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avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 01:17 AM

Hey,

I am looking to buy a watch and have narrowed my choice down to these 2 models. I am still confused which one would be better. I am comparing the SS version with a leather strap of the JLC to the Daytona.

I currently wear a Tag Heuer Carrera Tachymetre. One big concern is that the Daytona would look too similar to my current watch. I haven't tried on the Daytona yet to know that for sure though.

I need to make a decision so a friend of mine who is an AD can ship it to me.

By the way, The watch would be used as a casual watch. I like that I could even put the JLC on with a suit.

Some thoughts on this matter would certainly help out.

smallcandle · 21 August 2009, 01:23 AM

Easiest question of the day. Daytona!

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by smallcandle

Easiest question of the day. Daytona!

Haha..

I am so confused though I am looking at all the pictures I can trying to decide.

moviefreak · 21 August 2009, 01:41 AM

Daytona..

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by moviefreak

Daytona..

I kinda saw these answers coming on the Rolex forums lol. But what I am concerned about is that if the Daytona would look too similar on my wrist to a watch that I already own. Thoughts?

SeamasterGMT · 21 August 2009, 01:43 AM

I say the JLC. It is a stunning watch, a great shock protection system, a great movement...

I like bigger watches too so for me...the JLC wins.

moviefreak · 21 August 2009, 01:47 AM

Daytona looks great on a suit... I would say it will look better than the JLC...

Starwalker · 21 August 2009, 01:51 AM

I had to make the same decision lol, actually there were a few other contendors - Cartier Roadster Chronograph with the black dial, Chopard Mille Miglia GMT chrono, and Zenith Defy...etc.....

the JLC is an awesome watch, but get the daytona first - while u got the chance, no/low premiums....the JLC will always be there when you are ready to buy another watch.

SeamasterGMT · 21 August 2009, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by kfsal

I had to make the same decision lol, actually there were a few other contendors - Cartier Roadster Chronograph with the black dial, Chopard Mille Miglia GMT chrono, and Zenith Defy...etc.....

the JLC is an awesome watch, but get the daytona first - while u got the chance, no/low premiums....the JLC will always be there when you are ready to buy another watch.

Good call. Daytonas are in shop windows for the first time in years. But...don't buy a watch on hype alone. A waiting list doesn't make a watch any better. I just means that the manufacturer supplies less of them than they should.

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 01:58 AM

Well, my friend tells me that I need to tell him by tomorrow morning as he already has another buyer lined up if I don't take the Daytona. He also said he doesn't know when he'll get any more of these.

Durability wise, which would be a better choice? I kinda like how I can put the rubber strap on the JLC quick and take it wherever.

kyle L · 21 August 2009, 02:03 AM

I would get the JLC.

kcmo · 21 August 2009, 02:06 AM

Daytona!

wulu · 21 August 2009, 02:11 AM

I love my JLC Extreme World Alarm. Its a similar watch compared to the JLC Extreme World Chrono with the quick release to change straps.

I vote JLC Extreme World Chrono!

forza1976 · 21 August 2009, 02:11 AM

I'm a fan of JLC but definitely the Daytona.

Rebel1 · 21 August 2009, 02:22 AM

Daytona - it is a classic, timeless piece with incredible durability, and it's a Rolex.

KKB · 21 August 2009, 04:21 AM

Go for the JLC.

I'm not a fan of the classic chrono look of the Daytona, but the JLC's look appeals to me. Plus the JLC has multiple time zones.

P.S. If you post pics of the JLC you might get more responses.

The GMT Master · 21 August 2009, 04:24 AM

I'll vote for the JLC, I'm really beginning to go off the steel Daytona

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 04:26 AM

Here's a random pic of the JLC.

boa2 · 21 August 2009, 04:31 AM

Daytona for me. I like JLC a lot, but that watch just never excites me, no matter how many times I try it.

Randy · 21 August 2009, 05:33 AM

Daytona, It will also hold it's value better than brands you are looking at.

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Randy

Daytona, It will also hold it's value better than brands you are looking at.

I am not concerned about the resell price at all. So that's a non-factor.

AIKO · 21 August 2009, 05:57 AM

The Daytona has a lot going for it but the JLC just appeals to me more. Go JLC.

Randy · 21 August 2009, 06:08 AM

Which one do you like best? Most Forum members will opt for the Daytona. Good luck!

Welshwatchman · 21 August 2009, 06:10 AM

The JLC is a better buy at secondary market prices and the Daytona at MRSP.

The JLC warrants a large wrist though.

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

The JLC is a better buy at secondary market prices and the Daytona at MRSP.

The JLC warrants a large wrist though.

I am getting the JLC for about the same as the MSRP of the Daytona. How much is the MSRP of the JLC anyway? Any clue?

Welshwatchman · 21 August 2009, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by avneeshj

I am getting the JLC for about the same as the MSRP of the Daytona. How much is the MSRP of the JLC anyway? Any clue?

In the UK the JLC on the strap retails for £9300, Daytona £6170.

1 year old and the Daytona is £6000 with the JLC around the £4750/5000 mark.

avneeshj · 21 August 2009, 06:32 AM

Thanks for the pricing info. I am getting the JLC for about GBP 6000. A brand new one thanks to me knowing the dealer personally.

I am starting to lean towards the JLC since resale value is a non-factor for me and I am getting a really good price right now.

Also, I think I could wait a bit before I start sporting a Rolex on my wrist in terms of my age.

WatchSnob · 21 August 2009, 06:35 AM

You mention putting the watch on with a suit, have you tried that yet with the JLC??
For many people it won't fit under a nice dress shirt. It is a BIG watch/

It is a beautiful watch as well.

You must try them both on yourself to decide.

21 August 2009, 01:17 AM	#1
avneeshj "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: India Posts: 8	Rolex Daytona SS or JLC Master Compressor Extreme World Chrono Hey, I am looking to buy a watch and have narrowed my choice down to these 2 models. I am still confused which one would be better. I am comparing the SS version with a leather strap of the JLC to the Daytona. I currently wear a Tag Heuer Carrera Tachymetre. One big concern is that the Daytona would look too similar to my current watch. I haven't tried on the Daytona yet to know that for sure though. I need to make a decision so a friend of mine who is an AD can ship it to me. By the way, The watch would be used as a casual watch. I like that I could even put the JLC on with a suit. Some thoughts on this matter would certainly help out.

21 August 2009, 01:41 AM	#4
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	Daytona.. __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

21 August 2009, 01:47 AM	#7
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	Daytona looks great on a suit... I would say it will look better than the JLC... __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

21 August 2009, 01:51 AM	#8
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	I had to make the same decision lol, actually there were a few other contendors - Cartier Roadster Chronograph with the black dial, Chopard Mille Miglia GMT chrono, and Zenith Defy...etc..... the JLC is an awesome watch, but get the daytona first - while u got the chance, no/low premiums....the JLC will always be there when you are ready to buy another watch. __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

21 August 2009, 02:11 AM	#13
wulu "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: canada Posts: 118	I love my JLC Extreme World Alarm. Its a similar watch compared to the JLC Extreme World Chrono with the quick release to change straps. I vote JLC Extreme World Chrono! __________________ Rolex Daytona Z 116509, Day-Date, Deepsea Tudor Heritage Black Dial AP ROO Panda JLC Master Compressor Diver Chrono

21 August 2009, 01:23 AM	#2
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	Easiest question of the day. Daytona!

21 August 2009, 01:43 AM	#6
SeamasterGMT Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: DeepSea Posts: 822	I say the JLC. It is a stunning watch, a great shock protection system, a great movement... I like bigger watches too so for me...the JLC wins.

21 August 2009, 01:58 AM	#10
avneeshj "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: India Posts: 8	Well, my friend tells me that I need to tell him by tomorrow morning as he already has another buyer lined up if I don't take the Daytona. He also said he doesn't know when he'll get any more of these. Durability wise, which would be a better choice? I kinda like how I can put the rubber strap on the JLC quick and take it wherever.

21 August 2009, 02:03 AM	#11
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	I would get the JLC.

21 August 2009, 02:06 AM	#12
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Daytona!

21 August 2009, 02:11 AM	#14
forza1976 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: matt Location: Denver Posts: 608	I'm a fan of JLC but definitely the Daytona. __________________ Current Collection Rolex SS Daytona WD IWC Big Pilot PAM Black Seal 183 Omega SS Triple Date TW Steel CEO

21 August 2009, 02:22 AM	#15
Rebel1 Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dennis Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: SS Daytona - White Posts: 99	Daytona - it is a classic, timeless piece with incredible durability, and it's a Rolex.

21 August 2009, 04:21 AM	#16
KKB "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: San Diego, CA Watch: GMTIIC Posts: 605	Go for the JLC. I'm not a fan of the classic chrono look of the Daytona, but the JLC's look appeals to me. Plus the JLC has multiple time zones. P.S. If you post pics of the JLC you might get more responses. __________________ 116234 \| 116710 \| OMEGA 2551.80 \| Reverso GMT

21 August 2009, 04:24 AM	#17
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	I'll vote for the JLC, I'm really beginning to go off the steel Daytona

21 August 2009, 04:26 AM	#18
avneeshj "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: India Posts: 8	Here's a random pic of the JLC.

21 August 2009, 04:31 AM	#19
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,907	Daytona for me. I like JLC a lot, but that watch just never excites me, no matter how many times I try it. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

21 August 2009, 05:33 AM	#20
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Daytona, It will also hold it's value better than brands you are looking at.

21 August 2009, 05:57 AM	#22
AIKO "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Carolina Posts: 1,937	The Daytona has a lot going for it but the JLC just appeals to me more. Go JLC.

21 August 2009, 06:08 AM	#23
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	Which one do you like best? Most Forum members will opt for the Daytona. Good luck!

21 August 2009, 06:10 AM	#24
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	The JLC is a better buy at secondary market prices and the Daytona at MRSP. The JLC warrants a large wrist though. __________________ ..33

21 August 2009, 06:32 AM	#27
avneeshj "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: India Posts: 8	Thanks for the pricing info. I am getting the JLC for about GBP 6000. A brand new one thanks to me knowing the dealer personally. I am starting to lean towards the JLC since resale value is a non-factor for me and I am getting a really good price right now. Also, I think I could wait a bit before I start sporting a Rolex on my wrist in terms of my age.

21 August 2009, 06:35 AM	#28
WatchSnob Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: US Posts: 460	You mention putting the watch on with a suit, have you tried that yet with the JLC?? For many people it won't fit under a nice dress shirt. It is a BIG watch/ It is a beautiful watch as well. You must try them both on yourself to decide.

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