Oysterflex Daytona - consolidate to attain?

[JParm]

I'm on the list for one and I truly do like it - but if it were to come, I'd have to release couple from the collection.

The watches that 100% will stay in the collection are the 16710, the DD40, the DJ41 and the GS. My Reverso was my wedding watch and I've had it for 8 years but rarely wear it; even my wife is blah about it. I think I like the idea more than the actual watch itself. Never thought I would release the Hulk, but I could potentially see myself doing that to help fund this (prices are insane), or the birth year 16800...just not sure. I'd probably get rid of the Black Bay as well, since that lives on RubberB.

This wouldn't happen for sometime I presume, since I've heard the wait is long.

What are your thoughts? Is it worth it? It would be a consolidation exercise as well...Pics taken off the net.

[pwf6031]

I have one in WG and it's my favorite watch of all time. It's a joy to wear. Sporty and luxurious feeling, and the WG flies under the radar. Go for it, imo!

[Cru Jones]

Beauty of a watch.

I personally would keep the 116610LV. It's just that good and you love it. It will not get cheaper, so, if you regret it, good luck....

Instead, I would let go of the 16710 (it's easy to get back and, with the 16800, you have older Rolex sports well covered), the Reverso (because neither you nor your wife are keen on it, it's just a watch and you have the GS for a nice strap watch) and the Black Bay (too many watches of yours I would rather wear). If you need to flip one more instead of adding cash, then bye-bye 16800 (116610LV is special and better for day-to-day).

* OF RG Daytona
* RG DD 40
* 116610LV
[* 16800]
* DJ41
* GS

[JParm]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Beauty of a watch.

I personally would keep the 116610LV. It's just that good and you love it. It will not get cheaper, so, if you regret it, good luck....

Instead, I would let go of the 16710 (it's easy to get back and, with the 16800, you have older Rolex sports well covered), the Reverso (because neither you nor your wife are keen on it, it's just a watch and you have the GS for a nice strap watch) and the Black Bay (too many watches of yours I would rather wear). If you need to flip one more instead of adding cash, then bye-bye 16800 (116610LV is special and better for day-to-day).

* OF RG Daytona
* RG DD 40
* 116610LV
[* 16800]
* DJ41
* GS

Thanks Cru - I don't disagree with anything you said above. The benefit of letting go of the Hulk is more cash, but I do truly love the watch and could see regret in letting it go.

I like (love?) the 16800, but the Oysteflex Daytona...wow baby.

[rmagoo57]

Where/when do you plan to wear that beauty? Out for dinner, on vacation, etc. If you didn't have this, what current piece would wear? There's your answer!

[WalterW]

Definitely sell the wedding watch.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by WalterW

Definitely sell the wedding watch.

Yeah...I'm starting to realize the whole "sentimentality" behind some watches isn't worth its weight in gold. It just sits in the box.

[doboy007]

I’m waiting for a WG OF from my AD and most likely will need to sell one of my watches to offset the cost since my wifey won’t be too thrilled. Likely my SkyD will go. I wouldn’t dare to sell my Hulk and you shouldn’t either :)

[bp1000]

I’d keep the LV if you can. It’s just so different and potentially a regret and hard to come by (price wise) in the future.

I’d let go the JLC, BB and birth year sub. And try and make up the difference to the Daytona. Which is truly stunning in that combo.

[Pw92676]

IMO it’s kind of irrelevant now. If and when that day comes then decide. But I’d agree to get rid of what you don’t wear if you need to come up with funds.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by Pw92676

IMO it’s kind of irrelevant now. If and when that day comes then decide. But I’d agree to get rid of what you don’t wear if you need to come up with funds.

True - I'm not getting rid of anything until the day it comes (IF it comes).

Just planning for that future date so I'm ready!

[Harry-57]

If I liked it enough I would consolidate. One day I probably will. Each to their own. Right now I prefer the variety.

[Pw92676]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

True - I'm not getting rid of anything until the day it comes (IF it comes).

Just planning for that future date so I'm ready!

In this situation you have time on your side. Dig out the reverso and wear it. If it’s not ringing bells, may as well part with it now. Id probably do that also with the Tudor. As for the subs, worth hanging onto if you like them. Even if market drops I doubt it will do so precipitously so doubt you will lose lots of money by selling later.

Even though you don’t consider the dd, dj, gs as expendable, the rate at which your collection changes I wouldn’t be surprised if you changed your mind in the future. In that situation same as for the subs.

[rolexest]

Post a collection shot for us to judge

[-dustin]

Eh, I wouldn't drop the wedding watch. But that's just me speaking from my own personal experience/ regret. And I'd also have no qualms dropping the Hulk, assuming the Daytona tickled the same fancy. Take advantage of the sky high valuation. Black Bay would get the axe since they're easily replaced if desired, unless it can stand in as 'beater', and birth year....meh.

[HippoPAPAmus]

The Daytona OF is a lot of fun. It is the most comfortable watch I’ve ever owned. Very sporty and stands out amongst rest of my collection that is all bracelets. Also being gold it has a little more substance than the SS version. I prefer the ceramic bezel as well so that is also nice. I will say you should try one on first if you can. The Daytona wears smaller than your DD40 (which wears smaller than your Hulk). The OF helps a bit in my opinion, but it’s something to consider.

My $.02: Keep the Hulk at all costs. They aren’t getting any cheaper and you’ll never want to pay the ridiculous premium to get it back so once it’s gone, it’s likely gone forever. As crazy as it may sound to some, if I were after another watch I would let my WG OF go and get back on the list for another before I would sell my Hulk. I’ve never paid over list for a watch and I don’t know that I ever will. Paying $10k+ over list for a used watch I once got at a discount would not sit well with me.

Finally, since your DD40 is RG might you consider a WG or YG? WG came my way first (below), but I’ve seriously considered the YG with the Paul Newman dial to further spice things up (not mine, but very cool).






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[Handey0465]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

I'm on the list for one and I truly do like it - but if it were to come, I'd have to release couple from the collection.

The watches that 100% will stay in the collection are the 16710, the DD40, the DJ41 and the GS. My Reverso was my wedding watch and I've had it for 8 years but rarely wear it; even my wife is blah about it. I think I like the idea more than the actual watch itself. Never thought I would release the Hulk, but I could potentially see myself doing that to help fund this (prices are insane), or the birth year 16800...just not sure. I'd probably get rid of the Black Bay as well, since that lives on RubberB.

This wouldn't happen for sometime I presume, since I've heard the wait is long.

What are your thoughts? Is it worth it? It would be a consolidation exercise as well...Pics taken off the net.

Let's say you get the OF Daytona. What's the chances it eventually becomes a consolidation piece itself for another future purchase?

[CoveWatch]

I'd get rid of a couple of watches that you find yourself wearing seldomly... I think that daytona would add a nice variety to your collection. What I am sure of though, is that its always fun to have these kinds of thoughts. Good luck and enjoy!

[Etschell]

I would but since you already have rose gold I'd go with yellow.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Thanks Cru - I don't disagree with anything you said above. The benefit of letting go of the Hulk is more cash, but I do truly love the watch and could see regret in letting it go.

I like (love?) the 16800, but the Oysteflex Daytona...wow baby.

I agree with Cru (no surprise there)

You’re going to want a diver anyway so why screw up a good thing and get rid of one of the best

You’re welcome

[bp1000]

Originally Posted by HippoPAPAmus

The Daytona OF is a lot of fun. It is the most comfortable watch I’ve ever owned. Very sporty and stands out amongst rest of my collection that is all bracelets. Also being gold it has a little more substance than the SS version. I prefer the ceramic bezel as well so that is also nice. I will say you should try one on first if you can. The Daytona wears smaller than your DD40 (which wears smaller than your Hulk). The OF helps a bit in my opinion, but it’s something to consider.

My $.02: Keep the Hulk at all costs. They aren’t getting any cheaper and you’ll never want to pay the ridiculous premium to get it back so once it’s gone, it’s likely gone forever. As crazy as it may sound to some, if I were after another watch I would let my WG OF go and get back on the list for another before I would sell my Hulk. I’ve never paid over list for a watch and I don’t know that I ever will. Paying $10k+ over list for a used watch I once got at a discount would not sit well with me.

Finally, since your DD40 is RG might you consider a WG or YG? WG came my way first (below), but I’ve seriously considered the YG with the Paul Newman dial to further spice things up (not mine, but very cool).






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Same thoughts here

This is the perfect holiday watch. Taken it on two holidays this year and it’s also one if not the most comfortable watch I own. Although brand new those fins dig in, given a week of tight fitment they change and it becomes very comfortable.

I too went with WG first but really want to add the YG. Held off for now. I try to not to buy watches that are too similar.

[JParm]

Originally Posted by rolexest

Post a collection shot for us to judge

Will do in the near future. I took one the other day and forgot to include my BB...whoops!

Originally Posted by bp1000

I’d keep the LV if you can. It’s just so different and potentially a regret and hard to come by (price wise) in the future.

I’d let go the JLC, BB and birth year sub. And try and make up the difference to the Daytona. Which is truly stunning in that combo.

Originally Posted by HippoPAPAmus

My $.02: Keep the Hulk at all costs. They aren’t getting any cheaper and you’ll never want to pay the ridiculous premium to get it back so once it’s gone, it’s likely gone forever. As crazy as it may sound to some, if I were after another watch I would let my WG OF go and get back on the list for another before I would sell my Hulk. I’ve never paid over list for a watch and I don’t know that I ever will. Paying $10k+ over list for a used watch I once got at a discount would not sit well with me.

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Originally Posted by brandrea

I agree with Cru (no surprise there)

You’re going to want a diver anyway so why screw up a good thing and get rid of one of the best

You’re welcome

As always around here - great minds think alike. Along with Cru, I am in agreement with what you vets are saying.

The Hulk is truly something special, and that's why I love it so much. I had a moment of weakness when posting earlier but that was due to it's current market worth. I can make up for that cash elsewhere if the OF Daytona comes up!

[jaisonline]

I would def consolidate my collection of barely worn watches (including a 116610 LV) toward a WG Daytona especially the meteorite one on OysterFlex. Then again maybe I would because my collection is lucky to include a 16610LV before prices went nutty.

[SWS65SM]

Is your AD saying that they will actually keeping you in mind for one down the road? Out here in many large markets it's simply a matter of reaching a certain spending threshold, otherwise the attempt with the AD route will simply be futile.

I was also drawn to this particularly combo but held off requesting this piece, am considering the WG version instead now. Part of that is because already have one RG piece in 126715 and want a bit more diversity in color in the collection, while some of the feedback also mentioned this particularly combo has a darker appearance which does not quite jive with what I tend to wear. Not sure if these factors matter to you , but I know you do have a RG DD40...

[JParm]

Originally Posted by SWS65SM

Is your AD saying that they will actually keeping you in mind for one down the road? Out here in many large markets it's simply a matter of reaching a certain spending threshold, otherwise the attempt with the AD route will simply be futile.

I was also drawn to this particularly combo but held off requesting this piece, am considering the WG version instead now. Part of that is because already have one RG piece in 126715 and want a bit more diversity in color in the collection, while some of the feedback also mentioned this particularly combo has a darker appearance which does not quite jive with what I tend to wear. Not sure if these factors matter to you , but I know you do have a RG DD40...

Yes - same AD that got me the OP41 and DJ41. She said it would be awhile, but definitely pushed for me to get on the list if that means anything (she actually seems to care).

[macrowatch]

Hulk plus DD plus OF would be a killer trio.

Not sure how any of the other watches would get onto the wrist after that and would only serve to look pretty in the box.

[OrangeSport]

No

[train-time]

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Yes - same AD that got me the OP41 and DJ41. She said it would be awhile, but definitely pushed for me to get on the list if that means anything (she actually seems to care).

Jessie, you are lucky to be considered for this allocation at MSRP by your AD. Where I am it takes considerably more than MSRP to get one of these from an AD. Lists don't mean anything.

[GolfJunkie]

Originally Posted by macrowatch

Hulk plus DD plus OF would be a killer trio.

Not sure how any of the other watches would get onto the wrist after that and would only serve to look pretty in the box.

Have to agree with this + I would keep the 16710.

Easy for me to say

Really wish I could get down to 4-6 watches. Just don't see how I can get there...

[Horationelson]

I really want to add one of these as well.

But I don’t get the OF (and haven’t seen it in a boutique, so would be buying blind).. I hear great things about it and I know it has metal inside etc, but is it really that much more than a rubber b? Is it durable/ages well? Does it pull on arm hair?!