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doma25 · 21 July 2020, 03:38 AM

Hi Y'all,

New to the forum and wanted to pick your brains (long time lurker).

I have the opportunity to trade my 2016 SS black face daytona (not ceramic) for a TT with yellow gold sea dweller (brand new).

The daytona reads very small on my wrist and I wanted something that would fit a little better. However, if i am being stupid in terms of value, I don't want to consider the trade. I worry that in another 10 years that the ss daytona will be worth 10k more, whie the sea dweller would depreciate.... i know who knows.

What are your thoughts? I would also consider the SS skydweller (is that a better trade)

beshannon · 21 July 2020, 03:41 AM

Which watch do you like better? Seems like you prefer the Sea Dweller.

If you are only worried about money then I cannot help you.

Jackie Daytona · 21 July 2020, 03:42 AM

I know with the Daytona love on this site, most everyone will probably say don’t do it.

My take on it though is buy what you like. Value wise it’s not far off, they are pretty close. May take a small hit from the Daytona value, but I don’t think it should be enough to talk you out of buying what you like. If your being offered it and it’s what you want. I say pull the trigger.

macrowatch · 21 July 2020, 03:46 AM

Buy what you like, but seems like the short end of the trade.

JebM · 21 July 2020, 03:51 AM

Keep Daytona.

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Spoonage · 21 July 2020, 04:01 AM

My preference would be to keep the Daytona and add the SeaDweller or the SkyDweller. I'm not one to worry about the value as that will change over time for all watches, there was a reason you bought the Daytona, have those reasons for ownership changed? If you have to sell the Daytona for the new watch, is there someone in your circle of Friends / Family that would like the watch and you could sell it to them, or Here on TRF. If you're really worried about values then selling here would likely net you more than trading to your dealer. Dealing here and / or to your friends ensures the Daytona gets in the hands of an enthusiast and not someone only looking for status and value.

garyk · 21 July 2020, 04:02 AM

I love both watches but the Daytona is slightly more special imo...

JSCP · 21 July 2020, 04:06 AM

Keep the Daytona, much better and get SKYD or Panerai

zjd168 · 21 July 2020, 04:11 AM

in terms of $ valuewise either the current or future bet all lean to the ss daytona, but of course you should go for the watch you want.

42itus · 21 July 2020, 04:12 AM

If your decision is based on value then keep the Daytona.

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Rashid.bk · 21 July 2020, 04:12 AM

Tough call, if were solely based on preference of watches, I would probably choose the SD43.
However, there are a few factors to consider for me, namely the risk of finding the SD43 uncomfortable due to the caseback, something that can be exacerbated by the gold.
The Daytona is the more flexible watch, and much harder to reaquire. I would keep the Daytona.

I wouldn't make this decision based on the internet, I would need to see and feel the SD43 on my wrist before I could even consider this.

subprimero · 21 July 2020, 04:14 AM

Wear what you suits you, but if you haven't been collecting watches for long you may find that your taste in watches including their ideal size will change. If you are a seasoned collector or have large wrists go for it.

subdateII · 21 July 2020, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

if your decision is based on value then keep the daytona.

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+1

2nastie · 21 July 2020, 04:26 AM

Value wise those two watches typically trend in opposite directions. Daytona goes up, Sea Dweller goes down.

It is up to you on which you perceive is a higher value since you'll be the one wearing the piece.

DC116710LN · 21 July 2020, 04:49 AM

Have you tried on the TT Sea Dweller? Are you certain it's the watch for you?

Very few Rolex models can compete with the SS Daytona on price appreciation. If you don't enjoy the piece, it may be worth trading but I would only do so if you're certain the incoming model is what you want. If trading blind, I would personally prefer the SS Sky Dweller which is more likely to hold value than the TT Sea Dweller.

doma25 · 21 July 2020, 10:06 AM

Than you all for the thoughtful responses. A lot of good points made. The SS daytona is a beautiful watch, just a little small for my wrist/hand size.... i'm 6'4"+. Although it's slightly small, i think i will hold onto it and splurge another day for a bigger watch. Don't want to be tempted/rushed by a trade.

Thanks!

lcs77 · 21 July 2020, 10:38 AM

Keep the daytona

fskywalker · 21 July 2020, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JebM

Keep Daytona.

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zaydans · 21 July 2020, 12:33 PM

Keep the Daytona. No brainer. Sea Dweller won’t tank but it won’t appreciate either whereas we’ve all seen the Daytona going only one way and that is upward.

Brny11 · 21 July 2020, 12:44 PM

Many will say don’t worry about value, get what you like, blah blah. To a certain degree, I would agree. However, don’t completely disregard value. I do believe that the black Daytona is a wayyyy better watch. Not a fan of tt SD. I’d try steel SD43 personally. Even then, I wouldn’t do it but if you need a Rolex, that’s a larger watch. Omega, Tudor and many others make larger chronographs as well.

Fleetlord · 21 July 2020, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by doma25

Hi Y'all,

New to the forum and wanted to pick your brains (long time lurker).

I have the opportunity to trade my 2016 SS black face daytona (not ceramic) for a TT with yellow gold sea dweller (brand new).

The daytona reads very small on my wrist and I wanted something that would fit a little better. However, if i am being stupid in terms of value, I don't want to consider the trade. I worry that in another 10 years that the ss daytona will be worth 10k more, whie the sea dweller would depreciate.... i know who knows.

What are your thoughts? I would also consider the SS skydweller (is that a better trade)

Since you mention it prominently in you question, the value retention and appreciation concerns immediately disqualify this trade...

Uppersouth · 21 July 2020, 01:01 PM

I would hold on to the Daytona and save up for the SD. The SDTT will be readily available when you’re ready. By the time you save the money you may find something you want that’s totally different. Good luck and enjoy the collecting journey!

fixinbones · 21 July 2020, 01:28 PM

If retained value is not important I would get the SD 43. I think the pre-ceramic Daytonas have lost their desirability, for me at least.

didikwahyu · 21 July 2020, 01:32 PM

Keep Daytona

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s46 · 21 July 2020, 01:44 PM

keep Daytona

Chewbacca · 21 July 2020, 02:55 PM

I owned that era Daytona in the apparently more desirable white, its nothing earthmoving as a chrono or a Rolex, but that’s me. Buy a Speedmaster Pro and you'll scratch the chrono itch.

So take the trade and order a new Daytona at the same time because it sounds like you're dealing with an AD -- so now's your chance. When it arrives in a year or two, then decide on keeping the SD43.

Frank McKay · 21 July 2020, 03:08 PM

I think you would ultimately regret trading away the 116520 black dial Daytona. That is such a fierce and timeless watch.

gops · 21 July 2020, 05:04 PM

get the sky dweller, sea dweller is uncomfortable...

horseShu · 21 July 2020, 05:13 PM

sell the daytona, put the money in mutual funds.
for sure, in 10 years it will be worth 10k more.

Manu74 · 21 July 2020, 05:51 PM

If the Daytona is too small for you, go for a SS SD43 or SS SkyD.

21 July 2020, 03:38 AM	#1
doma25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: NYC Posts: 2	QUESTION: SS Black Face Daytona for TT Sea Dweller Hi Y'all, New to the forum and wanted to pick your brains (long time lurker). I have the opportunity to trade my 2016 SS black face daytona (not ceramic) for a TT with yellow gold sea dweller (brand new). The daytona reads very small on my wrist and I wanted something that would fit a little better. However, if i am being stupid in terms of value, I don't want to consider the trade. I worry that in another 10 years that the ss daytona will be worth 10k more, whie the sea dweller would depreciate.... i know who knows. What are your thoughts? I would also consider the SS skydweller (is that a better trade)

21 July 2020, 03:41 AM	#2
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Which watch do you like better? Seems like you prefer the Sea Dweller. If you are only worried about money then I cannot help you. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

21 July 2020, 03:42 AM	#3
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,613	I know with the Daytona love on this site, most everyone will probably say don’t do it. My take on it though is buy what you like. Value wise it’s not far off, they are pretty close. May take a small hit from the Daytona value, but I don’t think it should be enough to talk you out of buying what you like. If your being offered it and it’s what you want. I say pull the trigger. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

21 July 2020, 04:02 AM	#7
garyk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,714	I love both watches but the Daytona is slightly more special imo... __________________

21 July 2020, 04:06 AM	#8
JSCP "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Watch: RolexPatekCartier Posts: 2,408	Keep the Daytona, much better and get SKYD or Panerai __________________ PP5167r; PP5153r; PPNautilus 7118r; PP3733-YG; DD40 RG/Sundust; DD40YG/White/Roman;DD40 WG/Olive;Daytona RG;Sub Black YG; Daytona Panda; Celebration 41; GMT-II’s: Left VTNR; GRNR; Batman; SkyDweller SSJubilee/Black; SUB no-date; Oysterquartz SS; DJ SS 36mm’87; Cartier-Roadster YG;Santos YG; Panther YG; Tank’73 YG, Tank Must ‘23;BulgariBB38mm/YG

21 July 2020, 03:46 AM	#4
macrowatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: HK Posts: 4,366	Buy what you like, but seems like the short end of the trade.

21 July 2020, 03:51 AM	#5
JebM "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: 🤷🏻 Watch: 114060 Posts: 273	Keep Daytona. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2020, 04:01 AM	#6
Spoonage 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: California Posts: 3,133	My preference would be to keep the Daytona and add the SeaDweller or the SkyDweller. I'm not one to worry about the value as that will change over time for all watches, there was a reason you bought the Daytona, have those reasons for ownership changed? If you have to sell the Daytona for the new watch, is there someone in your circle of Friends / Family that would like the watch and you could sell it to them, or Here on TRF. If you're really worried about values then selling here would likely net you more than trading to your dealer. Dealing here and / or to your friends ensures the Daytona gets in the hands of an enthusiast and not someone only looking for status and value.

21 July 2020, 04:11 AM	#9
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	in terms of $ valuewise either the current or future bet all lean to the ss daytona, but of course you should go for the watch you want.

21 July 2020, 04:12 AM	#10
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	If your decision is based on value then keep the Daytona. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 July 2020, 04:12 AM	#11
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,173	Tough call, if were solely based on preference of watches, I would probably choose the SD43. However, there are a few factors to consider for me, namely the risk of finding the SD43 uncomfortable due to the caseback, something that can be exacerbated by the gold. The Daytona is the more flexible watch, and much harder to reaquire. I would keep the Daytona. I wouldn't make this decision based on the internet, I would need to see and feel the SD43 on my wrist before I could even consider this.

21 July 2020, 04:14 AM	#12
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	Wear what you suits you, but if you haven't been collecting watches for long you may find that your taste in watches including their ideal size will change. If you are a seasoned collector or have large wrists go for it.

21 July 2020, 04:26 AM	#14
2nastie "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: YVR Watch: Time Only Posts: 2,332	Value wise those two watches typically trend in opposite directions. Daytona goes up, Sea Dweller goes down. It is up to you on which you perceive is a higher value since you'll be the one wearing the piece.

21 July 2020, 04:49 AM	#15
DC116710LN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: US Posts: 1,057	Have you tried on the TT Sea Dweller? Are you certain it's the watch for you? Very few Rolex models can compete with the SS Daytona on price appreciation. If you don't enjoy the piece, it may be worth trading but I would only do so if you're certain the incoming model is what you want. If trading blind, I would personally prefer the SS Sky Dweller which is more likely to hold value than the TT Sea Dweller.

21 July 2020, 10:06 AM	#16
doma25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: NYC Posts: 2	Than you all for the thoughtful responses. A lot of good points made. The SS daytona is a beautiful watch, just a little small for my wrist/hand size.... i'm 6'4"+. Although it's slightly small, i think i will hold onto it and splurge another day for a bigger watch. Don't want to be tempted/rushed by a trade. Thanks!

21 July 2020, 10:38 AM	#17
lcs77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Earth Posts: 513	Keep the daytona __________________ 116515LN - 116600 SD4K - 116710BLNR Batman - 116610LV Hulk - 16013 Datejust - 116500LN Black - 116500LN White - 126710BLRO Pepsi Jubilee - 126610LV - 126710BLRO Pepsi Oyster - Hublot Bigbang Unico - 226570 Polar

21 July 2020, 12:33 PM	#19
zaydans "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Joe Location: CONUS Watch: Rolex 116710 Posts: 994	Keep the Daytona. No brainer. Sea Dweller won’t tank but it won’t appreciate either whereas we’ve all seen the Daytona going only one way and that is upward.

21 July 2020, 12:44 PM	#20
Brny11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Florida Posts: 2,460	Many will say don’t worry about value, get what you like, blah blah. To a certain degree, I would agree. However, don’t completely disregard value. I do believe that the black Daytona is a wayyyy better watch. Not a fan of tt SD. I’d try steel SD43 personally. Even then, I wouldn’t do it but if you need a Rolex, that’s a larger watch. Omega, Tudor and many others make larger chronographs as well.

21 July 2020, 01:01 PM	#22
Uppersouth 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Lee Location: Kentucky Watch: SWISS Posts: 1,562	I would hold on to the Daytona and save up for the SD. The SDTT will be readily available when you’re ready. By the time you save the money you may find something you want that’s totally different. Good luck and enjoy the collecting journey! __________________ Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -ROBERT FROST

21 July 2020, 01:28 PM	#23
fixinbones "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: New York Watch: 118206 Posts: 911	If retained value is not important I would get the SD 43. I think the pre-ceramic Daytonas have lost their desirability, for me at least. __________________ 126719 BLRO meteorite 126660 D-blue 118206 Day Date

21 July 2020, 01:32 PM	#24
didikwahyu "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Felix Location: bekasi, Indonesia Watch: GMT master II , Br Posts: 111	Keep Daytona Sent from my Pixel 2 XL using Tapatalk

21 July 2020, 01:44 PM	#25
s46 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Canada Posts: 244	keep Daytona

21 July 2020, 02:55 PM	#26
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	I owned that era Daytona in the apparently more desirable white, its nothing earthmoving as a chrono or a Rolex, but that’s me. Buy a Speedmaster Pro and you'll scratch the chrono itch. So take the trade and order a new Daytona at the same time because it sounds like you're dealing with an AD -- so now's your chance. When it arrives in a year or two, then decide on keeping the SD43.

21 July 2020, 03:08 PM	#27
Frank McKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,650	I think you would ultimately regret trading away the 116520 black dial Daytona. That is such a fierce and timeless watch.

21 July 2020, 05:04 PM	#28
gops "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: SoCal Posts: 171	get the sky dweller, sea dweller is uncomfortable...

21 July 2020, 05:13 PM	#29
horseShu "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Dense Rainforest Watch: Aqua Terra Posts: 514	sell the daytona, put the money in mutual funds. for sure, in 10 years it will be worth 10k more.

21 July 2020, 05:51 PM	#30
Manu74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: Mark Location: Europe Watch: BLRO \| LV \| SkyD Posts: 1,403	If the Daytona is too small for you, go for a SS SD43 or SS SkyD.

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