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sdbui · 12 June 2011, 05:35 AM

I have narrowed it down to these 2 watches. Wish I could have both, but not possible at this time. Budget is 10K. I would like to wear in daily and also have to dress up (shirt and tie daily). What do you think? Thanks.

dsio · 12 June 2011, 05:37 AM

As a daily, get the sub, its far easier to maintain long term, while the Daytona can get knackered looking with continuous daily use unless you're particularly careful with it or lead a sedate lifestyle.

landroverking · 12 June 2011, 05:38 AM

Daytona works with any attair

HL65 · 12 June 2011, 05:49 AM

Get whichever one grabs you the most! They are so different and you can always get the other one later!

speedo · 12 June 2011, 05:55 AM

Agree, get whichever you prefer. Both great watches though there is a hefty price difference.....

NickTruswell · 12 June 2011, 06:08 AM

if it comes down to those two and you can only have one i'd go sub. Daytona is a very nice piece but a little less versitile in my opinion without the date feature on it.

Sub is a classic through and through and a great base around which to build a collection.

thewatchguy93 · 12 June 2011, 06:11 AM

ouch this is tricky!

I really want a daytona a lot! but I went for the Sub LV first. Sorry to make things confusing but have you considered the GMTIIc? Its got the PLC's like the daytona which makes it dressy, but also has the classic "Rolex look" of the sub...

Good luck!

Dino

widdler1977 · 12 June 2011, 06:15 AM

Depends on the color I think.

I like my Champagne daytona for work and play but when I feel like being a little flashy I bring out the blue ceramic.

With that being said I wear a 77 1680 more than both of them.

warover · 12 June 2011, 06:15 AM

Daytona for me ,if you can afford the extra money for sure it worth it

widdler1977 · 12 June 2011, 06:21 AM

here is my sub and my daytona I love them both. However I am in search of a white gold daytona!

KarlFr · 12 June 2011, 06:23 AM

get the daytona first before they start to fetch silly prices like the 16600 when it was being phased out...

kcmo · 12 June 2011, 06:29 AM

They couldn't be more different from one another. I chose the Daytona over my Sub.

cobblecanyon · 12 June 2011, 06:47 AM

Tough one but the Sub c speaks to me more. New Ceramic, latest and greatest piece from Rolex. Wouldn't have to worry about scratching the bezel either.....but to each his own. Good luck, they are both winners imho.

Art 1 · 12 June 2011, 06:49 AM

It would be the Daytona for me. I don't care for the Sub C at all.

psv · 12 June 2011, 06:53 AM

I own both, and then some. If I own only one of them, or only one watch in fact, it would be the SubC black. Best all around sport watch/companion one can have IMO, even if it is hardly unusual.

GFEAR · 12 June 2011, 06:58 AM

i would go daytona personally

HDHNTER · 12 June 2011, 07:46 AM

My .02, I appreciated the classy & clean look of my white dial 116520, looks superb with a suit, but I love my Sub C which looks awesome with everything. You can't go wrong with either but the Sub is a much better daily IMHO for reasons already mentioned. The Daytona was a nice special occasion piece for me, one which I don't regret flipping. I would be in a state of deep depression if I had to part with my Sub C though, lol. YMMV.

+1 to PSV's comment as well, spot-on!

nauticajoe · 12 June 2011, 07:53 AM

Daytona's got my vote.

texex91 · 12 June 2011, 08:31 AM

I prefer my Sub-C. Can wear everyday for any occasion..but when in doubt, get them both

hoops10 · 12 June 2011, 08:33 AM

I went with a SS Daytona, white face first. I am now looking at a No Date Sub in the TRF market. In my opinion the Daytona is more versatile. I can wear it with jeans or with a suit and it looks great and never out of place in either setting. This is one of those decisions where you cannot go wrong either way. I do agree with Dino however the GMTc is also a watch you may want to take a good look at. Good luck.

Rolexavidfan · 12 June 2011, 08:47 AM

Both are great watches no doubt.

As someone who renewed his interest in Rolex, I went for a Sub C first and then Daytona next.

The Sub C is now my daily beater. Daytona - I wore mostly on weekend. At times I wore the Daytona for two days straight but that's pretty much about it. I realized I need dates and I'm OCD on the PCL.

Good luck on your choice !

vukotab · 12 June 2011, 08:52 AM

Movement wise, it`s Daytona all the way, one of the best automatic chrono`s out there. But you really should go for the one that you like more and the one that you`ll wear with bigger joy. There`s really no wrong choice, but I vote for Daytona.

drockadam · 12 June 2011, 09:04 AM

Sub-C!

gone-rolex-mad · 12 June 2011, 04:54 PM

Best all rounder would be the Sub

Fiery · 12 June 2011, 06:04 PM

Sub-C first, then the Daytona

The Sub-C looks great with both casual and formal clothing, although the white dial Daytona may look classier with a suit. If you spend most of your time in suit, then pick the Daytona. Otherwise, go for the Sub. Eventually, you'll have them both, especially if you spend a lot of time on this forum

Joey_V · 12 June 2011, 06:32 PM

Keep in mind, I love my Daytona SS in black.

I would say, for a first - get the Sub C or the GMTIIC.

Then get the SS Daytona.

1kw · 12 June 2011, 08:35 PM

I purchased my Daytona (white) first and then the Sub C . It is easier to find the Sub C, so if you can get your hands on a SS Daytona that you like buy that first. Every dealer has a Sub C but not every one has a Daytona .

Singslinger · 12 June 2011, 08:43 PM

Sub C. With daily use the bezel won't scratch like the Daytona's. Also it's cheaper to service.

travisb · 12 June 2011, 08:44 PM

I prefer SubC. The new Subs are my favorite in the entire Rolex lineup.

Ultraman · 12 June 2011, 09:09 PM

It's the Daytona out of the two for me. Just got to have the chronograph!

12 June 2011, 05:35 AM	#1
sdbui "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Southern CA Posts: 22	Daytona vs. Submariner Ceramic I have narrowed it down to these 2 watches. Wish I could have both, but not possible at this time. Budget is 10K. I would like to wear in daily and also have to dress up (shirt and tie daily). What do you think? Thanks.

12 June 2011, 05:37 AM	#2
dsio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ashley Location: Brisbane Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 '79 Posts: 2,301	As a daily, get the sub, its far easier to maintain long term, while the Daytona can get knackered looking with continuous daily use unless you're particularly careful with it or lead a sedate lifestyle. __________________ -- Omega Seamaster Grand-Lux Stepped Pie-Pan 14K Gold OJ2627 '53 -- -- Omega Cal 320 Chronograph 18K Gold OT2872 '58 -- -- Omega Cal 321 Speedmaster Pro 145.012 '67 -- -- Rolex Submariner 1680 "Ghost" '79 -- -- Rolex SS Daytona 116520 '04 --

12 June 2011, 05:49 AM	#4
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,986	Get whichever one grabs you the most! They are so different and you can always get the other one later! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

12 June 2011, 05:55 AM	#5
speedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: bp, hu, eu Watch: dj 16234, 116610ln Posts: 2,376	Agree, get whichever you prefer. Both great watches though there is a hefty price difference..... __________________ *16234 jubilee dial, 116610 ln, grand seiko sbgm221g, omega speedmaster mark II, longines legend diver, breguet 3910, nomos club campus 38, swatch sistem51, mares nemo, seiko ripley, g-shock rangeman* instagram: modus_horologicus

12 June 2011, 06:11 AM	#7
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	ouch this is tricky! I really want a daytona a lot! but I went for the Sub LV first. Sorry to make things confusing but have you considered the GMTIIc? Its got the PLC's like the daytona which makes it dressy, but also has the classic "Rolex look" of the sub... Good luck! Dino __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

12 June 2011, 05:38 AM	#3
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Daytona works with any attair

12 June 2011, 06:08 AM	#6
NickTruswell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT IIC Posts: 230	if it comes down to those two and you can only have one i'd go sub. Daytona is a very nice piece but a little less versitile in my opinion without the date feature on it. Sub is a classic through and through and a great base around which to build a collection.

12 June 2011, 06:15 AM	#8
widdler1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Wesley Location: spring, Texas Watch: All of them Posts: 240	DAYTONA vs SUB Depends on the color I think. I like my Champagne daytona for work and play but when I feel like being a little flashy I bring out the blue ceramic. With that being said I wear a 77 1680 more than both of them.

12 June 2011, 06:15 AM	#9
warover "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Greece Posts: 487	Daytona for me ,if you can afford the extra money for sure it worth it

12 June 2011, 06:23 AM	#11
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	get the daytona first before they start to fetch silly prices like the 16600 when it was being phased out...

12 June 2011, 06:29 AM	#12
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	They couldn't be more different from one another. I chose the Daytona over my Sub.

12 June 2011, 06:47 AM	#13
cobblecanyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: JT Location: Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116610LN Posts: 453	Tough one but the Sub c speaks to me more. New Ceramic, latest and greatest piece from Rolex. Wouldn't have to worry about scratching the bezel either.....but to each his own. Good luck, they are both winners imho.

12 June 2011, 06:49 AM	#14
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	It would be the Daytona for me. I don't care for the Sub C at all.

12 June 2011, 06:53 AM	#15
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	I own both, and then some. If I own only one of them, or only one watch in fact, it would be the SubC black. Best all around sport watch/companion one can have IMO, even if it is hardly unusual.

12 June 2011, 06:58 AM	#16
GFEAR "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 263	i would go daytona personally

12 June 2011, 07:46 AM	#17
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	My .02, I appreciated the classy & clean look of my white dial 116520, looks superb with a suit, but I love my Sub C which looks awesome with everything. You can't go wrong with either but the Sub is a much better daily IMHO for reasons already mentioned. The Daytona was a nice special occasion piece for me, one which I don't regret flipping. I would be in a state of deep depression if I had to part with my Sub C though, lol. YMMV. +1 to PSV's comment as well, spot-on!

12 June 2011, 07:53 AM	#18
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Daytona's got my vote.

12 June 2011, 08:31 AM	#19
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	I prefer my Sub-C. Can wear everyday for any occasion..but when in doubt, get them both

12 June 2011, 08:33 AM	#20
hoops10 Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA Posts: 325	I went with a SS Daytona, white face first. I am now looking at a No Date Sub in the TRF market. In my opinion the Daytona is more versatile. I can wear it with jeans or with a suit and it looks great and never out of place in either setting. This is one of those decisions where you cannot go wrong either way. I do agree with Dino however the GMTc is also a watch you may want to take a good look at. Good luck.

12 June 2011, 08:47 AM	#21
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,571	Both are great watches no doubt. As someone who renewed his interest in Rolex, I went for a Sub C first and then Daytona next. The Sub C is now my daily beater. Daytona - I wore mostly on weekend. At times I wore the Daytona for two days straight but that's pretty much about it. I realized I need dates and I'm OCD on the PCL. Good luck on your choice !

12 June 2011, 08:52 AM	#22
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	Movement wise, it`s Daytona all the way, one of the best automatic chrono`s out there. But you really should go for the one that you like more and the one that you`ll wear with bigger joy. There`s really no wrong choice, but I vote for Daytona. __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

12 June 2011, 09:04 AM	#23
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Sub-C! __________________ - Adam Instagram: @GMTSUBTIME

12 June 2011, 04:54 PM	#24
gone-rolex-mad "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Andalucia Spain Watch: WG daydate-Daytona Posts: 1,338	Best all rounder would be the Sub __________________ Choose to allocate your time to imbeciles at your peril!

12 June 2011, 06:04 PM	#25
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	Sub-C first, then the Daytona The Sub-C looks great with both casual and formal clothing, although the white dial Daytona may look classier with a suit. If you spend most of your time in suit, then pick the Daytona. Otherwise, go for the Sub. Eventually, you'll have them both, especially if you spend a lot of time on this forum

12 June 2011, 06:32 PM	#26
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Keep in mind, I love my Daytona SS in black. I would say, for a first - get the Sub C or the GMTIIC. Then get the SS Daytona. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

12 June 2011, 08:35 PM	#27
1kw "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: pa Posts: 313	I purchased my Daytona (white) first and then the Sub C . It is easier to find the Sub C, so if you can get your hands on a SS Daytona that you like buy that first. Every dealer has a Sub C but not every one has a Daytona .

12 June 2011, 08:43 PM	#28
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	Sub C. With daily use the bezel won't scratch like the Daytona's. Also it's cheaper to service.

12 June 2011, 08:44 PM	#29
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,405	Either one is great for everyday. I prefer SubC. The new Subs are my favorite in the entire Rolex lineup.

12 June 2011, 09:09 PM	#30
Ultraman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Australia Posts: 2,175	It's the Daytona out of the two for me. Just got to have the chronograph!

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