The Daytona is my favorite model produced. Since it's difficult to purchase anything under 40,000 as of 3/14/22, I've been focusing on the 116520/16520 which have always been my favorite references due to collectable dial attributes/case attributes and being relatively accessible compared to other models.


116500 is 43,000 (Black) - 55,000 (White 2022 unworn)
116520 is 28,500 (Black) - 37,000 (White high condition /"Panna" creme dial)
16520 is 30,000 (Black/White) - 45,000 (Black/White high condition /Patrizzi)
62XX are all over the place depending on condition / dial type but all are over 70,000

*Update* (4 months later) 6/11/22

116520 = 23,000 (Black watch only +1,500 for complete set or newer buckle) - 25,000 (White complete set)
16520 = Unchanged
116500 = 26,000 (Black like new 2020 complete) - 36,000 (White complete set like new)

In conclusion....116500 took roughly a 40% drop in price from the "investor collector" jumping ship.


The 116500 is lightweight and super interesting design with the black ceramic bezel but is that ceramic bezel and updated caliber worth the extra 14,500 compared to the steel 116520/16520 (No...IMO)

Excited to hear what others think is the most exciting Daytona model right now.

 

I’m going to agree with you and say my favorite is the 116520. I prefer the white dial for better legibility.

 

Panda dial with black bezel…

 

I agree, they are a ‘bargain’ compared to the ceramic Daytona’s. I’m partial to the zenith movements of the 16520 reference. I’m lucky to have purchased my unpolished inverted 6 years ago when they were not loved and were going for a lot less than MSRP.

 

I’m not sure how to react to this post. Save the Patrizzi and the Newman, I’ve owned the other references for which if paid a fraction of the prices these command today. And this was not more than 10 years ago…had I known, I’d be retired today. I guess I’m a bad investor.

 

I agree wholeheartedly. I never regret selling a watch but the 16520 is close….and a fabulous daily wearer as you say.

 

16520 Zenith black or white.
The sub dial symmetry of the Zenith is so balanced to my eyes.
The ceramic bezel seems to make the watch top heavy.

 

45K for a Patrizzi is way optimistic unfortunately.

That said it's insane that a 116500 costs as much (or even more) a 16520.

Owned all these references, including the 116500: now I am very happy with a black 16520 and white 116520, even though the creamy 116520 itchy has started..

 

Though I'd update this thread since we've seen some BIG changes.

4 months later......

116500 took a hard hit
116520 took a medium hit
Neo-Vintage feels safe

IMO - Not an expert

 

time went by and when i saw just a sapphire crystal automatic unatractive daytona, the 16520 series, now I feel it more desirable and lovely to have. not sure if others feel the same way. black bezel still looks a bit monstruous all in all the general look and feel.

 

What's the price status of the 16528? Has anyone been watching this one?

 

i agree with this, and I see the same thing in Patek. Neo-vintage is definitely the safe place to be with prices still in some cases rising

its a broader discussion but I never saw vintage prices do what modern did the last 6-12 months and I don't see "A" quality vintage falling much at all

 

Update - The steel Daytona continues to take a beating. Recent prices I've seen in the last 5 days.

116500 White excellent condition complete white card 2018 - $26,000
116500 Black excellent condition complete white card 2019 - $23,000
116520 Black (Engraved Rehaut) watch only - $16,000
116520 White (Engraved Rehaut) watch only - $16,000

Love seeing the 16520 hold steady through the storm!

HNY!

Thomas

 

Lovely inverted 6!

 

One day I will have a 4 digit

 

Vintage Daytonas, including 16520s, would not be affected by the recent wild swings of the secondary market for newer Rolexes. It's a different animal.

And the 6263 "Big Reds" are my favorite, even over the PN models, but I'm biased.

 

Cosmograph or daytona? It's complicated.

 

I agree 16520 zenith would be my 2nd choice. My first is the same as yours, 6263 big red.

 

Maybe the most exciting update in this series - 116520 / 116500 dial style discontinued. I haven't seen the newest dial layout yet but I truly feel like the older layout was much much better.

116500 is 28,000 (Black) - 38,000 (White 2022 unworn)
116520 is 28,500 (Black) - 37,000 (White high condition /"Panna" creme dial)
16520 is 30,000 (Black/White) - 45,000 (Black/White high condition /Patrizzi)
62XX are all over the place depending on condition / dial type but all are over 70,000

I'm not sure if the market will rebound to the original price data point I posted back in 2022 but this discontinuation is a big deal (IMO)

I'm very excited to see how this plays out. I've had a 116520 in my personal collection for 3 years now back when it was the only Daytona I could afford. I'm excited to see them become more exciting now that you will no longer have access to the older more compact (IMO better( dial.