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johnnyjazz · 9 June 2017, 12:32 PM

Go for it if the price difference is small as you say, i think the white gold with it,s sunray dial, larger case and better crown guard is at a totally different level, even if it was ss and not gold.

busytimmy · 9 June 2017, 12:35 PM

I prefer the SS Daytona and save WG for something else ;)

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Chadridv · 9 June 2017, 12:41 PM

I know it'll never be the same, but my SS 116500 on Everest strap certainly helps to quench my WG Oysterflex thirst!

PCL Oyster bracelet, Everest option and amazing white dial with black ring sub dials would make for an awesome pool of options.

Jaycnyp · 9 June 2017, 12:46 PM

Tough choice for me... I have yet to see a 500 in person in either color. In the non ceramic I would choose PM>TT>SS (I know I'm in the minority). In this case I would probably take the SS just for the bracelet.

RichM · 9 June 2017, 12:48 PM

I'm thinking about it. Just waiting to see how the WG looks and feels. If I like it, the 500 is gone.

Vaxe · 9 June 2017, 01:12 PM

I like the larger case on the WG, but prefer bracelet over rubber on a Daytona

Cru Jones · 9 June 2017, 01:22 PM

If that dial were on a bracelet one day, sure. Or go now for the WG blue dial.

Personally, if I had a black DaytonaC, I'd just stick with it. And maybe even stop hunting for the next one! ;-)

ap1 · 9 June 2017, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensui

I'd add.

Me2. You guys are way off, pm and panda takes the prize

watchucallit · 9 June 2017, 03:17 PM

WG all the way..

tyler1980 · 9 June 2017, 03:28 PM

WG for sure.

To me its the Oysterflex that makes the watch, that and how it looks with the dial. I was never a fan of Daytona until this, so for me its a no brainer. I would not buy it on a bracelet even if offered. Black strap, black bezel, black subdials.... its works so well together. Take away the strap and you lose something IMHO.

For sure, its a much tougher sell to existing Daytona fans although many still like it too. So if you loved the SS daytona, opinions will be mixed. If you didn't like the SS daytona this is the one.

BNA/LION · 9 June 2017, 04:07 PM

Yup!

rw2008 · 9 June 2017, 07:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vaxe

I like the larger case on the WG, but prefer bracelet over rubber on a Daytona

How much larger is the case?

tyler1980 · 9 June 2017, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rw2008

How much larger is the case?

slightly... but it is noticeable.

Look at the 400 mark on the bezel and follow it out to the case edge. The WG has noticeable case material continuing from where the bezel stops the SS does not.

RMC12 · 9 June 2017, 07:14 PM

For me it is either WG Oysterflex or no Daytona. Not really considering the SS as not really bothered about waiting for 2 years to get one and certainly not paying above RRP!

I'll be trying the WG on in a couple of weeks so will know then if it is as good as it looks in the pics. If not, it might be time to pick up the BLRO?!?!

tyler1980 · 9 June 2017, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RMC12

For me it is either WG Oysterflex or no Daytona. Not really considering the SS as not really bothered about waiting for 2 years to get one and certainly not paying above RRP!

I'll be trying the WG on in a couple of weeks so will know then if it is as good as it looks in the pics. If not, it might be time to pick up the BLRO?!?!

Its even better in person than in pics, you won't be disappointed. Its WG on oysterflex or no daytona for me too

superstarmar · 9 June 2017, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRolexKingofLV

If I could have only one of the two...id keep the 116500 SS

Don't get me wrong, that WG is a stunner that's also on my list.

Couldn't agree more...

Racerdj · 9 June 2017, 08:18 PM

SS white dial is the one.

ragingcao · 9 June 2017, 08:47 PM

WG or any other PM without hesitation. Option of leather or Oysterflex seals the deal

joli160 · 9 June 2017, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

slightly... but it is noticeable.

Look at the 400 mark on the bezel and follow it out to the case edge. The WG has noticeable case material continuing from where the bezel stops the SS does not.

Thanks for pointing out, never noticed this before

Devildog · 9 June 2017, 09:23 PM

I'd do it having both tried the WG yesterday and having owned the RG daytona C. I prefer the slightly larger case and crown guards. The dial on the WG is stunning if not the easiest to read.

Its an easy swap from OF to leather or other rubber straps if you fancied a change - lots of options

brucethemanlee · 9 June 2017, 09:49 PM

SS all the way

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1William · 9 June 2017, 09:53 PM

If the WG was on a bracelet then it would be a consideration. I would be more inclined to look at the WG with the blue dial and bracelet.

tyler1980 · 9 June 2017, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1William

If the WG was on a bracelet then it would be a consideration. I would be more inclined to look at the WG with the blue dial and bracelet.

WG/ceramic bezel on a bracelet...thats what basel 2018 is for. So those not happy with the oysterflex can be happy too

AK797 · 9 June 2017, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

WG/ceramic bezel on a bracelet...thats what basel 2018 is for. So those not happy with the oysterflex can be happy too

Well we've been saying that since the first RG in 2011/12 so not holding my breath, Rolex seem very reluctant to put a gold ceramic Daytona on a bracelet.

AK797 · 9 June 2017, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

I'd probably get a leather strap made to use the OF deployant. Daytona on leather

I like the leather more on my RG, the WG is a much sportier proposition to my eye.

kappatxl · 10 June 2017, 12:33 AM

As some said SS is "smart money" but the WG subdials are to die for...

cda555 · 10 June 2017, 01:18 AM

I love that WG. Even so, it depends on how you dress. If you normally dress in a suit then the bracelet is a must. If you are a casual dresser, or it is a weekend watch, then the WG would be my pick.

///armin · 10 June 2017, 01:26 AM

Keep the SS and add the WG at some point, I wouldn't trade it.

9 June 2017, 12:41 PM	#33
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9 June 2017, 12:48 PM	#35
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,749	I'm thinking about it. Just waiting to see how the WG looks and feels. If I like it, the 500 is gone. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

9 June 2017, 04:07 PM	#41
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9 June 2017, 08:18 PM	#47
Racerdj 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Indianapolis Watch: Patek-Philippe Posts: 16,832	SS white dial is the one. __________________ Rolex and Patek Philippe

9 June 2017, 09:23 PM	#50
Devildog "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: UK Watch: ^^^ for now Posts: 5,797	I'd do it having both tried the WG yesterday and having owned the RG daytona C. I prefer the slightly larger case and crown guards. The dial on the WG is stunning if not the easiest to read. Its an easy swap from OF to leather or other rubber straps if you fancied a change - lots of options __________________ Past: 6239 (yes, I know...), 16610, 16600, 116515, 116613LN, 126600, 126711 CHNR Present: 16600, 116509, Cartier Santos Green.

9 June 2017, 12:32 PM	#31
johnnyjazz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: britain Posts: 712	Go for it if the price difference is small as you say, i think the white gold with it,s sunray dial, larger case and better crown guard is at a totally different level, even if it was ss and not gold.

9 June 2017, 12:35 PM	#32
busytimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 3,745	I prefer the SS Daytona and save WG for something else ;) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2017, 12:46 PM	#34
Jaycnyp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: Classified Watch: Addict Posts: 1,122	Tough choice for me... I have yet to see a 500 in person in either color. In the non ceramic I would choose PM>TT>SS (I know I'm in the minority). In this case I would probably take the SS just for the bracelet.

9 June 2017, 01:12 PM	#36
Vaxe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Austin TX Posts: 2,122	I like the larger case on the WG, but prefer bracelet over rubber on a Daytona

9 June 2017, 01:22 PM	#37
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,297	If that dial were on a bracelet one day, sure. Or go now for the WG blue dial. Personally, if I had a black DaytonaC, I'd just stick with it. And maybe even stop hunting for the next one! ;-)

9 June 2017, 03:17 PM	#39
watchucallit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: San Fran Posts: 2,218	WG all the way..

9 June 2017, 03:28 PM	#40
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	WG for sure. To me its the Oysterflex that makes the watch, that and how it looks with the dial. I was never a fan of Daytona until this, so for me its a no brainer. I would not buy it on a bracelet even if offered. Black strap, black bezel, black subdials.... its works so well together. Take away the strap and you lose something IMHO. For sure, its a much tougher sell to existing Daytona fans although many still like it too. So if you loved the SS daytona, opinions will be mixed. If you didn't like the SS daytona this is the one.

9 June 2017, 07:14 PM	#44
RMC12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: UK Watch: Smurf/Hulk/1680 Posts: 2,920	For me it is either WG Oysterflex or no Daytona. Not really considering the SS as not really bothered about waiting for 2 years to get one and certainly not paying above RRP! I'll be trying the WG on in a couple of weeks so will know then if it is as good as it looks in the pics. If not, it might be time to pick up the BLRO?!?!

9 June 2017, 08:47 PM	#48
ragingcao "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Tokyo Watch: cha talking about? Posts: 2,919	WG or any other PM without hesitation. Option of leather or Oysterflex seals the deal

9 June 2017, 09:49 PM	#51
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	SS all the way Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2017, 09:53 PM	#52
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	If the WG was on a bracelet then it would be a consideration. I would be more inclined to look at the WG with the blue dial and bracelet.

10 June 2017, 12:33 AM	#56
kappatxl "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tim Location: Austin, Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116500LN Posts: 33	As some said SS is "smart money" but the WG subdials are to die for...

10 June 2017, 01:18 AM	#57
cda555 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Watch: 126610LV and SMP Posts: 1,645	I love that WG. Even so, it depends on how you dress. If you normally dress in a suit then the bracelet is a must. If you are a casual dresser, or it is a weekend watch, then the WG would be my pick.

10 June 2017, 01:26 AM	#58
///armin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Armin Location: USA Posts: 533	Keep the SS and add the WG at some point, I wouldn't trade it.

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