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socialpro · 29 November 2017, 01:52 AM

Looking for input as I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a ss daytona (116520) but have not been able to find one to try on locally.

I find the fit of the 5 digit GMT perfect - but previously had the 6 digit SUB and found it more top heavy / bulkier then I expected that led me to sell the watch.

Any input on how the daytona compares to the GMT for everyday comfort / wear? Weight and size wise (on paper), the two watches appear very similar - so I would expect the fit to be about the same?

jcatt · 29 November 2017, 01:56 AM

I have both and the Daytona is my most comfortable watch. It wears very similarly to the 16710. If you like how the 16710 feels on your wrist, you’ll LOVE how the Daytona feels.
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japenney · 29 November 2017, 01:56 AM

About the same. Both are very comfortable. And yes agree the 116610 is less comfortable than both. It has to do with a lower case back.

socialpro · 29 November 2017, 02:00 AM

Great - so the newer glidelock clasp does not add significant 'feel' or 'heft' to the underside of the bracelet either? That was one of the things that bothered me about the 6 digit sub is how much thicker that newer clasp is over the older one - but thats a minor point and I can always pick up a different style bracelet for the watch as well.

cornerstore · 29 November 2017, 02:55 AM

Had both. Sold the 16710 GMT as it was a little top heavy, kept the Daytona as it fit a little closer to wrist and has downturned lugs. Clasp on Daytona easier to get proper fit throughout the day. Downturned lugs make a big difference on some wrist sizes.

2th_doc · 29 November 2017, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by cornerstore

Had both. Sold the 16710 GMT as it was a little top heavy, kept the Daytona as it fit a little closer to wrist and has downturned lugs. Clasp on Daytona easier to get proper fit throughout the day. Downturned lugs make a big difference on some wrist sizes.

How long ago did you sell your 16710? Do you regret selling it?

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douglasf13 · 29 November 2017, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by cornerstore

Had both. Sold the 16710 GMT as it was a little top heavy, kept the Daytona as it fit a little closer to wrist and has downturned lugs. Clasp on Daytona easier to get proper fit throughout the day. Downturned lugs make a big difference on some wrist sizes.

Yeah, I went from a Sub to an Exp II, because the Exp II was less top heavy, but I still noticed it and it dug in a bit on my wrist. I would have gone Daytona, but I needed a date, so I returned to the 36mm watches.

REFZ · 29 November 2017, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by socialpro

Great - so the newer glidelock clasp does not add significant 'feel' or 'heft' to the underside of the bracelet either?

The 116520 doesn't have the glidelock clasp but a smaller easylink clasp.

Chadridv · 29 November 2017, 04:01 AM

Wears very similar. I’d give the comfort edge to the Dayton

sensui · 29 November 2017, 04:03 AM

IMO Daytona wears slimmer and rests nicer than a 16710. But the five digit oyster/jubilee bracelet is smaller than the new oyster bracelet.

socialpro · 29 November 2017, 04:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cornerstore

Had both. Sold the 16710 GMT as it was a little top heavy, kept the Daytona as it fit a little closer to wrist and has downturned lugs. Clasp on Daytona easier to get proper fit throughout the day. Downturned lugs make a big difference on some wrist sizes.

What do you mean by downturned lugs? Are they angled differently then the 16710?

watchwatcher · 29 November 2017, 04:52 AM

The Daytona is one of the most comfortable watches, IMO.

sensui · 29 November 2017, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by socialpro

What do you mean by downturned lugs? Are they angled differently then the 16710?

Yes the Daytona has similar lugs to Yachtmaster I and Day Date for example.....the lugs curve downwards. The 16710 has sharper lugs that are straight across.

You can find pics via a quick google search.

reloxt · 29 November 2017, 05:57 AM

Have both and I would also give the edge to the Daytona, but it is very close. Both are great on the wrist

2th_doc · 29 November 2017, 08:01 AM

I have the 500. Not the 520. But if you think your 16710 is perfect. Then you should have no issues with a Daytona. They wear the same to me.

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faz · 29 November 2017, 08:05 AM

Daytona has a nicely balanced weight and is extremely comfortable to wear as a daily. My wife's favorite watch, and she does borrow my LV from time to time, but quickly goes back to her own 116520. If you liked the GMT, you will be surprised with the comfort of Daytona.

fishingbear · 29 November 2017, 09:01 AM

The Daytona wears the same if not smaller than the 16710.

jcatt · 29 November 2017, 11:35 AM

The Daytona is probably the most comfortable watch I've ever owned, or tried on. The bracelet is heavier than that of the 16710, so while it is overall a little heavier, it's more balanced than the 16710. Not top heavy at all, just perfect. Like I said, if you like the feel of your GMT, you'll love the Daytona.
JCATT

mineral · 29 November 2017, 03:29 PM

Both are very comfortable to wear. No issues at all.

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Recaro18 · 29 November 2017, 04:06 PM

I have both as well.. both comfy to wear.. @socialpro

My 116520 is currently for sale as I have a 16520 for keeps..

lig · 29 November 2017, 04:18 PM

Daytona is definitely more comfy imo. Not quite as tall and the bracelet is finished more nicely than the oyster on my 5 digit GMT.

lhawli · 29 November 2017, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 2th_doc

I have the 500. Not the 520. But if you think your 16710 is perfect. Then you should have no issues with a Daytona. They wear the same to me.

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Daytona seems a little smaller to me

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roviw · 30 November 2017, 08:06 AM

I have both and I feel the Daytona wears smaller that the GMT, I personally find both very comfortable.

cornerstore · 30 November 2017, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 2th_doc

How long ago did you sell your 16710? Do you regret selling it?

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Sold last Christmas. Regrets selling sometimes momentarily.

cornerstore · 30 November 2017, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by douglasf13

Yeah, I went from a Sub to an Exp II, because the Exp II was less top heavy, but I still noticed it and it dug in a bit on my wrist. I would have gone Daytona, but I needed a date, so I returned to the 36mm watches.

I had a Exp11 five series, great watch, sold it to buy a Exp39mm, the 36 mm is a nice size as a daily wearer.

Ryuden · 1 December 2017, 01:02 PM

Both are comfortable. A slight edge to the Daytona over the Gmt when both are on Oysters.

But the Gmt on Jubilee...no contest.

29 November 2017, 01:52 AM	#1
socialpro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Alex Watch: Rolex \|\| Panerai Posts: 1,348	How does the daytona (116520) wear compared to a 5 digit GMT (16710)? Looking for input as I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a ss daytona (116520) but have not been able to find one to try on locally. I find the fit of the 5 digit GMT perfect - but previously had the 6 digit SUB and found it more top heavy / bulkier then I expected that led me to sell the watch. Any input on how the daytona compares to the GMT for everyday comfort / wear? Weight and size wise (on paper), the two watches appear very similar - so I would expect the fit to be about the same?

29 November 2017, 01:56 AM	#2
jcatt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lost, but on-time Posts: 267	I have both and the Daytona is my most comfortable watch. It wears very similarly to the 16710. If you like how the 16710 feels on your wrist, you’ll LOVE how the Daytona feels. JCATT __________________ Daytona 116500, White Dial Custom Daytona 116520/ 6263 Daytona 116520, Black Dial GMT Master II Pepsi 16710 Cartier Roadster Chrono

29 November 2017, 04:01 AM	#9
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,357	Wears very similar. I’d give the comfort edge to the Dayton __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

29 November 2017, 05:57 AM	#14
reloxt "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Ted Location: Netherlands Posts: 383	Have both and I would also give the edge to the Daytona, but it is very close. Both are great on the wrist __________________ Instagram : @ted_watches ...Done flipping and changing....... (never...)

29 November 2017, 08:05 AM	#16
faz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: Faz Location: California Watch: like'em all Posts: 4,689	Daytona has a nicely balanced weight and is extremely comfortable to wear as a daily. My wife's favorite watch, and she does borrow my LV from time to time, but quickly goes back to her own 116520. If you liked the GMT, you will be surprised with the comfort of Daytona. __________________ -Faz Instagram @fazmoto

29 November 2017, 01:56 AM	#3
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	About the same. Both are very comfortable. And yes agree the 116610 is less comfortable than both. It has to do with a lower case back.

29 November 2017, 02:00 AM	#4
socialpro "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Alex Watch: Rolex \|\| Panerai Posts: 1,348	Great - so the newer glidelock clasp does not add significant 'feel' or 'heft' to the underside of the bracelet either? That was one of the things that bothered me about the 6 digit sub is how much thicker that newer clasp is over the older one - but thats a minor point and I can always pick up a different style bracelet for the watch as well.

29 November 2017, 02:55 AM	#5
cornerstore "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 4,010	Had both. Sold the 16710 GMT as it was a little top heavy, kept the Daytona as it fit a little closer to wrist and has downturned lugs. Clasp on Daytona easier to get proper fit throughout the day. Downturned lugs make a big difference on some wrist sizes.

29 November 2017, 04:03 AM	#10
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,437	IMO Daytona wears slimmer and rests nicer than a 16710. But the five digit oyster/jubilee bracelet is smaller than the new oyster bracelet.

29 November 2017, 04:52 AM	#12
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,011	The Daytona is one of the most comfortable watches, IMO.

29 November 2017, 08:01 AM	#15
2th_doc "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Atl Posts: 920	I have the 500. Not the 520. But if you think your 16710 is perfect. Then you should have no issues with a Daytona. They wear the same to me. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 November 2017, 09:01 AM	#17
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,548	The Daytona wears the same if not smaller than the 16710.

29 November 2017, 11:35 AM	#18
jcatt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Lost, but on-time Posts: 267	The Daytona is probably the most comfortable watch I've ever owned, or tried on. The bracelet is heavier than that of the 16710, so while it is overall a little heavier, it's more balanced than the 16710. Not top heavy at all, just perfect. Like I said, if you like the feel of your GMT, you'll love the Daytona. JCATT __________________ Daytona 116500, White Dial Custom Daytona 116520/ 6263 Daytona 116520, Black Dial GMT Master II Pepsi 16710 Cartier Roadster Chrono

29 November 2017, 03:29 PM	#19
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	Both are very comfortable to wear. No issues at all. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Watching date changes every midnight

29 November 2017, 04:06 PM	#20
Recaro18 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: RiCkY Location: West Coast Watch: 16520 Posts: 12,385	I have both as well.. both comfy to wear.. @socialpro My 116520 is currently for sale as I have a 16520 for keeps.. __________________ Passion for Mechanical Timepieces! IG: @crown_in_oyster_case (Make sure you're dealing with me, Meta Verified with Blue check mark!) ~Connecting people through my passion, one timepiece at a time~

29 November 2017, 04:18 PM	#21
lig "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: PacNW Watch: Enthusiast Posts: 2,611	Daytona is definitely more comfy imo. Not quite as tall and the bracelet is finished more nicely than the oyster on my 5 digit GMT.

30 November 2017, 08:06 AM	#23
roviw "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Ivor Location: Hampshire , UK Posts: 205	I have both and I feel the Daytona wears smaller that the GMT, I personally find both very comfortable. __________________ 16713 GMT Master II Bi-metal 79280P Tudor Prince Chrono Blue face 116520 Daytona White face 16700 GMT Master Pepsi Bezel

1 December 2017, 01:02 PM	#26
Ryuden "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Miki Location: SG Posts: 1,575	Both are comfortable. A slight edge to the Daytona over the Gmt when both are on Oysters. But the Gmt on Jubilee...no contest.

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