The Ultimate Daytona Buying Guide (Ref. 116520/116500)

[EdenAlando]

Hi Guys, does anyone know where can i get a clean factory 116500 replacement black dial?

 

[oliver262626]

Hello I can help you

 

[Proseph]

Isnt there a version 3 now?

 

[Lux313]

alright guys... who currently has the best ceramic bezel in your opinion.... open to modders as well

 

[ghostte]

I went BTF v2 and it's been fantastic

 

[6spdrwd]

Apparently CF updated the to subdials to be less fat? If so that's what I'll be getting.

 

[ghostte]

If you're grabbing a non-ceramic, Clean is the only option AFAIK

 

[Usernaaaame]

Still looks too fat...

 

[ExtraExtra]

This is at the top of my list right now. I'm just waiting until CNY is over, though I might go broke on the Buy/Sell page before the TDs are back in action.

Really like the panda. Trusty had this out and the black dial 2 weeks ago. Now added to my wish list.

 

[6spdrwd]

If you're grabbing a non-ceramic, Clean is the only option AFAIK

Yeah you're right. I really want steel bezel black dial but would consider ceramic bezel if fat subdials are still a problem.

 

[ghostte]

Yeah you're right. I really want steel bezel black dial but would consider ceramic bezel if fat subdials are still a problem.

I want a steel bezel too but wish there was a BTF version, Clean's pushers aren't the same as the gen watch

 

[Omega38]

Does anyone know if the BTF case is closer in shape to gen or is the case the same as clean?

 

[Pateka]

Great summary! @Cheeps :One thing is not clear though: you say first the best out of the box for panda 116500 is CF and in the conclusion you say is BTF. Which one is your preferable for those who don’t want to go franken or mood?

 

[imaballa]

Great summary! @Cheeps :One thing is not clear though: you say first the best out of the box for panda 116500 is CF and in the conclusion you say is BTF. Which one is your preferable for those who don’t want to go franken or mood?

And also saying White dial is closer to Gen vs black dial or did I miss read?

 

[Vitto2]

Bye,
I am not an expert on modern daytona replicas. I would like to know if the Clean 116520 case is engraved with a serial number or not.
Thank you.
V

 

[Magic Mike]

I also have one question. Is there someone on here that is building custom daytonas. I would love to order one custom.

 

[Radolux]

Hi All,

For a friend of mine i'm goging to order a daytona. I'm really into Rolex reps but not this model so I have no idea which factory is the best.
The watch wont be modded.

In the first post I have read this:
1. Daytona’s worth buying on the market
There are currently two makers who build the best Daytonas. Those are either BTF or CF, with both offering either the 116520 or 116500 version of this watch.

Is this still correct? My friend wants a 116500 Black dial & black bezel. Steel bracelet.

Hopefully someone can help me. Thanks a lot.

 

[imaballa]

Bye,
I am not an expert on modern daytona replicas. I would like to know if the Clean 116520 case is engraved with a serial number or not.
Thank you.
V

yes

 

[imaballa]

Hi Guys,

On this Clean black 116500 do you think the bottom subdial is misaligned the chrono second hand is not in the middle of the 60 and the 60 looks slightly crooked. https://imgur.com/a/E7TZzHH

What do you guys think?

 

[TimeFlyz]

Don’t go too much by those alignment markings , I have had QC look like it’s offf but with Watch in hand looks great.
Also the second probably were running in first pic you can see different indication .
Nice watch I have same by BTF.