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Old 21 August 2024, 10:57 PM   #1
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Daytona Question (Old Ref vs New Ref) 116XXX vs 126XXX

I think I'm finally going to bite the bullet and go grey for a YG or RG OF Daytona, but I am torn between the older ref vs. the newer ref. Currently it's about a $5-6K difference to get the newer reference.

I've seen and read tons of videos/article comparing the two but I haven't had an opportunity to see/try either.

For me the four biggest considerations are:
  • Hold of value: Do you believe there will continue to be a ~$5K difference for a 126 vs a 116 reference? Watches aren't investments, but I do like knowing that value is held/maintained as I like to up-trade every few years for a new experience.
  • Case Size/Shape: Is there a preference? Is one more comfortable? Is one better looking?
  • Clasp: I really like the idea of the 126 having GlideLock vs the 116 having EasyLink. In reality, is this a practical pro or more neutral between the two?
  • Color: Some videos/articles cite that shade of YG or RG on a 126 may be slightly muted from that on a 116. Those who have seen both in person, is this true? How noticable? Which was better in your opinion?
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Old 22 August 2024, 12:35 AM   #2
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I’m no expert here, having only owned an 116500, however from your considerations mentioned I only really see the glide lock clasp versus the flip lock as being genuine differences/concerns.

The above said, in my personal experience I’ve always managed to comfortably fit Rolex watches fitted with flip lock extensions, such that even this difference would be negligible to me. Do you know if your wrist swells up/changes size easily/frequently?


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Old 22 August 2024, 12:39 AM   #3
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- Yes
- Same
- Clasp is bigger on the new one which looks ugly imho. For me not a plus.
- Same

All in all the new one looks better because of the ring around the insert and its more refined dial. Would be my choice
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:15 AM   #4
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Thank you both, appreciate the input!
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:23 AM   #5
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1. If bought from AD then of course will hold value and appreciate, that being said 116 will need to be grey so what I see they sit around 22k gbp for half decent white, so all you will do is get your money back I’d say. I believe 126 will drop and be almost the same as 116 writhing 2 years.
2.id say 126 is better looking.
3.Glidelock is so much better.
4. 116 white, 126 black.
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:24 AM   #6
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I think I'm finally going to bite the bullet and go grey for a YG or RG OF Daytona, but I am torn between the older ref vs. the newer ref. Currently it's about a $5-6K difference to get the newer reference.

I've seen and read tons of videos/article comparing the two but I haven't had an opportunity to see/try either.

For me the four biggest considerations are:
  • Hold of value: Do you believe there will continue to be a ~$5K difference for a 126 vs a 116 reference? Watches aren't investments, but I do like knowing that value is held/maintained as I like to up-trade every few years for a new experience.
  • Case Size/Shape: Is there a preference? Is one more comfortable? Is one better looking?
  • Clasp: I really like the idea of the 126 having GlideLock vs the 116 having EasyLink. In reality, is this a practical pro or more neutral between the two?
  • Color: Some videos/articles cite that shade of YG or RG on a 126 may be slightly muted from that on a 116. Those who have seen both in person, is this true? How noticable? Which was better in your opinion?
A discontinued 11 unworn 2023 costs much more than the new model 12. 5/6 k less cost Used discontinued from 2016/17 etc etc old two-tone cards
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:27 AM   #7
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I like 126 proportions over 116. Way more elegant and just works with the smaller case size of Daytona better (it is 38.5mm after all, not 40 mm)
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:32 AM   #8
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OP, please be mindful that a number of replies that you’re seeing are speaking of the differences between 11 and 12 series SS Daytona’s and not the PM versions you are considering.


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Old 22 August 2024, 01:33 AM   #9
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Guys he’s taking about OF models not steel
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Old 22 August 2024, 01:39 AM   #10
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I think I'm finally going to bite the bullet and go grey for a YG or RG OF Daytona, but I am torn between the older ref vs. the newer ref. Currently it's about a $5-6K difference to get the newer reference.

I've seen and read tons of videos/article comparing the two but I haven't had an opportunity to see/try either.

For me the four biggest considerations are:
  • Hold of value: Do you believe there will continue to be a ~$5K difference for a 126 vs a 116 reference? Watches aren't investments, but I do like knowing that value is held/maintained as I like to up-trade every few years for a new experience.
  • Case Size/Shape: Is there a preference? Is one more comfortable? Is one better looking?
  • Clasp: I really like the idea of the 126 having GlideLock vs the 116 having EasyLink. In reality, is this a practical pro or more neutral between the two?
  • Color: Some videos/articles cite that shade of YG or RG on a 126 may be slightly muted from that on a 116. Those who have seen both in person, is this true? How noticable? Which was better in your opinion?
I gotta say, having the glidelock on the oysterflex clasp is a gamechanger. that alone had me wanting the new reference vs going grey for the previous reference.
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Old 22 August 2024, 02:07 AM   #11
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I think it also comes down to the preference of dials. All of the new 126 references are slightly different compared to the previous 116 references. I'm hoping to acquire a yellow gold OF Daytona. I prefer the newer reference for all of the dials except for the black dial.

I've tried on both versions and don't think there is a big difference in how the case shape feels on the wrist.

As far as the bezel differences go, I believe the durability of an all-ceramic bezel is a plus. The aesthetics are debatable as the precious metal bezel ring has a certain appeal.

The larger glidelock clasp of the 126 series has its pros and cons. It is bigger, so it will be more noticeable on the wrist, but you are getting more precious metal, and that adds some value. The infinite adjustability is the biggest pro in my opinion.
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