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19 November 2008, 10:09 AM | #31 |
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I the black!!!
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19 November 2008, 10:14 AM | #32 |
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Buy the white dial Daytona,... it is a V serial which is the latest..
Then, buy the Black dedicated to the 116509 dial with Arabic Numerals with Red Hands. wow - two in one !! |
19 November 2008, 10:19 AM | #33 |
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Although I own watches with white, black, red, blue, and cream-colored dials, it the black dial that I like the most.
The black dial seems to be the most versatile and always seems to say, "I'm ready for business."
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19 November 2008, 10:20 AM | #34 |
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black all the way!
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19 November 2008, 10:22 AM | #35 |
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I chose the white faced Daytona.
In the sport models you mostly get black in the SS versions except for the Explorer white face. My GMT ll C is black and is the best watch I have by far but for the SS Daytona I wanted white. Its probably a 50/50 deal if we took a survey. Be happy you have the choice. Last year this wouldnt be happening as much as it is lately. D |
19 November 2008, 12:45 PM | #36 |
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My decision, after TRF's suggestions
I am leaning to the white. I actually like the black a little better. I like black dial in general - I even like the black face ExpII more than the white one - most TRF members prefer the white face. I want to get the white one now for one reason - because I have so many black face sports watches already. I think I will get a black face Daytona eventually, either in addition to the white or trade the white if I don't like it. Is this a good decision?
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19 November 2008, 01:51 PM | #37 | |
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Great choice. Side-by-side comparison... first 2 pictures belong to Felly Jr. Last two are my blk and white dial. |
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19 November 2008, 01:58 PM | #39 |
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flip a coin.
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19 November 2008, 02:01 PM | #40 |
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this may help: blk is color of mean ppl ...those who are hiding things...
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19 November 2008, 02:02 PM | #41 |
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19 November 2008, 02:12 PM | #42 |
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19 November 2008, 03:32 PM | #44 |
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I'd have a white dial, becasue I want it to match my car!
<<<---- see, look here .
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19 November 2008, 03:37 PM | #45 |
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Don't discriminate.... Buy BOTH!!!
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19 November 2008, 04:42 PM | #46 |
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Black All the way !
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19 November 2008, 05:10 PM | #47 |
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I've owned both and found white to be more legible. I had difficulty seeing the time on the black dial in poor light.
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19 November 2008, 08:05 PM | #48 |
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Slight edge to black for the more sporty look.
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19 November 2008, 08:29 PM | #49 |
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I'm currently agonising (in a good way) over a black or white dial Exp II, so I feel your "pain".
However, for me it would be an easy decision with a Daytona: go BLACK Cheers
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20 November 2008, 04:40 AM | #50 |
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BLACK SS DAYTONA. No question.
First, the correct answer when you get "the call" from you AD about an SS Daytona is simply YES. Buy white or black -- whatever you are offered. Congratulations that you have a choice!! Amazing luck!
But you are trying to decide on one and I would have to recommend black. Worldwide, black is harder to get and commands a higher premium over list in most countries (e.g. Japan). This may not be an issue if you are not going to flip it but rarity is always nice to have. The perceived increased popularity of white in some countries is likely due to the greater availability of the white dial compared to black even though both are still very hard to get at an AD for list price. Finally, there is historic support for going with the black dial. COSMOGRAPH production began in 1963 with the reference 6239, initially with a VALJOUX 72B movement, and identical to that of the 6238 models. The oldest examples have a bezel for speed measurement with graduations and silver counters on a BLACK DIAL for the steel version. Having said all that, they are both stunning and a true "grail" Rolex. The black is more versatile, works in more situations, and has a larger presence on the wrist. P.S. Try to get the older clasp if you can find one -- you can save some money and the older (78490) clasp is slightly better than the 78590. |
20 November 2008, 04:51 AM | #51 |
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Now that you have wasted all this time asking people which colour they prefer or rather which colour they OWN your AD will assume you're not interested and jog on!!!!
Maybe he'll call me ......only problem with that is...... what colour should i get ??? Black or white???? Please advise.... actually on 2nd thought .... |
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20 November 2008, 06:34 AM | #54 |
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You can't go wrong with either!
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20 November 2008, 09:21 AM | #55 |
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What are you saying about me?
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20 November 2008, 09:25 AM | #56 |
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Based on your collection ... you only have one other white dial watch, so I'd go for the white Daytona. I personally like it better as well, but I think it rounds out your collection better as well and gives you another white dial option besides the MG.
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