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jpjsavage · 29 July 2021, 06:01 PM

I'm retiring from full-time employment to concentrate on running my own business for the last few years of my working life.

To celebrate this moment, I've been talking to my AD about purchasing a special watch. I'm lucky to own a vintage Daytona (6239) from my birth year (1969) and I've been offered the chance to buy a modern Daytona.

The two options on the table are the 116518LN (with any dial apart from the meterite), or the 116505 with sunset dial and diamonds.

For the 116518LN, I really like the diamond set dial with the matt black finish and red accents.

Pictures below. Just wondering what your thoughts are about these two options. Given their price point, I do have to think about longer term financial values too, but in the short term this watch would be worn and enjoyed. Hopefully, either would prove to be a good asset financially.

116518LN

116505

JSolution · 29 July 2021, 07:00 PM

If you’re going PM get the full experience and a bracelet!

Brew · 29 July 2021, 07:07 PM

Congratulations and best wishes.

I have never tried an OF bracelet, but I think I would grow tired of it. Gold, otoh, . . . .

Can't help with a $$ prediction. My choice of watches proves that's not one of my strengths.

ks58 · 29 July 2021, 07:10 PM

I like the OF but I’m a bit younger than you. Both great looking watches. Congrats.

Wahlberg · 29 July 2021, 07:12 PM

What's the point in rewarding yourself after a long career if you have to think about potential value retention?

Then I would say, don't buy one and especially not as a nest egg.

Golf&Watches · 29 July 2021, 07:42 PM

Bracelet and baguettes all the way, stunning watch, I don't care for the OF. Good luck

jpjsavage · 29 July 2021, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

What's the point in rewarding yourself after a long career if you have to think about potential value retention?

Then I would say, don't buy one and especially not as a nest egg.

Definitely not buying as a nest egg. Will be part of a collection and I think it is prudent to look ahead as well as enjoy the moment!

GoingPlaces · 29 July 2021, 08:05 PM

If no legibility issues go with the RG, stunning. Also, IMO at this level spend a little more and go full PM.

Ona · 29 July 2021, 08:06 PM

Well a reward should have no restrictions....so if you can afford to, why not get them both...:cheers

brandrea · 29 July 2021, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSolution

If you’re going PM get the full experience and a bracelet!

My thoughts exactly

Enjoy the closing chapter OP

rmlovett1 · 29 July 2021, 08:09 PM

If i were making this decision, I’d base it off a couple things….is it part of a bigger collection and how am I wearing it?….casually and often , or as a once in a while special piece?

JSol1 · 29 July 2021, 10:10 PM

Can’t comment on which is better for you, but what I can say is don’t be put off with the OF. I was leery of it until I tried one on. Bought one and I absolutely love it. I’m currently waiting for my second OF, a WG Daytona on OF…
Good luck and congratulations on the next chapter!

MONTANTK · 29 July 2021, 10:14 PM

116505 for sure!

1665fan · 29 July 2021, 10:21 PM

RG baguettes

Benzsiam · 29 July 2021, 10:26 PM

Both are gorgeous timepieces, it depends which one sings to you louder, go for that one.

I personally preferred full bracelet but I think OF is more comfortable to wear.

If money is no problem, get both of them.

DC116710LN · 29 July 2021, 10:28 PM

Of the two shown, I'm partial to the full-metal rose gold Daytona. I would imagine that neither option is going to retain value all that well in comparison with other Rolex models

Deepseadoug · 29 July 2021, 10:32 PM

Full bracelet all day!

WalterW · 29 July 2021, 10:34 PM

Rose gold all day everyday. But I prefer the chocolate dial

Oxfordian · 30 July 2021, 12:25 AM

Not a fan of either but if I had to choose between the two it would be the OF Daytona.

Part of the problem for me is the washed out colour in the RG model picture, I’m sure in real-life that colour is darker.

Good luck deciding on which one to choose.

pricejake · 30 July 2021, 12:27 AM

Get the full bracelet. To me its more elegant.

huncho · 30 July 2021, 12:27 AM

full bracelet 100%. especially that dial

Frank McKay · 30 July 2021, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

What's the point in rewarding yourself after a long career if you have to think about potential value retention?

Then I would say, don't buy one and especially not as a nest egg.

Agree.

BogdanS · 30 July 2021, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by JSolution

If you’re going PM get the full experience and a bracelet!

This

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envuks · 30 July 2021, 08:09 AM

Can’t go wrong with either of these pieces. You might find the oysterflex a bit easier to wear than the pm bracelet over time. I find I tend to be careful / conscious when I’m wearing a pm bracelet myself

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BNA/LION · 30 July 2021, 08:16 AM

RG Bracelet and Baguette Dial! Congratz on retirement!

SWS65SM · 30 July 2021, 10:16 AM

the OF wears reaaaaaly comfortably, it really works for someone (like me) who just sweat profusely.

But in this case I really do agree with the thought that the way to truly experience PM is through full bracelet, and that RG/baguettes combo looks amazing to me

Congratulations on reaching such a personal milestone!

Watchsama · 30 July 2021, 10:21 AM

I switched from the chocolate dial to this one. Feels like a new watch

TimeAZ · 30 July 2021, 10:26 AM

Option 2 for sure

I would pick the one that comes with a real bracelet, not some rubber "re-enforced" rip-off.

Besides that, I also think the rose gold one looks incredible.

DESH · 30 July 2021, 10:54 AM

Rose gold with diamond baguette ��

subprimero · 30 July 2021, 10:59 AM

116505

29 July 2021, 06:01 PM	#1
jpjsavage "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Manchester Posts: 199	Retirement, and a nice choice to make ... I'm retiring from full-time employment to concentrate on running my own business for the last few years of my working life. To celebrate this moment, I've been talking to my AD about purchasing a special watch. I'm lucky to own a vintage Daytona (6239) from my birth year (1969) and I've been offered the chance to buy a modern Daytona. The two options on the table are the 116518LN (with any dial apart from the meterite), or the 116505 with sunset dial and diamonds. For the 116518LN, I really like the diamond set dial with the matt black finish and red accents. Pictures below. Just wondering what your thoughts are about these two options. Given their price point, I do have to think about longer term financial values too, but in the short term this watch would be worn and enjoyed. Hopefully, either would prove to be a good asset financially. 116518LN 116505

29 July 2021, 10:26 PM	#15
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	Both are gorgeous timepieces, it depends which one sings to you louder, go for that one. I personally preferred full bracelet but I think OF is more comfortable to wear. If money is no problem, get both of them. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

30 July 2021, 12:25 AM	#19
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 3,117	Not a fan of either but if I had to choose between the two it would be the OF Daytona. Part of the problem for me is the washed out colour in the RG model picture, I’m sure in real-life that colour is darker. Good luck deciding on which one to choose. __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

30 July 2021, 08:09 AM	#24
envuks 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New England Posts: 3,741	Can’t go wrong with either of these pieces. You might find the oysterflex a bit easier to wear than the pm bracelet over time. I find I tend to be careful / conscious when I’m wearing a pm bracelet myself Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Current watches: 116718ln, 116500 black dial, 40mm Breitling Chronomat MOP dial “A man with one watch always knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.”

30 July 2021, 08:16 AM	#25
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,650	RG Bracelet and Baguette Dial! Congratz on retirement! __________________ ✦ 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.

29 July 2021, 07:00 PM	#2
JSolution "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Jay Location: England Watch: SkyD Posts: 6,398	If you’re going PM get the full experience and a bracelet!

29 July 2021, 07:07 PM	#3
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	Congratulations and best wishes. I have never tried an OF bracelet, but I think I would grow tired of it. Gold, otoh, . . . . Can't help with a $$ prediction. My choice of watches proves that's not one of my strengths.

29 July 2021, 07:10 PM	#4
ks58 Banned Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United States Posts: 1,533	I like the OF but I’m a bit younger than you. Both great looking watches. Congrats.

29 July 2021, 07:12 PM	#5
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,590	What's the point in rewarding yourself after a long career if you have to think about potential value retention? Then I would say, don't buy one and especially not as a nest egg.

29 July 2021, 07:42 PM	#6
Golf&Watches "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Global Watch: 116719 Posts: 482	Bracelet and baguettes all the way, stunning watch, I don't care for the OF. Good luck

29 July 2021, 08:05 PM	#8
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	If no legibility issues go with the RG, stunning. Also, IMO at this level spend a little more and go full PM.

29 July 2021, 08:06 PM	#9
Ona Banned Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: USA Posts: 138	Well a reward should have no restrictions....so if you can afford to, why not get them both...:cheers

29 July 2021, 08:09 PM	#11
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	If i were making this decision, I’d base it off a couple things….is it part of a bigger collection and how am I wearing it?….casually and often , or as a once in a while special piece?

29 July 2021, 10:10 PM	#12
JSol1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: New England Posts: 1,933	Can’t comment on which is better for you, but what I can say is don’t be put off with the OF. I was leery of it until I tried one on. Bought one and I absolutely love it. I’m currently waiting for my second OF, a WG Daytona on OF… Good luck and congratulations on the next chapter!

29 July 2021, 10:14 PM	#13
MONTANTK "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: New York Posts: 465	116505 for sure!

29 July 2021, 10:21 PM	#14
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,660	RG baguettes

29 July 2021, 10:28 PM	#16
DC116710LN "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: US Posts: 1,057	Of the two shown, I'm partial to the full-metal rose gold Daytona. I would imagine that neither option is going to retain value all that well in comparison with other Rolex models

29 July 2021, 10:32 PM	#17
Deepseadoug Banned Join Date: May 2019 Location: Earth Posts: 169	Full bracelet all day!

29 July 2021, 10:34 PM	#18
WalterW "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: USA Posts: 279	Rose gold all day everyday. But I prefer the chocolate dial

30 July 2021, 12:27 AM	#20
pricejake Banned Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: The States Posts: 40	Get the full bracelet. To me its more elegant.

30 July 2021, 12:27 AM	#21
huncho 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: nyc Posts: 6,719	full bracelet 100%. especially that dial

30 July 2021, 10:16 AM	#26
SWS65SM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: EAST Watch: Rainbow....CasiOak Posts: 508	the OF wears reaaaaaly comfortably, it really works for someone (like me) who just sweat profusely. But in this case I really do agree with the thought that the way to truly experience PM is through full bracelet, and that RG/baguettes combo looks amazing to me Congratulations on reaching such a personal milestone!

30 July 2021, 10:21 AM	#27
Watchsama "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Tellus Posts: 194	I switched from the chocolate dial to this one. Feels like a new watch

30 July 2021, 10:26 AM	#28
TimeAZ "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2020 Location: USA Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 2,240	Option 2 for sure I would pick the one that comes with a real bracelet, not some rubber "re-enforced" rip-off. Besides that, I also think the rose gold one looks incredible.

30 July 2021, 10:54 AM	#29
DESH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Desh Location: in a car driving Watch: ing the numbers.. Posts: 1,223	Rose gold with diamond baguette �� __________________ Instagram: wristkink

30 July 2021, 10:59 AM	#30
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	116505

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