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stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 10:36 AM

I just don't. I know that sounds like Rolex Forum blasphemy.

Since the day I started admiring the Rolex line I have been amazed at the following and esteem that the Daytona seems to inspire.

There are folks in these forums that would pawn their own grandmother to get their hands on an SS Daytona but I have never understood why. I've looked at pictures, held a couple of TTs, even tried one on and I have to confess, I JUST DO NOT GET IT.

Do any other Rolex fans exist that don't like the Daytona or am I on the island by myself? The upside however is that there is one less person out there competing for them.

Whew. It felt good to get that off my chest.

Ok,...........flame away!

HDHNTER · 19 June 2008, 10:40 AM

Different strokes for different folks. I enjoy my SS but it's not my favorite.

CoopJr · 19 June 2008, 10:40 AM

For $7,900 I could have grown to love one...For $9,200, I cannot. They are beautiful but they don't make me swoon. Just my 2 cents.

CoopJr · 19 June 2008, 10:41 AM

Hey Allen...you spelled your name wrong

pwrslider · 19 June 2008, 10:42 AM

yeah, ok...me too...

Haole · 19 June 2008, 10:43 AM

Not my taste at all, like many other rolex watches actually. If it isn't a GMT, Sea Dweller or Submariner I'm not interested. I can fully appreciate the art of what they are but I'd never pay money for one.

walds11 · 19 June 2008, 10:43 AM

I love the Daytona. Best looking chrono out there and not a bad movement to boot too :)

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by pwrslider

yeah, ok...me too...

I'm currently holed up waiting for the townspeople to mount the hill with pitchforks and torches.

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 10:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haole

Not my taste at all, like many other rolex watches actually. If it isn't a GMT, Sea Dweller or Submariner I'm not interested. I can fully appreciate the art of what they are but I'd never pay money for one.

My brother from another mother. I could not have said it better myself.

Warren · 19 June 2008, 10:45 AM

The missing the date function makes me feel love and hate on it. It may eventually push me to buy a classic Tudor chorno version.

Rolexitis · 19 June 2008, 10:45 AM

I have to admit that I'm with you Brian. I just don't get that feeling like I do when I look at my Sub or a TOG or a GMTetc.. I'm not a chrono fan I guess, but I'll probably never purchase any model Daytona

taylor · 19 June 2008, 10:46 AM

to each, his own

originally, the only rolex i liked was the white-dialed daytona. i never saw myself wearing a watch which had a black dial. however, after spending some time on this forum, i'm afraid i am going to have to have the daytona, LV, and IIC.

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 10:50 AM

As background, I find the long sweeping hand of a Rolex to be one of my favorite features. The absence of that is a big detraction for me.

RW16610 · 19 June 2008, 10:50 AM

The Daytona is a great watch for sure but nothing on my list for anytime soon at all. Strongly prefer things like the GMT Master IIc, Submariner etc. it would be 3rd on my list in that case.

For the person that absolutely needs one and it makes them smile then it is well worth the marked up price (to them probably). GMT has a feature that for me would be of more use. Chronograph is a VERY good tool to have but from my past owning Chronograph watchs it was never used.... The tachymeter feature is to me a cool thing but more a novelty. To calculate average speed or what not. Could never see myself in a car going "Hmmm... wonder how fast i'm going, AH I know let me use the tachymeter on my watch" but that is just me.

The Daytona is an EXCELLENT all around watch. Looks perfect for dressing up or in jeans and a t-shirt. My passion is for the more prescious metals such as the 18K Yellow Gold model. As stated above it is 3rd on my list but can never see myself paying the asking price for a SS model.

taylor · 19 June 2008, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by stnmikita

As background, I find the long sweeping hand of a Rolex to be one of my favorite features. The absence of that is a big detraction for me.

am i missing something here?

karmatp · 19 June 2008, 10:57 AM

I personally find that I have reached a point in my life were if I am not going to use something, I don't buy it. The chrono function is just not something I want to spend my hard earned money on, the SS white Daytona is a good looking watch, but I cannot justify spending that much money on a watch just for the heck if it. I think marriage and 3 kids has really changed my outlook on what is important to me, I can still wear a nice sub on my wrist and not take away from money that I could spend on my family.

redshirt1957 · 19 June 2008, 10:58 AM

Never liked or wanted one and then; last Christmas the wife bought me one. You can decide why I like it now, but I do.

Here's a picture for reference.

Felly Jr. · 19 June 2008, 11:00 AM

Brian, I'm not gonna flame you but you can reconcile yourself by putting your name on an AD waiting list and then if it ever becomes available simply let one of our fine Forum members here have the opportunity to buy it.

Robb · 19 June 2008, 11:03 AM

Daytona's are not my thing either. I have been lucky enough to get ahold of 3 SS Daytona's but they just dont smile at me.....So I flipped em!!!

BiG JeEzY · 19 June 2008, 11:04 AM

Wow when I viewed this thread, there were 15 or so other members viewing it at the same time.

I'm sorry to say this but....I'm personally not really fond of the Daytona for a few reasons:

1. Lack of a date feature, I love a date feature on all my watches.

2. The fact that the SS version is still very difficult to find is a big "turn off" for me. I only expect that whole scenario with vintage watches, not modern...

3. I don't really find the chronograph feature useful for me personally or convenient for that matter. With the screw down pushers, its like I have to remove the watch just to use the chronograph feature which I dont want to do since it interrupts timekeeping purposes.

Felly Jr. · 19 June 2008, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robb

Daytona's are not my thing either. I have been lucky enough to get ahold of 3 SS Daytona's but they just dont smile at me.....So I flipped em!!!

I just got ahold of my fourth and I think I'm keepin' her.

I'd really hate to get rid of my Black Beauty.

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warren

The missing the date function makes me feel love and hate on it. It may eventually push me to buy a classic Tudor chorno version.

A pic of the classic 'Tudor Chorno'........

Steven79 · 19 June 2008, 11:09 AM

Id take one IF the AD ever calls me.. but yeah, Im not important or worthy enough to have one according to many AD's here in Houston.
but eh, they are okay.

I think I want one only because they are so rare. If they were readily available, I would never buy one.

-Steven

vjb.knife · 19 June 2008, 11:10 AM

I don't dislike them but they aren't my favorite chronographs. In fact the only Rolexes that I do like are Subs, Gmt's, SD's and Explorers. The others just don't interest me that much.

Felly Jr. · 19 June 2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stnmikita

A pic of the classic 'Tudor Chorno'........

Is that corn on the cob?

How can you turn down something as beautiful as this?

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steven79

Id take one IF the AD ever calls me.. but eh, they are okay.

I think I want one only because they are so rare. If they were readily available, I would never buy one.

-Steven

Props to you Steven for admitting that! We are a fickle and easily manipulated species.

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

Is that corn on the cob?

Indeed. Nothing personal Warren, it was just to easy! Please forgive me.

stnmikita · 19 June 2008, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by taylor

am i missing something here?

Sorry Taylor,

I should have clarified. I enjoy seeing the long second hand sweeping at all times. Having a chrono engaged constantly would be the only way to see this on the Daytona as far as I know. Probably not good for the watch?

RW16610 · 19 June 2008, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warren

The missing the date function makes me feel love and hate on it. It may eventually push me to buy a classic Tudor chorno version.

Here is another one I found a long time ago on the internet

Felly Jr. · 19 June 2008, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stnmikita

Sorry Taylor,

Having a chrono engaged constantly would be the only way to see this on the Daytona as far as I know. Probably not good for the watch?

To my knowledge it won't hurt it a bit.

19 June 2008, 10:36 AM	#1
stnmikita "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: East Coast Posts: 254	Dare I say it?...I don't like Daytonas I just don't. I know that sounds like Rolex Forum blasphemy. Since the day I started admiring the Rolex line I have been amazed at the following and esteem that the Daytona seems to inspire. There are folks in these forums that would pawn their own grandmother to get their hands on an SS Daytona but I have never understood why. I've looked at pictures, held a couple of TTs, even tried one on and I have to confess, I JUST DO NOT GET IT. Do any other Rolex fans exist that don't like the Daytona or am I on the island by myself? The upside however is that there is one less person out there competing for them. Whew. It felt good to get that off my chest. Ok,...........flame away! Attached Images

19 June 2008, 10:42 AM	#5
pwrslider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: SF BAY AREA CA Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 3,047	yeah, ok...me too... __________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner (95) Rolex SS GMT IIc (08) Rolex GMT II 16710 COKE (08 for me..) Rolex Explorer II Blk (91) Breitling SuperOcean Steelfish (07) Panerai 104 & 177ti ( 04/03)

19 June 2008, 10:43 AM	#7
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	I love the Daytona. Best looking chrono out there and not a bad movement to boot too :) __________________ Adam

19 June 2008, 10:45 AM	#11
Rolexitis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Earth Watch: 114060 Posts: 3,203	I have to admit that I'm with you Brian. I just don't get that feeling like I do when I look at my Sub or a TOG or a GMTetc.. I'm not a chrono fan I guess, but I'll probably never purchase any model Daytona __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

19 June 2008, 11:03 AM	#19
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19 June 2008, 10:40 AM	#2
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Different strokes for different folks. I enjoy my SS but it's not my favorite.

19 June 2008, 10:40 AM	#3
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	For $7,900 I could have grown to love one...For $9,200, I cannot. They are beautiful but they don't make me swoon. Just my 2 cents.

19 June 2008, 10:41 AM	#4
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	Hey Allen...you spelled your name wrong

19 June 2008, 10:43 AM	#6
Haole Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 53	Not my taste at all, like many other rolex watches actually. If it isn't a GMT, Sea Dweller or Submariner I'm not interested. I can fully appreciate the art of what they are but I'd never pay money for one.

19 June 2008, 10:45 AM	#10
Warren Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Warren Location: Hong Kong Watch: GMT IIc Posts: 132	The missing the date function makes me feel love and hate on it. It may eventually push me to buy a classic Tudor chorno version.

19 June 2008, 10:46 AM	#12
taylor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: StL Posts: 447	to each, his own originally, the only rolex i liked was the white-dialed daytona. i never saw myself wearing a watch which had a black dial. however, after spending some time on this forum, i'm afraid i am going to have to have the daytona, LV, and IIC.

19 June 2008, 10:50 AM	#13
stnmikita "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: East Coast Posts: 254	As background, I find the long sweeping hand of a Rolex to be one of my favorite features. The absence of that is a big detraction for me.

19 June 2008, 10:50 AM	#14
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,203	The Daytona is a great watch for sure but nothing on my list for anytime soon at all. Strongly prefer things like the GMT Master IIc, Submariner etc. it would be 3rd on my list in that case. For the person that absolutely needs one and it makes them smile then it is well worth the marked up price (to them probably). GMT has a feature that for me would be of more use. Chronograph is a VERY good tool to have but from my past owning Chronograph watchs it was never used.... The tachymeter feature is to me a cool thing but more a novelty. To calculate average speed or what not. Could never see myself in a car going "Hmmm... wonder how fast i'm going, AH I know let me use the tachymeter on my watch" but that is just me. The Daytona is an EXCELLENT all around watch. Looks perfect for dressing up or in jeans and a t-shirt. My passion is for the more prescious metals such as the 18K Yellow Gold model. As stated above it is 3rd on my list but can never see myself paying the asking price for a SS model.

19 June 2008, 10:57 AM	#16
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I personally find that I have reached a point in my life were if I am not going to use something, I don't buy it. The chrono function is just not something I want to spend my hard earned money on, the SS white Daytona is a good looking watch, but I cannot justify spending that much money on a watch just for the heck if it. I think marriage and 3 kids has really changed my outlook on what is important to me, I can still wear a nice sub on my wrist and not take away from money that I could spend on my family.

19 June 2008, 10:58 AM	#17
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	Never liked or wanted one and then; last Christmas the wife bought me one. You can decide why I like it now, but I do. Here's a picture for reference.

19 June 2008, 11:00 AM	#18
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	Brian, I'm not gonna flame you but you can reconcile yourself by putting your name on an AD waiting list and then if it ever becomes available simply let one of our fine Forum members here have the opportunity to buy it.

19 June 2008, 11:04 AM	#20
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,351	Wow when I viewed this thread, there were 15 or so other members viewing it at the same time. I'm sorry to say this but....I'm personally not really fond of the Daytona for a few reasons: 1. Lack of a date feature, I love a date feature on all my watches. 2. The fact that the SS version is still very difficult to find is a big "turn off" for me. I only expect that whole scenario with vintage watches, not modern... 3. I don't really find the chronograph feature useful for me personally or convenient for that matter. With the screw down pushers, its like I have to remove the watch just to use the chronograph feature which I dont want to do since it interrupts timekeeping purposes. __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

19 June 2008, 11:09 AM	#23
Steven79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Steven Location: Houston Watch: Sub Posts: 1,175	Id take one IF the AD ever calls me.. but yeah, Im not important or worthy enough to have one according to many AD's here in Houston. but eh, they are okay. I think I want one only because they are so rare. If they were readily available, I would never buy one. -Steven

19 June 2008, 11:10 AM	#24
vjb.knife Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Vince Location: Pittsburgh, PA Watch: Rolex Sub & GMTIIC Posts: 626	I am with you I don't dislike them but they aren't my favorite chronographs. In fact the only Rolexes that I do like are Subs, Gmt's, SD's and Explorers. The others just don't interest me that much.

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