Black ceramic daytona is much better than white

[JRell]

Originally Posted by arche3

I know. that is why I posted this thread. confused? what changed it?

The black ceramic bezel was the change. The older black dial contrasted the steel more. The white dial contrasts more with the black ceramic bezel more, it just pops. Black dial with ceramic bezel does make the watch look larger, just doesn’t have that pop as much as the white. Pretty much that simple.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by jamesthejeweller

I think the nick name "TIE" fighter works for this reference. A few other people call it by this name, but I don't think it's a widely accepted nickname, but I'll take the credit if it catches on!Attachment 1285219

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Originally Posted by arche3

wait is the "Tie Fighter". the black dial? I love that nickname.

Or the black dial can be the "Darth Vader"

It was Timeless Watch Channel that first quoted “Tie Fighter”

https://youtu.be/Me7LTdJNBMc


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[jamesthejeweller]

Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

It was Timeless Watch Channel that first quoted “Tie Fighter”

https://youtu.be/Me7LTdJNBMc


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Oisin did use the nickname a while ago, but it was used, long, long before that video, he wasn't the first.

There was even a company making a TIE fighter watch stand back in 2017, so it may have spawned from there. But like I say, it's a nickname that has been banded around for a while.

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[Norbert]

I agree, the reason is contrast. With the black face and black bezel, it reads as one giant circle.

[arche3]

So actually then imo the black is better. As the daytona wears as a 38-39mm watch. So with black it is visually a 40mm watch. Perfect size.

I've seen both ceramics and prefer the black as well.

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[JRell]

Originally Posted by arche3

So actually then imo the black is better. As the daytona wears as a 38-39mm watch. So with black it is visually a 40mm watch. Perfect size.

I've seen both ceramics and prefer the black as well.

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I think I actually agree, but as I said earlier would take either one that I can get, they are great looking watches and iconic regardless.

[franktehtank]

Originally Posted by arche3

I know. that is why I posted this thread. confused? what changed it?

Sorry I wasn't clear, I was just voicing my preference. I like the ceramic black dial Daytona, but I think the white just looks sharper and more striking. I have multiple black dial Rolex watches, so also prefer the white on the Daytona for something different.

For the pre ceramic Daytonas, I just think the white dial looks washed out with the steel bezel. Black ceramic bezel fixed that for me. To be honest, I'm not a big fan of the pre ceramic Daytonas in general.

[Oyster Al]

Old news for the initiated. Everybody knows 2 things. IRL the black looks better AND the white is just more legendary. I love both for those reasons.

[IamJacky]

I prefer the 116520 in black and 116500LN in white dial, but it's just my personal preference, mostly because of the contrast between the bezel/dial/sub-dials. I wouldn't go so far to say one is "much" better than the other though.

[shirtguy]

Those that say the black is better are the ones that couldn't get the white

[Mystro]

I prefer the White SS Daytona. Both have their own personalities.

[ralpie]

Originally Posted by arche3

In all the previous generations of daytona the black seemed more favored. And now the white is. I think the black is still superior and the white dial fascination is just a fad.

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The Zenith Chronograph El Primero sport or whatever that watch is called is superior to both in movement and in value. You can buy White, Black and a Rolex Air King, and have money left over for a fully paid summer trip to Portugal.

Diverta-te!

[cornerstore]

I had a Black Daytona 500, couldn’t read the dial under most lighting conditions. Seemed pointless to keep a watch that couldn’t be quickly read. I have a White 520 and never any issues reading the dial. To me a watch is an Instrument for telling time not a fashion statement. But that’s me,seems a lot of people today lean towards the fashion statement over functionality in the watch industry. Which is better ? No right answers there , just what works for you.

[TheWatchmen]

I like red apples more than green apples. Isn’t that great everyone?

[JRell]

Originally Posted by shirtguy

Those that say the black is better are the ones that couldn't get the white

I mean that is not necessarily true - I am going back and forth on it now. I always want an all black watch to have, so if I give my son my 124060 someday I would want the black dial. It all depends. My AD said the white dial is harder to get but they are both hard to get.

[gold&black]

Of the two the black dial is easier to get than the white, at least in the UK.

[JohnTz]

They are both beautiful. Have to own both and wear the one that matches your outfit that day.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by arche3

In all the previous generations of daytona the black seemed more favored. And now the white is. I think the black is still superior and the white dial fascination is just a fad.



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Both versions are stunning pieces.



I think the white dial version photographs better than the black. In person, I actually like the sleekness of the black better than the white (which appears a bit "flat" to me). Having said that, I do not really like white dialed watches and prefer black and blue dialed watches ... so, take my opinion as just that, my opinion.



The best summary to me is...



The white dial Daytona is prettier and more classic (vintage) looking.



The black dial Daytona is sexier and more modern looking.



The black dial definitely has a Darth Vader mystic to it ;)

[DonLee]

Originally Posted by arche3

In all the previous generations of daytona the black seemed more favored. And now the white is. I think the black is still superior and the white dial fascination is just a fad.

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the white is more popular because it's more easily recognised from a distance, and you know, the whole point of wearing a luxury watch (for a lot of people) is to let people know, you are wearing a luxury watch.

other than that, I do think the black is a better watch.

[cryptowalkway]

Originally Posted by padi56

Opinions are just that opinions.

Rolex these days are seen as nothing more than money and investments. Not like it was in my day - the good old days

[cryptowalkway]

Originally Posted by shirtguy

Those that say the black is better are the ones that couldn't get the white

Haha. Spot on

[nachopc]

Originally Posted by Madman37

the black is much better than the white agreed. But the black will never hit 100k even in 50years

Based on what you are saying black will be 92k ?


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[Anton911]

Originally Posted by arche3

In all the previous generations of daytona the black seemed more favored. And now the white is. I think the black is still superior and the white dial fascination is just a fad.

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Who cares.No quality content in this thread,about as exciting as a steaming dog turd.

[Vesper Lynd]

Everyone has their own opinion, and they are all correct.

[xjeeunitx]

116500LN is white. 116520 is black. 16520 is white. =)

[Shaitan]

White all the way, if you have the standard Subs, GMT you have enough black. Only white dial a Rolex I own and would buy. Looks fresh in the sun


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[arche3]

Originally Posted by Anton911

Who cares.No quality content in this thread,about as exciting as a steaming dog turd.

Bro. This ENTIRE forum has no quality content. Lol.

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[WilsdorfNDavis]

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by gold&black

Of the two the black dial is easier to get than the white, at least in the UK.

Same in the States by a comfortable margin.

[arche3]

Originally Posted by WilsdorfNDavis

That's because I am an expert in watches. So this place is useless except for fun.

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