Platinum Daytona?

[Gwap0]

A few weeks ago I was at my local AD getting my latest watch. As I was waiting me and a staff member were chatting it up...he casually mentioned he had something in the back and then came out with this.



I tried it on and obviously loved it. Now a bit over a month later I called my AD to inquire about something for a friend. The lady I deal with there casually mentions they still have the Daytona and can work with me in terms of holding it a few months and letting me get it in early September. Im obviously super pumped but its also a crazy amount of money. I really don’t want to sell any of my current pieces. But for my own mental health I would need to sell at least one. Still not 100% I wanna pull the trigger... help me decide guys


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[Etschell]

I'd personally go with the one with diamond indices. Sell what you need to and do it imo.

[Gwap0]

Originally Posted by Etschell

I'd personally go with the one with diamond indices. Sell what you need to and do it imo.

Is it possible to ever change a face on it during a service?


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[Etschell]

Originally Posted by Gwap0

Is it possible to ever change a face on it during a service?


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I dont think so but Bas aka SearChart would know.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Etschell

I'd personally go with the one with diamond indices. Sell what you need to and do it imo.

Originally Posted by Gwap0

Is it possible to ever change a face on it during a service?


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Originally Posted by Etschell

I dont think so but Bas aka SearChart would know.

One member here had it done for US$7K and kept the old dial. He did it through the AD he bought the watch from. It's my favorite Rolex, fwiw.

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by Gwap0

Is it possible to ever change a face on it during a service?


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Yes sir, yes you can!

[rod442]

Originally Posted by Etschell

I'd personally go with the one with diamond indices. Sell what you need to and do it imo.

This.... If I was spending that much I'd want the diamond bezel as well.

but, its not my money either. lol.

[scottwmitch]

It's very easy to sit here and spend your money. There's no doubt that is an absolutely beautiful watch. For me, I'd have to be 100% set on a watch of that magnitude before pulling the trigger. Good luck. Your AD sounds awesome in that they're giving you time to decide.

[tng11]

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=668392

I went through the same thoughts not long ago. In the end, I decided to pass on it.

My AD had one with the baguette indices in their case yesterday, and it is amazing!

[jpjsavage]

I love the ice blue but I'm not a fan of the bezel at all.

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[Greg 59]

Originally Posted by Gwap0

A few weeks ago I was at my local AD getting my latest watch. As I was waiting me and a staff member were chatting it up...he casually mentioned he had something in the back and then came out with this.



I tried it on and obviously loved it. Now a bit over a month later I called my AD to inquire about something for a friend. The lady I deal with there casually mentions they still have the Daytona and can work with me in terms of holding it a few months and letting me get it in early September. Im obviously super pumped but its also a crazy amount of money. I really don’t want to sell any of my current pieces. But for my own mental health I would need to sell at least one. Still not 100% I wanna pull the trigger... help me decide guys


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Can I be brutally honest? This watch was possibly not even on your radar until it appeared from the back office at the AD. We've all seen photos of the Platona, some have seen it in the flesh. If we like it, we can dream about owning one, safe in the knowledge that it will probably never happen. However when that dream suddenly becomes a reality and there hasn't been adequate time to assimilate the situation, that is when the psychological impact of the buying decision starts to overwhelm us and suddenly our thoughts are filled with panic and uncertainty. That is not the best time to make buying decisions in the order of magnitude that the platinum daytona falls into.
I personally think you should walk away and ask yourself whether you seriously want this watch or is their something else you would rather have at this point in time.
Thanks for listening.

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[RolexJoe]

I would have to be absolutely in love with a watch for that amount of money.

Especially if buying it meant selling/trading my other watches.

[marselluswallace]

My love for the Platinum Daytona came about in similar circumstances-a random trip into an AD for something unrelated,was allowed to try it on and the next thing I’m planning a restructure on my collection to make the funds available to purchase.This is before I’d left the AD.I went through with my plan and purchased one over 3 years ago now.Ive no regrets-I did the right thing.There are many threads on here regarding purchasing one-set some time aside to do a search and read through.

[ragsk]

I really cant understand what justifies such a huge price hike over a standard gold Daytona.

Isn't the premium a joke?

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by ragsk

I really cant understand what justifies such a huge price hike over a standard gold Daytona.

Isn't the premium a joke?

Nothing and yet that is why it is so desirable.

[marselluswallace]

Originally Posted by ragsk

I really cant understand what justifies such a huge price hike over a standard gold Daytona.

Isn't the premium a joke?

For some the Platinum Daytona is the ultimate Daytona,if not the ultimate ‘modern’ Rolex watch full stop.I had the 116509 WG which I sold(along with most of my collection)to acquire it.It does wear and feel different to the gold models-for me it was worth the extra.

I suppose it’s down to each person to decide if it’s worth around the premium or not.

[Mike_1985]

Originally Posted by ragsk

I really cant understand what justifies such a huge price hike over a standard gold Daytona.

Isn't the premium a joke?

It is when platinum is substantially cheaper than gold. I can only imagine the manufacturing process is more difficult hence the premium.

[rebel_1]

IMHO, the Platona is the ULTIMATE Rolex. That’s being said, I’m seriously considering selling mine because I don’t wear it enough.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by rebel_1

IMHO, the Platona is the ULTIMATE Rolex. That’s being said, I’m seriously considering selling mine because I don’t wear it enough.

But what will you buy?

[rebel_1]

Originally Posted by Etschell

But what will you buy?

I’m not sure yet. The Meteorite BLRO is on the short list as well as the black button dial DD40. I tried on the Meteorite PT DD40 and was completely floored!

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by rebel_1

I’m not sure yet. The Meteorite BLRO is on the short list as well as the black button dial DD40. I tried on the Meteorite PT DD40 and was completely floored!

W diamond indices?

[rebel_1]

Originally Posted by Etschell

W diamond indices?

This one

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=679804

Sorry to hijack the OP!

[timepieceluvr]

Full disclosure: I’m not a Daytona fan (I’d buy the DD40 with the ice blue motif dial even if the Daytona was the same price if I wanted a platinum piece) BUT...

If you like it-get it.

Nobody is coming to your wake and telling stories about the remarkable restraint you showed not buying the watch you really wanted.

Life is short, get the stuff you want and don’t worry about anyone else’s opinion.


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[watchshot94]

Had the opportunity of trying the Platinum Daytona yesterday....just beautiful.
If you have the means, go for it.


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[johnnyjazz]

If it instantly sings to you then congrats on your purchase, if it does not then walk away, something else will have your name on it. Personally i prefer the one with diamonds and lighter colour bezel, if you are going to spend that amount.

[Chiboy]

IMO, it is very hard to”justify” a platinum Daytona price tag if you aren’t going to wear it much. If it’s one watch of 20, you really have to have a big pile of money to own one. If you love it and are going to enjoy and appreciate it often (or daily), then it’s slightly easier.

There are many owners here on TRF who seem to enjoy wearing the “ultimate modern Daytona “ (in their eyes). I am one of them. Detractors tend to prefer having more variety or else they don’t care for the bezel and sub ring color.

Good luck! It can be a tough watch to get out of your mind once it gets in there.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Chiboy

IMO, it is very hard to”justify” a platinum Daytona price tag if you aren’t going to wear it much. If it’s one watch of 20, you really have to have a big pile of money to own one. If you love it and are going to enjoy and appreciate it often (or daily), then it’s slightly easier.

There are many owners here on TRF who seem to enjoy wearing the “ultimate modern Daytona “ (in their eyes). I am one of them. Detractors tend to prefer having more variety or else they don’t care for the bezel and sub ring color.

Good luck! It can be a tough watch to get out of your mind once it gets in there.

This is very good advice OP.

[Kpaul]

Don’t hesitate pull the trigger go and get it.
This model is already a piece of History.


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[sensui]

Super personal choice. I think it's the king of modern Rolex... But someone else will recommend the SARU blnr/rainbow Daytona instead. So just make sure you do for diligence and make yourself happy.

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by sensui

Super personal choice. I think it's the king of modern Rolex... But someone else will recommend the SARU blnr/rainbow Daytona instead. So just make sure you do for diligence and make yourself happy.

Either the RBOW or the SACO is king. The absence of stones and the pontiac blue dial make this the every mans watch.