bit by the golden bug - what's next?

[tonupbklyn]

maybe it'll pass, but i've recently been recently coveting two different models in gold: RO 15450 YG, full bracelet in blue dial; daytona YG, full bracelet in either white or black dial.

been trying to expand into other manufacturers, but these two keep calling on me. until i'm able to land on a PP5711/12/26, these two will have to tide me over.

the drawer currently has the RO Jumbo blue dial, Explorer 1, and DD36 yellow gold full bracelet in silver dial.

already have two rolexes...and even though the daytona is iconic, hesitant to add a 3rd.
whilst the YG 15450 in blue dial is drop-dead gorgeous...the design is similar to the jumbo, possibly redundant.

1st world problems, would love to hear opinions/thoughts.

[tyler1980]

any RO in either YG or RG wins vs a daytona every time IMO

Not redundant to the jumbo at all since the gold will give it an entirely different look. I would gladly have both with no issues.

[tonupbklyn]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

Not redundant to the jumbo at all since the gold will give it an entirely different look.

this is my current rationale as well.

[bobernet]

Easy solution. Flip your steel jumbo for gold!

[tonupbklyn]

Originally Posted by bobernet

Easy solution. Flip your steel jumbo for gold!

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by bobernet

Easy solution. Flip your steel jumbo for gold!

[tonupbklyn]

these two bad boys...

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by tonupbklyn

these two bad boys...

the daytona is a very nice piece that one is probably one of the best configurations on a bracelet they offer... but even in the two pics its pretty clear the RO is on an entirely different level

[Yzord]

Agreed with the Daytone YG although i have mine on a rubber strap for particular reasons

[tonupbklyn]

Originally Posted by Yzord

Agreed with the Daytone YG although i have mine on a rubber strap for particular reasons

do u have any wrist shots of urs in full bracelet configuration? if i see ur avatar clearly, that's the dial/bezel version i've been eyeing.

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by tonupbklyn

do u have any wrist shots of urs in full bracelet configuration? if i see ur avatar clearly, that's the dial/bezel version i've been eyeing.

its green, not that that is a bad thing, but it isn't black

[Yzord]

Originally Posted by tonupbklyn

do u have any wrist shots of urs in full bracelet configuration? if i see ur avatar clearly, that's the dial/bezel version i've been eyeing.

sure

[tyler1980]

[QUOTE=Yzord;7731237]sure

I get why you put on the rubber but that looks super nice on the bracelet. Its the best green dial gold rolex there is IMO.

[Yzord]

Yes, i have my reasons why it is on rubber right now. Main part is that i want to wear full YG on special occasions.

[youthagainsttt]

Originally Posted by Yzord

Yes, i have my reasons why it is on rubber right now. Main part is that i want to wear full YG on special occasions.

Great photos and certainly the rubber makes it versatile and an everyday piece

With the OP's collection, tbh I think it is redundant to add another RO. I'd consider a dual time or something like a Patek 5960 with its calendar as well as chrono functions. Plus it goes well with a bracelet or strap

[tonupbklyn]

aah, it's the green dial...gotcha. still, the full YG looks amazing.

makes the decision difficult, also cuz i'm trying to stay away from too many complications. went down the chrono route before...really, i hardly ever used the chrono other than to keep the seconds hand running. which is is another reason to go the 15450 route.

but dammit if that daytona YG doesn't look great!

[bobernet]

In rose...



or yellow...



Gold jumbo is where it's at. :-)


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[HL65]

Get a 15202OR and call it a day...Best overall gold watch IMHO. Nothing like AP rose gold!

[tyler1980]

Originally Posted by HL65

Get a 15202OR and call it a day...Best overall gold watch IMHO.

thats the only option where i would give up a ss 15202 as i wouldn't have both probably. Then the daytona could be a possibility too... how bad is the gold bug?

[Yzord]

Originally Posted by tyler1980

thats the only option where i would give up my ss 15202 as i wouldn't have both probably. Then the daytona could be a possibility too... how bad is the gold bug?

Bad :-(

[Hairdude1]

Originally Posted by HL65

Get a 15202OR and call it a day...Best overall gold watch IMHO. Nothing like AP rose gold!

This!

[qhbl]

I tried on a Rose Gold Daytona yesterday at my local AD. I didn't like and I am going for Yellow Gold too. Sucker for all things gold :|

[AK797]

I'd certainly take the AP RG over the Daytona but if you want to keep the Jumbo then how about the 5711/1r?

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by AK797

I'd certainly take the AP RG over the Daytona but if you want to keep the Jumbo then how about the 5711/1r?

Ooh ooh get this! Get this!

[tonupbklyn]

that 5711/1r is hot... and unfortunately out of my reach

[AK797]

Originally Posted by tonupbklyn

that 5711/1r is hot... and unfortunately out of my reach

Is this and the RG AP 15450 that far apart?

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by AK797

Is this and the RG AP 15450 that far apart?

Isn't it like mid 30s for the ap and 50k for the patek?

[tonupbklyn]

Originally Posted by Etschell

Isn't it like mid 30s for the ap and 50k for the patek?

i believe this is correct.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by Etschell

Isn't it like mid 30s for the ap and 50k for the patek?

That's for the strap version, on bracelet they are very similar in price, both around £37K here.

[bobernet]

Originally Posted by AK797

That's for the strap version, on bracelet they are very similar in price, both around £37K here.

Exactly. $40k-45k gets you a 15202OR or 5711/1R in the US.

As Ken pointed out, 15202OR is the right answer.