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Robwilliams · 8 January 2011, 09:54 AM

Saw a two-tone one in a store the other day, and I have been thinking about it ever since. There seems to be a lot of them around here on the Forum. The only problem I have, and it will not keep me from getting one, is there is no date on the watch. Most of my watches have the date function, so I am definitely going to be looking for it, but I guess I can get over it. Also, to those of you here that own one, I don't mean to sound stupid, but what is the function of the press buttons on the watch? I saw this watch in the case, but didn't even ask to hold it yet. I am going back Saturday to try the watch on and if it sings to me, I will own it, for a while anyway. I have seen quite a few on TV also, I know the "Acting Boss", Jackie Aprile wore one on the Sopranos until he died and his stupid wife Rosalie gave it to Father Intintola. I was also wondering, is the Daytona more popular than the Submariner?

drtooth73 · 8 January 2011, 09:58 AM

TT Daytona is a great looking watch!
But, like you observe, not very functional, I used one just to show off for special occasions

Tijssan · 8 January 2011, 10:09 AM

Buttons are for the stopwatch (and tachometer) function.

EvEr34 · 8 January 2011, 10:11 AM

that's why i wear mine on weekends :))

TheVTCGuy · 8 January 2011, 10:20 AM

I wear mine every day, and I'm not a race-car driver. I actually do use the stop watch on occasion, from timing various things, but back to the point; I wonder how many people wearing the submariner are really divers? Or how many with a Milgaus work in a labratory?, or how many with a GMT are pilots? If you need a function on a watch then get whatever you need, however if you are looking for a fine timepiece that you will wear, enjoy and generally be happy with, get the one you like, regardless of any un-used functions.

Boadicea · 8 January 2011, 10:50 AM

I say go for it! They are extremely comfortable, have an excellent movement, and are a lot more durable than people think. I do miss the date when I have mine on (vs my DJ) but to be honest, It only comes out on weekends and special occasions/holidays.

In my opinion, a date would ruin the dial....

skywyy · 8 January 2011, 10:56 AM

it will be one of your best decision ever made to purchase that TT Daytona, I will take my words all the way to the bank.

dddrees · 8 January 2011, 10:58 AM

Its a great watch, and if you like it enough the date thing won't be an issue.

spuds · 8 January 2011, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drtooth73

TT Daytona is a great looking watch!
But, like you observe, not very functional, I used one just to show off for special occasions

How refreshingly honest.

Sir I salute you.

TSts · 8 January 2011, 11:31 AM

I use mine to time the oven temp increases at my lab. My livelihood is dependent on my Daytona.

Speed · 8 January 2011, 12:53 PM

They are quite the bargain to boot! ;-)

Puffy · 10 January 2011, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheVTCGuy

I wear mine every day, and I'm not a race-car driver. I actually do use the stop watch on occasion, from timing various things, but back to the point; I wonder how many people wearing the submariner are really divers? Or how many with a Milgaus work in a labratory?, or how many with a GMT are pilots? If you need a function on a watch then get whatever you need, however if you are looking for a fine timepiece that you will wear, enjoy and generally be happy with, get the one you like, regardless of any un-used functions.

very true paul, i have all of these and belong to neither profession. in fact i'm wearing my Milgauss while sitting at the bank today, not really scientific..

conrail · 11 January 2011, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robwilliams

I have seen quite a few on TV also, I know the "Acting Boss", Jackie Aprile wore one on the Sopranos until he died and his stupid wife Rosalie gave it to Father Intintola.

I didn't know he wore one. I'll have to go back and check out the watches in this show again!

WatchTimes · 11 January 2011, 02:04 AM

Wow I find the Chrono very functional!
I use chronos quite often from timing the steak on the grill
to seeing how long many various activities take.

Is it a function I truly need? Not at all, but it is one I use quite
often and find I really appreciate it.

I do not have a Daytona as in addition to the Chrono I am a BIG fan
of the date on a watch.

Myself I find a Chrono and Date the most useful functions on a watch.

Another bonus is if it is a 12 hr chrono you can actually use it as a GMT if truly needed. (just start the chrono at midnight in your homezone or the zone you are traveling to and then set the other dial to the other timezone)

slcbbrown · 11 January 2011, 02:27 AM

I'm thinking about buying a tt Daytona, this spring. The buttons are the stopwatch function. I've got a GP 7000 chronograph and have yet to use the stopwatch even once. But, I still like that watch.

The Daytona always impresses me with the way it "wears". It wears a bit smaller than many other 40mm watches, and it looks much better in person than in photos. Each time I put one on, I'm amazed at how good it looks.

petesjag · 11 January 2011, 03:54 AM

its a great watch..definitly my favorite of the bunch...even if you dont use the chrono..its just that look and feel thats so nice!!!!
would never sell mine...

yemenmocha · 11 January 2011, 04:18 AM

Loved mine so much I had to have another.

B. Doggy · 11 January 2011, 08:53 AM

You won't be sorry you ever got the Daytona. It has become my favorite piece..

Yazo · 11 January 2011, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Robwilliams

Saw a two-tone one in a store the other day, and I have been thinking about it ever since. There seems to be a lot of them around here on the Forum. The only problem I have, and it will not keep me from getting one, is there is no date on the watch. Most of my watches have the date function, so I am definitely going to be looking for it, but I guess I can get over it. Also, to those of you here that own one, I don't mean to sound stupid, but what is the function of the press buttons on the watch? I saw this watch in the case, but didn't even ask to hold it yet. I am going back Saturday to try the watch on and if it sings to me, I will own it, for a while anyway. I have seen quite a few on TV also, I know the "Acting Boss", Jackie Aprile wore one on the Sopranos until he died and his stupid wife Rosalie gave it to Father Intintola. I was also wondering, is the Daytona more popular than the Submariner?

I remember the scene you're talking about - they were in Vesuvio's (sp?) - LOVE that show!!

I'll have to rewatch to see if that's the one though.... did you know Tony's rocking a President throughout the show? Good stuff!!

Michael M. · 11 January 2011, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dddrees

Its a great watch, and if you like it enough the date thing won't be an issue.

I agree!

Robwilliams · 11 January 2011, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

I remember the scene you're talking about - they were in Vesuvio's (sp?) - LOVE that show!!

I'll have to rewatch to see if that's the one though.... did you know Tony's rocking a President throughout the show? Good stuff!!

Exactly! Carmella and Rosalie were sitting at the table when father Intintola came in and sat down. Rosalie said, "How are you liking the watch, father", He responded, "I love it, I finally figured out what the other functions were for". Then Carmella said, "Is that Jackie's watch?" If you look closely, you can tell it is a two tone Daytona.

gaopa · 11 January 2011, 11:54 AM

A Daytona was my grail watch. However, I let my brain rule my gut and bought an Omega Speedmaster Professional instead. Now 2 years later I have never looked back. Cheers, Bill P.

8 January 2011, 09:54 AM	#1
Robwilliams Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 68	Thinking about Getting a Daytona Saw a two-tone one in a store the other day, and I have been thinking about it ever since. There seems to be a lot of them around here on the Forum. The only problem I have, and it will not keep me from getting one, is there is no date on the watch. Most of my watches have the date function, so I am definitely going to be looking for it, but I guess I can get over it. Also, to those of you here that own one, I don't mean to sound stupid, but what is the function of the press buttons on the watch? I saw this watch in the case, but didn't even ask to hold it yet. I am going back Saturday to try the watch on and if it sings to me, I will own it, for a while anyway. I have seen quite a few on TV also, I know the "Acting Boss", Jackie Aprile wore one on the Sopranos until he died and his stupid wife Rosalie gave it to Father Intintola. I was also wondering, is the Daytona more popular than the Submariner?

11 January 2011, 02:04 AM	#14
WatchTimes 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 6,029	Wow I find the Chrono very functional! I use chronos quite often from timing the steak on the grill to seeing how long many various activities take. Is it a function I truly need? Not at all, but it is one I use quite often and find I really appreciate it. I do not have a Daytona as in addition to the Chrono I am a BIG fan of the date on a watch. Myself I find a Chrono and Date the most useful functions on a watch. Another bonus is if it is a 12 hr chrono you can actually use it as a GMT if truly needed. (just start the chrono at midnight in your homezone or the zone you are traveling to and then set the other dial to the other timezone) __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

11 January 2011, 04:18 AM	#17
yemenmocha "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Arizona Watch: SS & TT Daytonas Posts: 471	Loved mine so much I had to have another. __________________ Day-Date President, Champagne Dial SS Daytona Black Dial TT Daytona Slate Dial Omega Railmaster Tudor Submariner

11 January 2011, 08:53 AM	#18
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	You won't be sorry you ever got the Daytona. It has become my favorite piece.. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

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8 January 2011, 09:58 AM	#2
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	TT Daytona is a great looking watch! But, like you observe, not very functional, I used one just to show off for special occasions

8 January 2011, 10:09 AM	#3
Tijssan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: GMT+8 Watch: this... Posts: 770	Buttons are for the stopwatch (and tachometer) function.

8 January 2011, 10:11 AM	#4
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	that's why i wear mine on weekends :))

8 January 2011, 10:20 AM	#5
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,539	I wear mine every day, and I'm not a race-car driver. I actually do use the stop watch on occasion, from timing various things, but back to the point; I wonder how many people wearing the submariner are really divers? Or how many with a Milgaus work in a labratory?, or how many with a GMT are pilots? If you need a function on a watch then get whatever you need, however if you are looking for a fine timepiece that you will wear, enjoy and generally be happy with, get the one you like, regardless of any un-used functions.

8 January 2011, 10:50 AM	#6
Boadicea Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Daniel Location: UK Posts: 520	I say go for it! They are extremely comfortable, have an excellent movement, and are a lot more durable than people think. I do miss the date when I have mine on (vs my DJ) but to be honest, It only comes out on weekends and special occasions/holidays. In my opinion, a date would ruin the dial....

8 January 2011, 10:56 AM	#7
skywyy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 44	it will be one of your best decision ever made to purchase that TT Daytona, I will take my words all the way to the bank.

8 January 2011, 10:58 AM	#8
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,258	Its a great watch, and if you like it enough the date thing won't be an issue.

8 January 2011, 11:31 AM	#10
TSts Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: USA Posts: 1,067	I use mine to time the oven temp increases at my lab. My livelihood is dependent on my Daytona.

8 January 2011, 12:53 PM	#11
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,742	They are quite the bargain to boot! ;-)

11 January 2011, 02:27 AM	#15
slcbbrown "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: steve Location: dallas area Watch: 50's TT t-bird Posts: 3,689	I'm thinking about buying a tt Daytona, this spring. The buttons are the stopwatch function. I've got a GP 7000 chronograph and have yet to use the stopwatch even once. But, I still like that watch. The Daytona always impresses me with the way it "wears". It wears a bit smaller than many other 40mm watches, and it looks much better in person than in photos. Each time I put one on, I'm amazed at how good it looks.

11 January 2011, 03:54 AM	#16
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	its a great watch..definitly my favorite of the bunch...even if you dont use the chrono..its just that look and feel thats so nice!!!! would never sell mine...

11 January 2011, 11:54 AM	#22
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	A Daytona was my grail watch. However, I let my brain rule my gut and bought an Omega Speedmaster Professional instead. Now 2 years later I have never looked back. Cheers, Bill P.

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