Trade white DaytonaC for gold Day Date 40

[RadSS]

Originally Posted by TimeAZ

I'd keep the DaytonaC, because it's much harder to replace and I also personally find gold watches too flashy.

This is right advice. Even greys told me to keep mine although they want it badly. For a PM DD, are you kidding? Before the craziness, every AD had 4 of the PM DD.

[Harry-57]

I would. I can't tell anyone else what they would or should do.

Material value beats hype value every time for me. But we're all different.

[garyk]

Originally Posted by jcarm981

Here you go. You decide

Wow, keep both!!!

[huncho]

Originally Posted by RadSS

This is right advice. Even greys told me to keep mine although they want it badly. For a PM DD, are you kidding? Before the craziness, every AD had 4 of the PM DD.

this is what you call falling for the hype, just because every AD had day dates available doesn't make the daytona a better watch. a PM rolex can't and shouldn't be compared to a steel one, regardless of model

[BNA/LION]

YES.

I have both and really think that would be a good trade. The 40mm DD is worth more than the White DaytonaC, IMHO. This is a great chance to trade up.

[JSCP]

i would do it!

[garyk]

Originally Posted by JP.

YES! Trade it. While I respect the Daytona tremendously, here are my personal opinions.

1. Daytona wears small
2. 40mm DD is perfection
3. DD yellow gold is the "ultimate Rolex"

Here's my blog of the Mighty DD. Enjoy!

https://luxurywatches635.wordpress.c...mm-ref-228238/

This!!

[mailman]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Trade is a no brained for me. No way a Ss Daytona is worth north of $18k in my value system. A PM DD is worth 2x as much as I always use msrp as the ultimate truth teller in value.

What he said. Or I’d sell the Daytona and buy a WG ALS Lange 1 Moonphase

[fixinbones]

I agree, trade ASAP before they come to their senses.

[RadSS]

Originally Posted by huncho

this is what you call falling for the hype, just because every AD had day dates available doesn't make the daytona a better watch. a PM rolex can't and shouldn't be compared to a steel one, regardless of model

So are we looking at PM vs SS here? In that case why not just trade in the SS Daytona for a 1980s TT GMT? More PM in that watch right?

I just wonder how many of the people here that quickly said trade it in, actually have a SS Daytona?

Lastly, I happen to like the way a SS Daytona looks over any DD.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by RadSS

So are we looking at PM vs SS here? In that case why not just trade in the SS Daytona for a 1980s TT GMT? More PM in that watch right?

I just wonder how many of the people here that quickly said trade it in, actually have a SS Daytona?

Lastly, I happen to like the way a SS Daytona looks over any DD.

if you like the way the daytona looks that's a totally different story, but in this case it's about trading a watch that costs $13k for a watch that costs $35k and is arguably the pinnacle of the brand. if someone likes the day date then there's no real reason to not do the trade and take advantage of the premiums

also to your point about how many here have the SS daytona, a counter argument would be have you worn a PM rolex?

[RadSS]

Originally Posted by huncho

if you like the way the daytona looks that's a totally different story, but in this case it's about trading a watch that costs $13k for a watch that costs $35k and is arguably the pinnacle of the brand. if someone likes the day date then there's no real reason to not do the trade and take advantage of the premiums

also to your point about how many here have the SS daytona, a counter argument would be have you worn a PM rolex?

Actually yes I have PM Rolexes, and my wife too. However, in my opinion, the SS Daytona is in a class by itself and always will be. So the DD is not a better watch simply because its MSRP is more than the MSRP of a SS Daytona!

[huncho]

Originally Posted by RadSS

Actually yes I have PM Rolexes, and my wife too. However, in my opinion, the SS Daytona is in a class by itself and always will be. So the DD is not a better watch simply because its MSRP is more than the MSRP of a SS Daytona!

never said msrp makes it a better watch lol, just said this is about being able to trade up to a watch that costs 3x more but without actually paying the difference. whether or not it's more special is up to the owner, but most can agree that a gold rolex is more special than a steel one. i think the daytona is at most a $20k watch, past that you should expect to get more for your money, like what AP offers in their steel range

[Alfa2109]

I can’t see a way to answer your question. They’re such completely different watches in every way. And value, of course, isn’t just in dollars. If your heart isn’t set on having a 116500 and you’re good with a hefty and beautiful PM piece for your daily wearer (if that’s what it will be), then it sounds like a really good way to enter the world of the PM. The 18K DD is a gorgeous, substantial piece, no question. I’ve worn one, though I don’t own one.

[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by NYG1121

The fact that anyone would even think about twice about this is mind boggling to me

Is the day date in gold this absolutely incredible on the wrist?


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[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by Snaponmyrolex

Have you actually found anyone who would do this trade ?

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Yes with a little bit of cash on top.


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[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by Oystersteel92

I'll admit that I'm tempted by this myself, as I really want a DD36 and always have, but ask yourself, what is more likely to happen? That Daytonas become easier to get, or DD40s? Not so long ago you could easily get a DD at a 10-15% discount. The only time that Daytonas were "easy" to come by in the last 25 years was at the height of the great recession during the liquidity squeeze.

I agree with you on this but could be my sole opportunity to reach this watch.


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[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Who cares about “easier to purchase”. The watch on the wrist is the headlines and not the “acquisition”. If he can find someone to trade a SS Daytona for a 40mm DD, he struck the mother-load and should be smiling every time he puts his PM DD on. I question what a grey market dealer would really give him for that SS Daytona model??? What are the real world numbers??

Around 30-32 grey.


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[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by jcarm981

Here you go. You decide

Ok, you could only have one—which is it?!


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[Fedpete]

Originally Posted by huncho

if you like the way the daytona looks that's a totally different story, but in this case it's about trading a watch that costs $13k for a watch that costs $35k and is arguably the pinnacle of the brand. if someone likes the day date then there's no real reason to not do the trade and take advantage of the premiums

also to your point about how many here have the SS daytona, a counter argument would be have you worn a PM rolex?

I have not worn a precious metal Rolex—is it truly that higher of a level? I do personally believe, even in my mid-thirties, that the gold day date is absolutely stunning with the deconstructed Roman numerals.


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[P7M8]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

I would. I can't tell anyone else what they would or should do.

Material value beats hype value every time for me. But we're all different.

This. I love the DD40 and would trade a SS Daytona for a PM piece all day.

[Cambo]

I would never trade a DD for a SS anything, Daytona or otherwise. Mostly because I love DD’s (I have 2). If you love your Daytona, don’t be trading simply because of the perceived value difference. You would have to love the DD just as much, otherwise you’ll be sorry you let the Daytona go.

[WestCoastS]

less typing and more trading. Great deal for you

[Chute]

Do you need a chrono? Or do you need to know the day and date?
I don’t need a chrono and I can figure the day and date pretty easily.
I have a 116500 and would not trade it for a DD40 for a few reasons:
The DD40 has no micro adjustment and I’m finding there are few watches I enjoy without the micro adjust.
Stainless steel is more durable than YG and I tend to be hard on my watches.
I don’t like to be flashy and given they are both worth $30k+, I would not feel comfortable wearing a gold DD in some situations, but I wouldn’t be nervous wearing a stainless Daytona

[Big_Red]

Yes from a value prop. But make yourself happy, not the internet.

Me, all in on a white gold DD40.

[peterpl]

Hell yeah!!!!

A $13k watch for a $36k+ watch is an absolute no brainer for me.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by Fedpete

I have not worn a precious metal Rolex—is it truly that higher of a level? I do personally believe, even in my mid-thirties, that the gold day date is absolutely stunning with the deconstructed Roman numerals.


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i would say it is, the weight makes it feel much more substantial and makes steel watches feel kinda flimsy after. also nothing beats the glow of yellow gold. i think the daytona is a great watch and given the opportunity i would definitely own one, but at the current market price i just don't see the value in it. at that price if i'm getting a steel watch it has to be an AP

[Benzsiam]

It's your watch, do whatever make you happy.

I have both and love both of them very much, they are the iconic of the brand.

To me SS Daytona and D-D are the one to keep for a long long time.

[JRell]

If you like it more, I get the logic but like the look for the Daytona so much more.

[Mystro]

Originally Posted by Fedpete

I have not worn a precious metal Rolex—is it truly that higher of a level? I do personally believe, even in my mid-thirties, that the gold day date is absolutely stunning with the deconstructed Roman numerals.


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Historically it will always be the “President’ of the Rolex line up. It’s history trumps the recent blip in time market value of the Daytona. The SS Daytona is valued by Rolex as a $14k watch. There is no way getting beyond what it’s creator values it within their catalogue of watches. The DD was top dog when you couldn’t give a Daytona away. It will be that decades from now.