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Rolexavidfan · 22 February 2011, 10:42 PM

Hi again! I noticed that some folks in this forum have both black and white SS Daytona in one's collection.

If I may ask -- why is this the case? Does getting both black and white SS Daytona tell something about the Daytona's appeal? For those with either black or white SS Daytona, would you get the opposite SS color? What about going for YG or WG model? Is buying a dial for the opposite color another option?

Again thanks so much in advance for all inputs and comments shared.

FLAJIM · 22 February 2011, 11:25 PM

Well I could only with for one...... however if that day ever come, it will be a SS white face.... to each their own, but i think its classer.

Singslinger · 22 February 2011, 11:57 PM

I'm guessing it's because they can't decide between two very attractive watches and so decided to get both.

It's the same with the Exp II - I know of people who end up buying both.

Wincap · 23 February 2011, 06:03 AM

I love them both!

GolfPunk · 23 February 2011, 07:30 AM

I own a black face Daytona but I'm thinking of buying a White dial to change them as and when required - how easy is it to get a watchmaker to swap the dials say once or twice per year??

sparky · 23 February 2011, 07:53 AM

I guess I'm too lazy to find another dial and then get it changed over..... or maybe I'm just a horder

Ray T · 23 February 2011, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Wincap

I love them both!

wow if you got both those random serials from a new york ad! you are the man!

acce1999 · 23 February 2011, 09:29 AM

For me it is a big visual difference due to the different dials, so if you are lucky enough to afford one of each, get them!

There are people having several Datejusts too, to have different dials. Same thing with Milgausses. And Explorers have been mentioned already.

Best,

A

tkc324 · 23 February 2011, 09:33 AM

I only have the white one... which i am perfectly happy with. Don't think I would pick up a black dial unless its a zenith or vintage piece. However, I can see why people love the black dial and would buy both. It really is a stunning piece with very different personality between the black vs white dial.

dddrees · 23 February 2011, 12:34 PM

I own a white one, and my AD did tell me he would get me a black one when I was ready if I ever wanted one.

Its a bit tempting, but I have yet to go there. I just have so many more other watches I would like to own.

Tijssan · 23 February 2011, 12:50 PM

white is a little more 'sporty' whereas the black one is a little more 'classy'...

Both are great either way!

Tools · 23 February 2011, 12:55 PM

I have both black shirts and white shirts too.....

mdtddd2007 · 23 February 2011, 02:34 PM

love both...one day

Rolexavidfan · 23 February 2011, 09:09 PM

Thanks again for the inputs. I love my white Daytona no doubt about it but am seriously thinking of getting a black Daytona due to its different touch and appeal -- sporty feeling than the white. Like what was mentioned here, I would also like to acquire other brands so am rethinking about it before I take the final plunge.

HL65 · 23 February 2011, 09:13 PM

If one can have both black and white--why not!! That is what collecting is all about--buy what you like--all subjective!!

gqllc · 24 February 2011, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Wincap

I love them both!

How long did it take you to get the sub dial seconds hand to be identical before you took the picture? More like how many try's did it take since I know someone is going to say 60 seconds to line them up...LOL

SeaDweller1220 · 24 February 2011, 03:32 AM

I have a white SS and would like a black SS too. Someday??
Last weekend I was in Ocean City, Maryland and saw a Rolex sign over a strip mall on our way to brunch. During the delicious brunch of steak and eggs and a "few" bloody marys I told my wife if there was a black SS Daytona there I am buying it!! It would be a sign!!! She said yes knowing they are not in the display cases, or did not used to be. I walked in to this stripp mall somewhere on 80-90th street and in the display case there was a WHITE dial SS. My wife laughed and said "too bad it is not a black dial"!! The sales guy told me if he had a $1 for every guy who walked in there and wanted it but did not pull the trigger becauese his wife would not approve, he would be rich, guess it is the sign of the economy. To think I had my wifes blessing that day??? When the bloody marys wore off she told me she was kidding????

Someday I guess???? But I still love her!!!

HL65 · 24 February 2011, 10:53 AM

I love them both too!!

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Lissage · 24 February 2011, 07:24 PM

I recently bought a SS white dial and love it! But I wouldn't mind getting a YG or RG in the future.

Wincap · 24 February 2011, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

I love them both too!!

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I can see why!

Rolexavidfan · 24 February 2011, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

I love them both too!!

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Amazing !!!

22 February 2011, 10:42 PM	#1
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,571	Black and White SS Daytona Hi again! I noticed that some folks in this forum have both black and white SS Daytona in one's collection. If I may ask -- why is this the case? Does getting both black and white SS Daytona tell something about the Daytona's appeal? For those with either black or white SS Daytona, would you get the opposite SS color? What about going for YG or WG model? Is buying a dial for the opposite color another option? Again thanks so much in advance for all inputs and comments shared.

23 February 2011, 06:03 AM	#4
Wincap Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Victor Location: Long Island (NY) Watch: Rolex Daytona SS Posts: 170	I love them both! Attached Images

23 February 2011, 07:30 AM	#5
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,398	I own a black face Daytona but I'm thinking of buying a White dial to change them as and when required - how easy is it to get a watchmaker to swap the dials say once or twice per year?? __________________ ♕ Rolex Daytona White Gold 116509 (Ghost) ♕

23 February 2011, 12:34 PM	#10
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I own a white one, and my AD did tell me he would get me a black one when I was ready if I ever wanted one. Its a bit tempting, but I have yet to go there. I just have so many more other watches I would like to own. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 February 2011, 12:55 PM	#12
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I have both black shirts and white shirts too..... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

22 February 2011, 11:25 PM	#2
FLAJIM "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Daytona Beach, FL Watch: 114060 Sub Posts: 243	Well I could only with for one...... however if that day ever come, it will be a SS white face.... to each their own, but i think its classer.

22 February 2011, 11:57 PM	#3
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I'm guessing it's because they can't decide between two very attractive watches and so decided to get both. It's the same with the Exp II - I know of people who end up buying both.

23 February 2011, 07:53 AM	#6
sparky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: Cal Location: Seattle, WA. Watch: explorer Posts: 658	I guess I'm too lazy to find another dial and then get it changed over..... or maybe I'm just a horder

23 February 2011, 09:29 AM	#8
acce1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: GMT+1 Posts: 2,711	For me it is a big visual difference due to the different dials, so if you are lucky enough to afford one of each, get them! There are people having several Datejusts too, to have different dials. Same thing with Milgausses. And Explorers have been mentioned already. Best, A

23 February 2011, 09:33 AM	#9
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	I only have the white one... which i am perfectly happy with. Don't think I would pick up a black dial unless its a zenith or vintage piece. However, I can see why people love the black dial and would buy both. It really is a stunning piece with very different personality between the black vs white dial.

23 February 2011, 12:50 PM	#11
Tijssan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: GMT+8 Watch: this... Posts: 770	white is a little more 'sporty' whereas the black one is a little more 'classy'... Both are great either way!

23 February 2011, 02:34 PM	#13
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,785	love both...one day

23 February 2011, 09:09 PM	#14
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,571	Thanks again for the inputs. I love my white Daytona no doubt about it but am seriously thinking of getting a black Daytona due to its different touch and appeal -- sporty feeling than the white. Like what was mentioned here, I would also like to acquire other brands so am rethinking about it before I take the final plunge.

23 February 2011, 09:13 PM	#15
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	If one can have both black and white--why not!! That is what collecting is all about--buy what you like--all subjective!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

24 February 2011, 03:32 AM	#17
SeaDweller1220 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Morten Location: Delaware Watch: SD, Daytona, GMT-C Posts: 273	I have a white SS and would like a black SS too. Someday?? Last weekend I was in Ocean City, Maryland and saw a Rolex sign over a strip mall on our way to brunch. During the delicious brunch of steak and eggs and a "few" bloody marys I told my wife if there was a black SS Daytona there I am buying it!! It would be a sign!!! She said yes knowing they are not in the display cases, or did not used to be. I walked in to this stripp mall somewhere on 80-90th street and in the display case there was a WHITE dial SS. My wife laughed and said "too bad it is not a black dial"!! The sales guy told me if he had a $1 for every guy who walked in there and wanted it but did not pull the trigger becauese his wife would not approve, he would be rich, guess it is the sign of the economy. To think I had my wifes blessing that day??? When the bloody marys wore off she told me she was kidding???? Someday I guess???? But I still love her!!! __________________ Current collection: Sea Dweller, SS Daytona, Hulk, Batman, DSSD D-Blue, SS Daytona-C, Pepsi-C

24 February 2011, 10:53 AM	#18
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	I love them both too!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

24 February 2011, 07:24 PM	#19
Lissage "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Europe Posts: 63	I recently bought a SS white dial and love it! But I wouldn't mind getting a YG or RG in the future.

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