Flip 126710 BLNR for Daytona 116500 ?

[Bybybmw]

I don't have either one. But the Daytona holds no interest for me due to hard to see the time and no date. That leaves the BLNR.

[rolexdd40yg]

Originally Posted by Largoshark

White or black dial, just out of curiosity?

Either way I'd say no, at least not at this time. The Daytona grey market prices are insane right now. You said it yourself...you'd have to add too much. You say "too much" because you know deep down that it's not worth the current asking price.

I've debated this myself quite a few times, and have always come to the same conclusion.

The white

[Jona]

There is nothing special about the Daytona. There are plenty around if you want to pay the inflated price. It is Internet hype that has elevated it to some elite status. I have owned 3 over the years. I would look in the safe and say, "Oooh I have a Daytona" shut the safe and wear a watch I enjoyed.

Those who love it and can get one for a price that suits you, great! Just don't buy it for the type.

[sgwatchguy]

If the spread is “too much”, you have answered your question.

Both are great watches, I wouldn’t pay more than retail for either, so that’s another consideration. If you paid retail for the BLNR, maybe wait till you get the Daytona for retail.

[hallidc]

Honestly hold onto the BLNR. I found the Daytona more comfortable but couldn't stand not having a date

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by rolexdd40yg

What would you do ? But the Daytona is not at MSRP

Negative

[AK797]

I prefer the D500 so I would sell the BLNR to get it, get the best prices you can ofc.

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by rolexdd40yg

Flip 126710 BLNR for Daytona 116500 ?
What would you do ?

I would decide whether I wanted a GMT watch or a chronograph

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by beshannon

I would decide whether I wanted a GMT watch or a chronograph

That’s exactly where I’d start as well

[Bluside]

I wouldn't. I'm a GMT guy. The Daytona does nothing for me.

I do have an Omega Speedmaster to fill the chronograph itch.

[blankapdx]

I would not pay over MSRP for any watch. I never think of my watch as a tool, Its more of a jewelry. If I needed a tool, I would use a phone or a smart watch.

[Anton911]

Originally Posted by RHIII

Depends on how much money I’d have to add, but yes. I’d do that deal if it was a reasonable cash delta. There is absolutely nothing special about the BLNR, or the Pepsi, or the Hulk.....The Daytona is a special watch - and has been for many years.

As far as the difficulty to tell time with it...I’ve never understood that angle. Maybe a visit to the eye dr is in order. To be perfectly honest, do we really ever not know what time it is? Cmon. It wears so small....is another one. People don’t wear luxury watches JUST to tell the time.

A great friend of my fathers - years ago (my father is a big Daytona collector (vintage mostly) told me - you don’t wear a Daytona to tell the time, you wear a Daytona to SHOW the time. Kinda douchey, pretty true.

Look, to each their own. You’ll get the multitude of answers here - along with many a Daytona “nay-sayer”. Most people who aren’t fans of the Daytona - just can’t get one - so they like bashing it.

Make the decision you like the best and are comfortable with.

Las paragraph so true.Because people can’t get the Daytona they chose to hate.If they had it would be the best watch,typical human nature.

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by rolexdd40yg

What would you do ? But the Daytona is not at MSRP

In a heartbeat.

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by beshannon

I would decide whether I wanted a GMT watch or a chronograph

You can track a second time zone on the 12 hr sub dial. In LA you start the chrono at 9 and it's now NYC time on your dial.

[Nairn1980]

Not for me

[jaisonline]

Great advice and comments. Plus a 16710 GMT Coke is my daily watch.

Originally Posted by RHIII

Depends on how much money I’d have to add, but yes. I’d do that deal if it was a reasonable cash delta. There is absolutely nothing special about the BLNR, or the Pepsi, or the Hulk.....The Daytona is a special watch - and has been for many years.

As far as the difficulty to tell time with it...I’ve never understood that angle. Maybe a visit to the eye dr is in order. To be perfectly honest, do we really ever not know what time it is? Cmon. It wears so small....is another one. People don’t wear luxury watches JUST to tell the time.

A great friend of my fathers - years ago (my father is a big Daytona collector (vintage mostly) told me - you don’t wear a Daytona to tell the time, you wear a Daytona to SHOW the time. Kinda douchey, pretty true.

Look, to each their own. You’ll get the multitude of answers here - along with many a Daytona “nay-sayer”. Most people who aren’t fans of the Daytona - just can’t get one - so they like bashing it.

Make the decision you like the best and are comfortable with.

[Spartacus]

I own both and would not part with either.

[travisb]

Nope. The GMT functions are much more useful. Also, if you got the BLNR at retail, I would not want to pay the big premium for the Daytona in the secondary market.

[Roli4life]

If you bought your Batgirl at MSRP you may be able to get a bit of a premium when you sell it. The Daytona is 23-24k now so your look at adding around 10k.

I’m guessing that you are not very likely to get one of these from your AD. So if the Daytona sings to you, consider the premium (2-3k?) the batgirl provides as a discount off of the market value on the Daytona.

[Token74]

I would straight swap my BLRO with a new 116500 and would perhaps be prepared to add £2k. But otherwise no.


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[Big Green]

116710BLNR was my first Rolex, and I love that watch. Nothing is easier to read, and I love the function when I travel. I just picked up the DaytonaC, and while I agree that it’s not nearly as legible.... I look down and think “damn, that’s a beautiful watch.” So I’m fine with the extra second to tell the time.

Keep the BLNR. Put the work in to your relationship with your AD, and wait for the DaytonaC at MSRP.

[2nastie]

OP needs to clarify how much he needs to add in order for us to determine whether the deal is fair or not.

Also, if you alluding to too much then you might already have your answer like another member has already said.

However, only you can determine if it's a fit for you. If you are getting market value on your BLNR and the Daytona is priced at market value than it's fair. Anything +/- one direction will lean it towards the other.

Originally Posted by Token74

I would straight swap my BLRO with a new 116500 and would perhaps be prepared to add £2k. But otherwise no.


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Now now... that's a bit of fairy tale statement in this market. You are basically paying the MSRP difference when clearly that is impossible feet. A used BLRO + £2k for brand new Daytona? Minus the fact that this is secondary market transaction...

[edyu]

Originally Posted by rolexdd40yg

What would you do ? But the Daytona is not at MSRP

If you never had the Daytona but fancy it, why not. No research would tell you more than actually owning it for a day. I have both gmt and Daytona and found that Daytona is more comfortable but difficult to use to tell time. The GMT is better in that regard but case is too bulky and I don't like the max case look.
In other words, do it if you prefer Daytona over gmt in a general sense.

[bonovox]

BLNR

[HODDS]

I have had my BLNR for 3 years. Got white Daytona last year. Both at retail. Blnr is definitely a more useable watch BUT the 115600 is such a beautiful watch. Two totally different watches. Cant go wrong with either

[steve099]

I like the Daytona but the no date is a deal breaker for me. Plus its hard to read.

As above, trade the BLNR and get a WG Pepsi with blue dial.

[Token74]

Originally Posted by 2nastie

Now now... that's a bit of fairy tale statement in this market. You are basically paying the MSRP difference when clearly that is impossible feet. A used BLRO + £2k for brand new Daytona? Minus the fact that this is secondary market transaction...

Good point. Which is why I haven’t made the trade, because it ain’t gonna be possible! But, my statement remains true!



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