Daytona, a Different Kind of Poll

[Bluside]

I would pass. That's a lot of money to spend on something I'm not really crazy about.

I don't think I have FOMO.

[RTG]

I bought both. Black came first. AD knew I still wanted a white. Sadly it wasn’t possible to know which would look nicer in person. Had never laid eyes on either until buying them. If I was to wear one daily I would go black....but would be a tough choice as they each have their own strengths.

In pictures the white has more clarity and is easier to read. On the wrist it’s a tie. The RG Daytona looks hard to read in pictures but is the most legible Daytona I have seen with my eyes. Maybe a YG with black dial would be clearer, but the RG is pretty crisp for such a busy dial.

[mfm22]

It'd be really hard to pass .. I'm contemplating my third Rolex and was thinking need a white dial ( exp & sub ). Daytona came to mind as a great 3rd piece in white
Chances of getting one from AD are slim to none

Guess if they called with a black I'd bite Lol.

[envuks]

Originally Posted by 037

My AD got me the dial I asked for. I didn't ask for just any dial since that wasn't what I wanted.

This is how it worked for me as well.


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[037]

Originally Posted by 123Blueface

Yes I do.
I was lucky I preferred the white over black and that is what was offered to me, although wife feels the opposite.
Was wondering if black had been offered what I would have done.
I believe I would have taken it.

Nearly every female I've ever asked said they prefer the black over white. I suspect they don't like the stark contrast. I wouldn't let that sway you.

I will admit that the black is a slight bit nicer than the white. The white is more sporty, black more classy in my opinion. It just depends on what you want.

Just be aware that the black dial is harder to read quickly depending on lighting and angle.

Good luck!

[thekman]

As you can see from my signature I own a Kermit, a black 15500ST and a SD43. None of these models were my number one at the time of purchase however in today's crazy market I decided to adopt an opportunistic approach. So far I love all 3 watches. Would I exchange my black AP for a blue one or the SD43 for GMT if I get the chance? Sure! However I have not been offered these watches from my ADs and I am not about to spend 1.5-2 the prices in the grey market. Going back to your question, I might prefer the white dial daytona but if I was offered the black one in this day and age i would take it and enjoy the hell out of it.

[jrs146]

If you don’t want it. Easy. Pass!

[ap1]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth.

Yeah man, totally this

[ap1]

Originally Posted by RTG

I bought both. Black came first. AD knew I still wanted a white. Sadly it wasn’t possible to know which would look nicer in person. Had never laid eyes on either until buying them. If I was to wear one daily I would go black....but would be a tough choice as they each have their own strengths.

In pictures the white has more clarity and is easier to read. On the wrist it’s a tie. The RG Daytona looks hard to read in pictures but is the most legible Daytona I have seen with my eyes. Maybe a YG with black dial would be clearer, but the RG is pretty crisp for such a busy dial.

Wow, I’m surprised to hear this. That one, while beautiful, looks impossible to read (from pics)

[Swilder916]

I’d Pass.... but I’m in a similar predicament with the GMT prospects ... i really feel I want the BLNR, but if I got the call for a BLRO..... that would be a tough one to pass on..

[goog53]

I would wait for the white dial

[David5807]

I passed when I had the chance to take the dial choice I didn't want.

[David5807]

Originally Posted by RTG

I bought both. Black came first. AD knew I still wanted a white. Sadly it wasn’t possible to know which would look nicer in person. Had never laid eyes on either until buying them. If I was to wear one daily I would go black....but would be a tough choice as they each have their own strengths.

In pictures the white has more clarity and is easier to read. On the wrist it’s a tie. The RG Daytona looks hard to read in pictures but is the most legible Daytona I have seen with my eyes. Maybe a YG with black dial would be clearer, but the RG is pretty crisp for such a busy dial.

So you have all three, now which one would you pick as your one and only given the choice?

[inadeje]

My AD knows I have the black so if he called it would be for the white

[inadeje]

Originally Posted by Swilder916

I’d Pass.... but I’m in a similar predicament with the GMT prospects ... i really feel I want the BLNR, but if I got the call for a BLRO..... that would be a tough one to pass on..

I just got the BLNR, it’s a stunner and much more toned down than the BLRO.

[mml4]

Pass

[AK797]

Pass if I trusted the AD would be able to get the one I want within a reasonable time, if not then I'd take it.

[Rolly.BT]

Black dial was offered and I passed.
A couple weeks later, I got the white.

[Northlove]

I did pass on the black and waited one more year for the white


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[Spartacus]

It took me approximately 3 years to receive my white dial Daytona. I was offered black almost every 8 months until finally the white arrived.

It’s a hard wait but I’m happy I waited and picked up the white dial. At this time, while the black dial is nice, I have no desire to buy one.

[topcat30093]

If you purchase it and returned it back to Rolex within 3 months of purchasing it from your AD, they will change the dial.
But anything longer than 3 months and they will also charge you for a service.

[LigerBelair]

Originally Posted by 123Blueface

There are some on the black dial camp, and apparently a few more on the white dial camp.
Assuming going via AD at MSRP.......
Assuming you could not flip.....As would destroy relationship and odds of future watches being available to you........
Assuming you had no clue of when the one you really wanted would be available..........
If the AD called you to advise you that you are next for the one they just received, but it’s not the dial you preferred........
Would you take it or pass?

Take it.

[Chester01]

I got a call from my AD in the fall of 2016 and turned down the black dial. At this point I would turn down the white or black dial as the Daytona is no longer for me.

[watchwatcher]

I don't think there's a wrong choice here, and I've had both.

I would prefer (ever so slightly) the black, but that's really more of a function of what's in the collection right now. But, if in the market for a Daytona, I certainly wouldn't turn up my nose at a white one, if offered. My two cents, YMMV.

[m j b]

Why in the world would you spend $12K++ on something you don't want?

[enjoythemusic]

Pass, get the version YOU want to wear and enjoy for many years to come.

[Scapegoat]

With the Daytona, take it all day everyday.

[TswaneNguni]

Have Black,looking for White

[HogwldFLTR]

Talk to the AD and ask what the impact is.

[AlexFrank]

For sure I would pass, the wait may be long but once you get what you wanted you will be happy you waited. I would hold on a little longer