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tranny · 10 August 2012, 09:53 AM

I've been looking at the ROO, and thinking I would wear it a lot more than my 116509 (I'm deathly afraid of scratching up the gold).

I'm also thinking the 44mm size would be a more casual size and in SS is something that I could wear daily (I work in a tech company - think shorts & t-shirts.)

What would you guys do? Any suggestions on specific models? I would really prefer something with a chronograph.

Thanks!

Manofsteelpt · 10 August 2012, 10:03 AM

Steve, head over to the AP section... We all love our AP's there!!! You can get a nice Carbon or newer SS/Ceramic ROO for close to the value of your Daytona.

HL65 · 10 August 2012, 10:06 AM

Here you will be told don't do it in AP forum you will get many different suggestions so depends what you are looking for.

tranny · 10 August 2012, 10:09 AM

Steeler, haha, yeah, good idea. Forgot there was an AP section. Could a mod move, please?

Manofsteel, thanks for the suggestions... I think I'd be interested in SS.

By the way... what would people suggest on doing a trade? Should I sell my watch outright first, try to find someone online willing to do a trade, or go to a local wholesaler and try and do a deal that way?

Hairdude1 · 10 August 2012, 10:14 AM

Trade

sdg1871 · 10 August 2012, 10:15 AM

Never!!!! Daytona forever.

rohardi · 10 August 2012, 10:16 AM

I say go for it!

Manofsteelpt · 10 August 2012, 10:17 AM

Check out the newer 44mm SS ROO model 26400so... Great looking watch if your looking for steel. They're newer 44mm models are mostly Carbon cases instead of SS.
You can try to sell yours on your own, post on TRF sales. Or call a dealer that has the watch you want and see what kind of trade deal they can work you.

Andrés G · 10 August 2012, 10:30 AM

Go for it.

thlax · 10 August 2012, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by transio

I've been looking at the ROO, and thinking I would wear it a lot more than my 116509 (I'm deathly afraid of scratching up the gold).

I'm also thinking the 44mm size would be a more casual size and in SS is something that I could wear daily (I work in a tech company - think shorts & t-shirts.)

What would you guys do? Any suggestions on specific models? I would really prefer something with a chronograph.

Thanks!

AP is a phenomenal upgrade.

nick c · 10 August 2012, 10:40 AM

don't do it

singe89 · 10 August 2012, 10:42 AM

Very different watches in size, looks, material....and quality. I say go for the AP.

alexlt730512 · 10 August 2012, 10:46 AM

do it.

2th Dr · 10 August 2012, 10:49 AM

I traded MY Daytona for a RO.

Submarino · 10 August 2012, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by transio

I've been looking at the ROO, and thinking I would wear it a lot more than my 116509 (I'm deathly afraid of scratching up the gold).

I'm also thinking the 44mm size would be a more casual size and in SS is something that I could wear daily (I work in a tech company - think shorts & t-shirts.)

What would you guys do? Any suggestions on specific models? I would really prefer something with a chronograph.

Thanks!

AP over a Daytona any day and anytime!!!

However, if you are worried about scratching your Daytona, then AP might not be for you.

APs are scratch magnets and the first scratch or dent you put on the bezel, you'll be mortified. Keep in mind that once there's a ton of scratches on the bezel the watch doesn't look as good as any scratched Rolex.

tranny · 10 August 2012, 11:09 AM

Sub, that's good info... what's the general concensus on carbon?

texex91 · 10 August 2012, 11:37 AM

Daytona was way too small for me many years ago.

AP ROO is amazing. Check out the 44mm for sure. FC or Rose Gold are amazing. Little different price point to Daytona, but worth it.

FC is favorite in the collection (until RG can be had).

kilyung · 10 August 2012, 11:45 AM

AP... He'll yes!

HL65 · 10 August 2012, 11:54 AM

AP absolutely!

incontrol · 10 August 2012, 11:56 AM

I don't own either but I would go for an AP first myself! Good luck with your decision.

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boursachi · 10 August 2012, 12:29 PM

i love rolex. have a few, think they are THE best all-around watches at their prices (for an enthusiast). but on this one, i have to say go for the AP for sure. it will feel a bit off for the first week or so not having the bracelet. but by then you will have realized AP is far superior on every single aspect and you will not regret it.

i will advize however that if you are active with your watch that you steer away from the steel bezels

the 42mm has a few with ceramic bezels that are great and durable
the rubberclads are also great

you will know more once you sit down with the watches and play with them :)

tranny · 10 August 2012, 01:12 PM

Thanks for all the advice, guys! You've all been great! I guess my next step is to go try on some APs and see if I can find one I love! I've never seen the carbon in person, but in photos it hasn't had much appeal to me. I guess I should go take a look at one and see how I like it!

PS - here's the 116509 I'm trading. She's a real beaut.. it's gonna be hard to see her go!

boursachi · 10 August 2012, 01:59 PM

whoa.. mother of pearl, roman numerals
hmmmmmmmmm :) that changes things

tbh i would only trade for an AP from that if i loved a certain watch specifically and had to have it

Genesis · 10 August 2012, 02:06 PM

That Daytona is gorgeous....

adt · 10 August 2012, 02:22 PM

That Daytona is pretty classy and will be cool forever.

seattle1978 · 10 August 2012, 02:47 PM

You can see how RG Daytona looks next to some APs, I have both and love both equally. I would say Daytona is more versatile watch but AP is a different level, once you have AP its hard to go back to Rolex

TSW · 10 August 2012, 03:59 PM

Go for it!!

Hairdude1 · 10 August 2012, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by transio

Thanks for all the advice, guys! You've all been great! I guess my next step is to go try on some APs and see if I can find one I love! I've never seen the carbon in person, but in photos it hasn't had much appeal to me. I guess I should go take a look at one and see how I like it!

PS - here's the 116509 I'm trading. She's a real beaut.. it's gonna be hard to see her go!

That is nice!

Adam K. · 10 August 2012, 07:43 PM

Yeaaaah....don't know if I'd be tradin' THAT one! More food for thought.

Manofsteelpt · 10 August 2012, 08:25 PM

That IS a beaut of a Daytona... If your not wearing it and scared to mess it up, then trade it. No sense having a nice watch like that sit around unused.
As for the SS bezel prob that Hal (Sub) mentioned, since your looking for a 44mm size, I don't think they have with a SS bezel. The newer 44mm cases have either ceramic or carbon bezels.
I have the 44mm Forged Carbon like the one Paul posted. Just picked IT up last week.
Mikes Bee is a sweet ass carbon, but only 42mm, Kens RB2 is most AP lovers grail and nearly impossible to find...

10 August 2012, 09:53 AM	#1
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	Thinking of trading Daytona on AP ROO I've been looking at the ROO, and thinking I would wear it a lot more than my 116509 (I'm deathly afraid of scratching up the gold). I'm also thinking the 44mm size would be a more casual size and in SS is something that I could wear daily (I work in a tech company - think shorts & t-shirts.) What would you guys do? Any suggestions on specific models? I would really prefer something with a chronograph. Thanks!

10 August 2012, 10:06 AM	#3
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	Here you will be told don't do it in AP forum you will get many different suggestions so depends what you are looking for. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

10 August 2012, 11:54 AM	#19
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	AP absolutely! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

10 August 2012, 11:56 AM	#20
incontrol "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Kevin Location: Somewhere in PA Watch: All of them... Posts: 10,355	I don't own either but I would go for an AP first myself! Good luck with your decision. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Patek Philippe Rolex

10 August 2012, 02:22 PM	#25
adt "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: A Location: SEA Posts: 473	That Daytona is pretty classy and will be cool forever. __________________ "Collecting is the only socially commendable form of greed" ~ Gene Shwartz

10 August 2012, 10:03 AM	#2
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Steve, head over to the AP section... We all love our AP's there!!! You can get a nice Carbon or newer SS/Ceramic ROO for close to the value of your Daytona.

10 August 2012, 10:09 AM	#4
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	Steeler, haha, yeah, good idea. Forgot there was an AP section. Could a mod move, please? Manofsteel, thanks for the suggestions... I think I'd be interested in SS. By the way... what would people suggest on doing a trade? Should I sell my watch outright first, try to find someone online willing to do a trade, or go to a local wholesaler and try and do a deal that way?

10 August 2012, 10:14 AM	#5
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Trade

10 August 2012, 10:15 AM	#6
sdg1871 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Scott Location: New York, NY Watch: 18k YG Daytona Posts: 337	Never!!!! Daytona forever.

10 August 2012, 10:16 AM	#7
rohardi "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rhode Island USA Watch: 116610LN, 216570 Posts: 787	I say go for it!

10 August 2012, 10:17 AM	#8
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	Check out the newer 44mm SS ROO model 26400so... Great looking watch if your looking for steel. They're newer 44mm models are mostly Carbon cases instead of SS. You can try to sell yours on your own, post on TRF sales. Or call a dealer that has the watch you want and see what kind of trade deal they can work you.

10 August 2012, 10:30 AM	#9
Andrés G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Guatemala Posts: 3,392	Go for it.

10 August 2012, 10:40 AM	#11
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	don't do it

10 August 2012, 10:42 AM	#12
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,747	Very different watches in size, looks, material....and quality. I say go for the AP.

10 August 2012, 10:46 AM	#13
alexlt730512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,248	do it.

10 August 2012, 10:49 AM	#14
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I traded MY Daytona for a RO.

10 August 2012, 11:09 AM	#16
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	Sub, that's good info... what's the general concensus on carbon?

10 August 2012, 11:37 AM	#17
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Daytona was way too small for me many years ago. AP ROO is amazing. Check out the 44mm for sure. FC or Rose Gold are amazing. Little different price point to Daytona, but worth it. FC is favorite in the collection (until RG can be had).

10 August 2012, 11:45 AM	#18
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	AP... He'll yes!

10 August 2012, 12:29 PM	#21
boursachi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ME Posts: 321	i love rolex. have a few, think they are THE best all-around watches at their prices (for an enthusiast). but on this one, i have to say go for the AP for sure. it will feel a bit off for the first week or so not having the bracelet. but by then you will have realized AP is far superior on every single aspect and you will not regret it. i will advize however that if you are active with your watch that you steer away from the steel bezels the 42mm has a few with ceramic bezels that are great and durable the rubberclads are also great you will know more once you sit down with the watches and play with them :)

10 August 2012, 01:12 PM	#22
tranny Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116509,A21330,MVQV Posts: 773	Thanks for all the advice, guys! You've all been great! I guess my next step is to go try on some APs and see if I can find one I love! I've never seen the carbon in person, but in photos it hasn't had much appeal to me. I guess I should go take a look at one and see how I like it! PS - here's the 116509 I'm trading. She's a real beaut.. it's gonna be hard to see her go!

10 August 2012, 01:59 PM	#23
boursachi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: ME Posts: 321	whoa.. mother of pearl, roman numerals hmmmmmmmmm :) that changes things tbh i would only trade for an AP from that if i loved a certain watch specifically and had to have it

10 August 2012, 02:06 PM	#24
Genesis Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Shawn Location: Fl Watch: AP Royal Oak Posts: 160	That Daytona is gorgeous....

10 August 2012, 02:47 PM	#26
seattle1978 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Watch: APs Posts: 561	You can see how RG Daytona looks next to some APs, I have both and love both equally. I would say Daytona is more versatile watch but AP is a different level, once you have AP its hard to go back to Rolex Attached Images

10 August 2012, 03:59 PM	#27
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Go for it!! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

10 August 2012, 07:43 PM	#29
Adam K. Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: WA Watch: All the Oysters Posts: 811	Yeaaaah....don't know if I'd be tradin' THAT one! More food for thought.

10 August 2012, 08:25 PM	#30
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	That IS a beaut of a Daytona... If your not wearing it and scared to mess it up, then trade it. No sense having a nice watch like that sit around unused. As for the SS bezel prob that Hal (Sub) mentioned, since your looking for a 44mm size, I don't think they have with a SS bezel. The newer 44mm cases have either ceramic or carbon bezels. I have the 44mm Forged Carbon like the one Paul posted. Just picked IT up last week. Mikes Bee is a sweet ass carbon, but only 42mm, Kens RB2 is most AP lovers grail and nearly impossible to find...

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