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watchdoc123 · 12 October 2014, 11:52 PM

I am thinking of getting a SS dyatona white dial (116520). However, I really like the white dial on the zenith model (16520). To me, the black sub dials are a real nice contrast to the white. On the newer model the sub dials are grayish and more subdued -- less contrast. Has anyone taken a newer 116520 Daytona and switched dials putting the white dial from the 16520 in the newer watch? If so did it fit ok? Is it easy to get an older dial? Thx :)

TonyD · 13 October 2014, 12:16 AM

99% sure the sub dials are in different locations on the Zenith models and won't fit.

mfer · 13 October 2014, 12:40 AM

Can't put a zenith dial on a non zenith movement
Zenith on the left

subtona · 13 October 2014, 12:53 AM

Yes as said, not advisable.

Seconds are at 9 on zenith model

Seconds are at 6 on current in house movement.

If it's zenith you like , just go find the right Zenith.

Ps I agree the white zenith dial is the way to go.

landroverking · 13 October 2014, 02:19 AM

Won't work. Sorry. I too prefer the Zenith Sub dials.

Lgear080 · 13 October 2014, 02:32 AM

Why not buy a 16520 head and a new style bracelet.

That would be best of both worlds.

watchdoc123 · 13 October 2014, 03:23 AM

Can you put the new bracelet on the old 16520? Can you source this easily?

Lgear080 · 14 October 2014, 11:28 AM

At the very least you can update the clasp... I haven't seen the two
Side by side, but i don't see an issue. I have seen the bracelet show
Up, with patience - easy to find.

GolfPunk · 14 October 2014, 04:47 PM

Buy the new 116520 Daytona then get a white gold dial from a Trusted seller I here like I did:

Andad · 14 October 2014, 05:04 PM

Now THAT is the way to go.

travisb · 14 October 2014, 07:12 PM

Just buy a Zenith Daytona. You can add an updated clasp if you want.

12 October 2014, 11:52 PM	#1
watchdoc123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 299	Daytona dial switch? I am thinking of getting a SS dyatona white dial (116520). However, I really like the white dial on the zenith model (16520). To me, the black sub dials are a real nice contrast to the white. On the newer model the sub dials are grayish and more subdued -- less contrast. Has anyone taken a newer 116520 Daytona and switched dials putting the white dial from the 16520 in the newer watch? If so did it fit ok? Is it easy to get an older dial? Thx :)

13 October 2014, 12:16 AM	#2
TonyD 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,471	99% sure the sub dials are in different locations on the Zenith models and won't fit. __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

13 October 2014, 12:40 AM	#3
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Can't put a zenith dial on a non zenith movement Zenith on the left __________________ member#3242

14 October 2014, 04:47 PM	#9
GolfPunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: UK Watch: WG Daytona Posts: 4,398	Daytona dial switch? Buy the new 116520 Daytona then get a white gold dial from a Trusted seller I here like I did: __________________ ♕ Rolex Daytona White Gold 116509 (Ghost) ♕

14 October 2014, 05:04 PM	#10
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,526	Now THAT is the way to go. __________________ E

13 October 2014, 12:53 AM	#4
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,598	Yes as said, not advisable. Seconds are at 9 on zenith model Seconds are at 6 on current in house movement. If it's zenith you like , just go find the right Zenith. Ps I agree the white zenith dial is the way to go.

13 October 2014, 02:19 AM	#5
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Won't work. Sorry. I too prefer the Zenith Sub dials.

13 October 2014, 02:32 AM	#6
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	Why not buy a 16520 head and a new style bracelet. That would be best of both worlds.

13 October 2014, 03:23 AM	#7
watchdoc123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 299	Can you put the new bracelet on the old 16520? Can you source this easily?

14 October 2014, 11:28 AM	#8
Lgear080 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NYC Posts: 3,506	At the very least you can update the clasp... I haven't seen the two Side by side, but i don't see an issue. I have seen the bracelet show Up, with patience - easy to find.

14 October 2014, 07:12 PM	#11
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Just buy a Zenith Daytona. You can add an updated clasp if you want.

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