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[Duke10]

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

With the sub and the Pepsi, you've got a near perfect trio. Not to mention you've got another modern GMT inbound. So, why do anything at this point?

In my experience, the 'do nothing' answer is best in these type situations where there isn't a clear cut way ahead.

I can agree with this logic. I’m also noticing there isn’t much difference between some I see selling with heavy wear vs clean/mint (around 2-4K)
So part of me just thinks wear it for a while and sell it at a used price down the line if that’s where I’m still at.

Thank you all for the input.


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[77T]

Originally Posted by Duke10

Do nothing and wear the Daytona - it’s not that I’m in any sort of bind from a financial standpoint but I am very OCD and the PCL bracelet might drive me crazy once it shows wear. I’m firm believer in wear the watch and let the scuffs be, but I find that easier on my brushed oyster sub

Thanks as always for any insight or input

I started with Daytonas in 5-digit models. So I'm suggesting you keep the 500.

That is, with one change (due to your PCL comment).

Get a scratch brush set and have at those Daytona bracelet PCLs - now you'll be committed!
https://www.esslinger.com/metal-scra...eel-and-brass/

And you'll be able to touch-up those other bracelets as they acquire marks you dislike.


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[JJGreen]

I have not, but I feel the exact same about the watch you mentioned. In a different threat I just referred to that reference as the best single Rolex ever. But there are other watches (brands) I would take for $25-30K. It's a GREAT watch and I have no issue with grey, paying a premium, but for that money I would look at ALS, AP, and others.

[1259]

What you are describing is why I don’t buy gray

[Robf52]

Originally Posted by geoach

15k or 30k who cares we work to make money...............money is something is use to make life better in every way...............life is so short and you can't take it with you.......old guy perspective

Ditto.

[liuk3]

Been struggling with this decision for over 5 years now. Get model I want but pay exorbitant premium, or go with a different model of similar price point which would be closer to actual retail value.

[Tqmb79]

I prefer the 116 over the 126 myself. But I do get if you paid grey prices for it, it’s a lot. For that price, I’d want a PM piece. Prices won’t be going down much if at all. It’s the most sought after Rolex in the end

[Tqmb79]

Would a white dial speedy do? Wait a little and maybe try that to see if it can work for you?

[Duke10]

Originally Posted by Tqmb79

Would a white dial speedy do? Wait a little and maybe try that to see if it can work for you?

I have walked into omega so many times with intentions to buy a speedmaster and walked out empty handed every time. It’s an awesome watch, I just don’t love it.

I like the 116 a good deal better than any other watch out there in that price range. It’s the only reference I would consider spending a premium for and the fat ceramic bezel is just awesome IMO.

AP and Patek just aren’t realistic for my lifestyle and how tough I am on watches. I will baby the Daytona a bit more than the sub and gmt though for sure

Really appreciate all the insight. I think I’m just going to swallow the price tag and enjoy it for a while! Thanks again!


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[rmlovett1]

I’ve never felt this particular feeling, and I’ve bought almost every watch I’ve owned via grey dealer. I’d personally just wear it unless I didn’t like the watch itself. I wouldn’t get rid of it because I thought I paid too much

[Cambo]

I find I’m not wearing my Daytona near as much as my BLRO but, once in a while, I need to strap it on (figuratively speaking). I know I would miss it dearly if I let it go.

[Calatrava r]

If you will lose money, I would just keep it and enjoy it.

[illiguy]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

You pay once, you get to wear and enjoy forever.

Very well said.

[CarlOver]

I can see where you are coming from OP. In the eyes of Rolex, they feel it is a 15K watch. They make money on it and the AD makes money on it at that price. The white was supposedly over 50K at some point during the craziness. I think at 15K it a nice watch but even then maybe not the best buy for your money.