126500LN or 116500LN? I went for…

[rolexboy66]

Thanks everyone! Can’t wait to wear it out ��
Hope everyone has a wonderful day ahead!

[rolesor2022]

I had the opportunity to buy the white 126500 as well.. but I chose the 116500 white just like you did! It's the original and classic beauty!

[rolexboy66]

Originally Posted by rolesor2022

I had the opportunity to buy the white 126500 as well.. but I chose the 116500 white just like you did! It's the original and classic beauty!

Fantastic! Yes I was really surprised I got the 116 too as I was looking at 126 all these while.. but when I finally saw both in person, I preferred the bolder contrasts in the 116.

[rolesor2022]

Originally Posted by rolexboy66

Fantastic! Yes I was really surprised I got the 116 too as I was looking at 126 all these while.. but when I finally saw both in person, I preferred the bolder contrasts in the 116.

Beautiful choice! We own the shortest production Daytona to date. The one and only original ceramic Daytona. 116 Wins

[Mrngrz46]

116500 has more robust movement and more character with more pronounced contrast.
Also the case is basically perfect. 116500 is the shortest daytona ceramic production also.

[Deppe]

Originally Posted by Mrngrz46

116500 has more robust movement and more character with more pronounced contrast.
Also the case is basically perfect. 116500 is the shortest daytona ceramic production also.

I think that the 116500 is one of the shortest production Daytonas ever (depending on how we categorize the different variants of the 4-digits). In production for 7 years, but effectively probably only 6 due to Covid-19.

From what I gather, the 6263 was in production approx. 17 years. The 16520 was in production for approx. 12 years and the 116520 was in production for approx. 16 years, so we are back to around the 1970’s, before a Daytona last had such a short run. It’s gonna be interesting to see, how long the 126500 are gonna be available (and what comes next).

[Mystro]

He knows a thing or two about great watches…..

[rolesor2022]

Originally Posted by Mystro

He knows a thing or two about great watches…..

WOW, hes wearing a panda?? i thought he would be too above it

[Oytun]

Originally Posted by rolesor2022

WOW, hes wearing a panda?? i thought he would be too above it

Seems like he enjoys that one

[RichM]

Congratulations

[rolexboy66]

Originally Posted by Mystro

He knows a thing or two about great watches…..

Wow amazing!

[APPRF]

Congrats, the Panda 116500 is the way to go. It's better looking without the cheap ring, and thin subdials, just wait until the new model thing wears off. Collectors will realise Rolex made a mistake with the new Daytona similar to the Hulk vs Starbucks Sub.

[karleone]

Congrats OP it’s a beautiful watch!

[rolexboy66]

Originally Posted by karleone

Congrats OP it’s a beautiful watch!

Thank you! ☺️

[LPan]

I have the black 126500 but in the process of trading it for the white 11. The black is stunning but I fancy the pop of the white which i prefer on the 11.

[rolexboy66]

Originally Posted by LPan

I have the black 126500 but in the process of trading it for the white 11. The black is stunning but I fancy the pop of the white which i prefer on the 11.

Hi there, yes I agree 116 white pops more although betw the 126 series black would also be my choice! You got a beautiful watch there too! Hope u would be able to make the trade soon! Best of luck 😉

[salnuaimi]

Originally Posted by LPan

I have the black 126500 but in the process of trading it for the white 11. The black is stunning but I fancy the pop of the white which i prefer on the 11.

I have both and the white is a no match

[rmlovett1]

Congratulations!

[Spartacus]

116500 is the one I prefer.

[Jackie Daytona]

Congratulations!

[rolexboy66]

Originally Posted by Jackie Daytona

Congratulations!

Thank you Jackie!

[cuppa_watch]

Congratulations! I too have the same feeling. I'm so lucky and was offered a NOS 116500LN from my ad a few weeks ago. It is a good contender for the 116500LN with the latest dated card!

[worldofoyster]

you did well

[gamingdoctor]

Great looking watch, I think you made the right choice!

There's only one first, and that's the one you picked. I like the bolder look and more compact case design.

[Brian Page]

I did the same thing, the previous version is better than the new with the ring, at least for the black dial on my opinion

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[rolesor2022]

Originally Posted by Brian Page

I did the same thing, the previous version is better than the new with the ring, at least for the black dial on my opinion

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Wrong. 126 black is better than 116 black

[karleone]

Originally Posted by rolesor2022

Wrong. 126 black is better than 116 black

You see. Close minded!

[vlps]

had the white 116500, now have the white 126500. didnt like the new one at first seeing it in pictures, but after owning it, it's hard to explain but its just so much more visually refined and put together. i do like both but prefer the new one

[MY-WATCH]

Some ppl just can’t say congrats to the OP for his new watch
And just post some blaaa blaaa blaaa about the other reference that obviously he didn’t choose as well as many congratulating posters here

[goldboy]

Gosh my black dial 116500 feels insulted after this post. You did go for the classic smaller case size though, great choice