Am I crazy to trade this Lange even-up for a black dial 116500LN Daytona?

[David001]

I'm not even a massive fan of the Lange (and I have a Daytona) but I think it would be a bad decision to trade the Lange for a Daytona.
I like the Daytona, but I don't get the hype, there are better watches out there.

Although it's your wrist and you have to be happy with what you put on it, so only you can make that call.

[liberalclown]

No you are not, Daytona, Nautilus, Royal Oak became more than just watches and ALS doesn’t have a watch there yet alongside VC. I would do the trade if Lange 1 doesn't speak to you anymore regardless of the MSRP.

[travisb]

I wouldn't even consider it. That Lange is on a whole different level.

[Little machines]

If you're not feeling the Lange then do what makes you happy . I personally would not do the trade different class of watch all around. The Daytona is a very nice mass produce watch as the Lange is not and is a much finer piece . Good luck with your decision!!

[Lamontsanders]

As a daily? Daytona. In a collection? Lange unless you absolutely never wear it. In that case move it.

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Daytona88

Am I crazy to trade this Lange even-up for a black dial 116500LN Daytona?

Yes

[Daytonaman799]

I would NOT do that. I did a trade similar a few years ago with a complicated PP for a vintage Daytona…it was just a BAD trade. Keep the Lange and try and get the Daytona at list.

[Majin Buu]

As a beater, the Daytona !
As a dress watch, not so ...

Keep the Lange (if you will)

J.

[JayHantz]

Keep the Lange…please keep the Lange!

[comanndr]

this a great forum and a great hobby except for the expense
so much information has been opined
now tell us what will you do :)

[NachoNeal]

Both have too many dials within dials.

[skipstar]

I say make the trade

[Golfbone]

Let's put it this way....I have a black 116500LN and I would not trade it to you for the Lange even if the Lange is a "better expression of horology". The Daytona is a much more versatile and IMO much better looking watch and I know that I'd have a hard time replacing it and that's all that matters to me. I don't care about the Lange pedigree, I have no need for it's complications and I don't like yellow gold nor do I like delicate leather straps so there you have it.

[Golfbone]

To expand on my previous post....how often do you wear a dress watch? I have dress watches and nothing looks better with a black Tux than my black 116500 Daytona. Just saying.

[HogwldFLTR]

Maybe for a PM Daytona but not SS.

[macrowatch]

Amazingly I would not trade Daytona for Lange, and not would I trade Lange for Daytona. I’d just keep and add here.

[Calatrava r]

Originally Posted by Jerrocop

Hype over craftsmanship?

Sums it up very well.

[Longhorn]

Yeah - why not? they're just watches. Get whatever you will wear and enjoy the most.

[Tensai]

I know from a sacred horological standpoint, we are supposed to put the Lange on a pedestal and stand in awe of its build/movement.

But give me a break. I would prefer to wear the black dial Daytona everytime.

Different strokes.

[karleone]

I love my black 116500 and it’s my favorite watch wearing it daily. BUT I wouldn’t do that trade! Keep your Lange!!

[Oyster Sauce]

Like others have said, the Lange is a more interesting watch and higher horology…basically a magnificent specimen. Comparing watch to watch, the Lange is simply more impressive, and it wins in most comparisons for me.

However, there is one scenario in which the trade does make sense (with two factors): 1) if you are a person who places more emphasis on regularly wearing watches vs having a collection (nothing wrong with either ) and 2) the Lange doesn’t get worn much but you would wear the Daytona often, then I’d do it. Otherwise, probably not.

[Golfbone]

You can get the Lange with papers on Chrono 24 for 35K. So you could probably trade yours for 24-27 K or so and then you'd pay significantly more than that to get the Daytona so that's another way to look at it. https://www.chrono24.com/alangesoehn...id17457034.htm

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Ba Ba

Why not? Some one prefer a BMW to a Ferrari. Different strokes for different folks


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There you go. “Better” is so subjective at this level. I guarantee the Daytona is more durable, sporty, and certainly more recognizable. A PM Daytona might be another idea. You be you.

[GBcrypto]

I works for me

Rolex collector

[VegasBaby]

Just Do It!!!

[ertihan]

I mean, it's your watch so I'm gonna echo the suggestion to do what makes you happy. But I'll just say that if it was my Lange I wouldn't trade it for a Daytona. That Lange is way more unique and special imo - and the Daytona at market prices is WAAAY overpriced if you ask me. I personally would just buy watches at an AD and try to get the Daytona at retail price if possible - it'll take a while but might happen. At least, that's just me anyway.

[WatchGuy1966]

Yes, you are crazy to make that trade.

However... if you must - then I will make that trade with you.

[Daytona88]

Originally Posted by Daytona88

Seemed counterintuitive at first but it’s making more sense as I keep thinking about it. Crazy?

Thanks to you all for your feedback and for talking me off the ledge. Of my current watches, I wear my Lange the most and work in a white collar environment. There is something about the asymmetrical dial that is mesmerizing. It catches my eye at every stoplight while driving. I may also look to trade it for white gold or platinum reference.

For now, I'll plan on holding onto the Lange and hope to pick up a Daytona at retail (I've been on "the list" for 6 years anyway) or if prices drop - I've never paid over retail for a watch - that might bother me more than anything else!

[mario1971]

Your circus and your monkeys. You will do as your heart tells you and your mind will confirm it. I love Lange, but I also love Rolex. Do it if it makes you happier ...

[ap1]

I’d rather own the Daytona. Not a fan of that particular Lange. Of course Lange is “Higher quality though”