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

[contender09]

@dsu Here is a picture that shows the difference between the CF and BT crystal. The dial in both watches is a BT V2 dial. I've read some members say that the BT crystals are too clear and not gen-like so take that into account.

Left is CF crystal and right is BT crystal.

i think the BT crystal looks better in this picture. where did you get the crystal from?

 

[contender09]

I think i'm just gonna bite the bullet and buy the CF 116500 black dial and just wear it ootb. Nobody is gonna be looking at my watch with a microscope anyway. After a while i'll start to buy parts for it and start modding it, But I feel from what I have learned from the forum and what I have seen in this posting, Ill be more than satisfied with CF.

 

[Orthopod]

I think i'm just gonna bite the bullet and buy the CF 116500 black dial and just wear it ootb. Nobody is gonna be looking at my watch with a microscope anyway. After a while i'll start to buy parts for it and start modding it, But I feel from what I have learned from the forum and what I have seen in this posting, Ill be more than satisfied with CF.

Why not the 126500?

 

[mcboom]

I think i'm just gonna bite the bullet and buy the CF 116500 black dial and just wear it ootb. Nobody is gonna be looking at my watch with a microscope anyway. After a while i'll start to buy parts for it and start modding it, But I feel from what I have learned from the forum and what I have seen in this posting, Ill be more than satisfied with CF.

I have the CF panda and I'm more than happy after a deep xtal swap

 

[contender09]

Why not the 126500?

To be honest from all the photos i've seen of both iterations, I personally think the 116500 has the better looking dial ( I could be wrong). But as everyone has said on here, everything is subjective and comes down to to the buyer and what they see and I like.

 

[mcboom]

To be honest from all the photos i've seen of both iterations, I personally think the 116500 has the better looking dial ( I could be wrong). But as everyone has said on here, everything is subjective and comes down to to the buyer and what they see and I like.

I prefer the overall look of the 116500 as well

 

[contender09]

I prefer the overall look of the 116500 as well

me too. The 126500 sub dials are smooth where as the 116500 has those " lines or ridges " within. them which i feel is more authentic looking and gives the dial more texture.

 

[BlueBMWdad]

I purchased a Clean V3 panda and had TD do the Deep Xtal swap and honestly holding it next to my gen datejust and viewing it in all kinds of lighting I struggle to see any difference. It seemed like the shift of the hue was the biggest complaint about the regular clean V3.

 

[Oash7]

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[Jurisdoctor]

Hi All, in march 2022 I bought a 116520 white dial clean factory. I actually do not remember if my version is v2 or v3. Is there anyone that can explain me when has been released the V3? Many thanks!

 

[SS72]

Hi All, in march 2022 I bought a 116520 white dial clean factory. I actually do not remember if my version is v2 or v3. Is there anyone that can explain me when has been released the V3? Many thanks!

I think a good quality picture of your watch here would be good. If you post one, someone may help out.

In the meantime, this might help. Yes, it's a thread about the black dial, but the white is here.

Post in thread 'Clean Factory Daytona 116520 Black Actual Watch Detailed Pictures Sharing' https://forum.replica-watch.info/th...ailed-pictures-sharing.10436161/post-11456535

 

[mandipan]

Huge thank you to @daytonadude for sending me the proper gasket for my 116520. Definitely makes an an improvement.

whats the difference of this gasket from CF gasket? height?

 

[saeedr]

Hi,
I’m about to purchase 116520 black dial.
What is the best current version?
Thnx

 

[markwinkler999]

In Chinese forum, people prefer 116500 for white pandas , and 126500 for black panda. This is based on look

 

[toni123456]

Hi,
I’m about to purchase 116520 black dial.
What is the best current version?
Thnx

Clean V3

 

[asusundevils1971]

Found this nice little comparison Gen vs BTF vs Clean done by CTime a year ago.

 

[Radiantz]

In Chinese forum, people prefer 116500 for white pandas , and 126500 for black panda. This is based on look

Not just the Chinese forums prefer this, there are really alot of comments saying to have 11s for pandas and 12s for godzillas.

Ultimately it still boils down to individual preference and taste.

116500 white dial for me thou.

 

[Ramius]

Hi guys I'm in love with the 116520, I spent hours reading this thread and as far as I understand Clean V3 is the only choice despite some flaws like the subdials size still not perfect, as well as the light reflection, the RT of certification for the white dial, and the non 3d effect bezel... I might forgetting something else.

Besides, looking for info, I found this https://www.reddit.com/r/RepTime/comments/1b4thc8
What do you guys think about it?

 

[markwinkler999]

I kind like this one more than the 116500. It is mostly due to my skin tone which matches better with stainless boarder. Your situation might different

 

[masterpiece777]

Hi everyone,

Could someone tell me if this is the latest version of CF 116500LN panda?
Highly appreciate it