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Richard. · 30 September 2013, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Boopie

Wow! What does it weigh, compared to the SS and WG?

I don't know about the other metals but my Pt Daytona is 284 grammes of loveliness.

scooba · 3 October 2013, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Richard.

I don't know about the other metals but my Pt Daytona is 284 grammes of loveliness.

Hi Richard

We are waiting for some really hi res pictures off your new Piece, if the picture at the start off this post are a true reflection of the actual size I cant wait till the end of October to try one at my Ads.

But I spoke with Rolex Sales UK and she said it is exactly the same specs as the 116520 ,I really hope she is wrong the one being compared in picture two is the one I am wanting to buy,

Come on Richard show us some decent Pics off your new piece.

Seaward · 3 October 2013, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by scooba

Hi Richard

We are waiting for some really hi res pictures off your new Piece, if the picture at the start off this post are a true reflection of the actual size I cant wait till the end of October to try one at my Ads.

But I spoke with Rolex Sales UK and she said it is exactly the same specs as the 116520 ,I really hope she is wrong the one being compared in picture two is the one I am wanting to buy,

Come on Richard show us some decent Pics off your new piece.

They are exactly the same dimensions.

Richard. · 3 October 2013, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooba

Hi Richard

We are waiting for some really hi res pictures off your new Piece, if the picture at the start off this post are a true reflection of the actual size I cant wait till the end of October to try one at my Ads.

But I spoke with Rolex Sales UK and she said it is exactly the same specs as the 116520 ,I really hope she is wrong the one being compared in picture two is the one I am wanting to buy,

Come on Richard show us some decent Pics off your new piece.

Sorry Paul, I'm really busy at the moment. I will get around to it eventually —not that my poor photographic skills will do it justice. Maybe I should post it to Jocke!

Richard. · 3 October 2013, 07:04 AM

Here's a quick one to be going on with!

kkwn98 · 3 October 2013, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Richard.

I don't know about the other metals but my Pt Daytona is 284 grammes of loveliness.

Congratulations on your new Daytona.

I do, however, question the weight. I've read reports that it is around the 250g mark.

Given that it has exactly the same dimensions as a steel Daytona, I don't see how it can weigh as much as a Day-Date II in platinum, which is a much bigger watch - it has a larger diameter and a wider bracelet. Where would all the extra weight come from, bearing in mind that the ceramic bezel of the Daytona weighs much less than the flat platinum bezel on the Day-Date II?

johnbeth · 3 October 2013, 08:55 AM

Huge congrats!

incontrol · 3 October 2013, 10:26 AM

Stunning! Congrats!

SWISSAHOLICS · 3 October 2013, 12:15 PM

Mega congrats Richard....looking fwd to more pics whenever you get around to it.

Jsan20 · 3 October 2013, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by kkwn98

Congratulations on your new Daytona.

I do, however, question the weight. I've read reports that it is around the 250g mark.

Given that it has exactly the same dimensions as a steel Daytona, I don't see how it can weigh as much as a Day-Date II in platinum, which is a much bigger watch - it has a larger diameter and a wider bracelet. Where would all the extra weight come from, bearing in mind that the ceramic bezel of the Daytona weighs much less than the flat platinum bezel on the Day-Date II?

The sport braclets are very solid.

TimeOnMyHands · 3 October 2013, 02:29 PM

One more point, since Rolex charges more for this model than the SkyDweller - one might expect the winding crown technology/assembly protocol on this 'Daytona' (as found on the SkyDweller) ensured that the crown aligned correctly as well....but evidently that is not the case for $75K. And something a little more special than the same movement as in the SS model. I feel like this is a simple cash grab for Rolex. Imagine the profit margin on this piece...

redsubby · 3 October 2013, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Seaward

They are exactly the same dimensions.

The lugs are different. WG and Pt Daytona lugs are thicker and curve different than the YG and steel Daytona.

Richard. · 3 October 2013, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kkwn98

Congratulations on your new Daytona.

I do, however, question the weight. I've read reports that it is around the 250g mark.

Given that it has exactly the same dimensions as a steel Daytona, I don't see how it can weigh as much as a Day-Date II in platinum, which is a much bigger watch - it has a larger diameter and a wider bracelet. Where would all the extra weight come from, bearing in mind that the ceramic bezel of the Daytona weighs much less than the flat platinum bezel on the Day-Date II?

Question away — I've weighed it.

Cru Jones · 3 October 2013, 06:34 PM

Richard.....

huge congrats!!

what a stunner.

HL65 · 3 October 2013, 08:08 PM

Huge congrats and you are one lucky guy! I love it....Cheers,

SixPak · 3 October 2013, 08:26 PM

Absolutely magnificent!!!!! Please post more pictures.

dirapa7z · 3 October 2013, 08:35 PM

I'm huge fan of Rolex Daytona watch.

Both the watches are stylish & beautiful.

AK797 · 3 October 2013, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SixPak

Absolutely magnificent!!!!! Please post more pictures.

Yeah, Richard, get it outta the safe!

Seaward · 3 October 2013, 08:43 PM

Big congrats!

DennisJ · 3 October 2013, 09:17 PM

Dear I say this. And if I do it is honestly not meant to offend anyone...
Mind you my first post on this forum was some what provocative, but this is not mean to be.

I don't get the fuzz about Daytonas, really I don't. I can appreciate the heritage and the craftmanship but that's about it. I might be that I'm not that fond of chronographs in general and without a dat in particular. I used to have a Speedy Pro, but I had to let it go as I'm actually depending on my watch for time and date.

And then I have never come across a situation were the chronograph function has been needed, I mean to measure fractions of a second. Having said that I am owning some diving watches, a Sub, PO, Breitling SO and a Seiko SKX007. The deepest I've probably ever been is about 5 meters, and the "worst" diver I have (Seiko) will manage 200m, the "best" will do 1500m (Breitling). In addition 2 of my divers have a Helium Escape Valve, so far they have at best been a icebreaker around a diner table with unknown faces. Not sure what I'm trying to say here, I guess we all have our own irrational reasons for liking and buying our watches.

So to all you Daytona lovers out there, and I'm sure you are plenty, please enjoy your peace or if you are still saving up for one, please keep the dream alive. I mean it.

DennisJ · 3 October 2013, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by DennisJ

Dear I say this. And if I do it is honestly not meant to offend anyone...
Mind you my first post on this forum was some what provocative, but this is not mean to be.

I don't get the fuzz about Daytonas, really I don't. I can appreciate the heritage and the craftmanship but that's about it. I might be that I'm not that fond of chronographs in general and without a dat in particular. I used to have a Speedy Pro, but I had to let it go as I'm actually depending on my watch for time and date.

And then I have never come across a situation were the chronograph function has been needed, I mean to measure fractions of a second. Having said that I am owning some diving watches, a Sub, PO, Breitling SO and a Seiko SKX007. The deepest I've probably ever been is about 5 meters, and the "worst" diver I have (Seiko) will manage 200m, the "best" will do 1500m (Breitling). In addition 2 of my divers have a Helium Escape Valve, so far they have at best been a icebreaker around a diner table with unknown faces. Not sure what I'm trying to say here, I guess we all have our own irrational reasons for liking and buying our watches.

So to all you Daytona lovers out there, and I'm sure you are plenty, please enjoy your peace or if you are still saving up for one, please keep the dream alive. I mean it.

Sorry for really poor spelling...

FeelingTheBlues · 3 October 2013, 09:25 PM

Richard, that watch is sublime!

Congratulations!

mikkemus23 · 3 October 2013, 09:45 PM

The is one sweet plat Daytona, huge congrats!!

Cc1966 · 3 October 2013, 10:51 PM

Good show Richard

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TimeOnMyHands Banned Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 16570 Posts: 457	One more point, since Rolex charges more for this model than the SkyDweller - one might expect the winding crown technology/assembly protocol on this 'Daytona' (as found on the SkyDweller) ensured that the crown aligned correctly as well....but evidently that is not the case for $75K. And something a little more special than the same movement as in the SS model. I feel like this is a simple cash grab for Rolex. Imagine the profit margin on this piece...

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SixPak "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Phong Location: Toronto Posts: 2,718	Absolutely magnificent!!!!! Please post more pictures.

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dirapa7z Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Nia M. Findley Location: Miami Posts: 15	I'm huge fan of Rolex Daytona watch. Both the watches are stylish & beautiful.

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DennisJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Tokyo Watch: 16800 Posts: 170	Dear I say this. And if I do it is honestly not meant to offend anyone... Mind you my first post on this forum was some what provocative, but this is not mean to be. I don't get the fuzz about Daytonas, really I don't. I can appreciate the heritage and the craftmanship but that's about it. I might be that I'm not that fond of chronographs in general and without a dat in particular. I used to have a Speedy Pro, but I had to let it go as I'm actually depending on my watch for time and date. And then I have never come across a situation were the chronograph function has been needed, I mean to measure fractions of a second. Having said that I am owning some diving watches, a Sub, PO, Breitling SO and a Seiko SKX007. The deepest I've probably ever been is about 5 meters, and the "worst" diver I have (Seiko) will manage 200m, the "best" will do 1500m (Breitling). In addition 2 of my divers have a Helium Escape Valve, so far they have at best been a icebreaker around a diner table with unknown faces. Not sure what I'm trying to say here, I guess we all have our own irrational reasons for liking and buying our watches. So to all you Daytona lovers out there, and I'm sure you are plenty, please enjoy your peace or if you are still saving up for one, please keep the dream alive. I mean it.

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