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Henry T · 16 July 2007, 12:26 AM

We all know the SS is selling at way above retail price, but you can get a good discount on the TT. This makes the TT so much cheaper than the SS. Has gold lost its glitter?

The price differential of the two remains for pre-owned ones.

If you have the readies, which would you buy? Buy the TT and save a bundle or pay way above retail for the SS?

watchnut · 16 July 2007, 12:34 AM

I have a SS Sub and a TT DJ. If you can live with a bit of gold, that's the way to go. Aside from scratching it's just a rugged as steel and adds a little dressier dimension. Also, to me it seems like something that costs what you pay for these watches should have at least some precious metal in them.

finance21 · 16 July 2007, 12:54 AM

SS all the way for me. I personally do not like the look of TT as much.

frostie · 16 July 2007, 01:06 AM

SS definetely. i don't like tt plus tt watches are scratched easier

ohlins · 16 July 2007, 01:18 AM

it depends.....

certain watches look good in ss......while there are great tt watches....

in the case of the daytona, i prefer the ss....

Blue Bull · 16 July 2007, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ohlins

it depends.....

certain watches look good in ss......while there are great tt watches....

in the case of the daytona, i prefer the ss....

..... BUT,someone said ss is an "inferior" metal ...

The Daytona ~ there is only one and that the ss white dial !! Thats my favourite

In tt,Prince's is a beauty,in WG,Steve's Meteorite and in YG,Pauls gold/black dial.

S2000 Driver · 16 July 2007, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by finance21

SS all the way for me. I personally do not like the look of TT as much.

dmalka · 16 July 2007, 03:15 AM

SS Black Face Daytona is awesome, I can't get enough of looking at mine. The TT is nice as well!

walds11 · 16 July 2007, 03:47 AM

SS Daytona any day of the week. I am not a TT fan.

whiskyguy · 16 July 2007, 04:33 AM

I prefer the slightly dressier look of the tt model

Rubenonfire · 16 July 2007, 04:43 AM

I always go with the "buy what you really like" advice.

For myself, that would be SS regardless of the proximity in price to the TT. However, if you like them both equally, I'd go TT all the way. Not only will it be easier to acquire, you should be able to negotiate a pretty attractive discount which will essentially boil down to getting a watch with gold for the same price as only stainless steel. Regardless of the market, I think we can all agree that gold is more valuable than stainless steel!

Omar_Jaramillo · 16 July 2007, 04:47 AM

I own a TT Blue SUb it looks amazing, I was going to get the SS model first only because I had to pull an extra 3G's for the other one. BUt after carefull consideration and advise from almost everyone on this forum! I went TT BLUE and I am really glad I made that decision.

The SS daytona is popular because its in high demand, but its just stainless steel, if you get TT it has gold and gold is always worth more ! (plus it looks nicer)

Well thats my 2 cents choose wisely !

dmalka · 16 July 2007, 05:14 AM

Daytona SS Black Face sill my favorite!

Welshwatchman · 16 July 2007, 06:20 AM

The Daytona is my favourite Rolex model.

I bought my '523 for £1000 less than I was offered a SS White Face at the same time from the same seller.

My so called "modern newman" dialed '518.

This one is being held for me but I have not yet committed to it. I've got a week to decide.

mike · 16 July 2007, 07:05 AM

Man Paul, that's a great looking 16520.

Prince · 16 July 2007, 07:07 AM

Love the El Primero TT Daytona. Wore it all weekend!

supermarz · 16 July 2007, 01:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ohlins

it depends.....

certain watches look good in ss......while there are great tt watches....

in the case of the daytona, i prefer the ss....

agree!! daytona i opt for ss or whitegold. GMTII looks great with tt

ohlins · 16 July 2007, 05:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue Bull

..... BUT,someone said ss is an "inferior" metal ...

oh yes of cos i remember that......but the matter is closed....:)

Henry T · 16 July 2007, 07:26 PM

Hmm, I do believe Rolex makes much fewer SS and the black dial is in great demand judging from the going rate. Things happen for a reason and for the SS it is just a simple case of demand outstripping supply.

IMO if we choose to buy the SS we just have to forget about the hefty premium and pay up. The price for any subsequent resale would be relatively higher too. So, the question on intrinsic value (oh, I get back some gold on the TT) really doesn't apply. Buying gold bars would be a better option.

I agree that both the SS or TT have their own attraction. Yes, the TT is a bit dressier.

Gaijin · 16 July 2007, 07:32 PM

I want a Daytona. Now you guys have me all confused. Thought I would hold out and get a SS (hopefully someday at MSRP), but man for a bit more with a decent discount I could go TT.

I do have two other TT now already though...

Henry T · 16 July 2007, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

I want a Daytona. Now you guys have me all confused. Thought I would hold out and get a SS (hopefully someday at MSRP), but man for a bit more with a decent discount I could go TT.

I do have two other TT now already though...

It doesn't look good. The only way you can get an SS at MSRP is if you are a real buddy of the AD, but ADs have thousands of 'buddies.' Or when hell freezes over.

Gaijin · 16 July 2007, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Henry T

It doesn't look good. The only way you can get an SS at MSRP is if you are a real buddy of the AD, but ADs have thousands of 'buddies.' Or when hell freezes over.

Don't I know it. I have bought 4 Rolex from them though so who knows...maybe someday. I'm in no hurry.

ohlins · 16 July 2007, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Don't I know it. I have bought 4 Rolex from them though so who knows...maybe someday. I'm in no hurry.

no harm asking of cos..........lady luck might just smile at you.....:)

Gaijin · 16 July 2007, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ohlins

no harm asking of cos..........lady luck might just smile at you.....:)

I ask...oh boy do I.

My AD is well aware that I want one.

Prince · 16 July 2007, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

I ask...oh boy do I.

My AD is well aware that I want one.

You have a "vacancy" to fill, don't you Tom...

logoflove · 16 July 2007, 11:04 PM

TT al the way, why pay for steel. its just too plain

Henry T · 16 July 2007, 11:17 PM

From the posts, SS vs TT score is pretty even.

Blue Bull · 17 July 2007, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KansaiVet

I want a Daytona. Now you guys have me all confused. Thought I would hold out and get a SS (hopefully someday at MSRP), but man for a bit more with a decent discount I could go TT.

I do have two other TT now already though...

Be patient ,I am sure that AD in Oregon.will get you a ss Daytona at MSRP.White dial my favourite

alglez · 17 July 2007, 02:22 AM

man either one is fine but I like gold so TT Daytona is what I prefer

Solo118 · 17 July 2007, 03:44 AM

TT all the way. I love my gold crowns and bezel etc. It really gives it a special look. Now that I think of it I barely see TT Daytonas mostly all SS or all YG (which imho is breathtaking) So its nice to have something different!

16 July 2007, 12:26 AM	#1
Henry T "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Malaysia Posts: 352	SS or TT Daytona We all know the SS is selling at way above retail price, but you can get a good discount on the TT. This makes the TT so much cheaper than the SS. Has gold lost its glitter? The price differential of the two remains for pre-owned ones. If you have the readies, which would you buy? Buy the TT and save a bundle or pay way above retail for the SS? __________________ Fat cats need to be fed too. A cat has nine lives. Fat cats may have more.

16 July 2007, 01:18 AM	#5
ohlins "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,213	it depends..... certain watches look good in ss......while there are great tt watches.... in the case of the daytona, i prefer the ss.... __________________ the hype is true. a crown for every achievement. visit my audio and watch blog & how to use the rolex comfort link?

16 July 2007, 06:20 AM	#14
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	The Daytona is my favourite Rolex model. I bought my '523 for £1000 less than I was offered a SS White Face at the same time from the same seller. My so called "modern newman" dialed '518. This one is being held for me but I have not yet committed to it. I've got a week to decide. __________________ ..33

16 July 2007, 07:07 AM	#16
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Love the El Primero TT Daytona. Wore it all weekend! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

16 July 2007, 07:26 PM	#19
Henry T "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Malaysia Posts: 352	Hmm, I do believe Rolex makes much fewer SS and the black dial is in great demand judging from the going rate. Things happen for a reason and for the SS it is just a simple case of demand outstripping supply. IMO if we choose to buy the SS we just have to forget about the hefty premium and pay up. The price for any subsequent resale would be relatively higher too. So, the question on intrinsic value (oh, I get back some gold on the TT) really doesn't apply. Buying gold bars would be a better option. I agree that both the SS or TT have their own attraction. Yes, the TT is a bit dressier. __________________ Fat cats need to be fed too. A cat has nine lives. Fat cats may have more.

16 July 2007, 12:34 AM	#2
watchnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: David Location: SW Fla Watch: SS Daytona & TT DJ Posts: 1,430	I have a SS Sub and a TT DJ. If you can live with a bit of gold, that's the way to go. Aside from scratching it's just a rugged as steel and adds a little dressier dimension. Also, to me it seems like something that costs what you pay for these watches should have at least some precious metal in them.

16 July 2007, 12:54 AM	#3
finance21 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: U.S.A Posts: 363	SS all the way for me. I personally do not like the look of TT as much.

16 July 2007, 01:06 AM	#4
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	SS definetely. i don't like tt plus tt watches are scratched easier

16 July 2007, 03:15 AM	#8
dmalka Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: David Location: Miami, Florida Watch: GMTIIc SS Posts: 96	SS Black Face Daytona is awesome, I can't get enough of looking at mine. The TT is nice as well!

16 July 2007, 03:47 AM	#9
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,659	SS Daytona any day of the week. I am not a TT fan.

16 July 2007, 04:43 AM	#11
Rubenonfire "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Ruben Location: Orange County Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,317	I always go with the "buy what you really like" advice. For myself, that would be SS regardless of the proximity in price to the TT. However, if you like them both equally, I'd go TT all the way. Not only will it be easier to acquire, you should be able to negotiate a pretty attractive discount which will essentially boil down to getting a watch with gold for the same price as only stainless steel. Regardless of the market, I think we can all agree that gold is more valuable than stainless steel!

16 July 2007, 04:47 AM	#12
Omar_Jaramillo Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: California Posts: 64	I own a TT Blue SUb it looks amazing, I was going to get the SS model first only because I had to pull an extra 3G's for the other one. BUt after carefull consideration and advise from almost everyone on this forum! I went TT BLUE and I am really glad I made that decision. The SS daytona is popular because its in high demand, but its just stainless steel, if you get TT it has gold and gold is always worth more ! (plus it looks nicer) Well thats my 2 cents choose wisely !

16 July 2007, 05:14 AM	#13
dmalka Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: David Location: Miami, Florida Watch: GMTIIc SS Posts: 96	Daytona SS Black Face sill my favorite!

16 July 2007, 07:05 AM	#15
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Man Paul, that's a great looking 16520.

16 July 2007, 07:32 PM	#20
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	I want a Daytona. Now you guys have me all confused. Thought I would hold out and get a SS (hopefully someday at MSRP), but man for a bit more with a decent discount I could go TT. I do have two other TT now already though...

16 July 2007, 11:04 PM	#26
logoflove Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: FL Posts: 51	TT al the way, why pay for steel. its just too plain

16 July 2007, 11:17 PM	#27
Henry T "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Malaysia Posts: 352	From the posts, SS vs TT score is pretty even. __________________ Fat cats need to be fed too. A cat has nine lives. Fat cats may have more.

17 July 2007, 02:22 AM	#29
alglez "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: houston Watch: TT blue sub Posts: 252	man either one is fine but I like gold so TT Daytona is what I prefer

17 July 2007, 03:44 AM	#30
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,087	TT all the way. I love my gold crowns and bezel etc. It really gives it a special look. Now that I think of it I barely see TT Daytonas mostly all SS or all YG (which imho is breathtaking) So its nice to have something different!

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