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russ86 · 16 September 2018, 03:58 AM

Finally I decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on gold daytona watch that I was looking to purchase for quite some time now. I went to my local AD in NY and obviously thry didnt have anything in stock and they need to order the watch. Right now I am in between 3 models, 2 of them on rubber strap and one on a gold bracelet. I really think both bracelets look gorgeous on Daytona, but most likely I am leaning towards gold bracelet thinking if anything I can always get rubber strap later on. My question what do you guys think and how much I can really press my AD guy on the price to get absolutely best deal.
Thanks.

MattPegler · 16 September 2018, 04:06 AM

In regards to the strap, I would recommend sourcing it on a bracelet, but that's my opinion. In regards to discount, it may or may not be available - just ask

Al1969 · 16 September 2018, 04:10 AM

Get the bracelet and pick up aftermarket rubber strap.
In the past I’ve heard 15-20 % off a PM piece. However, not sure in the current climate.
If I was going after this piece , I’d contact different ADs for pricing.

Rodolfo_4 · 16 September 2018, 04:18 AM

The second one in rose gold is amazing

Pm pricing is totally diferente to steel pricing

Steel 0% discount

Pm up to 22% discount

Tampashooter · 16 September 2018, 04:30 AM

You'd be out of your mind to not purchase this from Davidsw or someone similar.

DoctorA · 16 September 2018, 04:33 AM

I would get the rose gold bracelet
I would expect at least 20%. That might even put you in a position to bundle with a hot ss model!

watchwatcher · 16 September 2018, 04:38 AM

For me, one of the best parts of a PM watch is the bracelet...a thing of beauty to enjoy, feel, and marvel at in and of itself.

Nothing against the OF, but I always have felt that they would make a better niche as an alternative to steel bracelet models. I know I read a lot of "if I'm paying that much money, I'm getting a gold bracelet" type comments here on the forum. Just my two cents.

AK797 · 16 September 2018, 04:42 AM

I'd go for the bracelet, might get up to 20% if you're from a smaller AD.

coralfarmer84 · 16 September 2018, 05:28 AM

I really wanted the last one you pictured until I saw it in person. The dial is flat and doesn’t look as deep Black in person. I decided to go with the Paul Newman style on oysterflex. Got 15% off, still waiting for it to come in ordered 2 weeks back

Gambonista · 16 September 2018, 05:34 AM

Thinking of ordering no. 2; curious how long it takes the AD to fulfill the special order. Please share this information with us Coralfarmer.

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russ86 · 16 September 2018, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Gambonista

Thinking of ordering no. 2; curious how long it takes the AD to fulfill the special order. Please share this information with us Coralfarmer.

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They told me they can get it to me within 3 to 4 weeks

coralfarmer84 · 16 September 2018, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Gambonista

Thinking of ordering no. 2; curious how long it takes the AD to fulfill the special order. Please share this information with us Coralfarmer.

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I was told if it’s in stock with Rolex USA 3-4 weeks if not then no direct answer

bswanson · 16 September 2018, 06:04 AM

Get the bracelet, you won’t regret the experience.

coralfarmer84 · 16 September 2018, 06:18 AM

I just like the ceramic bezel better or I would be in the bracelet camp

05carbondrz · 16 September 2018, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by coralfarmer84

I just like the ceramic bezel better or I would be in the bracelet camp

Agreed,The Ceramic looks amazing.

79280_116520 · 16 September 2018, 06:52 AM

I've seen a guy at Costco wearing a rose gold on oysterflex strap. It looked very nice, not flashy at all.

enjoythemusic · 16 September 2018, 06:57 AM

Bracelet at 25% off. Very do-able.

Rocket launcher · 16 September 2018, 06:58 AM

Rose bracelet the full rose gold daytona is to me...the best daytona ever made ...it is beautiful.....unfortunately it is beyond me ..but if I ever saw one it would make my week

GoingPlaces · 16 September 2018, 07:11 AM

Have to go bracelet, the difference is nominal compared to what you get. There is nothing like an ALL gold watch.

David5807 · 16 September 2018, 07:43 AM

I would get the rose gold Daytona on the rose gold bracelet. Although I would like things to be different I have to say that I would not expect a discount. I know I only saved on sales tax when putting a deposit down on my two tone Daytona.

KBM · 16 September 2018, 09:51 AM

Definitely go with a bracelet, imo.

Deep18 · 16 September 2018, 10:04 AM

Rose gold bracelet.

debbs20 · 16 September 2018, 10:19 AM

You should go with the bracelet.

Old Geezer · 16 September 2018, 10:28 AM

I vote bracelet too. I’d try to negotiate in the range of an all in price with tax minus 20%. If there is an SS model you want and are in a position to buy now, I’d put that out there too. They might offer you an attractive bundle.

enjoythemusic · 16 September 2018, 10:31 AM

Was shopping... Capetown in Atlanta has a used one for 26,990 (msrp 37,450).

rebel_1 · 16 September 2018, 10:34 AM

I have the Platona and the WG on OF. The OF gets more wrist time. The Platona is a seriously HEAVY watch.

I prefer the Dayton with ceramic, although that RG on bracelet is a stunner. Do you have any other gold Rolexes?

Brian Page · 16 September 2018, 10:47 AM

Bracelet all the way.

77T · 16 September 2018, 11:22 AM

I’ve had PM Daytona’s on bracelets and on straps.

Hands down the strap is better for me.

Even tried an OF but it wasn’t as nice as the Alligator strap.

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Nikrnic · 16 September 2018, 11:44 AM

I'd love a WG on bracelet myself. I just could never feel it with any type of strap I've ever tried and immediately went back. Of your choices I'd of course recommend the everose on 'bracelet only' especially when buying PM. You should be able to get at least a 20% discount. I just purchased a SS DJ41 and got 15% off and no tax (or tax incl)

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peterpl · 16 September 2018, 01:19 PM

Get the bracelet. Going from bracelet to OF is doable financially. Try going from OF to bracelet - you will have a heart attack at the price for a full gold bracelet cost.

16 September 2018, 03:58 AM	#1
russ86 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Ross C. Location: Miami, FL. Posts: 964	Bying Gold Daytona, need some advices Finally I decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on gold daytona watch that I was looking to purchase for quite some time now. I went to my local AD in NY and obviously thry didnt have anything in stock and they need to order the watch. Right now I am in between 3 models, 2 of them on rubber strap and one on a gold bracelet. I really think both bracelets look gorgeous on Daytona, but most likely I am leaning towards gold bracelet thinking if anything I can always get rubber strap later on. My question what do you guys think and how much I can really press my AD guy on the price to get absolutely best deal. Thanks.

16 September 2018, 04:10 AM	#3
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,640	Get the bracelet and pick up aftermarket rubber strap. In the past I’ve heard 15-20 % off a PM piece. However, not sure in the current climate. If I was going after this piece , I’d contact different ADs for pricing. __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

16 September 2018, 04:33 AM	#6
DoctorA "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 6,545	I would get the rose gold bracelet I would expect at least 20%. That might even put you in a position to bundle with a hot ss model! __________________ Wear the watch you like, not the one they tell you to wear!

16 September 2018, 05:28 AM	#9
coralfarmer84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: United States Watch: Rolex, PP Posts: 1,198	I really wanted the last one you pictured until I saw it in person. The dial is flat and doesn’t look as deep Black in person. I decided to go with the Paul Newman style on oysterflex. Got 15% off, still waiting for it to come in ordered 2 weeks back __________________ Work hard in silence. Let your success make the noise

16 September 2018, 06:18 AM	#14
coralfarmer84 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: United States Watch: Rolex, PP Posts: 1,198	I just like the ceramic bezel better or I would be in the bracelet camp __________________ Work hard in silence. Let your success make the noise

16 September 2018, 04:06 AM	#2
MattPegler "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: United Kingdom Watch: 116000 Blue Dial Posts: 192	In regards to the strap, I would recommend sourcing it on a bracelet, but that's my opinion. In regards to discount, it may or may not be available - just ask

16 September 2018, 04:18 AM	#4
Rodolfo_4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 148	The second one in rose gold is amazing Pm pricing is totally diferente to steel pricing Steel 0% discount Pm up to 22% discount

16 September 2018, 04:30 AM	#5
Tampashooter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: In the present Posts: 846	You'd be out of your mind to not purchase this from Davidsw or someone similar.

16 September 2018, 04:38 AM	#7
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	For me, one of the best parts of a PM watch is the bracelet...a thing of beauty to enjoy, feel, and marvel at in and of itself. Nothing against the OF, but I always have felt that they would make a better niche as an alternative to steel bracelet models. I know I read a lot of "if I'm paying that much money, I'm getting a gold bracelet" type comments here on the forum. Just my two cents.

16 September 2018, 04:42 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I'd go for the bracelet, might get up to 20% if you're from a smaller AD.

16 September 2018, 05:34 AM	#10
Gambonista "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Midwest Posts: 31	Thinking of ordering no. 2; curious how long it takes the AD to fulfill the special order. Please share this information with us Coralfarmer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 September 2018, 06:04 AM	#13
bswanson 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Nevada Watch: Sky Dweller 326935 Posts: 2,779	Get the bracelet, you won’t regret the experience.

16 September 2018, 06:52 AM	#16
79280_116520 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Costa Posts: 255	I've seen a guy at Costco wearing a rose gold on oysterflex strap. It looked very nice, not flashy at all.

16 September 2018, 06:57 AM	#17
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,167	Bracelet at 25% off. Very do-able. __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

16 September 2018, 06:58 AM	#18
Rocket launcher Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: England Posts: 989	Rose bracelet the full rose gold daytona is to me...the best daytona ever made ...it is beautiful.....unfortunately it is beyond me ..but if I ever saw one it would make my week

16 September 2018, 07:11 AM	#19
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Have to go bracelet, the difference is nominal compared to what you get. There is nothing like an ALL gold watch.

16 September 2018, 07:43 AM	#20
David5807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: USA Posts: 2,700	I would get the rose gold Daytona on the rose gold bracelet. Although I would like things to be different I have to say that I would not expect a discount. I know I only saved on sales tax when putting a deposit down on my two tone Daytona.

16 September 2018, 09:51 AM	#21
KBM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,460	Definitely go with a bracelet, imo.

16 September 2018, 10:04 AM	#22
Deep18 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: VA Watch: SD43 Posts: 545	Rose gold bracelet.

16 September 2018, 10:19 AM	#23
debbs20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Posts: 156	You should go with the bracelet.

16 September 2018, 10:28 AM	#24
Old Geezer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: South Carolina Posts: 5,282	I vote bracelet too. I’d try to negotiate in the range of an all in price with tax minus 20%. If there is an SS model you want and are in a position to buy now, I’d put that out there too. They might offer you an attractive bundle.

16 September 2018, 10:31 AM	#25
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,167	Was shopping... Capetown in Atlanta has a used one for 26,990 (msrp 37,450). __________________ __________________ ----> Was Great Seeing Everyone At The TRF December 9 Tampa Meetup <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=968133 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

16 September 2018, 10:34 AM	#26
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	I have the Platona and the WG on OF. The OF gets more wrist time. The Platona is a seriously HEAVY watch. I prefer the Dayton with ceramic, although that RG on bracelet is a stunner. Do you have any other gold Rolexes? __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

16 September 2018, 10:47 AM	#27
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,624	Bracelet all the way.

16 September 2018, 11:22 AM	#28
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,015	I’ve had PM Daytona’s on bracelets and on straps. Hands down the strap is better for me. Even tried an OF but it wasn’t as nice as the Alligator strap. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

16 September 2018, 11:44 AM	#29
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,172	I'd love a WG on bracelet myself. I just could never feel it with any type of strap I've ever tried and immediately went back. Of your choices I'd of course recommend the everose on 'bracelet only' especially when buying PM. You should be able to get at least a 20% discount. I just purchased a SS DJ41 and got 15% off and no tax (or tax incl) Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

16 September 2018, 01:19 PM	#30
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Get the bracelet. Going from bracelet to OF is doable financially. Try going from OF to bracelet - you will have a heart attack at the price for a full gold bracelet cost.

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