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14 August 2013, 12:55 AM | #1 |
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Daytona is growing on me...
I like the Daytona as well. Wondering if it or the Yachtmaster will be my first Rolex watch. Couple of quik questions.
Do the newer ones 115520, 23 come with solid bracelet? I noticed a few people changing the face of the SS to a Black/red face for example. Would that void warranty, and wouldn't it take away from it's original and possibly collector's condition? Does anyone use the 11523 for daily use or would the 116520 be better? I mean since the bezel is gold would it show less wear on the SS bezel? Is the bezel solid gold or plated and has anyone ever rubbed off the gold if it is plated? If I wanted a new 4130 movment, solid bracelet with extend link, what would be the year I need to look for? I think it's later than November 2008? Is the steel face an accurate representation or is it a reface?
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14 August 2013, 09:18 AM | #2 |
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. All Daytona 116520's since their introduction in 2000 have come with a 4130 movement and solid links bracelets with ez-link. . Rolex does not "gold plate" anything.. If it's gold, it's gold..
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14 August 2013, 09:31 AM | #3 |
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I like mine
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If the size is OK for you then go for the Daytona white dial or TT Panda dial.
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I like them both however MUCH prefer 'sticks' I think the numbers make this piece far too cluttered but its a matter of taste. It is a fantastic addition to every collection...comfortable , elegant yet sporty etc etc...a true icon. Good choice cant wait to see it. |
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My favorite Rolex!
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14 August 2013, 10:52 AM | #7 |
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One of the nicest Rolex's I've ever owned, love it!
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14 August 2013, 10:53 AM | #8 |
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Okay....how can it NOT grow on you?
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14 August 2013, 10:56 AM | #9 |
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Daytonas rock baby...Yeah!
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911sc thanks for the pix. I'm sure it looks nice in your 911. Went for a test drive a few days ago on a 911 C2S in Mahogany....I can't get it out of my head since... It does read on the Rolex site that all Daytona's if bezel is gold than it's all gold. Ok Where's the best place to get one? I have been looking in the classifieds and in other areas and it seems that the SS 116520, is more expensive than the TT 16523...? I kinda like the 16523 better.
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14 August 2013, 12:10 PM | #12 |
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Go Daytona, awesome watch. You just need to decide White or black. I have a SS with white dial.
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14 August 2013, 12:14 PM | #13 |
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Great watch....had one for a few months...flipped it...could not live without a date function.
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Love mine. Had them, sold them and then bought them back.
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14 August 2013, 02:09 PM | #18 |
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I bought this one just a few months ago. A beautiful watch, a great timepiece. In overcast lighting, the chronograph is quite legible. If it's sunny, though, the chronograph is difficult to read. I've still got pretty good eye sight, no glasses, but find the chronograph markedly harder to read then on my Omega Speedmaster Professional or Breitling Navitimer.
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Its the Rolex Icon.
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Iconic. Lost some glare. Still iconic
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