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Interesting idea...

 

and I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the manual wind Daytonas, particularly the Paul Newman/Exotic dial models.  A new one would give people a modern easy to service movement and availability of parts, a sturdier bracelet, improved water resistance, and a more affordable price.  All good things.  However, if Rolex made a huge batch of "new PN Daytonas" they still would be lacking the magic of the vintage PN Daytonas.  Some of that magic of the PN Daytonas is derived from the story behind its name, its relative rarity, its exclusivity, and the price.  I think if Rolex wanted to capture some of the "Magic" of the vintage PN, they would have to do more than just make a PN styled dial.  They would have to make it in very limited quantities to maintain its exclusivity, maybe make it a manual wind (maybe a modern take on the Cal 727), and unfortunately charge a lot more for it than for a standard Daytona.  

While I love the Daytonas, and  have a 16520, 16528, and 116520, I'm not sure I'd want a retro-remake.  Sometimes there is no substitute for an original, be it a car, a watch, or artwork.  Maybe it means I'll never have a PN, but I've seen them in person, admired them and maybe we aren't supposed to have everything in life we like or want.  It gives us a holy grail to seek...maybe someday we reach that goal, but its ok if we don't. 

Best regards,

Dino

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Some Rolex Dreams

 
By: ImranLondon : April 13th, 2011-08:25
I think it's fair to say that the Newman Daytona is the grail for many a vintage Rolex lover. The problem, its also become a cult item, a status symbol. Popstars, footballers and racing drivers to name but a few now vie regularly with WIS to obtain one. T...  

Well, Imran, like you I would love to see something in relation with the P.N design.

 
By: amanico : April 13th, 2011-08:30
But like you, I fear we are very far from it... Surprising, when you compare with the last Tudor Chrono " Heritage ", which " sticks " to the patrimony, while Rolex goes far from its roots. The latest Daytona? Not for me, clearly. But we don't have to all... 

Imran.....

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : April 13th, 2011-08:42
I'd like to share some thoughts. Lets imagine Rolex gave us something on PN that you suggest. It still won't cut it for you. You see, the vintage PN is so desirable for reasons that are not easily put into words. Take the Mona Lisa. Technically, it is a l... 

I confirm, Baron ...

 
By: amanico : April 13th, 2011-10:30
That these 24 hours spent with YOUR P.N were an unfrogettable ( and almost traumatizing ) experience. Living, even for a shirt time, with this watch on your wrist, is really something, and helps you to better understand why so many people are running afte... 

Hi Baron...I know, I had 6239 and a 6262 PN in the 90's.... :(

 
By: ImranLondon : April 13th, 2011-11:48
oh and a 6265 Paul Newman with box and papers...... go on shoot me....I deserve it...

excellent....

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : April 13th, 2011-11:59
in which case you know what I am talking about. 6239 is probably my favourite, followed by the 62 and 64. When wearing the 62, i have been known to jump tall buildings.

Great image work, Imran.

 
By: TdotBean : April 13th, 2011-09:05
I have all about given hope that Rolex will revisit its past. Especially a controversial watch like Paul Newman Daytona. I can dream but the is getting shorter. The latest Explorer II further strengthen that belief. However I applause Rolex making these b... 

interesting thread but here are my two honest cents

 
By: georgeszaslavsky : April 13th, 2011-12:22
Well knowing how much costs a vintage 6238, 6239, 6263 and 6265 plus the quasi unavailability of spare parts for calibre 722 and 727 , you would be in shock to hear of what costs to service valjoux 72 based rolex calibre, it used to cost over 1000€ ... 

Interesting idea...

 
By: Dino944 : April 20th, 2011-14:30
and I have always had a soft spot in my heart for the manual wind Daytonas, particularly the Paul Newman/Exotic dial models. A new one would give people a modern easy to service movement and availability of parts, a sturdier bracelet, improved water resis...