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Originally Posted by myk7000
If you could only have one Rolex (a special one to commemorate the birth of your child), would you go for an old GMT or old Daytona? Thinking no newer than the 16520 Zenith or 16710 GMT. Considering as far back as 1675 and 6239s.
Would love your guys' advice on what I should go for as that only Rolex? Probably a budget of $50/60K.
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I’ve had 4 digit Subs, 5 digit Daytonas and GMTs, and 6 digit Sub/GMT/Daytonas. They have come and gone. But the ones that stayed and feel most iconic/quintessential in terms of representing the Rolex brand are the 5 digit GMT (16710), 5 digit Sea Dweller (16600), and 6 digit Sub and Daytonas.
I ruled against the 5513 as they are fragile and flimsy in comparison to what Rolex are today. 5 digits - especially with solid end links - feel significantly sturdier and more becoming of what we know/expect of a premium watch.
I also ruled out the pre-ceramic Daytonas because the polished bezel is a genuine nightmare, and the 116500/126500 series are utterly beautiful and comfortable.
If I had to choose one to celebrate, it would be a Panda 116500 or Black 126500. They are more special than any of the 5 digits. Amongst the 5 digits, I think it is a tie between the 16710 and 16600, but the 16710 is more iconic perhaps…