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Old 19 November 2008, 10:09 AM   #31
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Old 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.
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Old 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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Old 19 November 2008, 10:20 AM   #34
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Old 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.


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Old 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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Old 19 November 2008, 01:51 PM   #37
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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?

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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Old 19 November 2008, 01:55 PM   #38
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Just back from AD. I have the choice to get either a white or a black Daytona, but not both. The white is an early V and the black is a late M. Both have the same new clasp and at the same new MSRP. I tried on both. They all looked good in different way. The white one is easy to read and very clean look comparing to the black. The black is more stunning and will draw more attention. I like both but can only choose one. I need your help to decide.
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Old 19 November 2008, 01:58 PM   #39
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Old 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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Old 19 November 2008, 02:02 PM   #41
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Old 19 November 2008, 02:12 PM   #42
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For me it's the white dial on a 16520 or black dial on a 116520.

I agree, but I have the white dial on my 116520 and the black dial on my 16520.

For new 116520 though I would get white.
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Old 19 November 2008, 02:49 PM   #43
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Old 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!





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Old 19 November 2008, 03:37 PM   #45
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Old 19 November 2008, 04:42 PM   #46
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Old 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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Old 19 November 2008, 08:05 PM   #48
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Slight edge to black for the more sporty look.
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Old 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


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Old 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.
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Old 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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Old 20 November 2008, 06:24 AM   #52
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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 ....
I thought you have a white already. I think you should choose the black. By the way, I really enjoyed your post the other day. I don't know should I say congratulation or sorry to you about you and your wife. I made a mistake to show your post to my wife. I am not sure I can get that Daytona now. Welcome to TRF.
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Old 20 November 2008, 06:32 AM   #53
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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.
Thank you for your info. If the black comes with the old clasp and old price, then I would pick the black right away. But the black one comes with the new clasp and the new MSRP, and it is an M.
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Old 20 November 2008, 06:34 AM   #54
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Old 20 November 2008, 09:21 AM   #55
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this may help: blk is color of mean ppl ...those who are hiding things...
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Old 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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