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tommy91 · 23 May 2015, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by drgoro

It's dumb to have an opinion? I was going to make a purchase, tested it out and realized the thing wasn't what people like yourself and ardent 'Daytona-ites' make it out to be - FOR ME, which was clearly spelt out. Which other of your personal choices would you like me to accept of yours as gospel? Wiping front to back or is it the other way way around,

man up guy, to each is own.

Well said

Daytonaman799 · 23 May 2015, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I love the Daytona. I mean I love it.

But just got this. You want a chrono. This is my new piece. Will fit the bill of description

Great piece...very under appreciated IMHO.

1William · 23 May 2015, 09:37 PM

I have owned and worn a Daytona for the better part of 16 years. Both the YG and SS models and had several at the same time. As noted earlier tastes and wear do change over time and I have sold my Daytona's for other watches. I still love the looks but the wear for me is toward the small side and the cost is toward the high side. The case update for the sub and the DDII seem to work best for me. I have just stepped back into the world of Omega with the Speedmaster 9300 in steel. Purchased through DavidSW ,slightly owned, the price is right and the 44.25mm case is sturdy and a pleasure to wear. I have a couple of OEM NATO's on the way to change up a bit. Give it a try as it wears nice.

drgoro · 23 May 2015, 09:45 PM

Yes!!

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Originally Posted by tommy91

i completely agree with you. I tried a friends on and it just doesn't seem to be 'all that'. Maybe it is something once you own you grown to appreciate and love, however i feel you should have that feeling the moment you buy the watch

superdog · 23 May 2015, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by drgoro

Yes!!

Is your interest in confirming your feelings about the Daytona, or finding the right watch?

superdog · 23 May 2015, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

I have owned and worn a Daytona for the better part of 16 years. Both the YG and SS models and had several at the same time. As noted earlier tastes and wear do change over time and I have sold my Daytona's for other watches. I still love the looks but the wear for me is toward the small side and the cost is toward the high side. The case update for the sub and the DDII seem to work best for me. I have just stepped back into the world of Omega with the Speedmaster 9300 in steel. Purchased through DavidSW ,slightly owned, the price is right and the 44.25mm case is sturdy and a pleasure to wear. I have a couple of OEM NATO's on the way to change up a bit. Give it a try as it wears nice.

That's a heck of a watch. Looks great on you too. Congrats on the pick up.

travisb · 23 May 2015, 10:32 PM

Great options already mentioned.
Ap ROC
VC
Omega 9300
Personally love all of these.

TommyT53 · 23 May 2015, 10:40 PM

This watch has a Rolex bloodline but larger and easier to read than a Daytona.

superdog · 23 May 2015, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by TommyT53

This watch has a Rolex bloodline but larger and easier to read than a Daytona.

Another great option.

That's a beautiful reference.

Old Expat Beast · 23 May 2015, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by TommyT53

This watch has a Rolex bloodline but larger and easier to read than a Daytona.

...with a date and a second timezone bezel

I'd take that over a modern Daytona.

kilyung · 23 May 2015, 11:56 PM

Try the YM2. Anything but fragile or dainty feeling.

SL BRABUS · 24 May 2015, 04:35 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I love the Daytona. I mean I love it.

But just got this. You want a chrono. This is my new piece. Will fit the bill of description

"Hi" Seth......

Love your new Vacheron Constantin, Overseas Chronograph.....

I try it on a few week ago....

The workmanship is superior & the blue dial look amazing.......

Also it a lot light than the Daytona....

The only thing I hate is the big depreciation....

If it have the same depreciation as the Daytona, the Vacheron Constantin, Overseas Chronograph would be in my watch collection...

jack81 · 24 May 2015, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

I love the Daytona. I mean I love it.

But just got this. You want a chrono. This is my new piece. Will fit the bill of description

Gorgoeus Vc overseas Seth. Big congrats!!

landroverking · 24 May 2015, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Try the YM2. Anything but fragile or dainty feeling.

Well for one are you going for fashion over function?
If you need a chronograph, then the YM II is not for you.

If your are just into sub dials there are many, many choices out there, they are just not in the current Rolex lineup.

Cru Jones · 24 May 2015, 07:15 AM

Sorry, but, "dainty" this and "feminine" that, while you "rock" another one. The Daytona is a fine timepiece. I'm not surprised based on your post that you don't appreciate it. Luckily, there are a lot of other options. Enjoy the hunt for something that fits your style.

Seaswirl · 24 May 2015, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Sorry, but, "dainty" this and "feminine" that, while you "rock" another one. The Daytona is a fine timepiece. I'm not surprised based on your post that you don't appreciate it. Luckily, there are a lot of other options. Enjoy the hunt for something that fits your style.

This. There's a reason why PAM and ROO are popular. Neither are for me, but different strokes for different folks.

themaninblack · 24 May 2015, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Seaswirl

This. There's a reason why PAM and ROO are popular. Neither are for me, but different strokes for different folks.

What is a ROO?

Panerai Radiomir is a beautiful watch...except the chrono versions where it all goes wrong, it just isn't meant to be.

Design is a delicate art and everyone's brain reacts differently to what they see. A small thing can just look wrong to one individual but not be of any significance to another, like the position of the subdials on the modern Daytona. I'm not a chronograph person in general so they have to be just right for me. An original manual wind Valjoux Daytona I can warm too though!

SMD · 24 May 2015, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by themaninblack

What is a ROO?

Panerai Radiomir is a beautiful watch...except the chrono versions where it all goes wrong, it just isn't meant to be.

Disagree.

Old Expat Beast · 24 May 2015, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by themaninblack

What is a ROO?

Panerai Radiomir is a beautiful watch...except the chrono versions where it all goes wrong, it just isn't meant to be.

Design is a delicate art and everyone's brain reacts differently to what they see. A small thing can just look wrong to one individual but not be of any significance to another, like the position of the subdials on the modern Daytona. I'm not a chronograph person in general so they have to be just right for me. An original manual wind Valjoux Daytona I can warm too though!

Royal Oak Offshore

themaninblack · 24 May 2015, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Royal Oak Offshore

Aha, thank you. That's certainly a lot of case and bracelet and not much watch. As my mum says, "well I'm sure somebody loves him"

Otto · 24 May 2015, 10:14 AM

This is the one I'm wearing this morning...

CHRONOLEX · 24 May 2015, 11:24 AM

Not for everyone I guess. I can't get enough.

watchabout · 24 May 2015, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by drgoro

I still need to fill the chrono void in the collection.

Try this. It feels sturdy and looks awesome.

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douglasf13 · 24 May 2015, 11:59 AM

The size is the main thing I like about the Daytona. It's the design of the current model that I'm not a huge fan of. The Speedy Pro is cool, but I wish it had screw down pushers with a better water resistance rating.

kimnkk · 24 May 2015, 01:18 PM

No problems with the Daytona here.
Yes it's a busy watch and I can understand why people prefer other classic Rolex watches but for me, the Daytona is perfect.

jbsmith · 24 May 2015, 01:43 PM

The Daytona wasn't for me either. I tried to love, but ended up selling due to being a safe queen. I found it too small for my liking and I really missed a date function.

I went with the oldest production run chrono out there...Breitling Navitimer (in particular, 01 LE). More wrist presence at 43mm, date function, 5 year warranty in-house movement, very rich aviation and space history, and the beautiful dial.

If 43mm isn't large enough for you, they recently released the Navi 01 in 46mm.

Good luck!

red1108nyc · 24 May 2015, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason71

For the longest time, I always said I would never own a Daytona. Now, I am on the hunt for my 2nd Daytona. Not only do people have different tastes........tastes also change.

Well said

For me, Daytona is perfect and maybe because I have a smaller 6.5 inch wrist~ Time-less design helps too.

Steve in SoCal · 24 May 2015, 02:40 PM

Misfire

handsfull · 25 May 2015, 12:36 AM

I find something I appreciate in all watches (for the most part-LOL), and really like chronographs. That said, I just cannot wear chrono's....they dials are just too busy for my liking.

AK797 · 25 May 2015, 12:49 AM

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Originally Posted by kimnkk

No problems with the Daytona here.
Yes it's a busy watch and I can understand why people prefer other classic Rolex watches but for me, the Daytona is perfect.

Lovely pics, but I disagree it is a busy watch, it's a chrono and so has the standard layout which is executed with minimum fuss.

23 May 2015, 09:37 PM	#63
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	I have owned and worn a Daytona for the better part of 16 years. Both the YG and SS models and had several at the same time. As noted earlier tastes and wear do change over time and I have sold my Daytona's for other watches. I still love the looks but the wear for me is toward the small side and the cost is toward the high side. The case update for the sub and the DDII seem to work best for me. I have just stepped back into the world of Omega with the Speedmaster 9300 in steel. Purchased through DavidSW ,slightly owned, the price is right and the 44.25mm case is sturdy and a pleasure to wear. I have a couple of OEM NATO's on the way to change up a bit. Give it a try as it wears nice. Attached Images

23 May 2015, 10:40 PM	#68
TommyT53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Rochester/Vero Watch: Your back Posts: 453	This watch has a Rolex bloodline but larger and easier to read than a Daytona. Attached Images

24 May 2015, 10:14 AM	#81
Otto 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Japan Watch: Daytona and others Posts: 3,023	I'm still loving the Daytona... This is the one I'm wearing this morning...

24 May 2015, 02:40 PM	#88
Steve in SoCal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: CA Posts: 78	Daytona dissapointment Misfire

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23 May 2015, 10:32 PM	#67
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Great options already mentioned. Ap ROC VC Omega 9300 Personally love all of these.

23 May 2015, 11:56 PM	#71
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Try the YM2. Anything but fragile or dainty feeling.

24 May 2015, 07:15 AM	#75
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Sorry, but, "dainty" this and "feminine" that, while you "rock" another one. The Daytona is a fine timepiece. I'm not surprised based on your post that you don't appreciate it. Luckily, there are a lot of other options. Enjoy the hunt for something that fits your style.

24 May 2015, 11:24 AM	#82
CHRONOLEX 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA Posts: 1,629	Not for everyone I guess. I can't get enough.

24 May 2015, 11:59 AM	#84
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	The size is the main thing I like about the Daytona. It's the design of the current model that I'm not a huge fan of. The Speedy Pro is cool, but I wish it had screw down pushers with a better water resistance rating.

24 May 2015, 01:18 PM	#85
kimnkk "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 103	No problems with the Daytona here. Yes it's a busy watch and I can understand why people prefer other classic Rolex watches but for me, the Daytona is perfect.

24 May 2015, 01:43 PM	#86
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,869	The Daytona wasn't for me either. I tried to love, but ended up selling due to being a safe queen. I found it too small for my liking and I really missed a date function. I went with the oldest production run chrono out there...Breitling Navitimer (in particular, 01 LE). More wrist presence at 43mm, date function, 5 year warranty in-house movement, very rich aviation and space history, and the beautiful dial. If 43mm isn't large enough for you, they recently released the Navi 01 in 46mm. Good luck!

25 May 2015, 12:36 AM	#89
handsfull "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: J Location: The great Midwest Watch: youlookinat? Posts: 2,369	I find something I appreciate in all watches (for the most part-LOL), and really like chronographs. That said, I just cannot wear chrono's....they dials are just too busy for my liking.

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