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Londonrolex · 21 March 2021, 06:52 AM

It’s to a Daytona, what a cayman is to a 911

Cru Jones · 21 March 2021, 06:56 AM

Many great arguments for the Zenith. But for some (including me) a Daytona will always be a Daytona. Nothing wrong with that, IMHO.

Lol-x · 21 March 2021, 06:59 AM

Well given the unattainability of the Daytona, the Zenith is an alternative, but unfortunately it doesn't really light my fire

nachopc · 21 March 2021, 07:14 AM

They made it very similar to the original.

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Seaswirl · 21 March 2021, 07:27 AM

For those that complain the Daytona’s dial is too busy, the Zenith must be seizure inducing.

Benzsiam · 21 March 2021, 07:27 AM

Looks awesome but not quite as gorgeous as Daytona.

I think if the 3 sub-dials not overlap and are the same color would looks better.

gnuyork · 21 March 2021, 08:25 AM

Nope. I like the Daytona much better, and I don't even like the Daytona (ceramic).

doramas · 21 March 2021, 09:30 AM

This is a perfect mix

Daytona Zenith 16520.
My favourite Daytona.

ap1 · 21 March 2021, 09:43 AM

Crazy talk. I’ll take D5

gnuyork · 21 March 2021, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doramas

This is a perfect mix

Daytona Zenith 16520.
My favourite Daytona.

There we go

Talbel · 21 March 2021, 11:09 AM

I passed on the Daytona twice and bought this immediately. Better movement and to me a far better size and more interesting dial. I got it in black and couldn’t be happier.

samson66 · 21 March 2021, 11:24 AM

The Zenith fixed a lot of things I don't like about the Daytona. Larger case, date function, display case back, and more legible. Love it!

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unknown · 21 March 2021, 05:52 PM

you don't have to 'like' it better than the daytona.

IT IS BETTER, If that movement was in the Daytona it would have a 18.000 USD list price.
In the Zenith it's even slightly cheaper than the Daytona with a less impressive movement ... only 1 reason ...

Marketing bullshit and the fact many less informed clients only buy the watch that has a specific name on the dial

ChetBaker · 21 March 2021, 06:46 PM

This. PVP the zenith blows the rolex out of the water. Unless you’re on “insta” and feel the need to justify your existence to the people around you by wearing a slab of steel with 5 letters printed on it.

sgwatchguy · 21 March 2021, 07:19 PM

Hard pass. It’ll always be “not a Daytona” on the wrist.

subtona · 21 March 2021, 08:25 PM

Fantastic watch.
Prefer the absence of a date window, especially on a chrono.

ChetBaker · 21 March 2021, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sgwatchguy

Hard pass. It’ll always be “not a Daytona” on the wrist.

How is that a bad thing if the Daytona cannot be had anyway?

brandrea · 21 March 2021, 10:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subtona

Fantastic watch.
Prefer the absence of a date window, especially on a chrono.

I agree with you on that point Gus.

Otherwise, a fantastic watch in a lot of respects. I’m looking forward to seeing one in real life

zengineer · 21 March 2021, 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sgwatchguy

Hard pass. It’ll always be “not a Daytona” on the wrist.

But thats because you want a Rolex Daytona. Its like faulting a Navigator for not being a Cadillac.

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Goin2drt · 21 March 2021, 10:41 PM

At current “market prices” you can’t even compare the two. Hands down the far better watch is the Zenith. A $35k Daytona to a sub $10k is a no brainer. Even at the same price one could say the Zenith movement could be better but at the market price no comparison.

sgwatchguy · 21 March 2021, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zengineer

But thats because you want a Rolex Daytona. Its like faulting a Navigator for not being a Cadillac.

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The closer analogy would be the Landwind X7 to the RR Evoque.

Knappo 1307 · 21 March 2021, 11:16 PM

I like everything but the date window.

samson66 · 22 March 2021, 01:05 AM

I think anyone who is buying this simply because they cannot acquire a Daytona is making a mistake and will eventually wind up selling it

Buy this watch because you like this watch, not as a substitute

Personally I'm not interested in a Daytona but I love this Zenith. The black in particular is a stunner.

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1William · 22 March 2021, 01:06 AM

I think the Zenith is a cool watch but is a watch that stands on its own. Comparisons naturally follow based on the appearance and Zenith's history with Rolex. The Zenith could be a fun watch and one I will look at when the prices calm down and a significant number hit the pre-owned market.

ChetBaker · 22 March 2021, 01:39 AM

You know Zenith did something right when the Rolex crowd feel the need to defend their precious Daytona. Nothing wrong with the Daytona or Rolex in general, they’re very good watches at RRP, but some in here badly need a reality check. At current market prices no one in their right mind should take the Daytona over the Zenith. In fact, if I had 30k to spend i’d take the Zenith AND an Overseas and know I did very well.

ts3 · 22 March 2021, 01:50 AM

No Daytona fan but the Zenith doesn't work for me for its 4:30 date. I like to have a date but prefer no date over any 4:30 date.

JR16 · 22 March 2021, 01:51 AM

The new zenith is nice but personally I wouldn’t choose it over the Daytona at retail. Things that I don’t like about the zenith compared to the Daytona: bigger, thicker , not as good proportions, date window at 4p, overlapping and multi-colored sundials, inferior bracelet/clasp. As far as the movement goes , rolex Daytona had a decent PR and is +/- 2 seconds, which is good enough for me .

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unknown · 22 March 2021, 04:49 AM

If in another world the Daytona would have a market value close to list and the zenith would sell with a 100% premium

EVERYBODY would want the zenith

All the rest is bullshit

Unfortunately way to many so called collectors want the hot pieces and that’s it.

Today you can contre a Bulgari shop and buy an octo finissimo.
If one day that octo would become as popular as a nautilus or Royal Oak, it would also have a 5 year waitlist and people will complain they can’t get one and it’s not fair.

5 years ago nobody wanted a Journe elegante. Today price X2 and 4 year waitlist
And now a lot of people want the elegante
The Journe CB was easy to get with a discount 6 years ago
Today price X2 and suddenly everyone wants one... 7 Year waitlist

Honestly... I’m sick and tired hearing that bullshit over and over again.
Stop buying what everyone wants, don’t be a sheep, don’t follow the crowd.

Miker86 · 22 March 2021, 08:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChetBaker

You know Zenith did something right when the Rolex crowd feel the need to defend their precious Daytona. Nothing wrong with the Daytona or Rolex in general, they’re very good watches at RRP, but some in here badly need a reality check. At current market prices no one in their right mind should take the Daytona over the Zenith. In fact, if I had 30k to spend i’d take the Zenith AND an Overseas and know I did very well.

Absolutely this.

Easy E · 22 March 2021, 10:01 AM

I just picked up a black Chronomaster. I like it in every way possible more than the Daytona.

21 March 2021, 06:59 AM	#33
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	Well given the unattainability of the Daytona, the Zenith is an alternative, but unfortunately it doesn't really light my fire __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

21 March 2021, 07:27 AM	#36
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,001	Looks awesome but not quite as gorgeous as Daytona. I think if the 3 sub-dials not overlap and are the same color would looks better. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

21 March 2021, 05:52 PM	#43
unknown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 2,872	you don't have to 'like' it better than the daytona. IT IS BETTER, If that movement was in the Daytona it would have a 18.000 USD list price. In the Zenith it's even slightly cheaper than the Daytona with a less impressive movement ... only 1 reason ... Marketing bullshit and the fact many less informed clients only buy the watch that has a specific name on the dial __________________ Instagram : @collectible_watches

21 March 2021, 07:19 PM	#45
sgwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: KP Jimmy Location: Singapore Watch: R/AP/FPJ/Hermès/et Posts: 6,597	I like it better than the Daytona Hard pass. It’ll always be “not a Daytona” on the wrist. __________________

21 March 2021, 08:25 PM	#46
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,596	Fantastic watch. Prefer the absence of a date window, especially on a chrono. __________________

21 March 2021, 06:52 AM	#31
Londonrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: London Posts: 90	It’s to a Daytona, what a cayman is to a 911

21 March 2021, 06:56 AM	#32
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,297	Many great arguments for the Zenith. But for some (including me) a Daytona will always be a Daytona. Nothing wrong with that, IMHO.

21 March 2021, 07:14 AM	#34
nachopc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Nash Location: Europe Watch: Rolex Only Posts: 1,579	They made it very similar to the original. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

21 March 2021, 07:27 AM	#35
Seaswirl "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 1,761	For those that complain the Daytona’s dial is too busy, the Zenith must be seizure inducing.

21 March 2021, 08:25 AM	#37
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,353	Nope. I like the Daytona much better, and I don't even like the Daytona (ceramic).

21 March 2021, 09:30 AM	#38
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	This is a perfect mix Daytona Zenith 16520. My favourite Daytona.

21 March 2021, 09:43 AM	#39
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	Crazy talk. I’ll take D5

21 March 2021, 11:09 AM	#41
Talbel "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Arizona Posts: 401	I passed on the Daytona twice and bought this immediately. Better movement and to me a far better size and more interesting dial. I got it in black and couldn’t be happier.

21 March 2021, 11:24 AM	#42
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,791	The Zenith fixed a lot of things I don't like about the Daytona. Larger case, date function, display case back, and more legible. Love it! Sent from my Galaxy S20 using Tapatalk

21 March 2021, 06:46 PM	#44
ChetBaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Europe Posts: 736	This. PVP the zenith blows the rolex out of the water. Unless you’re on “insta” and feel the need to justify your existence to the people around you by wearing a slab of steel with 5 letters printed on it.

21 March 2021, 10:41 PM	#50
Goin2drt Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,307	At current “market prices” you can’t even compare the two. Hands down the far better watch is the Zenith. A $35k Daytona to a sub $10k is a no brainer. Even at the same price one could say the Zenith movement could be better but at the market price no comparison.

21 March 2021, 11:16 PM	#52
Knappo 1307 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	I like everything but the date window.

22 March 2021, 01:05 AM	#53
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,791	I think anyone who is buying this simply because they cannot acquire a Daytona is making a mistake and will eventually wind up selling it Buy this watch because you like this watch, not as a substitute Personally I'm not interested in a Daytona but I love this Zenith. The black in particular is a stunner. Sent from my Galaxy S20 using Tapatalk

22 March 2021, 01:06 AM	#54
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	I think the Zenith is a cool watch but is a watch that stands on its own. Comparisons naturally follow based on the appearance and Zenith's history with Rolex. The Zenith could be a fun watch and one I will look at when the prices calm down and a significant number hit the pre-owned market.

22 March 2021, 01:39 AM	#55
ChetBaker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Europe Posts: 736	You know Zenith did something right when the Rolex crowd feel the need to defend their precious Daytona. Nothing wrong with the Daytona or Rolex in general, they’re very good watches at RRP, but some in here badly need a reality check. At current market prices no one in their right mind should take the Daytona over the Zenith. In fact, if I had 30k to spend i’d take the Zenith AND an Overseas and know I did very well.

22 March 2021, 01:50 AM	#56
ts3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Europe Posts: 3,516	No Daytona fan but the Zenith doesn't work for me for its 4:30 date. I like to have a date but prefer no date over any 4:30 date.

22 March 2021, 01:51 AM	#57
JR16 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 6,253	The new zenith is nice but personally I wouldn’t choose it over the Daytona at retail. Things that I don’t like about the zenith compared to the Daytona: bigger, thicker , not as good proportions, date window at 4p, overlapping and multi-colored sundials, inferior bracelet/clasp. As far as the movement goes , rolex Daytona had a decent PR and is +/- 2 seconds, which is good enough for me . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

22 March 2021, 04:49 AM	#58
unknown "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Europe Posts: 2,872	If in another world the Daytona would have a market value close to list and the zenith would sell with a 100% premium EVERYBODY would want the zenith All the rest is bullshit Unfortunately way to many so called collectors want the hot pieces and that’s it. Today you can contre a Bulgari shop and buy an octo finissimo. If one day that octo would become as popular as a nautilus or Royal Oak, it would also have a 5 year waitlist and people will complain they can’t get one and it’s not fair. 5 years ago nobody wanted a Journe elegante. Today price X2 and 4 year waitlist And now a lot of people want the elegante The Journe CB was easy to get with a discount 6 years ago Today price X2 and suddenly everyone wants one... 7 Year waitlist Honestly... I’m sick and tired hearing that bullshit over and over again. Stop buying what everyone wants, don’t be a sheep, don’t follow the crowd. __________________ Instagram : @collectible_watches

22 March 2021, 10:01 AM	#60
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,075	I just picked up a black Chronomaster. I like it in every way possible more than the Daytona.

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