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cdrii · 16 January 2012, 04:53 AM

Hello All:

My dilemma which Daytona, preowned V series for $10k, BNIB Z Series for $10.5k or BNIB random serial for $12k? This will not be an every day watch, but in a 4 watch rotation.

While I know I always run the risk of "Get the one that sings to you" or "its a personal choice", I really enjoy getting different perspectives. A lot of times there are very insightful comments that give me food for thought.

I know we each have different thresholds for purchasing new vs. preowned, For me, if I could get a preowned mint V series for somewhere in the 8.5 - 9k, I would jump on it.

Thanks in advance. I am really enjoying this hunt. I know now that the SS Black Dial Daytona is the one for me.

Grumpy Badger · 16 January 2012, 04:58 AM

For me it would be a no-brainer... BNIB for $500 more than second hand and $1500 less than the other BNIB. I couldn't give a damn about serial no's...

hsfrank · 16 January 2012, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy Badger

For me it would be a no-brainer... BNIB for $500 more than second hand and $1500 less than the other BNIB. I couldn't give a damn about serial no's...

Likewise. I think that the BNIB z is priced correctly.

dddrees · 16 January 2012, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by grumpy badger

for me it would be a no-brainer... Bnib for $500 more than second hand and $1500 less than the other bnib. I couldn't give a damn about serial no's...

x2

herbie911 · 16 January 2012, 07:22 AM

I will go for the v serial or random serial BNIB as the new clasp looks and feel much better made then the old one (Z-serial) If you fancy saving money but worries about fine scratches on the used v-serial it can easily get polish off by cape cod unless the scratches are deep.

Mickey® · 16 January 2012, 04:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdrii

Hello All:

My dilemma which Daytona, preowned V series for $10k, BNIB Z Series for $10.5k or BNIB random serial for $12k? This will not be an every day watch, but in a 4 watch rotation.

While I know I always run the risk of "Get the one that sings to you" or "its a personal choice", I really enjoy getting different perspectives. A lot of times there are very insightful comments that give me food for thought.

I know we each have different thresholds for purchasing new vs. preowned, For me, if I could get a preowned mint V series for somewhere in the 8.5 - 9k, I would jump on it.

Thanks in advance. I am really enjoying this hunt. I know now that the SS Black Dial Daytona is the one for me.

Given though choices I'd get the BNIB Z for 10.5. Don't know why that's just what looks good to me.

Lion · 16 January 2012, 05:13 AM

I would also spend the extra $500.00 and buy the BNIB option...nothing like being the first owner. And it doesn't matter to me which serial number or that it is an older model!!!

AJMarcus · 16 January 2012, 05:19 AM

What year is the Z? I thought they were 2007? Just would like to know because BNIB for a Z just rasiese some questions to me about where it's been for 5 years. Otherwise, great deal.

Rolex_Guru · 19 January 2012, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by AJMarcus

What year is the Z? I thought they were 2007? Just would like to know because BNIB for a Z just rasiese some questions to me about where it's been for 5 years. Otherwise, great deal.

This. It has been in a safe for 5 years ? I guess even though the watch has never been worn it's already due for a Rolex service ?

Art 1 · 16 January 2012, 05:20 AM

V or Z.

petesjag · 16 January 2012, 05:23 AM

Bnib z without a doubt....nothing like being the first owner..

1340jas · 16 January 2012, 05:27 AM

If I had the chance, I would save the 1500 and go for the BNIB. I have presumed all three are the same model and you won't have a dilema about dial colour etc.

1William · 16 January 2012, 05:36 AM

In the long run the money is not enough not to get the current nib Daytona. Just my thoughts.

T.S.Eliot · 16 January 2012, 05:46 AM

They are not the same. The random serial has the new clasp which is better than the previous one. The Z is an old clasp for sure but the V I'm not sure.

My choice would be a random serial for 11K or even a bit less.

Cheers,
K

Speed · 16 January 2012, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by tseliot

They are not the same. The random serial has the new clasp which is better than the previous one. The Z is an old clasp for sure but the V I'm not sure.

My choice would be a random serial for 11K or even a bit less.

Cheers,
K

I disagree. The older clasp with the hole is preferred by some folks and feels a little more secure - at least when I tried one one.

Puffy · 16 January 2012, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

I disagree. The older clasp with the hole is preferred by some folks and feels a little more secure - at least when I tried one one.

copy that - 78490 claps is MUCH MORE comfortable.

i have some for sale if anyone's keen?

general · 16 January 2012, 05:32 AM

I too prefer a new one for a few extra hundred dollars than a used one. unless if we are talking about a vintage piece.

Bangel · 16 January 2012, 05:35 AM

BNIB Z gets my vote. I always like to be the first owner and $500 in the context of these choices, for me anyway, is well worth the extra expenditure over the preowned. I appreciate that having a random serial number is appealing because it's the latest thing Rolex are doing, but I wouldn't spend extra for this. I can pretty safely say that a serial number has had no influence on my enjoyment of any product I've owned!

AJMarcus · 16 January 2012, 06:06 AM

I would go with the BNIB random serial. Should be about $11,300. It has the updated clasp which K noted. Imo This is a huge improvement.

RRGHOST1 · 16 January 2012, 07:10 AM

New one with the new clasp would be my choice.

VAWATCHGUY · 16 January 2012, 11:32 AM

BNIB z- no brainer to me

Bangel · 16 January 2012, 11:42 AM

Sorry, didn't realize the clasps were different! I based my earlier post on the 2 BNIB options as only differing in the non-random vs random serial numbers. I'd have to alter my opinion in that I'd go for the one with the clasp I thought was more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable (don't know as I haven't tried them). If this happened to be the random serial number one, then I would go for it. No point saving $1.5k if I'm buying something that doesn't suit me.

Rolexpilot · 16 January 2012, 12:23 PM

I'd go for a "P"

AJMarcus · 16 January 2012, 01:38 PM

Rolex Improvements are usually just that--improvements. I've owned both and believe the newer clasp is far superior and every bit as secure. It is the same clasp as the GMT II C. So surprised anyone would think it would be less secure. It is certainly more comfortable. And the cape cod cloths work wonderfully for surface scratches on the PCLs. But to each his own.

16 January 2012, 04:53 AM	#1
cdrii Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 133	preowned vs. BNIB Daytona Hello All: My dilemma which Daytona, preowned V series for $10k, BNIB Z Series for $10.5k or BNIB random serial for $12k? This will not be an every day watch, but in a 4 watch rotation. While I know I always run the risk of "Get the one that sings to you" or "its a personal choice", I really enjoy getting different perspectives. A lot of times there are very insightful comments that give me food for thought. I know we each have different thresholds for purchasing new vs. preowned, For me, if I could get a preowned mint V series for somewhere in the 8.5 - 9k, I would jump on it. Thanks in advance. I am really enjoying this hunt. I know now that the SS Black Dial Daytona is the one for me.

16 January 2012, 04:58 AM	#2
Grumpy Badger "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: Bonny Scotland Watch: 14060M Sub (cosc) Posts: 5,280	For me it would be a no-brainer... BNIB for $500 more than second hand and $1500 less than the other BNIB. I couldn't give a damn about serial no's... __________________ Don't mind me. I'm full of scotch, bitterness and impure thoughts! "You have enemies? Good! That means you stood up for something, sometime in your life." Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill KG, OM, CH, TD, PC, DL, FRS.

16 January 2012, 05:13 AM	#7
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I would also spend the extra $500.00 and buy the BNIB option...nothing like being the first owner. And it doesn't matter to me which serial number or that it is an older model!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

16 January 2012, 07:22 AM	#5
herbie911 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: united kingdom Posts: 445	I will go for the v serial or random serial BNIB as the new clasp looks and feel much better made then the old one (Z-serial) If you fancy saving money but worries about fine scratches on the used v-serial it can easily get polish off by cape cod unless the scratches are deep.

16 January 2012, 05:19 AM	#8
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,238	What year is the Z? I thought they were 2007? Just would like to know because BNIB for a Z just rasiese some questions to me about where it's been for 5 years. Otherwise, great deal.

16 January 2012, 05:20 AM	#10
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	V or Z.

16 January 2012, 05:23 AM	#11
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	Bnib z without a doubt....nothing like being the first owner..

16 January 2012, 05:27 AM	#12
1340jas "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: Wales Watch: SS Sub Date 'V' Posts: 199	If I had the chance, I would save the 1500 and go for the BNIB. I have presumed all three are the same model and you won't have a dilema about dial colour etc.

16 January 2012, 05:36 AM	#13
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	In the long run the money is not enough not to get the current nib Daytona. Just my thoughts.

16 January 2012, 05:46 AM	#14
T.S.Eliot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: K Location: KSA Watch: aholic Posts: 1,499	They are not the same. The random serial has the new clasp which is better than the previous one. The Z is an old clasp for sure but the V I'm not sure. My choice would be a random serial for 11K or even a bit less. Cheers, K

16 January 2012, 05:32 AM	#17
general "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Earth Posts: 723	I too prefer a new one for a few extra hundred dollars than a used one. unless if we are talking about a vintage piece.

16 January 2012, 05:35 AM	#18
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	BNIB Z gets my vote. I always like to be the first owner and $500 in the context of these choices, for me anyway, is well worth the extra expenditure over the preowned. I appreciate that having a random serial number is appealing because it's the latest thing Rolex are doing, but I wouldn't spend extra for this. I can pretty safely say that a serial number has had no influence on my enjoyment of any product I've owned!

16 January 2012, 06:06 AM	#19
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,238	I would go with the BNIB random serial. Should be about $11,300. It has the updated clasp which K noted. Imo This is a huge improvement.

16 January 2012, 07:10 AM	#20
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	New one with the new clasp would be my choice.

16 January 2012, 11:32 AM	#21
VAWATCHGUY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: Philadelphia Watch: DSSD Posts: 188	BNIB z- no brainer to me

16 January 2012, 11:42 AM	#22
Bangel "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Australia Watch: 116610LN Posts: 15,802	Sorry, didn't realize the clasps were different! I based my earlier post on the 2 BNIB options as only differing in the non-random vs random serial numbers. I'd have to alter my opinion in that I'd go for the one with the clasp I thought was more aesthetically pleasing and comfortable (don't know as I haven't tried them). If this happened to be the random serial number one, then I would go for it. No point saving $1.5k if I'm buying something that doesn't suit me.

16 January 2012, 12:23 PM	#23
Rolexpilot Banned Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: USA Posts: 157	I'd go for a "P"

16 January 2012, 01:38 PM	#24
AJMarcus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: AJ Location: USA Watch: Swiss Posts: 5,238	Rolex Improvements are usually just that--improvements. I've owned both and believe the newer clasp is far superior and every bit as secure. It is the same clasp as the GMT II C. So surprised anyone would think it would be less secure. It is certainly more comfortable. And the cape cod cloths work wonderfully for surface scratches on the PCLs. But to each his own.

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