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dddrees · 1 March 2011, 08:50 PM

I know alot of people complain about Daytonas and it lacking a date. On a day like today this is the very reason I like my Daytona. No need to reset the date.

johnbeth · 1 March 2011, 09:04 PM

u are so right!! enjoy!!

HL65 · 1 March 2011, 09:24 PM

I do not know why anyone would complain. The Daytona back in the 60-80's was not a big seller for Rolex and was produced in very low quantities-and was unpopular. It has never had the date and they are still making! If people want a date they should buy another watch! It is perfect as is--Enjoy it and who cares what anyone else thinks as long as you like looking at her on your wrist!! Cheers!!

Dan Pierce · 1 March 2011, 10:28 PM

dP

Rolexavidfan · 1 March 2011, 10:43 PM

I also prefer a no date Daytona. It works well IMO based on the current dial size.

bellvederecar · 1 March 2011, 10:55 PM

I agree, it drives me nuts always having to reset dates etc!

moby33 · 2 March 2011, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by bellvederecar

I agree, it drives me nuts always having to reset dates etc!

I realize I'm probably the opposite of most on this thread, but I personally HATE months that are 31 days as it means I DON'T get to mess w/ the date function on my watch. I'm one of "those guys" that won't bring himself to owning a Daytona because of the dateless feature.

I'm the type that loves to work the action of the screw-in crown on a monthly basis as it gives me yet another moment to admire the craftsmanship & quality of my watch.

Sorry guys...but a Daytona-Date option will ALWAYS sound like a good alternative to me!

Dan Pierce · 1 March 2011, 11:00 PM

Come on guys! Hell, it ain't that much trouble to make the occasional small adjustment.

They don't call it quickset for nothing.

dP

dddrees · 2 March 2011, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Come on guys! Hell, it ain't that much trouble to make the occasional small adjustment.

They don't call it quickset for nothing.

dP

This is quicker than quickset. No Set Required.

Dan Pierce · 2 March 2011, 05:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

This is quicker than quickset. No Set Required.

Faster than you can access your pushers!

In fact, why don't you come down to our KY GTG in April and we'll see who's quicker, Dan?

dP

rmfnla · 2 March 2011, 07:05 AM

The pushers that you can't use in the water..?

dddrees · 2 March 2011, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Faster than you can access your pushers!

In fact, why don't you come down to our KY GTG in April and we'll see who's quicker, Dan?

dP

Dan, I saw your GTG, and truly I'd like nothing better than to come down. I have a previous comittment on the 7th in Chicago so I am trying to see what I can do.

If it works out the dual of pushers should take place at high noon!!!

Speed · 1 March 2011, 11:08 PM

Yup...on days like today the Daytona's $10,400 msrp really seems like a bargain!

Hahahhaha JK

mitchy · 1 March 2011, 11:11 PM

nyfida · 2 March 2011, 12:07 AM

Who cares of the price now that I have one. Hopefully becoming more expensive in future. Having no date and and the extra power reserve works for me as I don't wear mine daily. When I wear mine the date doesn't matter.

brettpaul · 2 March 2011, 12:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

I know alot of people complain about Daytonas and it lacking a date. On a day like today this is the very reason I like my Daytona. No need to reset the date.

X2!!!

Love my Daytona and if you need the date look at your phone!!

phelix_da_kat · 2 March 2011, 01:03 AM

Putting a date would spoil the asthetics of the dial... There's just enough "busy" there without being too busy if you know what I mean. I can stare at it all day.

I do like the Tudors, especially a panda with black bezel, but would still have a Daytona as my first choice.

PS: Omega did a pretty good job on their chrono/date http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=2306269

smallcandle · 2 March 2011, 01:24 AM

Yeah, that 30 seconds it took me to change the date on my sub this morning was awful!

SaddleSC · 2 March 2011, 01:52 AM

The Daytona is a beautiful watch...however, I am not sure I am buying your logic. It takes me about 15 seconds every OTHER month to change the date on my Sea Dweller. When I had my 14060M, I used to lose more time than that every single day instinctively checking for the date and then discovering that it wasn't there!

dddrees · 2 March 2011, 05:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Come on guys! Hell, it ain't that much trouble to make the occasional small adjustment.

They don't call it quickset for nothing.

dP

Quote:

Originally Posted by smallcandle

Yeah, that 30 seconds it took me to change the date on my sub this morning was awful!

Quote:

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

The Daytona is a beautiful watch...however, I am not sure I am buying your logic. It takes me about 15 seconds every OTHER month to change the date on my Sea Dweller. When I had my 14060M, I used to lose more time than that every single day instinctively checking for the date and then discovering that it wasn't there!

Just having a little fun.

tdnt · 2 March 2011, 03:03 AM

I actually enjoy changing the date. Just an excuse to play with my watches every now and then.

sea-dweller · 2 March 2011, 03:06 AM

Looks great, I can get my date from my IPhone or Blackberry anyway!

PHDX2 · 2 March 2011, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

I know alot of people complain about Daytonas and it lacking a date. On a day like today this is the very reason I like my Daytona. No need to reset the date.

Very true!

tkc324 · 2 March 2011, 05:19 AM

Yep... can not agree with you more...

Puffy · 2 March 2011, 07:07 AM

so true my friend

Cabaiguan · 2 March 2011, 07:49 AM

On my Speedie, I just set the chrono seconds hand to the minute marker corresponding to the date. No problem. Next day I depress the pusher...one more tick and stop. Works for me.

Jason71 · 2 March 2011, 08:05 AM

I definitely like wearing all of my no-date Rolex watches. (5513, 14060M, and 116400). It really isn't that hard to remember the date

leviathanml · 2 March 2011, 10:44 AM

The closest thing to a daytona date is a Tudor Chrono. No thanks. I'll keep my daytona no-date.

leviathanml · 2 March 2011, 10:44 AM

That said I do like the Tudor Heritage Chrono. Stunning...

1 March 2011, 08:50 PM	#1
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	The Daytona is so Convenient I know alot of people complain about Daytonas and it lacking a date. On a day like today this is the very reason I like my Daytona. No need to reset the date. Attached Images __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

1 March 2011, 09:24 PM	#3
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	I do not know why anyone would complain. The Daytona back in the 60-80's was not a big seller for Rolex and was produced in very low quantities-and was unpopular. It has never had the date and they are still making! If people want a date they should buy another watch! It is perfect as is--Enjoy it and who cares what anyone else thinks as long as you like looking at her on your wrist!! Cheers!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

1 March 2011, 10:28 PM	#4
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1 March 2011, 11:00 PM	#8
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Come on guys! Hell, it ain't that much trouble to make the occasional small adjustment. They don't call it quickset for nothing. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

2 March 2011, 07:05 AM	#11
rmfnla "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Richard Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: TT DJ Posts: 4,456	The pushers that you can't use in the water..? __________________ Today, I believe my jurisdiction ends here... Lug Hole Lover®

1 March 2011, 09:04 PM	#2
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	u are so right!! enjoy!!

1 March 2011, 10:43 PM	#5
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,571	I also prefer a no date Daytona. It works well IMO based on the current dial size.

1 March 2011, 10:55 PM	#6
bellvederecar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: d Location: boston Watch: all Posts: 324	I agree, it drives me nuts always having to reset dates etc!

1 March 2011, 11:08 PM	#13
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Yup...on days like today the Daytona's $10,400 msrp really seems like a bargain! Hahahhaha JK

1 March 2011, 11:11 PM	#14
mitchy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Mitch Location: . Watch: 116710LN Posts: 2,495	__________________ Time you enjoy wasting, was not wasted John Lennon

2 March 2011, 12:07 AM	#15
nyfida "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: new york Posts: 539	Who cares of the price now that I have one. Hopefully becoming more expensive in future. Having no date and and the extra power reserve works for me as I don't wear mine daily. When I wear mine the date doesn't matter.

2 March 2011, 01:03 AM	#17
phelix_da_kat "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: UK Watch: 16520 Posts: 351	Putting a date would spoil the asthetics of the dial... There's just enough "busy" there without being too busy if you know what I mean. I can stare at it all day. I do like the Tudors, especially a panda with black bezel, but would still have a Daytona as my first choice. PS: Omega did a pretty good job on their chrono/date http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=2306269

2 March 2011, 01:24 AM	#18
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	Yeah, that 30 seconds it took me to change the date on my sub this morning was awful! __________________ Things got out of control and I had to stab a clown...

2 March 2011, 01:52 AM	#19
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	The Daytona is a beautiful watch...however, I am not sure I am buying your logic. It takes me about 15 seconds every OTHER month to change the date on my Sea Dweller. When I had my 14060M, I used to lose more time than that every single day instinctively checking for the date and then discovering that it wasn't there! __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

2 March 2011, 03:03 AM	#21
tdnt Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: UAE Watch: GMT Master iic Posts: 121	I actually enjoy changing the date. Just an excuse to play with my watches every now and then.

2 March 2011, 03:06 AM	#22
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Looks great, I can get my date from my IPhone or Blackberry anyway! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

2 March 2011, 05:19 AM	#24
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Yep... can not agree with you more...

2 March 2011, 07:07 AM	#25
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	so true my friend __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

2 March 2011, 07:49 AM	#26
Cabaiguan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Raf Location: NJ Watch: GMTII Posts: 2,155	On my Speedie, I just set the chrono seconds hand to the minute marker corresponding to the date. No problem. Next day I depress the pusher...one more tick and stop. Works for me.

2 March 2011, 08:05 AM	#27
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	I definitely like wearing all of my no-date Rolex watches. (5513, 14060M, and 116400). It really isn't that hard to remember the date __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

2 March 2011, 10:44 AM	#28
leviathanml "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 23	The closest thing to a daytona date is a Tudor Chrono. No thanks. I'll keep my daytona no-date.

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