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hotrod · 29 September 2009, 11:24 AM

Hi Guys, I'm new in this forum, have been reading the post for weeks now, I have enjoyed it and learned a lot about the Rolex models.

I wanted to get some suggestion on my first rolex purchase. Do I get the SS GMTIIc or save more for a SS Daytona?

I would like to use it as my daily wear :)

Thanks and looking forward to comments

MrCowboy99 · 29 September 2009, 02:20 PM

GMT IIc... has a date!

bodybump · 29 September 2009, 02:21 PM

Daytona for me...no need a date..I have my wife with me...

JJ Irani · 29 September 2009, 02:23 PM

This one......

Colnago · 29 September 2009, 02:26 PM

GMTIIc...as has been said it has the date...it also has the ability to track two time zones........although the Daytona is the watch to have for lots of people (including myself) the GMTIIc is probably a more functional day to day watch....how often would you use the chrono function and how often would you miss the date function?......there also the cost and availability differences to consider.....

Maybe you could post another poll....to all owners of both models....which one do you find yourself wearing most as a day to day watch?......for me I think (I don't know yet because I am still waiting for my Daytona to come) the GMT would get the most daily wear, I think I would save the Daytona for special occaisions, or at least not work days.......but who knows......it's difficult to resist wearing what you consider to be your best watch.....

Singslinger · 29 September 2009, 02:28 PM

Would price be a consideration and are you buying brand new from an AD?

With the GMT you might get a discount from the MRSP but with the Daytona, you might have to pay the full MRSP or even a slight premium. Are you comfortable with that?

IMO if it's a daily beater you're after, then the GMT IIc probably has the slight edge with its date function and scratch-resistant ceramic bezel. Good luck deciding!

hotrod · 29 September 2009, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

This one......

Hi JJ, Yes, this is a beauty you got!

Congrats!

hotrod · 29 September 2009, 02:41 PM

Hi Guys, Thanks for the comments, I'm thinking of getting it from David.

I don't think I will ever use the chrono

, but i can use the two time zone feature.

Gaijin · 29 September 2009, 02:48 PM

Ok, well I have both. I voted for the SS Daytona only because of its long term hold value and recognizability (is that a word?) Anyway the SS Daytona is a grail, so if you can get one I say you should. I have both the Black and White Dial SS Daytona and prefer the White.

However my GMT II C is my daily wearer. It gets about 75% of my wrist time. Beautiful and the functional. The maxi dial is great for the eyes. Rolex really got it right on this one!

You really can't go wrong with either.

sleddog · 29 September 2009, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrod

Hi Guys, Thanks for the comments, I'm thinking of getting it from David.

I don't think I will ever use the chrono

, but i can use the two time zone feature.

I think you have answered your own question here!!!! Personaly,I am bias though)go the GMT.....
DavidSW is the man to see,can't you see how happy JJ is!!

Rob.

hotrod · 29 September 2009, 03:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog1000

I think you have answered your own question here!!!! Personaly,I am bias though)go the GMT.....
DavidSW is the man to see,can't you see how happy JJ is!!

Rob.

Hehe

Maybe if i get the gmtIIc, i will be itching soon for the daytona, so If i get the daytona less itch to get the gmtIIc? just some thoughts.hehe

maybe owners of both watches can share some thoughts

both models seems to be a scratch magnet.

JJ Irani · 29 September 2009, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrod

Hehe

Maybe if i get the gmtIIc, i will be itching soon for the daytona, so If i get the daytona less itch to get the gmtIIc? just some thoughts.hehe

maybe owners of both watches can share some thoughts

both models seems to be a scratch magnet.

Actually, all the new clasps, be they SS, TT or YG, are scratch magnets......just gotta be that extra careful!!

sturgeon123456 · 29 September 2009, 04:59 PM

To the person that purchased two stainless Daytonas......would you not rather have purchased one solid gold one instead of two stainless? I am just wondering because I am having this type of situation, I have A TT GMT II C and a TT Sub and I find they are so similar I am regretting not shelling out the dough on one nice solid gold piece.....hmmmmmm

Andad · 29 September 2009, 06:11 PM

Daytona is my choice between these two.

dalip · 29 September 2009, 06:55 PM

GMT2c SS - great for daily wear and can dress up if needed -

Carlos98326194 · 29 September 2009, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

This one......

WOW!! Congrats JJ on your new TT GMT2C!!!

mike · 29 September 2009, 10:12 PM

For me the GMT has always been my prefered daily wear. The Daytona is a stunning watch, I just have more use for the GMT function and versatility.

rayt · 29 September 2009, 11:29 PM

just want to share my experience.. in the beginning i thought i wont let go of my daytona black.. but i just fell out of love with it. now i enjoying and loving my 2 tone gmt 2 ceramic(i realized i wanted some gold in my life( LOL). i just love everything in it and the contentment is higher than the ss daytona.its complete package i think and sooo beautiful..though the daytona is even more expensive than my GMT 2 two tone.

dardeca · 29 September 2009, 11:43 PM

I actually have both, and I think each are great. Although both are 40mm, the GMT IIc looks much larger on your wrist. I don't know if that is a consideration or not, but for someone with a large wrist, the SS Daytona could look small.

kcmo · 30 September 2009, 02:29 AM

Tough choice! Both are beauties....if you really want a Daytona in your collection, then I'd suggest getting it as soon as possible. While they're more readily available now, and at discounts, that won't last too long. The GMTII-C will be around for a while and easily obtainable with discounts. A great pair to have!

lenlec · 30 September 2009, 03:42 AM

they are both fantastic watches, with the gmt-c i think rolex have got it just about perfect, but the daytona will always draw attention due to its exclusivity and heritage i think

you cant go wrong with either but to wear daily its gotta be the gmt-c for me and the daytona evenings and going out

thanks andy

JG99 · 30 September 2009, 03:57 AM

I own both watches, but I have to say the GMTIIc is the better watch as an only watch for daily wear. I love the daytona, but the GMT is a lot tougher. It's very likely the that bezel on the daytona will scratch over time.

Both lovely watches though, and either would be a fantastic choice IMO.

john1 · 30 September 2009, 05:59 AM

I had the very same decision to make and went for the Daytona. It took my breath away.

If they get around to issuing a pepsi GMT IIc, I'll be right there at the front of the queue.

I strongly recommend the Sub for daily wear.

karmatp · 30 September 2009, 06:01 AM

I think the Daytona is the most overrated model out there, I just don't get why people think they are so great. It is full of useless functions and does not have the one that most people actually need, the date. I would take the SS GMT over the Daytona every time.

IT-guy · 30 September 2009, 06:07 AM

I love and have both, but Daytona is a higher-class watch. It's like comparing BMW M or MB AMG against regular BMWs and MBs.

dardeca · 30 September 2009, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

I think the Daytona is the most overrated model out there, I just don't get why people think they are so great. It is full of useless functions and does not have the one that most people actually need, the date. I would take the SS GMT over the Daytona every time.

On the flip side, how valuable really is the date function? Do people really wake up in the morning and not know what day it is? I never understood it. I'm sure I'll get flamed on this comment, but for goodness sakes, is it really that hard to remember?

Art 1 · 30 September 2009, 06:20 AM

I wear a SS Daytona now as my primary watch. I would probably go with the GMT2c, much easier to read.

jvo300 · 30 September 2009, 06:27 AM

I like the older dial ss daytona (4030, I think it is) with the black in the subdials. I prefer the GMT IIC relative to the current ss daytona.

WJGESQ · 30 September 2009, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carlos98326194

WOW!! Congrats JJ on your new TT GMT2C!!!

GMT IIC, all the way. Absolute, hands down, the only current Rolex that just wows. Especially in TT.

JG99 · 30 September 2009, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

I think the Daytona is the most overrated model out there, I just don't get why people think they are so great. It is full of useless functions and does not have the one that most people actually need, the date. I would take the SS GMT over the Daytona every time.

I agree the function is useless to many, but the dial is so beautiful and that is the reason I love it.

The GMT feature on my GMT gets used every week as I do more flying than pilots!

View Poll Results: GMTIIc or SS Daytona White
GMTIIc	78	53.79%
SS Daytona White	67	46.21%
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29 September 2009, 11:24 AM	#1
hotrod "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Rodney Location: USA Watch: AP ROO Panda Posts: 71	GMTIIc or SS Daytona Hi Guys, I'm new in this forum, have been reading the post for weeks now, I have enjoyed it and learned a lot about the Rolex models. I wanted to get some suggestion on my first rolex purchase. Do I get the SS GMTIIc or save more for a SS Daytona? I would like to use it as my daily wear :) Thanks and looking forward to comments

29 September 2009, 02:20 PM	#2
MrCowboy99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Mac Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 1,367	GMT IIc... has a date! __________________ I do not offer or provide any Rolex investment advice or opinion regarding the nature, potential, value, suitability or profitability of any particular watch, collections of watches, transaction or investment watch collecting strategy, and you shall be fully responsible for any watch decisions you make, and such decisions will be based solely on your evaluation of your financial circumstances, watch objectives, risk tolerance, and what looks good in yoru opinion on your wrist.

29 September 2009, 02:21 PM	#3
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Daytona for me...no need a date..I have my wife with me... __________________

29 September 2009, 02:23 PM	#4
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	This one...... __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

29 September 2009, 02:26 PM	#5
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	GMTIIc...as has been said it has the date...it also has the ability to track two time zones........although the Daytona is the watch to have for lots of people (including myself) the GMTIIc is probably a more functional day to day watch....how often would you use the chrono function and how often would you miss the date function?......there also the cost and availability differences to consider..... Maybe you could post another poll....to all owners of both models....which one do you find yourself wearing most as a day to day watch?......for me I think (I don't know yet because I am still waiting for my Daytona to come) the GMT would get the most daily wear, I think I would save the Daytona for special occaisions, or at least not work days.......but who knows......it's difficult to resist wearing what you consider to be your best watch..... __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

29 September 2009, 02:28 PM	#6
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Would price be a consideration and are you buying brand new from an AD? With the GMT you might get a discount from the MRSP but with the Daytona, you might have to pay the full MRSP or even a slight premium. Are you comfortable with that? IMO if it's a daily beater you're after, then the GMT IIc probably has the slight edge with its date function and scratch-resistant ceramic bezel. Good luck deciding!

29 September 2009, 02:41 PM	#8
hotrod "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Rodney Location: USA Watch: AP ROO Panda Posts: 71	Hi Guys, Thanks for the comments, I'm thinking of getting it from David. I don't think I will ever use the chrono , but i can use the two time zone feature.

29 September 2009, 02:48 PM	#9
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Ok, well I have both. I voted for the SS Daytona only because of its long term hold value and recognizability (is that a word?) Anyway the SS Daytona is a grail, so if you can get one I say you should. I have both the Black and White Dial SS Daytona and prefer the White. However my GMT II C is my daily wearer. It gets about 75% of my wrist time. Beautiful and the functional. The maxi dial is great for the eyes. Rolex really got it right on this one! You really can't go wrong with either.

29 September 2009, 04:59 PM	#13
sturgeon123456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 2,551	To the person that purchased two stainless Daytonas......would you not rather have purchased one solid gold one instead of two stainless? I am just wondering because I am having this type of situation, I have A TT GMT II C and a TT Sub and I find they are so similar I am regretting not shelling out the dough on one nice solid gold piece.....hmmmmmm

29 September 2009, 06:11 PM	#14
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,533	Daytona is my choice between these two. __________________ E

29 September 2009, 06:55 PM	#15
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	GMT2c SS - great for daily wear and can dress up if needed - __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

29 September 2009, 10:12 PM	#17
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	For me the GMT has always been my prefered daily wear. The Daytona is a stunning watch, I just have more use for the GMT function and versatility.

29 September 2009, 11:29 PM	#18
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	just want to share my experience.. in the beginning i thought i wont let go of my daytona black.. but i just fell out of love with it. now i enjoying and loving my 2 tone gmt 2 ceramic(i realized i wanted some gold in my life( LOL). i just love everything in it and the contentment is higher than the ss daytona.its complete package i think and sooo beautiful..though the daytona is even more expensive than my GMT 2 two tone.

29 September 2009, 11:43 PM	#19
dardeca 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: US Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 2,477	I actually have both, and I think each are great. Although both are 40mm, the GMT IIc looks much larger on your wrist. I don't know if that is a consideration or not, but for someone with a large wrist, the SS Daytona could look small.

30 September 2009, 02:29 AM	#20
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Tough choice! Both are beauties....if you really want a Daytona in your collection, then I'd suggest getting it as soon as possible. While they're more readily available now, and at discounts, that won't last too long. The GMTII-C will be around for a while and easily obtainable with discounts. A great pair to have!

30 September 2009, 03:42 AM	#21
lenlec "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: uk, Posts: 32	they are both fantastic watches, with the gmt-c i think rolex have got it just about perfect, but the daytona will always draw attention due to its exclusivity and heritage i think you cant go wrong with either but to wear daily its gotta be the gmt-c for me and the daytona evenings and going out thanks andy

30 September 2009, 03:57 AM	#22
JG99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: London Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 118	I own both watches, but I have to say the GMTIIc is the better watch as an only watch for daily wear. I love the daytona, but the GMT is a lot tougher. It's very likely the that bezel on the daytona will scratch over time. Both lovely watches though, and either would be a fantastic choice IMO. __________________ Z Series GMT IIc V Series SS Daytona (White Dial)

30 September 2009, 05:59 AM	#23
john1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Glasgow, Scotland Posts: 86	I had the very same decision to make and went for the Daytona. It took my breath away. If they get around to issuing a pepsi GMT IIc, I'll be right there at the front of the queue. I strongly recommend the Sub for daily wear.

30 September 2009, 06:01 AM	#24
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I think the Daytona is the most overrated model out there, I just don't get why people think they are so great. It is full of useless functions and does not have the one that most people actually need, the date. I would take the SS GMT over the Daytona every time. __________________ My grails:

30 September 2009, 06:07 AM	#25
IT-guy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: DC Watch: SD 126600 Posts: 195	I love and have both, but Daytona is a higher-class watch. It's like comparing BMW M or MB AMG against regular BMWs and MBs.

30 September 2009, 06:20 AM	#27
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I wear a SS Daytona now as my primary watch. I would probably go with the GMT2c, much easier to read.

30 September 2009, 06:27 AM	#28
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I like the older dial ss daytona (4030, I think it is) with the black in the subdials. I prefer the GMT IIC relative to the current ss daytona.

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