Incoming Daytona 116508

[garyk]

Forgive me for saying it again but I have my name on an incoming for the past year. Most beauful watch I’ve seen. And about the John Mayer thing, I would have never known about this watch without the hype so thank you John!!

[RyanO]

Originally Posted by Londonrolex

** UPDATE **

When I bought the 116508 green dial I didn’t have it sized up by the dealer, just picked the watch up. Since then I ordered some tool, etc and today they finally arrived. I removed two links (very carefully, hand was shaking like I was disarming an explosive device) successfully with making a mark. Still haven’t removed the stickers.... I won’t wear this watch daily, more of a special occasion watch; so because we’re still in lockdown I haven’t had a reason to remove the stickers and wear it out. In any case I sized it up and wore it correctly for the first time.

I dreamed about buying the watch for 4 years (4 years ago my financial status was dramatically different / worse) and to me (I’ll admit a Daytona enthusiast) it’s my modern grail piece. Value could depreciate by 50% and to me it’s still worth every penny I paid. Gives me the same feeling I still get putting on my first ever Swiss watch (116520 WF) I bought myself 10 years ago when I had no business spending that kinda money on a watch. Anyway, thought I’d share my story, hope you all experience the same excitement I do.

More importantly hope your all well during COVID-19! Be safe

Thanks for sharing your story and congrats on achieving your goal! I just sized my own 116508 as the AD’s are still not open, and couldn’t wait any longer. So glad I did, because it is a truly stunning and special piece. Enjoy yours in good health mate!


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[Londonrolex]

Thanks to everyone for the positive comments.

figured it was "time" to purchase a decent watch roll to store my watches in without needing to "lug" a load of Rolex boxes around.

[bp1000]

Smashing line up in that watch roll

I need a compact travel roll that can take 4. I’m looking too. One with dividers.

Wearing my green today. Absolutely love it

[Londonrolex]

Originally Posted by -Ally-

16% above RRP in the midst of a whopping great recession where demand is only going one way ?

Each to their own of course and all strength to the OP, a pretty sweet watch.

When you said “where demand is only going one way?” Which way did you mean.....?

[dmitrii_]

Originally Posted by Londonrolex

When you said “where demand is only going one way?” Which way did you mean.....?

North!

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by Londonrolex

When you said “where demand is only going one way?” Which way did you mean.....?

Demand certainly isn't decreasing; I'm amazed that even the Platona is commanding a premium. The might yet be hope for my underappreciated Milgauss!!! I realize this is a few month old thread and congratulations on the gold and green Daytona!!!

[alex.cicollo]

Originally Posted by Londonrolex

** UPDATE **

When I bought the 116508 green dial I didn’t have it sized up by the dealer, just picked the watch up. Since then I ordered some tool, etc and today they finally arrived. I removed two links (very carefully, hand was shaking like I was disarming an explosive device) successfully with making a mark. Still haven’t removed the stickers.... I won’t wear this watch daily, more of a special occasion watch; so because we’re still in lockdown I haven’t had a reason to remove the stickers and wear it out. In any case I sized it up and wore it correctly for the first time.

I dreamed about buying the watch for 4 years (4 years ago my financial status was dramatically different / worse) and to me (I’ll admit a Daytona enthusiast) it’s my modern grail piece. Value could depreciate by 50% and to me it’s still worth every penny I paid. Gives me the same feeling I still get putting on my first ever Swiss watch (116520 WF) I bought myself 10 years ago when I had no business spending that kinda money on a watch. Anyway, thought I’d share my story, hope you all experience the same excitement I do.

More importantly hope your all well during COVID-19! Be safe

What a lovely write up! Wonderful that you got your grail. Wear it in good health!!

[gaeleus]

You got a really nice watch. You paid a very small premium. In a few years time with inflation this will seem like a bargain price. Trust me on this one. Enjoy and dont look back.

[broham84]

Originally Posted by Londonrolex

What do you think the right price is for this watch today?

Don’t listen to the haters, it is a beautiful watch that is worth every penny!

[fixinbones]

16% premium is not slot given the demand for this hot model. Congrats and enjoy