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Rolexism · 6 October 2008, 11:16 PM

Hi
I've been around quite awhile.I'm about to make decision of buying SS Daytona white dial or Milgauss GV,but can't decide.I want to see some opinion about which one would you go for?
Both are great watch,but....unfortunately I can only get one,and I'm not buying for future value or resale.At the end,the one I choose will stay with me for long long time.Let say I like both of them....can't decide.

Time Traveller · 6 October 2008, 11:33 PM

GV. I like the green crystal.

GBJIV · 6 October 2008, 11:36 PM

The GV is a very cool watch. I just think it is hard to beat anywhere.... The Daytona. I love the White Face - I am hoping to have mine on my wrist today....

Pulpdiction · 7 October 2008, 12:02 AM

Already have a black Milgauss, so white Daytona is on the list, right after I get my LV

topcat30093 · 9 October 2008, 04:11 AM

No question IMO, it has to be the S/S Daytona.

Brianm · 7 October 2008, 12:18 AM

Two differnt watches, both great, but this may be something only you can decide.

I have always wanted a Daytona so that would be my choice. That said, I recently tried on the GV and really, really liked it, and I haven't cared for the Milguass in the past

Trurolexer · 7 October 2008, 12:23 AM

Of course Daytona...

Jedi · 7 October 2008, 12:33 AM

Human nature would generally make you choose one over the other. Look deep within yourself and the answer will be there. I'd take the GV, but that is because I have a Daytona already, but my answer is really just mine. You need to find your own answer.

Tools · 7 October 2008, 12:59 AM

Daytonas are a dime a dozen...everybody and their sister has one..

Go for that Milgauss...the distinctive dial and the larger viewing area make it one killer piece.........

Randy · 7 October 2008, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Daytonas are a dime a dozen...everybody and their sister has one..

Go for that Milgauss...the distinctive dial and the larger viewing area make it one killer piece.........

X2!!!!!

tphan · 7 October 2008, 01:55 AM

Yep. Go for the GV

White dial SS Daytonas are dime a dozen, they are everywhere.

Crimbo · 7 October 2008, 02:12 AM

That's a tough one!!

The GV seems to split opinion - in much the same way as eating Marmite does!

If you love the GV and get one, I'd say you'd be in a smaller band of people than If you love the Daytona and get one. To me that makes the GV more exclusive, in a way, and so would tip the balance.

Hence I'd recommend you go for the GV - but I'm sure you'd be happy with either. They're both great pieces.

Crimbo

Art 1 · 7 October 2008, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Daytonas are a dime a dozen...everybody and their sister has one..

Go for that Milgauss...the distinctive dial and the larger viewing area make it one killer piece.........

How longs the Milgauss been out, less than a year. Of course there is many more Daytona's out there.

CKay · 7 October 2008, 01:04 AM

I am hoping I have the SS Rolex Daytona on my wrist now.

Eli · 7 October 2008, 01:10 AM

I'm in the same dilema. But I have already have a black Daytona... Debating if I should add a second in white or a GV. I'm leaning towards the GV with all the pics provided on this great forum.

DSJ · 7 October 2008, 02:03 AM

I can't answer that for you. WHich do you think you'll enjoy seeing on your wrist day in, day out, different clothing, situations, etc., for years to come?

JohnEaton · 7 October 2008, 02:18 AM

Tough decision Rolexism, Both are great timepieces

I've only seen one GV in the wild, and that was Felly's... I've seen quite a few Daytonas in the wild, even yesterday at the OysterFest, the guy was from out of town, San Francisco, and also a motorhead, a Paul Yaffe kind of guy

BUT Daytonas have been around for decades and the GV is a brand new release so this is to be expected...

Both Felly and I have the White dial 116520 Daytona and the Milgauss GV; Felly alternates between both, I alternate between a Sub, a Dweller and the Daytona and my GV lives in the safe wrapped in factory plastic...

I believe both will increase in value and are as sound an investment as you can make in a timepiece...

I'd say get both if possible, check your finances if you can purchase only one as the Milgauss is $3K USD less than the Daytona, and there are waiting lists for both...

I don't see a wrong decision either way

One small note, if you fly with your Rolex, I would suggest the Daytona, the 904L goes right through a metal detector so you don't have to remove a +$10K watch and let it out of your sight. The Milgauss' Faraday cage will set off the detectors and require removal for security purposes.

ENJOY

And best of luck

Felly Jr. · 7 October 2008, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

One small note, if you fly with your Rolex, I would suggest the Daytona, the 904L goes right through a metal detector so you don't have to remove a +$10K watch and let it out of your sight. The Milgauss' Faraday cage will set off the detectors and require removal for security purposes.

ENJOY

And best of luck

Funny you mention flying with the Cosmo John. I'm heading to Tampa with mine in the AM. Should I test your theory and walk right through security with it on or stash it in my carry on? I would hate to have to take it off and risk it getting scratched up in those trays!

JohnEaton · 7 October 2008, 02:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

Funny you mention flying with the Cosmo John. I'm heading to Tampa with mine in the AM. Should I test your theory and walk right through security with it on or stash it in my carry on? I would hate to have to take it off and risk it getting scratched up in those trays!

Felly, I have never removed a Daytona from my wrist when going through airport security, and I have never had the Daytona set off the detectors

Have fun in Florida and good luck on your venture...

I'll let Ian and Perry know you will be unable to attend T and T again...

ashu2289 · 7 October 2008, 04:56 AM

Daytona all the way

mike · 7 October 2008, 07:01 AM

Tough call. If I had to pick between the two I'd go with the Daytona. It's a classic piece that's withstood the test of time.

Lol-x · 9 October 2008, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

Funny you mention flying with the Cosmo John. I'm heading to Tampa with mine in the AM. Should I test your theory and walk right through security with it on or stash it in my carry on? I would hate to have to take it off and risk it getting scratched up in those trays!

You could carry a little plastic bag to put your watch into so that it does not get scratched in the trays. :thumbusp: But I agree those trays and the way they are thrown around by the security officers can be a bit frightening and be a cause of scratches.

Rolexism · 7 October 2008, 02:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

I'd say get both if possible, check your finances if you can purchase only one as the Milgauss is $3K USD less than the Daytona, and there are waiting lists for both...

Yes...get both will solve the problem

GV MSRP is around $7k now?

Thank you

JohnEaton · 7 October 2008, 02:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexism

Yes...get both will solve the problem

GV MSRP is around $7k now?

Thank you

GV = $6575 USD, no price increase

Daytona = $9925 USD, price increased from $9200 and $7900

I believe this is correct, I'm sure I'll be corrected by some anal Wis in 4.3 seconds if I am wrong

HockeyBrand · 7 October 2008, 02:49 AM

lol John E.

Well I just dropped that exact amount last Friday the 3rd for the GV. So everything to do with the Poll I had to vote Milgauss. (even though the SS Daytona still remains a grail piece to me)

Felly Jr. · 7 October 2008, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

GV = $6575 USD, no price increase

Daytona = $9925 USD, price increased from $9200 and $7900

I believe this is correct, I'm sure I'll be corrected by some anal Wis in 4.3 seconds if I am wrong

Now where would you find one of those?!

No John, you are correct!

Rolexism · 7 October 2008, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

GV = $6575 USD, no price increase

Daytona = $9925 USD, price increased from $9200 and $7900

I believe this is correct, I'm sure I'll be corrected by some anal Wis in 4.3 seconds if I am wrong

Thanks for the info John

bodybump · 7 October 2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohnEaton

GV = $6575 USD, no price increase

Daytona = $9925 USD, price increased from $9200 and $7900

I believe this is correct, I'm sure I'll be corrected by some anal Wis in 4.3 seconds if I am wrong

That if your the luckiest man

alive!!! GV MILLY!!

Spencer · 7 October 2008, 01:08 PM

I voted for the one that I have

WatchTimes · 7 October 2008, 02:35 AM

Stash it in your carry on...
My DSSD set off the buzzer even though it was the only metal I had
and I had my arms stretched out in front of me (as suggested in
other threads)

View Poll Results: SS Daytona White dial vs Milgauss GV
SS Daytona White dial	108	80.60%
Milgauss GV	26	19.40%
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6 October 2008, 11:16 PM	#1
Rolexism "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Kong Location: CT Posts: 111	SS Daytona White dial or Milgauss GV? Hi I've been around quite awhile.I'm about to make decision of buying SS Daytona white dial or Milgauss GV,but can't decide.I want to see some opinion about which one would you go for? Both are great watch,but....unfortunately I can only get one,and I'm not buying for future value or resale.At the end,the one I choose will stay with me for long long time.Let say I like both of them....can't decide.

6 October 2008, 11:36 PM	#3
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	The GV is a very cool watch. I just think it is hard to beat anywhere.... The Daytona. I love the White Face - I am hoping to have mine on my wrist today.... __________________ Jackson

9 October 2008, 04:11 AM	#5
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,459	No question IMO, it has to be the S/S Daytona. __________________

7 October 2008, 12:18 AM	#6
Brianm "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Brian Location: Michigan Watch: IWC Portuguese Chr Posts: 100	Two differnt watches, both great, but this may be something only you can decide. I have always wanted a Daytona so that would be my choice. That said, I recently tried on the GV and really, really liked it, and I haven't cared for the Milguass in the past __________________ IWC Portuguese Chronograph; Explorer II -white (sold), Yacht-Master (sold), Turn-O-Graph (sold), GMT II (sold), Omega Speedmaster Date

6 October 2008, 11:33 PM	#2
Time Traveller Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: James Bond Location: USA Posts: 457	GV. I like the green crystal.

7 October 2008, 12:02 AM	#4
Pulpdiction "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: England Posts: 93	Already have a black Milgauss, so white Daytona is on the list, right after I get my LV

7 October 2008, 12:23 AM	#7
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Of course Daytona...

7 October 2008, 12:33 AM	#8
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Human nature would generally make you choose one over the other. Look deep within yourself and the answer will be there. I'd take the GV, but that is because I have a Daytona already, but my answer is really just mine. You need to find your own answer. __________________ Lee This is my watch. There are many like it but this one is mine... Flickr Blog

7 October 2008, 12:59 AM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Daytonas are a dime a dozen...everybody and their sister has one.. Go for that Milgauss...the distinctive dial and the larger viewing area make it one killer piece......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

7 October 2008, 01:55 AM	#11
tphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 831	Yep. Go for the GV White dial SS Daytonas are dime a dozen, they are everywhere.

7 October 2008, 02:12 AM	#12
Crimbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: UK Watch: 14060M Sub Posts: 26	That's a tough one!! The GV seems to split opinion - in much the same way as eating Marmite does! If you love the GV and get one, I'd say you'd be in a smaller band of people than If you love the Daytona and get one. To me that makes the GV more exclusive, in a way, and so would tip the balance. Hence I'd recommend you go for the GV - but I'm sure you'd be happy with either. They're both great pieces. Crimbo

7 October 2008, 01:04 AM	#14
CKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Singapore Posts: 467	I am hoping I have the SS Rolex Daytona on my wrist now. __________________ BLACK IS THICKER THAN BLOOD

7 October 2008, 01:10 AM	#15
Eli Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: montreal Posts: 459	I'm in the same dilema. But I have already have a black Daytona... Debating if I should add a second in white or a GV. I'm leaning towards the GV with all the pics provided on this great forum.

7 October 2008, 02:03 AM	#16
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	I can't answer that for you. WHich do you think you'll enjoy seeing on your wrist day in, day out, different clothing, situations, etc., for years to come? __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

7 October 2008, 02:18 AM	#17
JohnEaton "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Eaton Location: Nome Alaska USA Watch: Red1680 metres 1st Posts: 1,869	Tough decision Rolexism, Both are great timepieces I've only seen one GV in the wild, and that was Felly's... I've seen quite a few Daytonas in the wild, even yesterday at the OysterFest, the guy was from out of town, San Francisco, and also a motorhead, a Paul Yaffe kind of guy BUT Daytonas have been around for decades and the GV is a brand new release so this is to be expected... Both Felly and I have the White dial 116520 Daytona and the Milgauss GV; Felly alternates between both, I alternate between a Sub, a Dweller and the Daytona and my GV lives in the safe wrapped in factory plastic... I believe both will increase in value and are as sound an investment as you can make in a timepiece... I'd say get both if possible, check your finances if you can purchase only one as the Milgauss is $3K USD less than the Daytona, and there are waiting lists for both... I don't see a wrong decision either way One small note, if you fly with your Rolex, I would suggest the Daytona, the 904L goes right through a metal detector so you don't have to remove a +$10K watch and let it out of your sight. The Milgauss' Faraday cage will set off the detectors and require removal for security purposes. ENJOY And best of luck __________________ Perfection lies not in the organic whole but in the isolated fragment

7 October 2008, 04:56 AM	#20
ashu2289 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Ashutosh Location: Rochester NY Watch: Daytonas,SD Posts: 2,342	Daytona all the way __________________ Everything becomes nothing after ROLEX 116520 SS Daytona White Dial 116520 SS Daytona Black Dial 116523 18K&SS Daytona Slate Dial 16600 Sea-Dweller 16710 GMT Master II Pepsi Bezel 16613 18K&SS Submariner Blue Dial 116660 Deepsea Sea-Dweller

7 October 2008, 07:01 AM	#21
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Tough call. If I had to pick between the two I'd go with the Daytona. It's a classic piece that's withstood the test of time.

7 October 2008, 02:49 AM	#25
HockeyBrand Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Burnaby Posts: 265	lol John E. Well I just dropped that exact amount last Friday the 3rd for the GV. So everything to do with the Poll I had to vote Milgauss. (even though the SS Daytona still remains a grail piece to me)

7 October 2008, 01:08 PM	#29
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	I voted for the one that I have __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

7 October 2008, 02:35 AM	#30
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Stash it in your carry on... My DSSD set off the buzzer even though it was the only metal I had and I had my arms stretched out in front of me (as suggested in other threads) __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

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