Daytona Ceramic or Non-ceramic Daytona ?

[lopez784]

I was just wondering the value in the long term between the new Daytona ceramic bezel and the previous non-ceramic model . I feel like the price is going up for the SS Daytona non ceramic since it will not be available anymore.

Also looking at the new Daytona Ceramic, I wonder if it is not too sporty with the new black bezel, less appropriate for every occasion.

I am looking to buy one or the other but it is difficult to decide

What you guys think ?

Thanks

[Hollister]

Get a Zenith El Primero. That was my choice. Iconic.

[TheRolexKingofLV]

Neither one is a bad choice. If you have access to the C, I'd grab it, otherwise the 116520 is not a bad thing! It's a win-win, ya can't lose!

[lopez784]

I can understand your choice but the hardware (clasp and bracelet) are weak for my taste on the Zenith.
The improvement on the quality of their clasp and oyster is very considerable since the Rolex movement.

[Hollister]

Originally Posted by lopez784

I can understand your choice but the hardware (clasp and bracelet) are weak for my taste on the Zenith.
The improvement on the quality of their clasp and oyster is very considerable since the Rolex movement.

No, I meant an actual Zenith El Primero, not the Rolex that used the Zenith movement. Daytona doesn't move me, and the hype over the new bezel is frankly laughable.

As an aside, clasps and bracelets are irrelevant in my opinion, it's the watch that counts. The watch is "the hardware".

[lopez784]

Originally Posted by Hollister

No, I meant an actual Zenith El Primero, not the Rolex that used the Zenith movement. Daytona doesn't move me, and the hype over the new bezel is frankly laughable.

As an aside, clasps and bracelets are irrelevant in my opinion, it's the watch that counts. The watch is "the hardware".

LOL sorry for the misunderstanding . I am not big fan of the Zenith el Primero for some reason. The Dial is too busy unbalance for my taste.

[breitlings]

Originally Posted by lopez784

I can understand your choice but the hardware (clasp and bracelet) are weak for my taste on the Zenith.
The improvement on the quality of their clasp and oyster is very considerable since the Rolex movement.

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[Passionata]

[lopez784]

Originally Posted by Passionata

Thank you - Beautiful watch . White gold or SS ?

[AK797]

Originally Posted by lopez784

Thank you - Beautiful watch . White gold or SS ?

That is SS, would love to see that dial in the ceramic.

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by lopez784

Thank you - Beautiful watch . White gold or SS ?

Thanks ,SS with white black arab dial.

[thekwaze]

Originally Posted by Passionata

What is the exact model number for this beauty?

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by thekwaze

What is the exact model number for this beauty?

116520 Rolex Daytona SS fitted with a Black White Arab Dial

aka Tom Kristensen Daytona

[thekwaze]

Passionata - Thanks for the info....I'm tempted!

[MLF]

Originally Posted by Passionata

Love this

Does this have a custom dial or are these available in s/s ?

[Ruud Van Driver]

I was curious but once I saw the C in the flesh, I decided there and then that I wasn't ever going to be in the market for one. I don't dislike it, I just prefer my 116520, that's all.

[Passionata]

Originally Posted by MLF

Love this



Does this have a custom dial or are these available in s/s ?

This dial (black white arab) was avaliable for the WG 1116509 model exclusively until Rolex discontinued it ,fits perfectly on the 116520 since both the SS and the WG has the same movement ,all original Rolex Tom Kristensen the famous race car driver sporting in the same combo.

[maximilianmuller]

Go for the ceramic. it 's bullet proof LOL

[Benjamin Choi]

Newer, better.

[strass.arnold]

IMO go for the Ceramic if you can get it ;-)

[japenney]

The value of Rolex watches will go up slowly over time. I do not see either of these models appreciating any faster than the other. It is possible that the zenith daytona, in good conditon, may appreciate faster than both models you are considering. We see the vintage Rolex market is booming and I expect the more uncommon and sought after 5 digit references will be the next thing.

[watchwatcher]

If you can get the C, get it. My favorite Daytona that I've owned.

[strass.arnold]

The ceramic is not hard to get if you are willing to pay the premium for it ;-(

[roger0770]

Why not get both?

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by roger0770

Why not get both?

The only TRF answer that holds weight

[lopez784]

Originally Posted by roger0770

Why not get both?

I wish I could hahahahahah

[Richmor]

Originally Posted by roger0770

Why not get both?

Roger and All,
Tell us why you prefer the black dial Daytona over the white dial. I have to make a choice since my AD just called with a Black dial 116500 waiting for me to pick up.
My choice was a White dial. This one just came in and he is offering me first choice.
Best to You

[JR16]

Originally Posted by Richmor

Roger and All,

Tell us why you prefer the black dial Daytona over the white dial. I have to make a choice since my AD just called with a Black dial 116500 waiting for me to pick up.

My choice was a White dial. This one just came in and he is offering me first choice.

Best to You

For me, the white dial immediately sang to me. It seemed more "special" at a visceral level to me, but not sure why . Maybe it was the panda-like dial, the slight vintage feel, the Contrast between the white dial and black bezel, and the improved legibility over the black. To me, who has never really been a huge Daytona fan, it was simply stunning. I too was offerred a black dial but passed and two months later along came a white (which I have course bought). It's been 6 months and xxx number of posts later about how people who initially liked the white seemed to be "converted" to black dial fans, I got nervous that I chose wrong! But then 2 weeks ago I had the chance to try on the black dial in person... just had to do it... and once it was on my wrist, I immediately knew I made the right choice in waiting for the white. The black dial was very nice, but it just didn't stun me like the white dial still does. My advice would be if it's the white that sings more loudly to you, wait for it.


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[XKxRome0ox]

Originally Posted by Richmor

Roger and All,
Tell us why you prefer the black dial Daytona over the white dial. I have to make a choice since my AD just called with a Black dial 116500 waiting for me to pick up.
My choice was a White dial. This one just came in and he is offering me first choice.
Best to You

I'll gladly take that black dial 116500 in your stead!!!

I'm looking for a wedding watch (wedding in October)
my first Rolex
and am pretty disappointed that there is such a ridiculous waitlist for the new Daytona

[MCO1]

Either is a good choice! Which do you like better....the ceramic just pops! Once prices started rising on the 116520 I decided it was a no brainer to just go with the 116500 and I was fortunate to get one in a relatively short amount of time.