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Old 5 November 2008, 10:11 AM   #1
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The new Daytona clasp

I'd like to share some info I learned today about the new Daytona bracelet and clasp.

For one, the model number for the new Daytona bracelet and clasp is 78590.

Also, this is NOT the same identical bracelet and clasp that is found on the GMT IIC.

The bracelet on the GMT IIC is number 78200 and the clasp is different than the one on the 78590.

From what I was able to gather, the new Daytona bracelet and clasp are unique to the Daytona.

I had the opportunity to view the 78590 and 78200 side by side and they are definitely not identical.

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Old 5 November 2008, 10:29 AM   #2
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I had some doubts whether or not both bracelets were exactly the same. Thanks for the info Felix.

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I'd like to share some info I learned today about the new Daytona bracelet and clasp.

For one, the model number for the new Daytona bracelet and clasp is 78590.

Also, this is NOT the same identical bracelet and clasp that is found on the GMT IIC.

The bracelet on the GMT IIC is number 78200 and the clasp is different than the one on the 78590.

From what I was able to gather, the new Daytona bracelet and clasp are unique to the Daytona.

I had the opportunity to view the 78590 and 78200 side by side and they are definitely not identical.

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Old 5 November 2008, 10:31 AM   #3
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Excellent info!

Thanks!
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Old 5 November 2008, 10:43 AM   #4
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Great info....

Now we need to know exactly what the differences are...and some great photos too...

............I see a good excuse for some new watches.......
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Old 5 November 2008, 10:47 AM   #5
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Great info....

Now we need to know exactly what the differences are...and some great photos too...

............I see a good excuse for some new watches.......
As near as I could tell, the clasp on the Daytona is a little longer than the GMT and the pivoting spring portion of the pull area is different. I'll have a white dial Daytona with the new clasp on Thursday and I'll try and get some pic's up soon thereafter.
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Old 5 November 2008, 11:16 AM   #6
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Great info Felly! Nice to get correct information.
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Old 5 November 2008, 01:13 PM   #7
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As near as I could tell, the clasp on the Daytona is a little longer than the GMT and the pivoting spring portion of the pull area is different. I'll have a white dial Daytona with the new clasp on Thursday and I'll try and get some pic's up soon thereafter.
Make them good enough to be put in the Reference Library, Daytona section........
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Make them good enough to be put in the Reference Library, Daytona section........
I'll try my best Larry.
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:18 PM   #9
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I'll try and get some pic's up soon thereafter.
I can't wait!
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:23 PM   #10
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I can't wait!
Me either!! It's due to arrive via Fed-ex tomorrow. I'm not gettin' any sleep at all tonight.

This one has a real special story behind it which I'll post tomorrow after it arrives.
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Old 5 November 2008, 11:22 AM   #11
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The Daytona is my dream watch! Cheers, Bill P.
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:21 PM   #12
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Unrelated question, but is the GMT-IIc the first rolex to receive the ceramic bezel? Thx!
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:24 PM   #13
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Unrelated question, but is the GMT-IIc the first rolex to receive the ceramic bezel? Thx!
Yup!
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:27 PM   #14
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Felly - any chance that could impact the future value? Meaning could it increase the value, or will it just be an oversight down the road?
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Old 6 November 2008, 01:32 PM   #15
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Felly - any chance that could impact the future value? Meaning could it increase the value, or will it just be an oversight down the road?
IMO, it's hard to say at this point, especially with the economy the way it is. I guess "time will tell".
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I guess that is "Time Value of Money"......now that is funny
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Old 6 November 2008, 04:08 PM   #17
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Felly, this explains why you didn't show up today...

I'll be out from 11:30 til 2pm Thursday, if you're around my way stop in after 2 and we'll do some bracelet comparison photos...
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Old 6 November 2008, 04:11 PM   #18
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Felly, this explains why you didn't show up today...

I'll be out from 11:30 til 2pm Thursday, if you're around my way stop in after 2 and we'll do some bracelet comparison photos...
Sorry John! I got buried with a few tasks that I couldn't just walk away from.

I'll have the new Daytona by 3PM tomorrow so if I can swing it I'll stop by after that.
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