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Jrwhitea1 · 27 January 2019, 05:03 AM

Bought an 116520 Rolex Daytona in black. Fairly new 2014 in very good condition. I have always been a Rolex guy and thought it would be my grail watch. After wearing a Submariner all these years the Daytona looks small on the wrist with the silver bezel and I find myself scared to scratch it with all the chrome. I was considering a trade in on a recently discontinued Royal Oak white/silver dial. It seems more of a day to day watch and I don't like any of the new release (black or charcoal) AP's so it might be my last chance at obtaining a Royal Oak in new condition. Any thoughts on durability and watch comparison from the experts? Thanks in advance for the advice!

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Roger Lococco · 27 January 2019, 05:04 AM

I would definitely do it, if I were you. But make sure that you have tried on the AP first.

Jrwhitea1 · 27 January 2019, 05:05 AM

Thanks for reply! Food for thought on the Daytona

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Ranfni · 11 April 2019, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Jrwhitea1

Thanks for reply! Food for thought on the Daytona

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screw the pushers in and just buy the AP...

123Blueface · 27 January 2019, 05:05 AM

In a heartbeat, yes.

Roger Lococco · 27 January 2019, 05:08 AM

I will say that Daytona looks great on your wrist. One issue, in my view the AP, including the bezel in particular, is going to be less durable than the Daytona. So if you're worried about dinging or scratching the Daytona bezel, you might find the AP far worse...

Jrwhitea1 · 27 January 2019, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

I will say that Daytona looks great on your wrist. One issue, in my view the AP, including the bezel in particular, is going to be less durable than the Daytona. So if you're worried about dinging or scratching the Daytona bezel, you might find the AP far worse...

That's interesting I would have thought the Rolex looks more chromed in the bezel. Appreciate the perspective.

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nick c · 27 January 2019, 05:17 AM

I would keep the Daytona. Save for the AP.

JePro · 14 April 2019, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by nick c

i would keep the daytona. Save for the ap.

+2

Snow-Dweller · 28 January 2019, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

I will say that Daytona looks great on your wrist. One issue, in my view the AP, including the bezel in particular, is going to be less durable than the Daytona. So if you're worried about dinging or scratching the Daytona bezel, you might find the AP far worse...

Exactly.

Horology.life · 27 January 2019, 05:09 AM

I would trade a 520 for a Royal Oak. The Royal Oak is simply stunning and my favourite watch

Stevec14 · 27 January 2019, 05:17 AM

That Daytona looks great on you IMO. That said, it’s whatever you want that matters and the AP is a lovely watch.

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Busyboy · 27 January 2019, 05:18 AM

I think you'll be more worried about the royal Oak than the daytona

But it's a good trade....

That said it's a relatively wearable rugged watch for a very fussy easily scratched less sporty one

Although, I suppose both bezels are scratched easily... It's just the ap will cost more to restore I bet

Jrwhitea1 · 27 January 2019, 05:19 AM

That's always an option too. Think I would like the Daytona as a formal watch. Thanks for the input,

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porschejeff · 27 January 2019, 05:21 AM

If you don't feel the love do it. I recently got my first AP and am loving it.

Ni8R · 27 January 2019, 05:24 AM

I had a daytona, been wearing larger watches. I never wore it because it was too small. What a beauty.

Greg

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Watch This · 27 January 2019, 05:27 AM

APeeeeee! Do it.

DownTime · 27 January 2019, 05:45 AM

I had both, let me break it down for you with my opinions:
Looks: AP wins easily, I have not seen anyone wearing an AP when I go out in the past 5 years, but I've seen plenty of Daytonas. The AP just has a unique/cool look.
Fit: the Daytona fits better for me because my wrist is only 6 inches, so the AP flared out a bit more on my wrist and doesn't wrap around as securely as the Daytona.
Durability: although I didn't have any issues with my RO, but I've heard/read stories about people having issues with the bracelet. Depending on the series, the screw on the release button of the clasp would fall out and they had to send it in to AP to get it fixed.
I would take the AP over the Daytona, just my opinion.

AK797 · 27 January 2019, 05:48 AM

Yes, maybe not for the D500 but for the 520 for sure.

sdh1980 · 27 January 2019, 05:55 AM

If you’re worried about bezel scratches stay away from the AP. If you can live with a few and be careful then I’d definitely make the trade

The bracelet on the RO is truly a work of art

Jrwhitea1 · 27 January 2019, 05:58 AM

Thanks for the breakdown! Very helpful understanding pros and cons of the models. I would imagine servicing is not the easiest with limited AP distributors that's a good point.

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Kamen · 27 January 2019, 06:20 AM

I have a 15400OR and it is a way more delicate piece than a Daytona IMHO. But if you are just daily wearing it in normal environments and nothing sporty or out of the ordinary I have never felt there were any issues. I just feel like it is not as solid as a Rolex and instinctively try to protect it more.

Oh, the Royal Oak bezel and watch as a whole is a scratch magnet lol

codecow · 27 January 2019, 06:22 AM

I would.

Fat_ninja · 27 January 2019, 06:24 AM

I wouldnt make a trade unless it was specifically towards a 15202st or a 15407st. Your daytona is nice inwould keep it. Its more wearable

Vaxe · 28 January 2019, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

I wouldnt make a trade unless it was specifically towards a 15202st or a 15407st. Your daytona is nice inwould keep it. Its more wearable

Same here

mjclark32 · 27 January 2019, 06:24 AM

Good move IMo, but the bezel concern will still be there

dba · 27 January 2019, 06:25 AM

I would never trade a Rolex for an AP. That's just me. I don't like the looks of any AP I've seen.

1watch · 27 January 2019, 06:42 AM

Go for the AP RO. The finishing is on another level from what you’ve experienced with Rolex.
Yes, the bezel does show scratches, but it develops a patina and these really are daily wear watches.

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q8rolex · 27 January 2019, 06:53 AM

AP is easily scratched, rolex is heavy duty.

Ni8R · 27 January 2019, 07:08 AM

I considered a A.P when trading out of the daytona, but went for a jlc . Dont consider durability as not everyone is ding heavy lifting. If you look down and the watch does not bring you joy. Make another selection.

Greg

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27 January 2019, 05:03 AM	#1
Jrwhitea1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Springfield Posts: 27	Trade in Daytona for Royal Oak Bought an 116520 Rolex Daytona in black. Fairly new 2014 in very good condition. I have always been a Rolex guy and thought it would be my grail watch. After wearing a Submariner all these years the Daytona looks small on the wrist with the silver bezel and I find myself scared to scratch it with all the chrome. I was considering a trade in on a recently discontinued Royal Oak white/silver dial. It seems more of a day to day watch and I don't like any of the new release (black or charcoal) AP's so it might be my last chance at obtaining a Royal Oak in new condition. Any thoughts on durability and watch comparison from the experts? Thanks in advance for the advice! Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 05:04 AM	#2
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	I would definitely do it, if I were you. But make sure that you have tried on the AP first. __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

27 January 2019, 05:05 AM	#5
123Blueface "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: USA Watch: All Posts: 5,316	In a heartbeat, yes. __________________ Rolex 228235 DD40 Olive, 126710BLRO, 116710BLNR, 116613LB, 116500LN White, 126610LN, 116500LN Black, 126610LV, 116610LV, 126334 Blue Diamond Breitling Navitimer 01, Cartier Santos Large

27 January 2019, 05:08 AM	#6
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	I will say that Daytona looks great on your wrist. One issue, in my view the AP, including the bezel in particular, is going to be less durable than the Daytona. So if you're worried about dinging or scratching the Daytona bezel, you might find the AP far worse... __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

27 January 2019, 05:09 AM	#11
Horology.life "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: U.K Posts: 677	I would trade a 520 for a Royal Oak. The Royal Oak is simply stunning and my favourite watch __________________ Rolex/Tudor/AP/VC/Panerai

27 January 2019, 05:17 AM	#8
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	I would keep the Daytona. Save for the AP.

27 January 2019, 05:17 AM	#12
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,483	That Daytona looks great on you IMO. That said, it’s whatever you want that matters and the AP is a lovely watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 05:18 AM	#13
Busyboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Uk Posts: 1,069	I think you'll be more worried about the royal Oak than the daytona But it's a good trade.... That said it's a relatively wearable rugged watch for a very fussy easily scratched less sporty one Although, I suppose both bezels are scratched easily... It's just the ap will cost more to restore I bet

27 January 2019, 05:19 AM	#14
Jrwhitea1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Springfield Posts: 27	That's always an option too. Think I would like the Daytona as a formal watch. Thanks for the input, Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 05:21 AM	#15
porschejeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Michigan Watch: DD 228238 Posts: 2,460	If you don't feel the love do it. I recently got my first AP and am loving it. __________________ Rolex DD 228238 Daytona 116515 (sold) AP 15710 Rolex 116710 BLNR And a few others...

27 January 2019, 05:24 AM	#16
Ni8R "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: columbus ohio Posts: 14	I had a daytona, been wearing larger watches. I never wore it because it was too small. What a beauty. Greg Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 05:27 AM	#17
Watch This Banned Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: In your head Watch: SS YMII Posts: 1,619	APeeeeee! Do it.

27 January 2019, 05:45 AM	#18
DownTime Banned Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: US Watch: AP RO 15300 Blue Posts: 170	I had both, let me break it down for you with my opinions: Looks: AP wins easily, I have not seen anyone wearing an AP when I go out in the past 5 years, but I've seen plenty of Daytonas. The AP just has a unique/cool look. Fit: the Daytona fits better for me because my wrist is only 6 inches, so the AP flared out a bit more on my wrist and doesn't wrap around as securely as the Daytona. Durability: although I didn't have any issues with my RO, but I've heard/read stories about people having issues with the bracelet. Depending on the series, the screw on the release button of the clasp would fall out and they had to send it in to AP to get it fixed. I would take the AP over the Daytona, just my opinion.

27 January 2019, 05:48 AM	#19
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Yes, maybe not for the D500 but for the 520 for sure.

27 January 2019, 05:55 AM	#20
sdh1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: London Watch: 116500 LN Posts: 361	If you’re worried about bezel scratches stay away from the AP. If you can live with a few and be careful then I’d definitely make the trade The bracelet on the RO is truly a work of art __________________ Instagram - SDH1980

27 January 2019, 05:58 AM	#21
Jrwhitea1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Springfield Posts: 27	Thanks for the breakdown! Very helpful understanding pros and cons of the models. I would imagine servicing is not the easiest with limited AP distributors that's a good point. Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 06:20 AM	#22
Kamen "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 265	I have a 15400OR and it is a way more delicate piece than a Daytona IMHO. But if you are just daily wearing it in normal environments and nothing sporty or out of the ordinary I have never felt there were any issues. I just feel like it is not as solid as a Rolex and instinctively try to protect it more. Oh, the Royal Oak bezel and watch as a whole is a scratch magnet lol

27 January 2019, 06:22 AM	#23
codecow "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Louis Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: PP 5131R Posts: 5,196	I would.

27 January 2019, 06:24 AM	#24
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	I wouldnt make a trade unless it was specifically towards a 15202st or a 15407st. Your daytona is nice inwould keep it. Its more wearable

27 January 2019, 06:24 AM	#26
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Good move IMo, but the bezel concern will still be there __________________

27 January 2019, 06:25 AM	#27
dba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: David Location: Gardnerville, NV Watch: 16710 Posts: 2,706	I would never trade a Rolex for an AP. That's just me. I don't like the looks of any AP I've seen. __________________ Current: 16710 Previous: 16760 Fat Lady, 16613 Bluesy, 16800, 14060, 16710 Pepsi, 216570 Polar, 116710LN, 16610, 216570 Polar (again), 16713, 216570 Polar (yet again), 16710 Black w/ Pepsi Insert Hope is not a strategy.

27 January 2019, 06:42 AM	#28
1watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: US Posts: 657	Go for the AP RO. The finishing is on another level from what you’ve experienced with Rolex. Yes, the bezel does show scratches, but it develops a patina and these really are daily wear watches. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 January 2019, 06:53 AM	#29
q8rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: kuwait Posts: 270	AP is easily scratched, rolex is heavy duty.

27 January 2019, 07:08 AM	#30
Ni8R "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: columbus ohio Posts: 14	I considered a A.P when trading out of the daytona, but went for a jlc . Dont consider durability as not everyone is ding heavy lifting. If you look down and the watch does not bring you joy. Make another selection. Greg Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

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