Rolex Daytona Book

[ratty]

Hello

I hope you are all well.

I'm interested in buying a book about Daytonas and I'm wondering if anyone has it, or has seen it, and can offer any opinions on it?

The book is called Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Vol 2. Self Winding Models (From 1988) by Gregoire Rossier who I think wrote the Moonwatch Only books.

I'm looking for a factual book, like the Moonwatch Only, as opposed to a book full of Rolex adverts etc, perhaps like the recent Speedmaster book!

I look forward to hearing any comments about the book you may have.

Thanks very much.

[SS Oyster]

I received the 2-book set as a gift, but as of yet only the manual wind book has been Received.

First book is terrific. Just what you are looking for.


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[SS Oyster]

I have the white one, still waiting on black one.




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[ratty]

That's the one.


It appears to be up to date with the photo of the latest SS model on the front.

[Murphtimes]

The book "Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Vol 2" by Gregoire Rossier is highly regarded among collectors and enthusiasts. Much like "Moonwatch Only," it focuses on factual information and detailed insights about the Daytona models, particularly the self-winding ones from 1988 onwards. Many readers appreciate the thoroughness and depth of research, which makes it a valuable addition to any watch enthusiast's library. If you're looking for something that's not just filled with advertisements, this book should meet your expectations.

[ratty]

Originally Posted by Murphtimes

The book "Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Vol 2" by Gregoire Rossier is highly regarded among collectors and enthusiasts. Much like "Moonwatch Only," it focuses on factual information and detailed insights about the Daytona models, particularly the self-winding ones from 1988 onwards. Many readers appreciate the thoroughness and depth of research, which makes it a valuable addition to any watch enthusiast's library. If you're looking for something that's not just filled with advertisements, this book should meet your expectations.

Thanks.

Your reply sounds exactly like an advert taken directly from the publisher!

Have you actually seen and read the book?

[ratty]

Originally Posted by ratty

Hello …

I'm looking for a factual book, like the Moonwatch Only, as opposed to a book full of Rolex adverts etc, perhaps like the recent Speedmaster book!

…
Thanks very much.

By the way, in my original post I meant to say the recent Submariner book, not Speedmaster book.

[SS Oyster]

I don’t know how anyone could have read the self-winding book yet as I have paid for and been waiting on my copy since March ‘24.


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[ratty]

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

I don’t know how anyone could have read the self-winding book yet as I have paid for and been waiting on my copy since March ‘24.


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Ohh, I hadn’t realised that it hadn’t been released yet.

I guess that means that I will not be getting one for Christmas!

[harvey]

…there’s copies for sale right now on both booksetc and speedyhen

[77T]

And Amazon...at a discount.

If you order today, they are promising white book on 2 day delivery and black book Dec 17-24th

Hope they come through




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[1William]

Good information.

[brandrea]

Good to know

[ratty]

Update.

I decided I wanted this book and wife said she would buy it for me. She ordered it yesterday on Amazon with a 40% saving. It has just arrived! Order to delivery took about twenty hours which I think is very good.

The book is sealed and I've been told to leave it sealed and keep it for Christmas so I can't tell you if it is any good, but the author also did the Moonwatch Only book so I'm expecting very good things.

[0nly5iv3Digits]

For me, the Mondani literature is the best. No substitute for it. They're bloody expensive though... *monopolies*

[77T]

My white book arrived today.
The black book should be here next week.


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[SS Oyster]

My black book (part of 2-book order) has still not come in. Strange … others getting them while I continue to wait on mine.


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[ratty]

Originally Posted by 0nly5iv3Digits

For me, the Mondani literature is the best. No substitute for it. They're bloody expensive though... *monopolies*

I’ve got the Mondani book, but for some reason, I’m not that keen on it.

It’s been a couple of years since I last looked at it so I can’t remember exactly why, but I think I remember that there were quite a few photos of watches that had sold and the writer explaining their condition. It’s a nice book, but it’s certainly not worth the very high price in my opinion.

I really like the Moonwatch Only book, but I think that’s because it goes into detail about all of the differences in those watches. There simple aren’t that many differences in Daytonas so I suppose the books have to be different.

[0nly5iv3Digits]

Originally Posted by ratty

it’s certainly not worth the very high price in my opinion.

Oh, it's horrendous!! For me it's the images that I wish were of a higher quality. Otherwise, the Mondani encyclopedic knowledge is gold-standard imo. Every dial iteration etc. Incredibly helpful for any serious collector

[SS Oyster]

Update - my black book (counterpart to white) is now set to arrive somewhere between 31 Dec and 3 Jan.


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[ratty]

I’ve had a look at the book now and I really like it. I think it is similar to the Moonwatch Only book which I see as a positive.

Positives. I think the book is well made, has lots of detail and appears to cover all models, some of which I’d never heard of.

Negatives. Like some other books, this one noticeably smells a bit! I don’t know why some books smell, can anyone tell me? However the biggest problem with the book is, like the Moonwatch Only book, I now find myself wanting to buy more watches! Just when I was thinking of selling some, I now want more, what can I say!

I personally recommend this book to anyone interested in self winding Daytonas. I prefer it over the Mondani book and I’m now thinking of getting the other book covering the earlier watches as well.

[Bazil]

I’ve just bought one on Amazon uk, £95 from £150. Delivery is Saturday …

[exroll]

Originally Posted by ratty

I’ve had a look at the book now and I really like it. I think it is similar to the Moonwatch Only book which I see as a positive.

Positives. I think the book is well made, has lots of detail and appears to cover all models, some of which I’d never heard of.

Negatives. Like some other books, this one noticeably smells a bit! I don’t know why some books smell, can anyone tell me? However the biggest problem with the book is, like the Moonwatch Only book, I now find myself wanting to buy more watches! Just when I was thinking of selling some, I now want more, what can I say!

I personally recommend this book to anyone interested in self winding Daytonas. I prefer it over the Mondani book and I’m now thinking of getting the other book covering the earlier watches as well.

Hi, I'm Greg, one of the authors of the books. It's true that it smells when new, but the smell disappears after a few days/weeks. According to the printer, the smell comes from environmentally friendly inks.

[Bazil]

environmentally friendly inks ?
Awesome, driven by Amazon trucks using electric, print machines using solar panels, and paper ethically sourced ..
Love it …

[ratty]

Originally Posted by exroll

Hi, I'm Greg, one of the authors of the books. It's true that it smells when new, but the smell disappears after a few days/weeks. According to the printer, the smell comes from environmentally friendly inks.

Hi Greg

Thanks for your reply.

Is it OK to pm you about something I’ve found in the book which I’m curious about?

Thanks again.

[Mhardy56789]

Hi,
Can you order these from the AD as well ? If so, does anyone know how much it is ?

Thanks,
Mark

[harvey]

Originally Posted by Mhardy56789

Hi,
Can you order these from the AD as well ? If so, does anyone know how much it is ?

Thanks,
Mark

This publication has nothing to do with either Rolex or their ADs.

Price is anywhere from £90 to £150 so it’s best to shop around.

[exroll]

Originally Posted by ratty

Hi Greg

Thanks for your reply.

Is it OK to pm you about something I’ve found in the book which I’m curious about?

Thanks again.

Yes sure!

[ratty]

Originally Posted by exroll

Yes sure!

Hi Greg

I have tried to pm you tonight but I'm not sure if it sent!

[ratty]

Can anyone tell me if I can pm someone with only 6 posts please?