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JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 07:19 AM

Need some help friends….

Long story short….decided to ride the motorcycle with the old man and we went by my AD just to say hi and see how things were post 9/1 with the launch. Discussed Rolex and the like, and they let me try some stuff they had in the case on (a TT Sky-D, a TT Sea-Dweller, and a 116509 Blue Dial) as we made more chit chat. My AD knows I love the classic Day-Date sans roman numerals and he brought out one for me to try on (yellow gold, motif dial, stick markers) and I fell in love.

Now, the only problem is I would have to see a piece to acquire the Day Date. My AD would eat up the taxes and also discount a little ($34k USD OTD) but I was hoping for more in the lower 30’s. So my questions are as follows:

Owning a 116500 (white), a 126715, A 114060, an IWC Big Pilot, and an Omega Speedmaster (I gave my Seamaster to my dad) one would have to get moved if I decide to purchase it. More of my thought is to the CHNR but I am open to suggestions.

So what say you?

As always, thanks for the replies and helping someone spend thousands of dollars.

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jakemiller69 · 3 September 2020, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JayHantz

Need some help friends….

Long story short….decided to ride the motorcycle with the old man and we went by my AD just to say hi and see how things were post 9/1 with the launch. Discussed Rolex and the like, and they let me try some stuff they had in the case on (a TT Sky-D, a TT Sea-Dweller, and a 116509 Blue Dial) as we made more chit chat. My AD knows I love the classic Day-Date sans roman numerals and he brought out one for me to try on (yellow gold, motif dial, stick markers) and I fell in love.

Now, the only problem is I would have to see a piece to acquire the Day Date. My AD would eat up the taxes and also discount a little ($34k USD OTD) but I was hoping for more in the lower 30’s. So my questions are as follows:

Owning a 116500 (white), a 126715, A 114060, an IWC Big Pilot, and an Omega Speedmaster (I gave my Seamaster to my dad) one would have to get moved if I decide to purchase it. More of my thought is to the CHNR but I am open to suggestions.

So what say you?

As always, thanks for the replies and helping someone spend thousands of dollars.

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My DD is one of my favorites and find myself even wanting to wear it casually and often. It’s a classic piece that will never go out of style and the black dial is gorgeous.

If money isn’t an object and it’s the DD that you want then go for it.

I paid full price on mine but bought a PM bluesy and received 10% on that at same time. So our discounts are pretty similar. The YouTube boys are hyping this watch and it’s getting tougher to buy.

JSolution · 3 September 2020, 07:24 AM

Take your pic! That is one amazing looking watch and a great photo of that dial.

You’ll be happy whatever you decide good luck.

fskywalker · 3 September 2020, 07:27 AM

I would say sell the white dialed 116500 Daytona at the crazy prices they are today and capitalize on a solid gold DD.

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JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

I would say sell the white dialed 116500 Daytona at the crazy prices they are today and capitalize on a solid gold DD.

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You're not the first to suggest that.....

fskywalker · 3 September 2020, 08:11 AM

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You're not the first to suggest that.....

Gold will always be worth more than steel on my book!

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42itus · 3 September 2020, 08:13 AM

That’s a great price you’re getting! The Daytona seems like the one to sell with the prices they are commanding. That DD is much nicer than the Daytona in my biased opinion.

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cerendigit · 3 September 2020, 08:19 AM

Sell whatever you feel like wearing the least.

You won't be wearing much else after you get the DD anyway.

JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

Gold will always be worth more than steel on my book!

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Originally Posted by 42itus

That’s a great price you’re getting! The Daytona seems like the one to sell with the prices they are commanding. That DD is much nicer than the Daytona in my biased opinion.

Very descent points. Gold > SS. And you always buy low and sell high (I did get the 116500 at MSRP...)

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Originally Posted by cerendigit

Sell whatever you feel like wearing the least.

You won't be wearing much else after you get the DD anyway.

That easy to wear? Or that special that you don't need anything else?

ZOOK · 3 September 2020, 08:24 AM

Hi J,

Hang on to the Daytona. (I'm still the heir in your will, right ;^) ). Sell the Sub. With your AD relationship, you should be able to replace it with the new 124060 when/if you want to.

Congratulations and good luck.

42itus · 3 September 2020, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by ZOOK

Hi J,

Hang on to the Daytona. (I'm still the heir in your will, right ;^) ). Sell the Sub. With your AD relationship, you should be able to replace it with the new 124060 when/if you want to.

Congratulations and good luck.

Actually a good point. Not about the will, about the sub.

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JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ZOOK

Hi J,

Hang on to the Daytona. (I'm still the heir in your will, right ;^) ). Sell the Sub. With your AD relationship, you should be able to replace it with the new 124060 when/if you want to.

Congratulations and good luck.

Zook! My man! With an interesting thought about selling the Sub for this. I was told that my interest in the LV is noted and I am sure that getting this could help my chances? No?

And you are my savior for all the giveaways, so definitely in the will for the watches!

JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

Actually a good point. Not about the will, about the sub.

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Agreed!

RoscoPico · 3 September 2020, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

I would say sell the white dialed 116500 Daytona at the crazy prices they are today and capitalize on a solid gold DD.

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if i haaaaad to part with one, and i wouldn't want to part with any that you have, i'd say the same.

Hard_Six · 3 September 2020, 08:59 AM

Daytona is so tough to replace. I think trading the 126715 is the way to go. Gold for gold. Less out of pocket and then you still have good diversity with Daytona, Sub, and DD40 (on the Rolex front). All different case styles and looks.

BNA/LION · 3 September 2020, 09:03 AM

Beautiful DD and You will Love it! I just got a 40mm and it is a favorite for sure. Having to part with one sucks. Maybe the sub but I'd look at all options to keep them all if possible. Good Luck!

peterpl · 3 September 2020, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by JayHantz

Need some help friends….

Now, the only problem is I would have to see a piece to acquire the Day Date. My AD would eat up the taxes and also discount a little ($34k USD OTD) but I was hoping for more in the lower 30’s. So my questions are as follows:

Owning a 116500 (white), a 126715, A 114060, an IWC Big Pilot, and an Omega Speedmaster (I gave my Seamaster to my dad) one would have to get moved if I decide to purchase it. More of my thought is to the CHNR but I am open to suggestions.

So what say you?

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That is a hell of a watch and that dial is very subtle and perfect at the right angle to show the motif.

These have gone up in value bigtime as well. I picked mine up for $27k BNIB but from a gray dealer. Grays like David are listing these for $35k now as well so if your getting this from an AD for $34k its a good deal.

Regarding the trade I would get rid of either the IWC Big Pilor or the 114060. Both are and will be easy to replace and maybe you can even try the new sub in the future plus I dont like ND watches

Go and get that DD40!!!!!

JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by BNA/LION

Beautiful DD and You will Love it! I just got a 40mm and it is a favorite for sure. Having to part with one sucks. Maybe the sub but I'd look at all options to keep them all if possible. Good Luck!

That is a mighty fine looking Day Date, Larry! Huge congrats, I love the diamond baguettes!!! Yeah, parting with one does suck...

JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by peterpl

That is a hell of a watch and that dial is very subtle and perfect at the right angle to show the motif.

These have gone up in value bigtime as well. I picked mine up for $27k BNIB but from a gray dealer. Grays like David are listing these for $35k now as well so if your getting this from an AD for $34k its a good deal.

Regarding the trade I would get rid of either the IWC Big Pilor or the 114060. Both are and will be easy to replace and maybe you can even try the new sub in the future plus I dont like ND watches

Go and get that DD40!!!!!

I have seen prices creep up, which made me wish I executed a buy last year but hindsight is always 20/20. The Big Pilot and Sub would be a good trade, the Big Pilot is a more vintage 5002 which would be harder to source.

Bottom Line: I hate making these decisions.

Redbox · 3 September 2020, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JayHantz

I have seen prices creep up, which made me wish I executed a buy last year but hindsight is always 20/20. The Big Pilot and Sub would be a good trade, the Big Pilot is a more vintage 5002 which would be harder to source.

Bottom Line: I hate making these decisions.

I agree with you and peterpl. I have been looking at DD40 and DD36 for the last year. It seems like every week they creep up.

The other problem with both is the availability.

m0butt · 3 September 2020, 12:01 PM

I say sell the Sub. Will definitely be easiest to replace when the time is right. And if you are interested in the LV this will definitely bump you up a few spots on that list.

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Recaro18 · 3 September 2020, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

I would say sell the white dialed 116500 Daytona at the crazy prices they are today and capitalize on a solid gold DD.

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100% Agree!

ngypheap · 3 September 2020, 12:23 PM

U will never go wrong with DD40,

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JayHantz · 3 September 2020, 12:48 PM

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I say sell the Sub. Will definitely be easiest to replace when the time is right. And if you are interested in the LV this will definitely bump you up a few spots on that list.

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Sub is a contender for getting booted, especially with the random spike in prices.

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U will never go wrong with DD40,

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Absolutely stunning!!

Daytonaman799 · 3 September 2020, 12:54 PM

I would say goodbye to either the sub or the GMT, the Daytona is a nice compliment to the Day Date when you don’t want to wear the big gold but my guess is the day date will get a TON of wrist time out of the gate.

subprimero · 3 September 2020, 01:03 PM

+1 on the Sub and or the IWC.

2807 · 3 September 2020, 01:03 PM

Currently obsessed and near ready to buy my dream watch...
YG DD40, black dial, baguettes.

AD called a day ago and said they got one in...

Now, there is not one, but two, in this thread ..with great pics.
(Well, one is not baguettes, but it’s a tough choice)

Oh. This is getting dangerous.

Love. That. Watch.

peterpl · 3 September 2020, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by fskywalker

I would say sell the white dialed 116500 Daytona at the crazy prices they are today and capitalize on a solid gold DD.
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This is actually the most logical and smart thing to do. If we were to treat watches as pure trading commodities its the perfect time right now to cash in on the hype and get a free upgrade.

jimcarver · 3 September 2020, 03:47 PM

Unless you are a gold guy, I'd get rid of the CHNR. That DD is amazing.

JEAJ · 3 September 2020, 03:53 PM

WOW, hard choice. Most definitely get the DD for sure. Like some other posts have said, it will surly get lots of wear time. I really like my sport watch, but I love my DD. I’m on the thin side and my Rosegold DD 36 works perfect for me. By the way, I wear my with just about everything.The watch you are considering is truly beautiful and will match anything you wear. Just do it. Good luck.

3 September 2020, 07:19 AM	#1
JayHantz 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Texas Watch: @Escapementt Posts: 9,844	Day-Date Help Need some help friends…. Long story short….decided to ride the motorcycle with the old man and we went by my AD just to say hi and see how things were post 9/1 with the launch. Discussed Rolex and the like, and they let me try some stuff they had in the case on (a TT Sky-D, a TT Sea-Dweller, and a 116509 Blue Dial) as we made more chit chat. My AD knows I love the classic Day-Date sans roman numerals and he brought out one for me to try on (yellow gold, motif dial, stick markers) and I fell in love. Now, the only problem is I would have to see a piece to acquire the Day Date. My AD would eat up the taxes and also discount a little ($34k USD OTD) but I was hoping for more in the lower 30’s. So my questions are as follows: Owning a 116500 (white), a 126715, A 114060, an IWC Big Pilot, and an Omega Speedmaster (I gave my Seamaster to my dad) one would have to get moved if I decide to purchase it. More of my thought is to the CHNR but I am open to suggestions. So what say you? As always, thanks for the replies and helping someone spend thousands of dollars. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 September 2020, 07:27 AM	#4
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BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,627	Beautiful DD and You will Love it! I just got a 40mm and it is a favorite for sure. Having to part with one sucks. Maybe the sub but I'd look at all options to keep them all if possible. Good Luck! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

3 September 2020, 07:24 AM	#3
JSolution "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Jay Location: England Watch: SkyD Posts: 6,398	Take your pic! That is one amazing looking watch and a great photo of that dial. You’ll be happy whatever you decide good luck.

3 September 2020, 08:13 AM	#7
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	That’s a great price you’re getting! The Daytona seems like the one to sell with the prices they are commanding. That DD is much nicer than the Daytona in my biased opinion. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 September 2020, 08:19 AM	#8
cerendigit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Seattle Watch: f91w Posts: 1,078	Sell whatever you feel like wearing the least. You won't be wearing much else after you get the DD anyway.

3 September 2020, 08:24 AM	#10
ZOOK 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Real Name: Dave Location: PDX Posts: 9,908	Hi J, Hang on to the Daytona. (I'm still the heir in your will, right ;^) ). Sell the Sub. With your AD relationship, you should be able to replace it with the new 124060 when/if you want to. Congratulations and good luck.

3 September 2020, 08:59 AM	#15
Hard_Six "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Trey Location: Texas Watch: those three’s roll Posts: 3,036	Daytona is so tough to replace. I think trading the 126715 is the way to go. Gold for gold. Less out of pocket and then you still have good diversity with Daytona, Sub, and DD40 (on the Rolex front). All different case styles and looks.

3 September 2020, 12:01 PM	#21
m0butt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: NYC Posts: 174	I say sell the Sub. Will definitely be easiest to replace when the time is right. And if you are interested in the LV this will definitely bump you up a few spots on that list. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 September 2020, 12:23 PM	#23
ngypheap "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Alabama Posts: 350	U will never go wrong with DD40, Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

3 September 2020, 12:54 PM	#25
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,690	I would say goodbye to either the sub or the GMT, the Daytona is a nice compliment to the Day Date when you don’t want to wear the big gold but my guess is the day date will get a TON of wrist time out of the gate.

3 September 2020, 01:03 PM	#26
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	+1 on the Sub and or the IWC.

3 September 2020, 01:03 PM	#27
2807 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: California Posts: 315	Currently obsessed and near ready to buy my dream watch... YG DD40, black dial, baguettes. AD called a day ago and said they got one in... Now, there is not one, but two, in this thread ..with great pics. (Well, one is not baguettes, but it’s a tough choice) Oh. This is getting dangerous. Love. That. Watch.

3 September 2020, 03:47 PM	#29
jimcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Abroad Posts: 829	Unless you are a gold guy, I'd get rid of the CHNR. That DD is amazing.

3 September 2020, 03:53 PM	#30
JEAJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: USA Watch: 118235 Posts: 111	WOW, hard choice. Most definitely get the DD for sure. Like some other posts have said, it will surly get lots of wear time. I really like my sport watch, but I love my DD. I’m on the thin side and my Rosegold DD 36 works perfect for me. By the way, I wear my with just about everything.The watch you are considering is truly beautiful and will match anything you wear. Just do it. Good luck.

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