Should I take the Black today or White much later?

[Shihan]

Originally Posted by gtnator

I have the opportunity to buy a black Daytona from my AD now. I've been on the "list" (whatever that means, lol) for 3 years waiting for the white Daytona. My AD says it'll be "probably one more year but can't say for sure" before it's my turn. Doesn't sound promising, but its better than getting laughed out of the store. However, he told me he has a black one he can sell me now. Should I just settle for the black now? Slightly lesser bird in hand...

Consideration: I like the black one a lot, but I like the white one more. Also, if I take the black, I believe I'll never be offered the white one as the AD will feel like he already "took care" of me. What do you think?

The black dial is for those who cant get the white dial. Yes I know there are those who will say "i prefer the black dial" but they are fibbing. Wait and get the white dial. It is the noble thing to do,

[Lifeisarolliecoaster]

Hold out for the one you really want. IF my nearest AD said he had a white 116500 I would say no as I really want the black dial. I will be waiting a while for the AD to put my resolve to the test as he quoted me 10 years

[Mr_Rolex]

If you was offered a black dial take it. In my opinion they are both beautiful watches. I think I’m in the same boat as you with regards to leaning abit more to the white however the black is still lovely


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[lamnyc]

I turned down a black dial wanting a white dial. I’m glad I bought it when I got a second chance months later. The black dial is beautiful and have worn it over a year since. I’m still waiting for a white dial, it’s been over 3 years. Both are very different and beautiful in its our way.

[yoniman]

Buy!


It's just all about health, happiness & family. The rest are just necessary inconvenience we have to deal with.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by gtnator

I have the opportunity to buy a black Daytona from my AD now. I've been on the "list" (whatever that means, lol) for 3 years waiting for the white Daytona. My AD says it'll be "probably one more year but can't say for sure" before it's my turn. Doesn't sound promising, but its better than getting laughed out of the store. However, he told me he has a black one he can sell me now. Should I just settle for the black now? Slightly lesser bird in hand...



Consideration: I like the black one a lot, but I like the white one more. Also, if I take the black, I believe I'll never be offered the white one as the AD will feel like he already "took care" of me. What do you think?

I was in same position ... I asked to be put on list. I said I was interested in either but had a slight preference in white — to be honest, I had never seen either in person and was going just by pictures.

58 days later they said they had a black if u wanted it ... and I took it on Christmas Eve. No regrets!

One in the hand is worth two in the Bush.

As others have noted, you could take black and flip for white for just a few grand difference.

Or, like me, love the one you’re with!

White is prettier — Black is sexier.

It’s kinda like Olivia Newton John IN movie grease...

White = Sandra Dee
Black = sexy black outfit at end






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[ArtNouveau]

Originally Posted by Shihan

The black dial is for those who cant get the white dial. Yes I know there are those who will say "i prefer the black dial" but they are fibbing. Wait and get the white dial. It is the noble thing to do,

Speak for yourself. I asked for and received a black dial DaytonaC. Starting with my long gone 16520 in 2000 I’ve now had two white and two black SS.

[oconnorandrew64]

I personally prefer the black.


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[Framelock]

Totally get the pragmatic approach of waiting longer for a less certain outcome that is ultimately for the watch you want more. That said, taking the black now, enjoying it and seeing if it doesnt grow on you to an equal level as the white over time is a solid play here. You get a different configuration way sooner that you can definitely trade someone for a panda dial down the road whether market goes higher or lower!


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[cdubg21]

Originally Posted by Shihan

The black dial is for those who cant get the white dial. Yes I know there are those who will say "i prefer the black dial" but they are fibbing. Wait and get the white dial. It is the noble thing to do,

I had the choice to pick either one, and chose black. Looked much better in person to me. Maybe not to the next guy, but to me it did. The white looked tiny on my wrist

[Watch Rob]

IF it feels like “settling” then don’t do it. Wait for the watch you want.

[lamnyc]

Black looks better on oysterflex too.

[Dr.Stu]

I was/am on the list for a white dial, but was offered a black dial & went in to try it on- having never had the black-ceramic on my wrist before. Once I did, it was all over, The watch is simply too refined & beautiful (& one of the finest vertical clutch column wheel chronographs made - I like to run center-seconds) & fits my 6.5" wrist too perfectly not to buy. Also, for me, it's very legible, but obviously YMMV in that department.

Will it bump me down the White-dial list? Probably, if not certainly, but totally worth it!

[franktehtank]

Buy the black now. If you can read it, keep it. If you can't, flip it for the white one grey market.

[shirtguy]

Had the black and got rid of it

I felt it was too similar to my sub c

[MTdweller]

OP passed on the black dial in favor for the white (which he really wanted). Good for you OP and post pics when you get the call for white!

[FATO]

Originally Posted by shirtguy

Had the black and got rid of it



I felt it was too similar to my sub c

Wow you must like your sub C more than that Daytona. I would have gotten rid of the sub.


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[RCrusoe]

I'd get the black and stay on the waiting list for the white. Even if the market falls out completely I don't anticipate that you'll take much of a haircut on the black one, if at all, when reselling.