Daytona Question (Old Ref vs New Ref) 116XXX vs 126XXX

[metzgergt1]

I think I'm finally going to bite the bullet and go grey for a YG or RG OF Daytona, but I am torn between the older ref vs. the newer ref. Currently it's about a $5-6K difference to get the newer reference.

I've seen and read tons of videos/article comparing the two but I haven't had an opportunity to see/try either.

For me the four biggest considerations are:

• Hold of value: Do you believe there will continue to be a ~$5K difference for a 126 vs a 116 reference? Watches aren't investments, but I do like knowing that value is held/maintained as I like to up-trade every few years for a new experience.
• Case Size/Shape: Is there a preference? Is one more comfortable? Is one better looking?
• Clasp: I really like the idea of the 126 having GlideLock vs the 116 having EasyLink. In reality, is this a practical pro or more neutral between the two?
• Color: Some videos/articles cite that shade of YG or RG on a 126 may be slightly muted from that on a 116. Those who have seen both in person, is this true? How noticable? Which was better in your opinion?