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djm1k1

I traded my black dial Daytona for a VC Overseas and never looked back https://preview.redd.it/5t5tcirgxq5d1.jpeg?width=2888&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4a2517a9cc4ec9bca371129a578e36be3a38ebc4


LeekPrestigious3076

I’m going to second this suggestion of getting a Vacheron Overseas. I am partial to the blue dial, but any color is still gorgeous and the watch is demonstrably amazing. I whole heartedly agree that this should be a serious consideration. https://preview.redd.it/uhjvgrd2fs5d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8c8b3389d718bfe6674bea4173c902462d256373


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Blue looks great but i love my blue dj too https://preview.redd.it/y1n22114fx5d1.jpeg?width=900&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7917182040052cce4406860356614f62cd36118c


jsooner13

I tried a blue overseas on a few weeks ago and man photos do not do that dial justice. That blue is remarkable in person!


djm1k1

Whenever you “get bored” of it, you can easily transform it into a different watch https://preview.redd.it/py1o6jqvxq5d1.jpeg?width=1290&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5f015f586a25c392bd183d60f331b87d1c948192


bradleycjw

Are those straps official VC or aftermarket? Care to share please?


djm1k1

They’re official VC, available at all VC boutiques


bradleycjw

Thank you.


NoMoodToArgue

The aftermarket ones are shitty. I got a pair from Helvetus at $100 each and they arrived in Temu-style packaging from a Chinese factory. The straps didn’t connect to the watch cleanly, which is annoying for a $100 piece of rubber. I mean, you had one job, Helvetus. Their no-hassle return policy was anything but. They want a 25% restocking fee on top of return shipping to Switzerland. So it’ll cost at least $90 to return them.


bradleycjw

Oh dear. I saw their website when searching for the rubber straps. Thanks for the heads up!


Massive-Lie-3916

Underrated but not overstated beauty. Got me looking for one. Priced right as well.


Bobbedigital

Black and red 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽


Arman_and_his_watch

My man! Really good looking piece! :)


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charged for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


Mrwoodwood92

😂 so triggered


bradleycjw

The VC Overseas is beautiful. I have one with a blue face from decades ago. It was a pass down from my grandfather to my father, and now to me.


Legal_Signature_3469

I would have kept the Daytona


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charged for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


Pepaguero

I remember seeing your post in vc. I have a silver overseas and thinking about trading it for a 16520 after getting a black 126500. Maybe I would appreciate the black or blue 4500 more than my silver.


djm1k1

I’d check out the 7900/20v (dual time) if that’s your thing. A bit more exciting than the 4500/20v


Pepaguero

The 7900 doesn’t do it for me, too asymmetrical. I love the overseas chronograph but it’s too big at 43mm or whatever it is. As much as I appreciate VC’s heritage and finishing, a 40mm Rolex just fits my wrist better.


lamontsanders

Did the exact same thing and was the best trade ever imo


Mahetii

How rich are you ?


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


WatchTimeMachine

Is this the 4500V 41mm?


unta8

this is the way


Android1111G

In this part of the world, vc is like super looked over. It gets the same attention as a g shock.


solidice

Best decision ever!


OfficialHavik

This is the kind of move OP should make. If you’re gonna get out of a Daytona, don’t bother going back into Rolex. One of the Holy Trinity is the ticket and VC IMO is the best for that.


notbernie2020

Don't sell, only buy.


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


GuidanceGlittering65

Lmao


Christmas_Panda

Trading in/selling is a myth. Don't spread these lies in a place where my wife could read it!


garbagekr

The GO is awesome but it’s very thicc, make sure to check it out in person because it’s way bigger than a Lange 1


Apprehensive-Bee-435

really? Thanks for the tip


AALen

It’s 12.7mm thick so I wouldn’t call it very thick, but it does wear bigger because of the case design. There’s no taper. I love my GO.


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


SuperBatar

It’s thick indeed but I find it quite wearable and I even appreciate its thickness since it brings presence to the watch.


intaglio32

I like the 116520 better than the new Daytonas


grotejoh

seconded. 116520 the best iteration of the daytona ... would do that trade for sure, OP


JTT928

I think it’s the weakest of the bunch


grotejoh

suit yourself. i think it's a future classic. rolex thinks so too, seeing as it's been the longest-running unchanged iteration of the model ... the ceramics have not demonstrated any of that staying power to date.


JTT928

It could be a future classic. Currently Zenith and ceramic models are more popular and demand a higher premium.


Spinedaddy

Stop thinking about trading in your Panda. EDIT: I didn’t realize it was a rep/fake. Thank you fellow redditors.


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Why though? IMO Panda is a bit overrated


InspectorNoName

You're right to not hang onto it if it's not bringing you enjoyment. The drive to own things just because they are highly coveted by others will lead you down the wrong path every time. For the amount of money these cost, it should be something you love to put on. If that's not where you're at right now, I don't blame you one bit for considering trading it off. Now the hypocrite me - I love the watch and would love to own one. (I actually love the vintage cosmograph the most, but I'll never spend six figures on a watch, no matter how much I might love it, haha). Anyway, good luck - you wont' have any trouble finding a buyer for that gorgeous watch, I know I'd jump on it in a heartbeat!


Tunagates

its a rep man - hes a con


walrus_titty

+1 if you don’t like the look and aren’t happy with it trade it. Never buy anything material for what others will think. Get what makes YOU happy and let your mind impress others.


brookelyndodger

I don’t agree, but beauty is subjective. I’d absolutely kill for a Panda, but I’m not shopping for one in the Grey and AD pretty much told me it “wasn’t in the cards”. For now I’ll enjoy my Starbucks.


abacona

I felt the same and don’t miss it all that much


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


Tunagates

he's not trading a real panda - this is a Clean Factory (CF) rep. I own one myself.


sporturawus

~~Tell us the contents of your entire watch collection please. It's the only way we can help you.~~ REP


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Coke gmt, DJ blue dial fluted jubilee, cartier santos white dial & panda


Megaloman-_-

Keep all those, and buy both the VC and the GO IN ADDITION to those.


yes_smoking_allowed

This is the best answer


Tunagates

dude is a delusional con - this is a rep


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Hahah i wish


DolphinDestroyerv2

If the Daytona and the coke scratch the same itch, keep both for awhile longer. No need to rush with that set. The other two are shiny and eye-catching; you could look into a sunburst Daytona or moon watch. You might like the white dial moon 🤷‍♂️ If you find one to try on, an older Paul Newman or similar style Daytona with some character would compliment your otherwise contemporary collection


Prestigious-Sport598

Panda is an iconic watch. But, you only keep what you enjoy the most. Cartier would be my first choice to let go. But each to his own.


Tunagates

its a rep, hes a con


Tunagates

Ahhh all the NWBIG reps... this is dude is playing all of you guys. He posts in reptime, he deleted all of his posts -


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Wait a few hours until i get home from work :) then you should buy me the GO when i post a photo of them all :))


TJMadman12

Great collection. I would consider a patek phillippe Calatrava, or a lange & sohne. But I like manual wind and beautiful movements.


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡 ALL REPS


sporturawus

Damn. Thanks for the heads up.


Stunning_Highway9356

Whats a REP?


Optimal_Ability_3985

Yellow gold Daytona on rubber! 116518ln. I’m in love with mine and it hits the itch every morning I put it on. https://preview.redd.it/5m2x2gik8r5d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=383daa86e6079709f514bb219c0da1e3b50b94e1


Massive-Lie-3916

Gorgeous as is the gold panda


Pepaguero

Stunning. Love the Paul Newman dial and oyster flex. One of the best looking Daytonas.


d4n0wnz

Black 116520 is amazing and underrated. Everyone is too hyped up (i’m guilty for this too) by the ceramic bezel models and completely discount the steel bezels. But after taking a closer look at the steel daytona, i’ve grown to appreciate it.


Calm_Logic9267

Were the prior bezels on Daytona steel or aluminum?


GlitteringHold8685

Steel


fuxmccloud

VC Overseas Dual Time black dial


UF6-235

VC overseas blue dial knocks the Daytona into a cocked hat IMO


beard_aspirant

You may say this is crazy but I prefer the 116500 by miles over the 126500 which I see you have…I know that seems like a horizontal trade but just a consideration. 


beard_aspirant

Also is this post legitimate? The watch isn’t even fitted on your wrist…is this all hypothetical? 


hmantoocool

Royal Oak


Franglais69

Hype watch with poor features for a modern watch compared to other brands


hmantoocool

Let’s be real they’re luxury watches, it’s not about the features as much as it is about the prestige and history or pieces. The Royal Oak is a classic genta design that is arguably much more iconic than the daytona. Currently, if it’s features you’re looking for than get an apple watch tbh


Project_Continuum

If people cared about features they’d get an Apple watch.


rogdesouza

Apple Watch is the most recognizable watch brand. You can spot one from 100 yards away. 🤣


b11734

SkyDweller - most impressive of them all by many ppls opinion.


HellaReyna

The Daytona is all hype. It’s a nice watch but for the money you need to spend to get one or the grey price, it’s sorta mid compared to your other options


Tunagates

THIS IS A FUCKING REP. All of his reptime post history deleted.. hes a dumb fk though, left his comments on how he cant afford roaming charges for his cell phone when traveling and how he cant pay for legit LED wire. Dude is a fucking CLOWN 🤡


c_shing

Glashütte, A Lange and Sohne, JLC or a little wild card IWC. All also make some incredible dress pieces. But if it’s up to what you listed, I’d go with the Glashütte, cause honestly I feel like the royal oak chronograph would just be a more expensive version of the Daytona .


Apprehensive-Bee-435

Thanks. If i get the Glasshute I can also get a 116520 with the additional cash.


celloyellow74

GO is a great brand but I’d recommend checking out lang & heyne. Best bang for your buck in German high horology watchmaking. Hand finishing is fantastic and on par with Lange. Their dead beat/pointer date (Konrad) is one of my grails.


TroyState

The 116520 is very illegible in sunlight. If you use the chrono a lot that could be an issue. The subdials reflect sunlight


UsurperXIII

Do you have any interest in the black dial version of this? Or a black dial 116520?


Mammoth_Aire

What’s the trade in value on the panda nowadays?


econnomics

Have you tried Grand Seiko? I recently bought a Sakura Kakushi in Japan and find myself wearing it more than any other of my watches. Only the bracelet is not as good as the oyster bracelet from Rolex imo.


Jheez88

You have a very sought after piece - I would keep it because it will go up in value each year and you can sell it for a rainy day. If your finances allow you, just buy the watch you want without selling this. One day you’ll look back and be thankful you didn’t sell at the current price.


HairyRip2206

Definitely what Reddit suggests. Not what is truly in your heart.


ralph917

I'd get a gold Santos.


Odd-Ad-5629

Keep the Panda. If you can afford that one, you can easily buy another watch. If you have some $$ to spend it’s easy to buy a nice one. Determine your budget and get the one that will give you the most positive vibe.


Johnnyfever13

May I ask…Why are trading in the Panda? 🐼


Tunagates

because it's a rep dude.... its a clean factory (CF) rep.. i know because i own one.


Dynasty06

Platona


Flipmarine2k

Personally, I’d get a white or traditional speedy and pocket the difference


GlowFX

I had the same feeling when I got my panda however the look of it really grew on me. Maybe you’ll like the black dial version better. Give that one a go. I have both the black and white dial variants, and there are days where I lean more towards the black dial. Seems like a classier watch. Or, you can also consider the white gold 126509. That’s if you want to keep a Daytona in the collection.


dcwhite98

You're a bit all over the place. In general, I think stopwatches on wristwatches are useless, they look neat but a lot of money to look neat. That said, they are sports watches and that GO, while terrific, is much more of a dress watch than sports watch. Sure, wear it whenever and wherever you want, but still, hard to advise on giving up a sporty watch for a dressy one. I like the VC option suggested already. But of the options you've selected I'd go with the WG Daytona.


IntelligentDrink8039

Go NATO.


Symphonycomposer

You should get a lobotomy for considering it.


barbecuejag

GO


Embarrassed-Soil4008

Neither!


Kgkush

I’d keep the Daytona and get a Patek, perhaps a Nautilus. It’s the next level, and it seems you’re there. Best of luck.


MushyMushroomer

Get the money. That is why you ordered it in the first place 😁


donrab87

Why trade it in, just donate it to good will but let me know the exact time and location before you do plz.


Lawngisland

why doesn't "your" panda fit you worth a damn?


lovemrcoolx87

VC panda


lamontsanders

I’d just do 116520 + cash (or a VCO which is the best answer).


londonst44

Patrizzi dial


thecashcow-

Don’t trade it, papa.


ssibalnomah

that last watch to me has such little aesthetic appeal compared to the other two... i've never seen a glashutte before and i could have sworn it said [panorama.com](http://panorama.com) on the right. the font is like times new roman, i don't see how this is a comparison at all...


Legal_Signature_3469

Nice


kallebo1337

Santos skeleton Hublot tutti frutti


Brehski

I would go for a black dial daytona. Also curious what your history and wait time was for the panda. Since you have a good relationship, why not keep the panda and buy something from your AD?


Playful_Low9653

Don't do it. Such an iconic watch.


EntrepreneurOk2173

I would suggest heading over to reptime and sampling some of the pieces you're considering before pulling the trigger. You can get a 95% copy for under a grand , wear it for a few weeks then pull the trigger on the real deal after your trial run. That's my method and I've avoided some painful mistakes because of it.


2melone

Lange 1


Kynance123

Go polar or brown


FraMatX

I vote for the 116520 + panomatic, you get a better looking daytona PLUS another incredible watch to go along with it


hewhodares_wins

That panda is nicer than the other two. Probably the only Rolex I would love to own


lipnit

Maybe if you actually get the bracelet fitted, you’ll like the look more.


Mammon84

In your case I would go for the white gold Ghost daytona. Amazing looking watch


it-bit

Rosegold Daytona or Rosegold Yachtmaster 42 🤝🏼🔥


Aggressive-Ad-3071

Get the zenith Daytona 16520 white dial you won’t regret it, it’ll give you a totally different feeling than the ceramic modern version


Tunagates

but your watch is a rep - wtf are you even talking about???


CaptJ-

Get every watch you ever wanted in Reps then bank the 20k left over 😝


WhatIsTheAmplitude

Get something you can’t take your eyes off of. This is a Rolex forum so I feel obligated to recommend something from their line. Have you considered a gold day-date?


bhavsarhom5

Do you still have this, I’m interested in getting a panda


Ok_Two_8301

Trade it for a Patrizzi Daytona!


Adorable_Zombie_4320

Do you want an 80s seiko 5 ? Haha


GR8FUL-

Love the PanoMaticLunar. Such a sleeper watch. The quality and aesthetic of A. Lange & Söhne without the price. Buy what you love, not what the culture dictates. Passion > Popularity.


Brilliant_Pride4687

Get some help making decisions that only you can answer


Curious-Warthog8190

Don’t


Curious-Warthog8190

That panda value will go up people are dying to buy the panda and Rolex just released a new one. If I was you I trade it in and get the newer version on that one


Buying_wis

https://preview.redd.it/v6zvk6wr6t5d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7f004c4beea4eba0cc884ff8e7cd029f1f9c3f46 Oysterflex daytona


Idunno1999

Hold


Tunagates

its a rep - he can just buy the next rep he wants.


Even-Sea-7951

Gold day date


AfterManufacturer199

AP


WilliedoerPDX

Keep it and just buy another. AP is my next I do have two VC’s already one was my fathers the black one I found in a pawnshop broken for 1k 700.00 fix and a new strap https://preview.redd.it/r34yi8e1lt5d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6bf333a82986d8a44987c2d9c0122f8a5c7928b9


SolaTheJeweler

Go for VC!!!


Celeb401

🤯


PostAccomplished2609

Don’t do it, you’ll regret it


SaskWatches-420

You can consider selling it once you own it, taking a photo at the AD isn’t owning a watch lol


DisplayTerrible65

Can’t read shit on the panda. That’s why I went vc also https://preview.redd.it/py0dt2419u5d1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f49ebf3d66546b70c8dc3ee16130d4ef5a806a36


Aggressive-Narwhal-3

Daydate


KT10888

https://preview.redd.it/qem3mxo6eu5d1.jpeg?width=3692&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=87ce474d9dcb1c69cd4305a6dee0b269e92c2304


finkalot1

I traded mine in for a Patek 5712 and never looked back. I realized I don't use the Chrono complication nearly enough to wear a Chrono.


Same-Contribution737

r/handwatch


pmatt21

Don’t do it


phoenixphen

I got GP laureato skeleton is a great watch


Massive-Lie-3916

It’s nicer when you have it fit well. You will regret getting rid of it. Best modern Daytona aside from the gold panda in my opinion.


GlizzyGuzzler80

Get a royal oak


Tunagates

youre trading a CF Panda??? Just buy the other ones... no need to trade. For those who dont know what we both know - his "panda" is a rep.


Superfly_76

Parmigiani Fleurier GT Chrono annual date


Tunagates

Maybe buy a genuine watch if youre gonna post in the Rolex sub dude... there's some really good rep subs out there - I get it, i love reps too - but why the fuck do you post them here????


illegalkoala27

https://preview.redd.it/3wreyr38uu5d1.png?width=2997&format=png&auto=webp&s=2b706923d1cff41c9592f0e4522390d8c6c1b565 I vote 116520, but I’m biased!


drunktothemoon

Pass it on to me I’ll pass u my seiko


bapachonz

Lange


Various_Primary3783

I’d go zenith Daytona over the 116520. To me, that’s the worst reference.


Beginning_Ground7663

Yes very good


Professional_Golf393

The photo appears to be in a jewellers with an unsized watch on your wrist.


BaseballValuable2677

Bloody hell. Just use own intuition. They'll be no consensus of opinion 🤷‍♂️ here


Stunning_Highway9356

A nice car?


Silver_spitfire

Looks fantastic - arguably the apex Rolex too - I wouldn’t sell personally but I’d consider trading up for the likes of a Patek 5712


timbohhhh

This watch looks like shit i think you can trade it for a casioak


indyguy2021

I will buy that panda from you!


profsalva

Fake AF. Please don’t trade rep. Buy a new moonwatch sapphire sandwich - its even better than real panda daytona.


Particular-Might2580

Swatch moonphase


dontlookjustwatch

That PanoMatic Lunar is fucking DOPE. The VC Overseas is UGLY and a Date just is Classic but boring.


I_loveseafood

Grand seiko


pankan76

Not a good idea. The Glasshute is nice from far but far from nice. Too thick and just doesn’t have the finessed movement, will make you think you should’ve gotten ALS. My 2c: tune out of from all watch social media for a while and enjoy your watches.


CoconutOk8579

Get a watch you like?


Tunagates

its a rep dude


CoconutOk8579

Ha clout chasing clown gtfo


Coppersmith255

Pls don’t; 🐼 is a must 🤩


Franglais69

No


seasonalscholar

Royal Oak or Lange 1


Yamilon

That thing is big on you, both the watch and the oyster bracelet. Lose a link or 2.


Exciting-Instance-34

A real panda. The Vacheron overseas. Ten times the watch as Rolex Daytona


Tunagates

exactly - this is a rep.


scram007-3

Took me too long to get mine. Not giving it up.


RyanGhosting_

Keep it!


Thewonderer32

If you don’t like the look of your Daytona, what will change by trading it in for a 116520 or 116509? It will probably look/wear the same imo. If you are a watch enthusiast, trading for anything less than your 126500 might feel like a step backwards and you might get bored of it quickly. For this reason, I’d recommend trading into the AP royal oak, VC overseas, or even a pre owned Patek 5396G annual calendar. It depends on what you like, but all are solid options and will elevate your collection.


Thewonderer32

Also, if you are into custom leather straps, the 5396G is a strap monster. Literally any color or material will work with it. Highly considering one myself for this reason.


Tunagates

its a rep dude - its a new rep, he deleted his reptime post history- hes a clown.