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Fastwong's recent acquisition of a Rolex Daytona for his mother sparks a fascinating discussion on the enduring appeal and evolving perception of this iconic chronograph. His personal journey, marked by a long-held desire for the Daytona and a surprising detour to the Sea-Dweller, offers a relatable entry point into the complexities of watch collecting. This article explores how a watch's legend can shape, and sometimes challenge, a collector's expectations.
…did this come out of your watch budget or your mothers? LOL It’s a watch I’m smitten by too. And one with which I also have a story AND one which also started with a Sea Dweller ! I did however fill my Daytona desire many years ago. Strange to say this in light of what else has been on my wrist but no other watch gives more satisfaction.
If she knew how much watches were today she wouldn't spend the money so the only way to make it happen was to hide the cost and make it a gift. I get what you're saying though about the wearing satisfaction, must be Rolex marketing eating our brains, been eating mine since the '80s. Half the time I think this looks way too small and too shiny, like a knock off, and other half of the time it looks just the right, perfectly proportioned, and timeless. At the time I thought an SD and a Daytona woul
so did you end up getting a Daytona in the past (the one on your wrist pic)…and now you are going to gift it to your mom? Or did you just purchase this now for her? 🤔
It’s just a degree of pave that varies.
(Or daughter I’m not judging 😀)
A super nice gift, and your mother has great taste.
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