Vintage Rolex Collector's Dinner & New Daytona

Mike H · 2018-11-06T22:31:03Z

Mike H shares photos from a collector's dinner featuring vintage Rolex Daytonas, Submariners, and GMTs, celebrating a new acquisition and community passion.

Mike H shares a vibrant photo essay from a recent gathering with fellow watch enthusiasts, showcasing an impressive array of vintage Rolex timepieces. The post highlights the camaraderie among collectors and celebrates the acquisition of a significant new piece, offering a glimpse into the passion that drives the community.

Last night we gathered with few close friends and had a great dinner. Although it was delicious I forgot to take pictures... of the food. There was some heavy stuff on the table and we had good fun. Sorry for the bad pics but the light wasn’t good for photos...

Let’s start with 4 digits Daytona’s...

But there were also others...

(this pic before the restaurant as you can see from the light)

But Subs and GMT were also there...

Actually it was a great evening to celebrate the new comer in my stable... (cream dial)

What a great evening

Key Points from the Discussion

Watch collector gatherings (GTGs) are primarily about forging new friendships and connections, with the watches serving as a common passion that brings people together.
The Rolex Daytona Ref. 6263, particularly with a white panda dial, is considered by some to be the most attractive and timeless Rolex ever created, holding significant desire among collectors.
Four-digit Rolex Daytonas, driven by passion rather than investment, are expected to continue appreciating in value, especially with the high demand for newer references like the 116500.
While four-digit Daytonas are spectacular, their high price point has led many collectors to explore similar chronographs from other brands like Breitling, Longines, and Heuer as more accessible alternatives.
For some collectors, the specific version and condition of a Rolex are more critical than just the reference number, leading them to wait for the perfect piece rather than settling.

The Discussion

sham1

Nov 6, 2018

Mike your photos are

making me want the 6263 more!! For a non Rolex man and for someone who only wears dress watches to crave for a Rolex says a lot about allure of the 6263!!

Mike H

Nov 7, 2018

Right and wrong my friend...

Right because Indeed I often wear dress watches but not only ; Wrong because I am not a non Rolex guy but it is true that I appreciate certain kind of Rolex watches a lot more like this 6263 or nice gilt versions

sham1

Nov 7, 2018

Mike, I was actually talking about myself

when I said 'for a non Rolex man'!!

Mike H

Nov 7, 2018

LOL sorry for the misunderstanding but your sentence could have been true as I had understood it ;-) [nt]

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sham1

Nov 8, 2018

I like to think Mike

that you are a lot more flexible than I am when it comes to watch collecting!!

Mike H

Nov 8, 2018

;-) Nobody is perfect my friend 🤣 [nt]

Vintage Rolex Collector's Dinner & New Daytona

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