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chilok · 20 October 2009, 05:35 AM

I went to the local AD to try the black Daytona last Sat.

Once I put it on my hand, I just didnt feel like this is the watch I must
have. While the sales person kept saying it is hard to find and she had
no problem selling this watch, the WG submarnier on the display
case caught my attention. I tried the sub on, and really like it. The
blue color is really beautiful to watch.

Put aside the re-sale value and hard to find factor.

Which one do you like better??

Gerardus · 20 October 2009, 05:42 AM

The sub.
Daytona is beautyful, but no date, for me that is a must.
Good luck

JBat · 20 October 2009, 05:43 AM

By all means, get the watch that you like best. If it's the Sub, know you've chose one of the great and iconic watches of all time. Same for the Daytona.

JBat · 20 October 2009, 05:45 AM

To add, I never buy a new watch with an eye towards resale. If at some point I delve into the vintage market, I'll probably look at it differently, but for new I get what I like. And wear it.

Bullyterrier · 20 October 2009, 05:49 AM

Out of the two the Sub by a mile.

tkc324 · 20 October 2009, 06:09 AM

Daytona because of the chono and timeless classic feel....

Yume-sama · 20 October 2009, 06:13 AM

If we are talking the SS Daytona, vs. a WG Submariner... the Submariner will win every time.

There is *nothing* like the feeling, and weight of gold or platinum compared to SS.

zlin08033 · 20 October 2009, 06:48 AM

General speaking, SS Daytona from AD is still a hard find, most ADs still have a waiting list. If you are thinking of re-sale value, buy Daytona, because as soon as you walk out the door, WG Sub might already drop $1 - 2k, but not for Daytona. Just my 2 cents.

chilok · 20 October 2009, 08:53 AM

Do you think I can get 15 to 20% discount on WG Blue Sub from AD?

Yume-sama · 20 October 2009, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chilok

Do you think I can get 15 to 20% discount on WG Blue Sub from AD?

If not more.

jsj · 20 October 2009, 08:59 AM

I'll take the Daytona by a Mile!

chopperboy · 20 October 2009, 09:03 AM

Well not only are they two completely different watches, the price is quite a bit different, if we are talking about a Stainless Daytona vs All Gold Submariner.

Obviously you need to buy the one YOU want, not the one everyone on the forum likes!

I'm very fortunate to have both, and can honestly say they both are awesome! I would have to say if price is no option, by the all gold submariner.......... It's friggin amazing on your wrist!

Lol-x · 20 October 2009, 09:12 AM

The maxi blue dial and date feature are big +es for me

quito · 20 October 2009, 09:17 AM

The SUB. You know you want it.

chilok · 20 October 2009, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chopperboy

Well not only are they two completely different watches, the price is quite a bit different, if we are talking about a Stainless Daytona vs All Gold Submariner.

Obviously you need to buy the one YOU want, not the one everyone on the forum likes!

I'm very fortunate to have both, and can honestly say they both are awesome! I would have to say if price is no option, by the all gold submariner.......... It's friggin amazing on your wrist!

Do you mind telling me how much you paid for your WG Blue Sub.?

deserted · 20 October 2009, 09:37 AM

The daytona........That is a rare find in the US, the blackdial that is....

RoLade · 20 October 2009, 09:40 AM

Definitely the Daytona.

MortgageGuy · 20 October 2009, 09:43 AM

I would get the one you like the most. I agree the blue white gold is awesome, wish I had the $$$ I personally would purchase that over the Daytona anyday as I like the date feature as well...Good Luck

chilok · 20 October 2009, 09:51 AM

For those who perfer Daytona, besides it is a rare find, what else make you take
daytona over blue sub?

RoLade · 20 October 2009, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chilok

For those who perfer Daytona, besides it is a rare find, what else make you take
daytona over blue sub?

I'm not a huge fan of the blue dial. The SS Black Daytona is a classic and extremely versatile. It goes equally well (looks amazing) with a suit or a polo and khaki shorts. The only drawback to a Daytona is the lack of a date function.

TurboWatch · 20 October 2009, 10:28 AM

here's the deal:

Purchase the Daytona, wear it and enjoy. You'll probably break even or make money when you sell it.

Purchase the Gold Sub, the minute you resize the bracelet and walk out the AD's door, there goes the 30% of the watch.

JoeI · 20 October 2009, 10:37 AM

Sub caught your attention.

dukester · 20 October 2009, 10:54 AM

I see people using the "non date" argument against Daytona all the time. I don't get how that is a valid point? It shouldn't be used against this beautiful watch, not a biased opinion.....just an observation. If dates were so important then why wouldn't everyone get a Casio? It not only shows you the date but will show you the calendar for the month and the year, and may even come with a calculator, if you are lucky!

We buy expensive watches to feel good, have that sense of achievement and "yes" to check time. With that said, the WG Submariner gets my vote coz, the blue dial is just an absolute stunner (not because of the date)! But, these two watches are in two different categories and price range. You should really get a watch that you like and are comfortable wearing.

Whatever you decide to get.....make sure you enjoy it thoroughlly!

sakuraba · 20 October 2009, 12:16 PM

Not even close, buy the blue sub!

If you factor in resale value, I have a feeling the SS Daytona will hold its value a lot better than the precious-metal sub.

TSW · 20 October 2009, 12:23 PM

Daytona here!!

ingoodtime · 20 October 2009, 12:30 PM

I would pick the sub but, I have to say, how can you tell the difference between SS and white gold? I guess the owner knows what they have on their wrist but to me, it looks the same as SS and the price is oh so much more.

ASH · 20 October 2009, 12:37 PM

The Sub will take a HUGE DEPRECIATION as soon as you walk out the door. The white gold Daytona drops from close to 30k to 14-17K as soon as you walk out the door.

dalip · 20 October 2009, 01:26 PM

I think you answered this for yourself already... the sub sang to you...go back do it all again...same thing happens..get the sub

watchnut · 20 October 2009, 01:45 PM

I have never worn a solid gold watch so I don't know what it feels like. I'm guessing AMAZING. I have a SS Daytona just because I don't want to spend the money for a WG one. I also have a SS Sub and I have to say, although I miss the date, I prefer to wear the Daytona for one reason. I wore a vintage GMT for many years and just got used to the lower profile, smoother rounded case. I wear the Sub a bit but I just don't like the way it sits up on my wrist. I know it's a result of having the bezel up where it can be operated easily but I just like a watch to sit flatter on my wrist. If you're a diver or just used to a thicker watch I'm sure you don't notice it at all.

Singslinger · 20 October 2009, 05:01 PM

I have never bought a watch because it was hard to find, or because the AD tells me it's a rare piece. For me, it's all about the watch's appearance first and foremost, followed by how it feels on my wrist.

Resale plays some part (especially if the price is above US$5k) but otherwise, it's all about whether the watch "sings'' to me and catches my eye. The presence or absence of a date is irrelevant to me.

As for your choices, I'd point out that the WG Blue Sub is maybe twice as expensive as the S/S Daytona, so strictly speaking, we're not making fair comparisons. But if pressed for an answer and if money was no object, then I'd go for the Sub, simply because it sings louder to me.

20 October 2009, 05:35 AM	#1
chilok Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: san jose Posts: 54	Daytona black dail vs. WG blue submariner I went to the local AD to try the black Daytona last Sat. Once I put it on my hand, I just didnt feel like this is the watch I must have. While the sales person kept saying it is hard to find and she had no problem selling this watch, the WG submarnier on the display case caught my attention. I tried the sub on, and really like it. The blue color is really beautiful to watch. Put aside the re-sale value and hard to find factor. Which one do you like better??

20 October 2009, 05:42 AM	#2
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	The sub. Daytona is beautyful, but no date, for me that is a must. Good luck __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

20 October 2009, 05:49 AM	#5
Bullyterrier "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: . Posts: 1,343	Out of the two the Sub by a mile. __________________ So Mote it be.

20 October 2009, 09:03 AM	#12
chopperboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Florida USA Watch: Rolex Baby!! Posts: 442	Well not only are they two completely different watches, the price is quite a bit different, if we are talking about a Stainless Daytona vs All Gold Submariner. Obviously you need to buy the one YOU want, not the one everyone on the forum likes! I'm very fortunate to have both, and can honestly say they both are awesome! I would have to say if price is no option, by the all gold submariner.......... It's friggin amazing on your wrist! __________________

20 October 2009, 09:12 AM	#13
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,593	The maxi blue dial and date feature are big +es for me __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

20 October 2009, 05:43 AM	#3
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	By all means, get the watch that you like best. If it's the Sub, know you've chose one of the great and iconic watches of all time. Same for the Daytona.

20 October 2009, 05:45 AM	#4
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	To add, I never buy a new watch with an eye towards resale. If at some point I delve into the vintage market, I'll probably look at it differently, but for new I get what I like. And wear it.

20 October 2009, 06:09 AM	#6
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Daytona because of the chono and timeless classic feel....

20 October 2009, 06:13 AM	#7
Yume-sama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: CAN / SIN Watch: Plat. Masterpiece Posts: 1,959	If we are talking the SS Daytona, vs. a WG Submariner... the Submariner will win every time. There is nothing like the feeling, and weight of gold or platinum compared to SS.

20 October 2009, 06:48 AM	#8
zlin08033 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PA Posts: 1,034	General speaking, SS Daytona from AD is still a hard find, most ADs still have a waiting list. If you are thinking of re-sale value, buy Daytona, because as soon as you walk out the door, WG Sub might already drop $1 - 2k, but not for Daytona. Just my 2 cents.

20 October 2009, 08:53 AM	#9
chilok Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: san jose Posts: 54	Do you think I can get 15 to 20% discount on WG Blue Sub from AD?

20 October 2009, 08:59 AM	#11
jsj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: us Posts: 35	I'll take the Daytona by a Mile!

20 October 2009, 09:17 AM	#14
quito "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: New Jersey Watch: 6590 BB Posts: 146	The SUB. You know you want it.

20 October 2009, 09:37 AM	#16
deserted Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fort wayne IN Watch: Patek 1909003 Posts: 2,176	The daytona........That is a rare find in the US, the blackdial that is....

20 October 2009, 09:40 AM	#17
RoLade Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somewhere, USA Posts: 56	Definitely the Daytona.

20 October 2009, 09:43 AM	#18
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	I would get the one you like the most. I agree the blue white gold is awesome, wish I had the $$$ I personally would purchase that over the Daytona anyday as I like the date feature as well...Good Luck __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

20 October 2009, 09:51 AM	#19
chilok Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: san jose Posts: 54	For those who perfer Daytona, besides it is a rare find, what else make you take daytona over blue sub?

20 October 2009, 10:28 AM	#21
TurboWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,641	Look here's the deal: Purchase the Daytona, wear it and enjoy. You'll probably break even or make money when you sell it. Purchase the Gold Sub, the minute you resize the bracelet and walk out the AD's door, there goes the 30% of the watch.

20 October 2009, 10:37 AM	#22
JoeI "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: New York Watch: Panerai Posts: 146	Sub caught your attention. __________________ Panerai 1312 Panerai 1320

20 October 2009, 10:54 AM	#23
dukester "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Nick Location: Los Angeles Watch: 2 SS Daytonas(W&B) Posts: 542	I see people using the "non date" argument against Daytona all the time. I don't get how that is a valid point? It shouldn't be used against this beautiful watch, not a biased opinion.....just an observation. If dates were so important then why wouldn't everyone get a Casio? It not only shows you the date but will show you the calendar for the month and the year, and may even come with a calculator, if you are lucky! We buy expensive watches to feel good, have that sense of achievement and "yes" to check time. With that said, the WG Submariner gets my vote coz, the blue dial is just an absolute stunner (not because of the date)! But, these two watches are in two different categories and price range. You should really get a watch that you like and are comfortable wearing. Whatever you decide to get.....make sure you enjoy it thoroughlly!

20 October 2009, 12:16 PM	#24
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	Not even close, buy the blue sub! If you factor in resale value, I have a feeling the SS Daytona will hold its value a lot better than the precious-metal sub. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

20 October 2009, 12:23 PM	#25
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Daytona here!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

20 October 2009, 12:30 PM	#26
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	I would pick the sub but, I have to say, how can you tell the difference between SS and white gold? I guess the owner knows what they have on their wrist but to me, it looks the same as SS and the price is oh so much more.

20 October 2009, 12:37 PM	#27
ASH "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: El Paso Watch: PAM 233 Posts: 559	The Sub will take a HUGE DEPRECIATION as soon as you walk out the door. The white gold Daytona drops from close to 30k to 14-17K as soon as you walk out the door. __________________ SS White dial Rolex Daytona, Rolex DSSD, Rolex Milgauss GV, Panerai 233, Panerai 111, Tudor Pelagos, Casio G shock.

20 October 2009, 01:26 PM	#28
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I think you answered this for yourself already... the sub sang to you...go back do it all again...same thing happens..get the sub __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

20 October 2009, 01:45 PM	#29
watchnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: David Location: SW Fla Watch: SS Daytona & TT DJ Posts: 1,430	I have never worn a solid gold watch so I don't know what it feels like. I'm guessing AMAZING. I have a SS Daytona just because I don't want to spend the money for a WG one. I also have a SS Sub and I have to say, although I miss the date, I prefer to wear the Daytona for one reason. I wore a vintage GMT for many years and just got used to the lower profile, smoother rounded case. I wear the Sub a bit but I just don't like the way it sits up on my wrist. I know it's a result of having the bezel up where it can be operated easily but I just like a watch to sit flatter on my wrist. If you're a diver or just used to a thicker watch I'm sure you don't notice it at all. __________________ "Ever higher. Ever better": Patrick Heiniger

20 October 2009, 05:01 PM	#30
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I have never bought a watch because it was hard to find, or because the AD tells me it's a rare piece. For me, it's all about the watch's appearance first and foremost, followed by how it feels on my wrist. Resale plays some part (especially if the price is above US$5k) but otherwise, it's all about whether the watch "sings'' to me and catches my eye. The presence or absence of a date is irrelevant to me. As for your choices, I'd point out that the WG Blue Sub is maybe twice as expensive as the S/S Daytona, so strictly speaking, we're not making fair comparisons. But if pressed for an answer and if money was no object, then I'd go for the Sub, simply because it sings louder to me.

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