Anyone notice there's a lot of Daytona "haters"?

[Dr. Robert]

I am a big fan of the Daytona....all of them....except maybe the leopard diamond thing model.......

[dockmasterbob]

Originally Posted by Dr.B

What a boring world this would be if everyone liked the same thing.
For me....Daytona all the way.



Cheers!

Daytona and Guinness!!! What a great combo!!!

[Cato]

I, personally, am not fond of the Daytona. It has a cluttered dial and is too big.

However, I don't hate the watch nor those who love it.

Different strokes for different folks!

[chsu74]

I appreciate fine engineering whether its cars, watches, planes or houses. As long as someone/company puts together a product that is complicated but reliable; kudos to you and it should be valued at a premium.

[kokovovoru]

Originally Posted by kcmo

OK, but remember, you asked for it!!!

Very nice pics of Daytona -you just don't get bored of looking at it. I think it is controversial mainly because of the steep price tag of the SS model. Why you can get a good discount on the TT model and not on the SS model is the main reason many pple here criticize it with a derogatory tone. Perhaps, the true value of the SS Daytona is in the eyes of its beholders.

[JBat]

Originally Posted by landroverking

The haters just don't get it ....the history of not only the Daytona but maybe all chronographs. Yes some bitch about the lack of a date, or screw down pushers ....all good reasons to not buy a Daytona, but not a reason to hate them. I like Subs, but the whole James Bond thing and dive watch deal is over done as well. Just remember to each his own.

Now that's hating.

Originally Posted by FlyingMoose

It's probably because it's so snooty, with all the celebrities wearing it and whatnot, not to mention the fact that it's a monstrously ugly abomination of a watch.

[JBat]

I don't see much hating, just people who either like or don't. What's the problem? To the OP, who cares what someone thinks about your watch?

The biggest issue I have with the Daytona is the cost. I've looked at a few at an AD (non-SS models) and I can see the appeal. They are beautiful and I'd love to get one someday. I just don't know when, because I can get 2 or 3 other watches for the price of one Daytona.

[kokovovoru]

Originally Posted by JBat

I don't see much hating, just people who either like or don't. What's the problem? To the OP, who cares what someone thinks about your watch?

The biggest issue I have with the Daytona is the cost. I've looked at a few at an AD (non-SS models) and I can see the appeal. They are beautiful and I'd love to get one someday. I just don't know when, because I can get 2 or 3 other watches for the price of one Daytona.

I used the same analogy when I was shopping for an AP RO Offshore. I just couldn't justify spending the amount for a SS watch when I could've purchased 3 SS Daytonas that have the chronograph feature as well. The bottom line is that it all comes down to how you juggle between a purchase decision and your financial obligations (family, work, mortgage, etc.) and find the optimal balance between the two.

[Prince]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Can I add my 2 cents please?

The word DAYTONA has "DAY" in it as well as "DAYT", but I don't see either!!

Originally Posted by snow_rocks

Someone please BAN this TOSSER!!!

I'm on it, Rick. I've done it before, and I'll do it again.

Problem is, HE LIKES IT!!!

[smallcandle]

Originally Posted by rad87gn

I like SS Daytonas and wanted one for years. I thought they were worth it in the $7K area but after waiting so darn long and never getting a call they are now $10K and personally don't think it's worth it. I got a Speedmaster Pro Moon instead and am happy.

I'm glad someone else did this because I've been considering this very option. I really want a chrono for certain occasions but I just can't get on board with $10k+ for a Daytona. Don't get me wrong, I'd like to have one, but not at current prices.

[mpkRolex]

I have two of the most sought after watches made by Rolex (imho) and I like them both. Both have incredible history and the "grail" factor. I am proud to own them. See my signature for the ones I am talking about..

Daytona haters?? Where? May be they prefer others over it but I dont think they hate it.

Peace!!

[mpkRolex]

Originally Posted by kokovovoru

Very nice pics of Daytona -you just don't get bored of looking at it. I think it is controversial mainly because of the steep price tag of the SS model. Why you can get a good discount on the TT model and not on the SS model is the main reason many pple here criticize it with a derogatory tone. Perhaps, the true value of the SS Daytona is in the eyes of its beholders.

Very well said

[GeoGio Greece]

I used to have a Daytona, which, after 3 changes of the neck-thread along with the crown, was sold to a friend. That was back in 1974.

When very young, I liked the looks, a sports watch. But it was a manual winding, and I had to "do it" daily. This caused a wear, of the neck-thread along with the crown, that I got tired off.

At the same time, the lack of a date, and the scratches to my upper hand from the extra buttons, measured in my decision to give it away.

Lately, I notice this trend for Daytonas, which I really do not understand, may be because I have lived with it, it is not a "wish" for me.

To my opinion, it is NOT worth the price asked, and if I need a "Chronograph" to measure time laps, I can use a Seiko-Casio-a whatever cheap one and digital.

So, I will remain with my GMT's and Subs, and will not regret it

[SubKing]

i am new to a SS daytona... i cannot speak on behalf of everyone but i will say when posting about my new purchase, i felt i was being attacked for no reason... just drama..

before i had this watch, i never gave it any thought to hate anyone over anything..
i decided i wanted the watch, so 2 days later i had one on my wrist.
I think if anyone wants anything bad enough, they can pull a couple hours aside, go to rolex.com get every number to every ad in their area and call em.. if no luck then start calling out of state.. you will save tax that way. if you call 50 ad's, one is bound to have one they will sell... thats exactly how i got mine. i just started calling... got alot of laughs, but i didnt care, i just kept trying.

[Subfiend]

I have a love/hate relationship with my Daytona. I love the beauty of the dial and its rarity, but I hate the lack of contrast and difficulty I have reading it.

I also think it is becoming a girl's watch, which isn't all that bad.

[Timber Loftis]

Originally Posted by mb hawaii

It seems that the Daytona is one of the most controversial watch. Many seem to dislike the watch just because it's price higher than other SS watches. I also noticed there's seems to be a jealous, envious tone to many of the negative posts. I doubt this would even be an issue if Daytona's cost the same as Subs. All this dislike just because of pricing? What gives?

You presume a lot.

I dislike it because it's too small and retardedly designed so as not to have a date window.

[Prince]

Originally Posted by Timber Loftis

...I dislike it because it's too small and retardedly designed so as not to have a date window.

You could merely have said that it is rather small (really??) and has no date window.

[Kapture1]

such a sexy watch... I personally dont think it has ANYTHING to do with price, at least not for me. I will own one someday... need to get my GMT first of course. Like I said before, I hated them at first glance, but after closer inspection appreciate them. Someday... I will have a WG Daytona

[Art 1]

I haven't noticed it.

[R S]

Let 'em hate....I prefer to feel the love. RS

[submariner16610]

i also didn't really liked it at first. But when i tried it on my wrist, wow! It's a totally different story...Photos doesn't justify it's beauty...

[landroverking]

The Daytona is the one watch that should be in every watch collection.

[Ricochet]

If you love it, nobody must be able to tell you otherwise.

[gmh1013]

Dont hate it... just never really did anything for me ....use to like Breitlings Chrono's and had a Omega Speedmaster too but got tired of the busy cluttered dial look and sold them both.
I really just dont have much use for them other than good conversation piece...they are really beautiful watches but are just not for me now.

[1000ftSub]

They probably don't hate it, its just not there cup of tea.

[WatchnRoll]

Not a hater...I love the watch but I do fall into the camp of "not getting it" when it comes to the demand and pricing.

[Le Chef]

It's a pretty watch for sure but there are better chronograph movements available in watches priced at the same level as the Daytona. Just because it's been in short supply doesn't mean it's a better watch. The argument has nothing to do with it being in stainless steel. The Patek Aquanaut and Nautilus in ss are WAY more expensive but people recognize the quality of the movements and the finishing of the cases and dials.

[Gagebuilder]

Originally Posted by 1000ftSub

They probably don't hate it, its just not there cup of tea.

There are other chronographs I prefer more.

[KarlFr]

I like it. Had and sold one, regretted it, and buying another one again.
Couldn't get over the fact that all celebrity teenage girls in california wore one ... and the watch lacked date ... but all in all it's a fantastic watch.. a grail rolex for many

[tattooedfagin]

can't say i'm a fan but i certainly don't hate them...its a watch FFS...