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Gurmot · 15 February 2008, 05:13 AM

Hello everyone,

I've been offered a W series white dial SS Daytona. I am going to look at it tomorrow but I believe it is in 95% condition (minor scratches, should polish out). It comes with box, tags and booklet but no Cosc papers although it does have a RSC service document from 2003.

This is one of the earlier models with the Zenith movement and I think it must be from around 1996(?).

Could I please ask for advice on buying a used Zenith Daytona and some ideas for valuation.

Huge thanks - Simon

f16570 · 15 February 2008, 05:16 AM

No advice other than go for it.

Prince · 15 February 2008, 05:18 AM

My initial feeling is that you should buy this watch, if the price isn't too outlandish. You say you are going to get a look at it tomorrow...GREAT!!! Take a look and let us know what you think.

I bought a TT Zenith Daytona (1998-vintage) from eBay and absolutely LOVE it!!!

Please keep us informed of the progress on this deal, but I would say "YES" to start with!

TZL · 15 February 2008, 05:43 AM

What are they asking?

I'm not a professional watch guy, but I have seen SS Zenith Daytonas for $14-18k USD range depending on year and condition...and seen people asking >$20k for "special" ones.

I save a SS Zenith Daytona with factory Arabic Numerals going for $25k+

Look on ebay for a market pricing comparison.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gurmot

Hello everyone,

I've been offered a W series white dial SS Daytona. I am going to look at it tomorrow but I believe it is in 95% condition (minor scratches, should polish out). It comes with box, tags and booklet but no Cosc papers although it does have a RSC service document from 2003.

This is one of the earlier models with the Zenith movement and I think it must be from around 1996(?).

Could I please ask for advice on buying a used Zenith Daytona and some ideas for valuation.

Huge thanks - Simon

VESUVIO · 15 February 2008, 05:44 AM

Buy it

mike · 15 February 2008, 05:44 AM

This should help a bit,

SPACE-DWELLER · 15 February 2008, 05:47 AM

Whether you should buy it??

Depends also on the price, I'd say!

And who is selling it? Is the seller one you know?

Gurmot · 15 February 2008, 05:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPACE-DWELLER

Whether you should buy it??

Depends also on the price, I'd say!

And who is selling it? Is the seller one you know?

Yes, you are right. The seller is an independent watchmaker whom I know and trust. He is selling it for another customer.
As for the price, I think it is around $12K.

SPACE-DWELLER · 15 February 2008, 06:01 AM

12 K?!

GO for it!

samsung82 · 15 February 2008, 06:31 AM

sure buy it

Art 1 · 15 February 2008, 07:18 AM

12k, if the conditions is as you say, grab it.

CPCC · 15 February 2008, 02:36 PM

A true steal.

Gurmot · 17 February 2008, 03:07 AM

So what do you think? She is a Zenith movement type 16520 from around 1995.

Tools · 17 February 2008, 03:10 AM

Wow..

That is a definite stunner

Prince · 17 February 2008, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gurmot

So what do you think? She is a Zenith movement type 16520 from around 1995.

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Originally Posted by Tools

Wow..

That is a definite stunner

Yep. If at all possible, you need to buy that watch!!!

SPACE-DWELLER · 17 February 2008, 03:24 AM

Run away like hell!

To GET it!

Gurmot · 17 February 2008, 03:55 AM

Got it!

Prince · 17 February 2008, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Gurmot

Got it!

Oh MAN!!! Congratulations, Simon!!! We are...like...Daytona brothers now!!!

You will NOT be disappointed - you will LOVE wearing it, and it will hold it's value and indeed appreciate in value as time goes by!

Another photo of mine (sorry...can't help it!

):

Again, congrats on a great pickup!

Gurmot · 17 February 2008, 08:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

Oh MAN!!! Congratulations, Simon!!! We are...like...Daytona brothers now!!!

You will NOT be disappointed - you will LOVE wearing it, and it will hold it's value and indeed appreciate in value as time goes by!

Another photo of mine (sorry...can't help it!

):

Again, congrats on a great pickup!

Thanks. it's a beautiful watch. Now I need to sell some stuff to pay for it!

But hey, I'VE GOT A ZENITH DAYTONA!!

Spark · 17 February 2008, 08:50 AM

Simon, You are a very lucky man.
I missed the boat on this ref.
I had a new in-house steel Daytona and it was my grail, but I hated the fat hands and hour markers I need a 16520

Orchi · 17 February 2008, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Oh MAN!!! Congratulations, Simon!!! We are...like...Daytona brothers now!!!

Err buddies...yes yes...we are a band of Daytona bros in the forum...

Oh btw... buddy Simone...Congratulation!!! n welcome to the band...

Prince · 17 February 2008, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orchi

Err buddies...yes yes...we are a band of Daytona bros in the forum...

Hi buddy Orchi!

Always great to see your fine El Primero Daytona, my friend!

Orchi · 17 February 2008, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Prince

Hi buddy Orchi!

Always great to see your fine El Primero Daytona, my friend!

Err...thank you again buddy Allan...n we can appreciate the fact that...our Daytona bros in the forum...are growing in numbers...as we go along.

Prince · 17 February 2008, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orchi

Err...thank you again buddy Allan...n we can appreciate the fact that...our Daytona bros in the forum...are growing in numbers...as we go along.

Gurmot · 18 February 2008, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spark

Simon, You are a very lucky man.
I missed the boat on this ref.
I had a new in-house steel Daytona and it was my grail, but I hated the fat hands and hour markers I need a 16520

Hi Mark,

Right now I am feeling very lucky. That may be due to the fact that my collection is at the high-tide mark and I have just managed to bag my grail Daytona. It is near perfect, just a small ding on one side and some tiny chips to the edge of the crystal, otherwise perfect.

I am a little miffed at not having the original COSC certificate but the RSC service certificate from 2004 makes up for that to some extent.

Also, I'm not sure if the box is the right one for the model / year so I may post some pics to seek clarification some time. But hey! I've got white dialled SS Zenith Daytona!!!!!

Gurmot · 18 February 2008, 01:54 AM

Hi buddy Allan and Hi Buddy Orchi,

Thanks for the warm welcome, and thanks for posting the pics. I love that shot on the webbing strap, very brave. I've seen people shot for daring to put a webbing strap on a submariner. I think the Daytona looks great of webbing too.

Thanks Daytona buddies.

CPTL · 18 February 2008, 01:54 AM

Great snag--that's a fantastic watch. Love the skinny hands.

vukotab · 18 February 2008, 08:48 AM

You`re very lucky guy,Simon!You got yourself something really special,I`m happy for you and jealous of you!

rolexgmtmaster · 18 August 2010, 06:05 AM

Hi,
I am new to Rolex forums, I have a collection of a GMT Master II Coke Bezel (It was my first Rolex, hence the name).

I also have a Rolex Daytona E serial that is in ok condition, not the best but no major scratches, I was wondering what is the worth on this item? Thanks

cht · 18 August 2010, 06:34 AM

^^^you didn't notice this thread was over 2 years old.

15 February 2008, 05:13 AM	#1
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	SS Daytona 16520 Zenith - Should I buy it? Hello everyone, I've been offered a W series white dial SS Daytona. I am going to look at it tomorrow but I believe it is in 95% condition (minor scratches, should polish out). It comes with box, tags and booklet but no Cosc papers although it does have a RSC service document from 2003. This is one of the earlier models with the Zenith movement and I think it must be from around 1996(?). Could I please ask for advice on buying a used Zenith Daytona and some ideas for valuation. Huge thanks - Simon

15 February 2008, 05:16 AM	#2
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	No advice other than go for it. __________________ Why have what's new when you have what's best. f

15 February 2008, 05:18 AM	#3
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	My initial feeling is that you should buy this watch, if the price isn't too outlandish. You say you are going to get a look at it tomorrow...GREAT!!! Take a look and let us know what you think. I bought a TT Zenith Daytona (1998-vintage) from eBay and absolutely LOVE it!!! Please keep us informed of the progress on this deal, but I would say "YES" to start with! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

15 February 2008, 05:44 AM	#5
VESUVIO "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: TONY Location: Miami, FL Watch: DAYTONA SS Posts: 210	Buy it __________________ Daytona SS (White Dial) Explorer II (Black dial) Panerai 27 C

15 February 2008, 05:47 AM	#7
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Whether you should buy it?? Depends also on the price, I'd say! And who is selling it? Is the seller one you know? __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

15 February 2008, 05:44 AM	#6
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	This should help a bit,

15 February 2008, 06:01 AM	#9
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	12 K?! GO for it! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

15 February 2008, 06:31 AM	#10
samsung82 Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: las vegas Posts: 70	sure buy it

15 February 2008, 07:18 AM	#11
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	12k, if the conditions is as you say, grab it.

15 February 2008, 02:36 PM	#12
CPCC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: USA Posts: 1,857	A true steal. __________________

17 February 2008, 03:07 AM	#13
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	So here it is. My (not) new Daytona. So what do you think? She is a Zenith movement type 16520 from around 1995. Attached Images

17 February 2008, 03:10 AM	#14
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Wow.. That is a definite stunner __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

17 February 2008, 03:24 AM	#16
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Run away like hell! To GET it! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

17 February 2008, 03:55 AM	#17
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	Got it!

17 February 2008, 08:50 AM	#20
Spark "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: U.K. Watch: Too Many Posts: 2,097	Simon, You are a very lucky man. I missed the boat on this ref. I had a new in-house steel Daytona and it was my grail, but I hated the fat hands and hour markers I need a 16520

18 February 2008, 01:54 AM	#26
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	Thanks to my other buddies. Hi buddy Allan and Hi Buddy Orchi, Thanks for the warm welcome, and thanks for posting the pics. I love that shot on the webbing strap, very brave. I've seen people shot for daring to put a webbing strap on a submariner. I think the Daytona looks great of webbing too. Thanks Daytona buddies.

18 February 2008, 01:54 AM	#27
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	Great snag--that's a fantastic watch. Love the skinny hands.

18 February 2008, 08:48 AM	#28
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	You`re very lucky guy,Simon!You got yourself something really special,I`m happy for you and jealous of you!

18 August 2010, 06:05 AM	#29
rolexgmtmaster Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Watch: 116610 LV Posts: 45	Hi, I am new to Rolex forums, I have a collection of a GMT Master II Coke Bezel (It was my first Rolex, hence the name). I also have a Rolex Daytona E serial that is in ok condition, not the best but no major scratches, I was wondering what is the worth on this item? Thanks

18 August 2010, 06:34 AM	#30
cht 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: San antonio, TX Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,143	^^^you didn't notice this thread was over 2 years old.

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