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Is the Panda the GOAT?
I used to think the black dial, non-Paul Newman 6263 was the greatest Daytona with the best wrist presence of any Rolex (modern or vintage).
Rising prices aside, I’m beginning to think it is now the white dial 116500. Anyone agree?
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IMO no, it’s mostly hype driving prices crazy right now on this one.
Don’t get me wrong, it’s a gorgeous reference, but just imagine if for the 60th anniversary they did the white dial with all black chrono sub-dials in 41mm… the watch community would explode! Now that would be a strong contender for the GOAT! |
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It is to me out of the modern Rolex catalog.
I want to add that how the watch wears is a big factor to me besides how it looks. It’s large extended flat case back separates it from other popular models that have a semi domed case back. The cal.4130 underneath that flat case back is the best modern movement Rolex makes. “GOAT” is a sliding scale and is all how you individually prioritize what matters most to you.
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I was thinking the same way until yesterday when my AD show me a Blue SS Skydweller.
That watch is Incredible, and I own a new Daytona Panda. |
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For looks…I’d personally choose a big red any day over the 116500. For wearability I’d wear a 116500. GOAT….debatable
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Maybe it will be in terms of fame but in the hand it's not even close to being the nicest looking watch Rolex makes.
It's very photogenic for sure but there's so many angles where that watch is truly not nice to look at in real life.
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I vote yes. The rejuvenated interest in the watch market more than 5711 could be traced back to the launch of the model.
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It's the ATMO, All Time Most Overhyped.
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For me it’s a definite NO. The 6263 Big Red Daytona in black is just special, especially with those big red Daytona font. As a matter of fact that is the main reason why I got the 116500 in Black. Can only hope one day the Big Red gets a re-edition of some sort.
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It depends on what your measures are to determine the GOAT. I get it and can understand the discussions regarding it. For me, probably the Submariner.
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Hard no for me. It’s a nice watch, in fact I really like the watch and see that it checks a lot of boxes, but greatest of all time? Your definition may differ from mine, but the 116500 has zero life accomplishments. Hard to compare the new blood vs the legends of old in any meaningful way.
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Nice watch.
Put short and simple for me I don’t know how on earth the steel Daytona can be compared to a Day-Date. Greatest of all time? Absolutely not. More of a a commodity and a bragging right to most in my opinion. |
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Is the Panda the GOAT?
No. Sub Date is the GOAT if I have to pick one. Even that is open to debate frankly.
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I just got a blue SS SkyD and have to say it is next level. To me it rivals a WG piece. I've never seen a panda daytona up close though so could not compare fairly.
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Not even the best 116500! :)
Black dial isn't as legible but I prefer the look.
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It’s like comparing apples to oranges … to say any reference is the GOAT.
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Having recently compared the black and white 116500 in real life, I honestly don't even think it's the greatest 116500. Looking at the white's pictures and prices online makes it easy to lose touch with reality.
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blue sky is truly special - nothing else like it - the daytona has similar watches from zenith to tudor.
blue sky stands alone - no rolex or any other brand has a watch like it. and rarely will u see it in the wild - they make less of them than other rolexes. i seem to see the daytona reasonable amt considering everything. |
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16520 is the goat…..
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No, not the GOAT. A wonderful watch but I actually prefer the black dial and would choose that if the watch Gods offered me one.
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The real one 6263 may very well be
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The White Dial 116500 is Beautiful but technically Not a Panda. I Love mine and will likely never find a 6263 at a reasonabe price point. It could be One of the Most Iconic Daytonas Ever for Sure!
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Nope.
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It’s not even the greatest 116500, the black is.
But yes, amazing watches! |
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![]() ✦ 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. ![]() |
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Yes it is ! It will be a 100k watch...
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Owner of both ss Daytonas,but the Platona is King .Nothing really beats it .
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