AP 15400 for Daytona

[Benzsiam]

Both of them are good to have in the collection. You should keep your 15400ST and add more obtainable TT Daytona from your AD.

[Vipes]

I would keep the AP and sell the VC for the Daytona.

[sgwatchguy]

Originally Posted by vipes

i would keep the ap and sell the vc for the daytona.

+1

[Stevec14]

Originally Posted by Richris1

If you’ll like/enjoy the Daytona more…do the trade.
Some good advice I was given recently….
Turn off TRF, turn down the noise, never mind value, & forget the hype….
Which one do you like better?

This. You need to work out what works for you. That’s all that matters.

[mykii]

I would never trade an AP RO for a Daytona. Don't chase the hype.

[edslee327]

lots of things to consider...

having owned both a royal oak and daytona at the same time, i can say for me that the daytona is a more comfortable daily wearer. rolex in general make watches that are great dailies. even without all the hand fishing of an AP RO bracelet, their oyster (or jubilee) are extremely comfortable.

the AP is beautiful, and if you care more about craftsman ship, and value - i think for the market price being the same, this is your winner. it is a slightly "edgier" watch imo. my style is relatively conservative so a rolex chrono is more posh to me than a plain RO would be... but if the AP suits your style then keep it.

both should retain or grow in value but the daytona has a better track record imo... you're also paying a higher premium for it, which makes the RO seem like a relative bargain...

of course no OP wants to hear this , but i'd keep what you have and save up to buy the new one you want. i have so many more regrets selling a watch than i did buying...

[EEpro]

I'd rather have your RO or the VC Chrono. White Daytona is nice but it's not a stunning knockout like an AP or Vacheron.

There are viewing angles and lighting conditions where it just doesn't look that good. That's something you'll never experience with VC.

Also it is a much smaller watch compared to the AP and VC. I don't think it is actually 40 mm. Wears like 38 mm IMO.

[JRell]

Tough choice for me. I would not spend over MSRP for any watch, but I think the Royal oak is one of the most unattractive watches, and the Daytona is one of the best looking. I would sell the Royal oak and get a good AD to get the Daytona. Did you buy the AP at MSRP? If so, that might change my opinion a bit.

[macrowatch]

I’d keep. I’d trade for a PM Daytona but not the SS in this specific case.

[bokmeipai]

Originally Posted by YoungMoneyAssassin

Hi All,

I’m considering trading my AP Royal Oak 15400 silver dial for an unworn white dial cosmo Daytona.

Outside of the RO, my collection consists of a submariner date and a blue dial VC4500. I feel
I am in need of a chrono in the collection and what better option than the Daytona.

Since both are valued at about $35-$40K right now it seems like a pretty good idea and a reasonably fair trade.

What would you do if you were me? I am out of my mind to part with the AP?


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If you can have both do it. I own both and if I had to make a choice the AP is a keeper. You cannot compare the wrist presence and how it feels on your wrist.

[theflywrist]

Would keep the AP for sure

[Chester01]

Why do you want the Daytona? Serious question. Try to separate the hype and just because the value of your AP allows you to do so, stop and think. Wait 6 months and if the feeling is still there go for it. The Daytona is an overhyped chrono, quite illegible, and excessively shiny. There are far more important chronos, speedy, el primero, navitimer, etc. watches with real heritage.

[timepieceluvr]

Originally Posted by Richris1

If you’ll like/enjoy the Daytona more…do the trade.
Some good advice I was given recently….
Turn off TRF, turn down the noise, never mind value, & forget the hype….
Which one do you like better?

100%.


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[JRell]

Originally Posted by Chester01

Why do you want the Daytona? Serious question. Try to separate the hype and just because the value of your AP allows you to do so, stop and think. Wait 6 months and if the feeling is still there go for it. The Daytona is an overhyped chrono, quite illegible, and excessively shiny. There are far more important chronos, speedy, el primero, navitimer, etc. watches with real heritage.

I don’t have either but the Daytona is one of the best looking watches I have ever seen. Don’t support any watch over msrp but this is an amazing looking watch. I had my ADs on and it is so clean, so nice.

[prnceofpersia23]

You got the AP, VC, Rolex thing going right now for a solid trio. If you really want a chronograph, what about sticking with AP?

As for the 15400, I agree that the AP is the better watch, but I just love the Daytona. I'd probably do that trade, even though it's a bit of a downgrade.

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[Oyster Sauce]

Keep the AP

[gummy]

I would hold on to the AP...Move another piece to scratch the Daytona itch

[Arid]

It’s not even a fair comparison. The 15400 is a much better piece in every way!

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by JRell

I don’t have either but the Daytona is one of the best looking watches I have ever seen. Don’t support any watch over msrp but this is an amazing looking watch. I had my ADs on and it is so clean, so nice.

A watch that cant fulfill its function is a pretty paperweight. I have owned 2 and use my watches as part of my job and used the chrono many times per day. If you look at the subdials around the 9,10,11,12 and 19,20,21 area there is not enough hash marks to be read accurately. I recall timing something, looking down and could not get an accurate reading of the elapsed time. Off it went to my wife who appreciates jewelry and on went my Speedmaster a proper tool watch that can do it’s job as intended.

A watch that can’t properly fulfill its function is just a pretty object. I need a watch.


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[JRell]

Originally Posted by Chester01

A watch that cant fulfill its function is a pretty paperweight. I have owned 2 and use my watches as part of my job and used the chrono many times per day. If you look at the subdials around the 9,10,11,12 and 19,20,21 area there is not enough hash marks to be read accurately. I recall timing something, looking down and could not get an accurate reading of the elapsed time. Off it went to my wife who appreciates jewelry and on went my Speedmaster a proper tool watch that can do it’s job as intended.

A watch that can’t properly fulfill its function is just a pretty object. I need a watch.


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Obviously if you are using it for its function, I take your word for it. Just being honest, I buy watch’s for how they look and it is the best looking watch I have ever seen. Watches are part function and part jewelry. Love the speedmaster, actually had that for a while. Love the new release, new bracelet.

[Chester01]

Originally Posted by JRell

Obviously if you are using it for its function, I take your word for it. Just being honest, I buy watch’s for how they look and it is the best looking watch I have ever seen. Watches are part function and part jewelry. Love the speedmaster, actually had that for a while. Love the new release, new bracelet.

The upshot to the Daytona is it’s looks from a distance though I felt a tad too shiny. That said, it’s water resistance, fantastic proportions, and versatility are its strengths.


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[Posh Gentleman]

how about going for an AP RO chrono? best of both worlds, if u are into the chrono dial look.

AP RO chrono imo is a more handsome watch than an RO. the subdials fill up the dial beautifully. a much more exclusive piece than a SS daytona too.

[Posh Gentleman]

Originally Posted by Chester01

Why do you want the Daytona? Serious question. Try to separate the hype and just because the value of your AP allows you to do so, stop and think. Wait 6 months and if the feeling is still there go for it. The Daytona is an overhyped chrono, quite illegible, and excessively shiny. There are far more important chronos, speedy, el primero, navitimer, etc. watches with real heritage.

but a breitling is fugly. one of the ugliest watches i have ever seen lol. a good reason most breitlings are collecting dust at watch shops.

a zenith, yes a winner at the sub 10k price range. quality movement and attractive dials.

[Brny11]

Don’t get me wrong, Daytona is stunning and an absolute classic. If you desire the Daytona, I won’t hate the decision to swap.

Personally though, I would never make such a trade. That AP is a clear winner here IMO.

[6XYBE63ST]

iv'e never liked the look of AP'S in SS, so much better in YG. in SS i prefer the daytona, such an iconic watch...

[calh22a]

I slightly prefer my 15500 to my 116500, but would not part with either one of them. I would keep the RO.

[rmurphy]

AP is by far the one to have.


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[RealMadrid1988]

Originally Posted by Frank McKay

Ceramic white Daytona is an icon, a grail, will stand the test of time and only increase it’s value. I like the RO but too much nuts and bolts optics for me, the Daytona wears beautifully on the wrist and screams class.

The Royal Oak quite literally started the entire luxury sports watch segment. The Daytona is great, but this is no contest IMO.

[JRell]

Originally Posted by RealMadrid1988

The Royal Oak quite literally started the entire luxury sports watch segment. The Daytona is great, but this is no contest IMO.

I would say submariner holds that title.

[Vivalas]

I’ve kind of got both (15500 silver dial). No I would not swap at all.

Daytona at retail is excellent value at all day long, but it’s not on equal terms with a RO.