I used to have the black one a year ago and I sold it later. Now I have the white one. You know what I am still missing the black one and the key mission I have in this year is to get the black one again. I love the contrast of the gloss black dial and brush stainless steel of the sub dials. Good video and keep doing it 😊
Both are great but I slightly prefer the black dial. I've seen both in-person and the black is extremely versatile, while the white appears more sporty. Both can be worn with anything and you'd be lucky to own either, let alone both.
My thoughts exactly, but for the same reason, I prefer the white dial. lol. There are sooooo many black bezel/black dial options out there. The white dial daytona, to me, is the ultimate watch to wear casually during the warmer months.
Sheldon totally agree that the white dial Daytona is a fantastic summer option and definitely better than the black option. Throw it on a rubber strap and it will pop even more.
I personally have the white dial and I would say this dial exhibits its self over the black dial but I would not one making a matching set , great stuff
Bear Clooney Watches - Subscribed. I have the black dial and it’s just perfect to my eyes. Tremendous respect for acquiring both. Lots of hard work in your life to be in a position to do that.
I’ve always preferred the black dial without knowing precisely why, and your explanation of their differences helped me put words to my gut instinct. But I would also add that the black dial is more understated and nuanced. People don’t know it’s a Daytona at first, whereas the white dial is unmistakable. I actually prefer the under-the-radar mystique of the black dial version. It’s very sexy and quite exotic.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 that’s my point, I haven’t got tired of it. And in any case I have become tired of certain remarkable timepieces before. My rhodesium Yachtmaster for example. Just because a timepiece is remarkable does not guarantee the wearer will never tire of it. More understated watches tend to have less wow factor when you begin wearing them again after a substantial amount of time off the wrist, yet the wearer does not tire of wearing it, whereas flashier timepieces are more instantly appealing but that appeal is more likely to wear off faster. That is in my experience.
Interesting you prefer one over the other, I think they both look great. Both of them look impressive in their own different ways I have no preference they are both stunning chronograph watches. I love them both. Great video, keep up the good work 👍
Great video Bear! My choice would have to be the white dial, but the black dial is nice as well. That white dial just pops. It makes it easier for my tired older eyes to read the dial. Regardless, those are two amazing watches in you amazing collection. Thanks as always for sharing it with us.
Bear they both look great variety is the spice of life. I feel they can fit into different situations as far as dress and weather also I feel the white is more casual and the black is more formal. The true benefit is that you can enjoy them in you own way. Enjoy, good luck with them.
Great comparison video here Bear 🐻. The white dialed Daytona has to be my favourite. It looks so much better since they introduced the Cerachrome bezel to it as well. Such great contrasts between black and white on the whole head of the watch. It does look slightly smaller than the all black version but, I quite like that characteristic. You are such a lucky man being able to enjoy the collection you have. Some great timepieces in there. Keep up the great work my friend. ✊
I love these kind of videos, I could watch them all day 😊 I am more drawn to the aesthetics and purity of the black Daytona and have that one, but I think in a comparison video, you need to look at legibility, which I give to the white dial. Lastly, because the watch doesn’t have a date, I see it as more of a special occasion watch, which I think the black enhances. You can’t go wrong, but love hearing all the different opinions, which are all very subjective.
Spoke to my AD this past Saturday and asked for a Daytona Panda and he told me the Panda would be very difficult to get, but he said he could get me a black dial steel Daytona by end of the year or sooner which I replied YES PLEASE! Fingers Crossed! Thank You Bear for another great video!
@@Kiba_Fox Spending history is important with this particular AD but I've heard other AD's are different. I only purchased what I like though. They did not force me to buy stuff that I wasn't interested in buying.
I agree that the black dial flows better and looks larger. That being said, I prefer the white dial. It just POPS more! Including the red DAYTONA at 6 o’clock. The black sub-dials compliment the ceramic bezel perfectly! Not to mention, the hour markers are white and blend much better with the white dial.
I had a choice of black or white (unfortunately not both) and chose the white dial because I already own black dial version of the 116520. However, I like both versions and agree with your assessment. The black dial has a sleek uniform look and seems to wear a little larger whereas the white dial has a sharper, crisper look while being significantly more legible. The black dial is more subtle whilst the white version can be spotted a mile away and has attracted some unwanted attention from random strangers (in watch boutiques) asking me where I purchased my Rolex. You can’t go wrong with either version of the SS Daytona and I want to eventually get the black dial also. Thanks for the great comparison!
Hi Mike. Great comparison and wonderful to see them side by side. I have watched this a couple of times and appreciate your thoughts on them both. This is one of my grail watches, so if I am lucky enough to ever be offered either one (he says laughing maniacally knowing it probably won’t happen), I will just simply enjoy it for the gorgeous timepiece that it is 😁
Great video sir. Wonderful that you have black dial and white dial. One for day wear and one for evening wear. Black dial to me seems better to read. All the best to you an family keep great videos coming sir.
Great video Bear! I have to say I love the contrast of the white dial! Plus so many Rolex have black dials so it’s nice to have such a great one with a white dial.
Great watches bear , but I still think the previous steel bezel model is a much more flowing piece . The steel bezel compliments the bracelet, as the ceramic bezel on the new model seem to stop the flow of the watch . The steel bezel seems to tie everything in , Just a personal opinion.
Nice collection there Bear! They are both beautiful, and I’d be glad to own either one. That being said, since I have a black dial 116520, if given the choice I’d have to go with the white one. Wear them in good health.
Both are beautiful. On steel bracelets, both are great steel sports watch but the black can easily switch from casual to tux. But no matter what one chooses, Same as the Submariner, the fact that the Daytona is still sought after and has the least changes thru the years means that Rolex made the perfect chronograph. Having both, 💕Papa Bear💕 can always wear any model anytime anywhere.
Morning Bear. Difficult choice between the two. On balance, I prefer the white dial. BUT the daddy for me is the Platinum Anniversary model. Have looked at it a few times (my AD has had one for a while) but just can't bring myself to spend that kind of money on it.
BobGolob like your logo! Not to my taste. I am not sold on brown bezel. My favourite version is white gold with blue dial. When I get that one I will make video over 30 minutes. 😂
@@bearclooneywatches4186 Better idea: next video, you compare the 2 new daytona you just bought: the white gold blue dial and the yellow gold green dial. Which one looks the best? (then I promise, I will listen more than 5min)
I lean toward the white for 2 reasons. From 20 feet away, the white is easily recognizable as a Daytona. Second, the red “Daytona” lettering is more visible on the white dial.
White dial is more legible and the black dial seems more fancier. Both are beautiful time pieces and classics and I would be happy to own either one. I do not prefer the polished Centre links oyster bracelet. I would rather have a brushed steel bracelet. Shows less scratches.
Clyve Wrangler would say, "if you cannot say it in 5min, then you have nothing to say"... anyway, there is an answer after 13min, not the usual "both are good, no bad choice, buy both". Well, in fact, it is a bit like that too...
Love the video! Congratulations on both of theses two beautifully amazing pieces. I am hoping my A.D comes through so I am able to buy one next year(fingers crossed)
The yin and the yang. Both are stunning! I'm thinking of putting my Daytona on a RubberB, any suggestions from the crowd or you is appreciated. Thanks Bear!
Black 116520 and White 116500 for me. I like stronger contrast with the black bezel of the white 500 and the stainless steel contrast of the black 520.
I prefer the black ... it's sexier, more masculine, and I just like black dialed watches more than white dialed watches. I was offered (and purchased) the black dial and absolutely love it. However, I would never turn down a white dial. Nice video Bear! I very much enjoy your channel.
Great vid!!! My opinion... both sport Rolex, but the white dial is more sporty the black is more dressy. I hope Rolex doesn’t change the Daytona to a Super Oyster case. My prediction for the future... Rolex might make a true panda dial. Solid color sub dials. Unfortunately they are very difficult to find at retail (which is the most affordable price). If you are friends with your local AD, next on the “list”, or a high dollar VIP customer. Go for it. I think the days of wear n tear patina are gone. These modern Rolex watches are designed to withstand aging. Which makes sense for the price Rolex asks for. If I’m going to pay $12k - $20k I want my watch to look new in 20-30 years from now. That will be money well spent (aside of the collector value). At first I didn’t like the Daytona but after trying one on, it grew on me and I kinda get it (design fit function). If I were to get one. This is the only Rolex I would keep.
Thank you for sharing, Bear. I have the privilege to wear both. Sometimes I like the white and some other the black. If I had to choose only one I would prefer the white dial because it wears smaller and is more legible. But the differences are very minute and wearing either of them brings me joy.
What do i do? It’s an impossible choice if I have to choose either one. Rewarding myself for my 40th Birthday thats coming up, I feel it’s now or never! Haha I wouldn’t be wearing either of the Daytona Everyday thou but rather for weekends and dinners. What’s a better choice then?
Great content as always Bear! As you know my heart is with the 🐼 Dial, (hence I had to acquire one) However, after watching this vid, and seeing them side/side... I have to say there is something perfect about the proportions of the Blk Dial... Maybe it’s time for my collection to make room for the Blk Dial variant???? Also, you’re absolutely right about being blessed that you’re able to own both! Keep Up the great work my friend!
I’d be honoured to own either. But, if I had to choose between the two I think I’d have to go with the black. No, wait. The white. Then again, on second thoughts, The black. Just a second. The white. Umm, the black Actually,The white. Uuuugh. The black. No wait. The white!! Oh crap. I’ve reconsidered. The black. No. The white. The white. Yep. The white.
In my humble opinion, the white dial is best in stainless, while the black dial is best in gold. Now, there’s no way around this, the full gold black dial Daytona is most suiting men with dark or tanned skin color. So platinum is grail ))
Mark Reynolds LoL But you can “pull off” a full gold watch even today. Even without a crusty tan. Just not a huge sports Rolex. But a dress watch with elegant suit...just maybe. I’m very pro white gold for white guys though
@@bearclooneywatches4186 I own the white ceramic and a black pre ceramic. They are both awesome and i don't take sides because they both can serve a purpose for a particular occasion.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 By the way, I definitely agree with you that the white looks smaller. Never noticed that until you mentioned it. Thanks for an excellent review. Subscribed.
Cleaner more legible dial on the white one, and the red Daytona lettering pops nicely on the white dial too , no question the white is better , put the black one in the bin lol 😂 thanks for the review Bear , nice to see them next to each other 👍👍
Bear Clooney Watches I would like to add a white dial watch with black bezel to my collection, I love the contrast(so complimentary black&white) so for my budget it’s between the Grand Seiko SBG115 “9F quartz” or the New Omega Seamaster 300M 42mm white dial ,coming out in November - what one do you like Bear??
Bear Clooney Watches thank you for replying, I’m really enjoying ur utube channel & your beautiful watch collection , there all stunning watches & not easy to get too.
I wouldn't throw either of these pieces out of bed, so to speak, I think though I'd take the black one, but having both solves all manner of problems I bet.
Owning two Datonas is like dating two super models. To date one super model means you are a lucky man. Dating two super models means you are blessed by the gods. Stay blessed.
Any chance you will explain us how to get "by chance" a Rolex Hulk, a pepsi, a Batman, a Daytona Black, a Daytona White? It is a lot of luck for a single man... We are all curious. Even the Pontif, the guru's guru Archie Luxury cannot achieve that.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 7:10 - Thanks for going over this point. It gives me shiver when people call the white dial on 116500 a "Panda" dial when it isn't, strictly speaking.
I do not like the modern Daytona. Aesthetically, the best Daytona, IMHO, is the Ref. 6265. I would really like this Ref. reissued in 40mm, because everything is so well thought on that model: The bezel is not too narrow, not to wide (the ceramic bezel is disproportionate, and did not need to be so), the dial was uncluttered in the 6265, with a good separation between the sub-dials that improve legibility and, by the way, they were perfectly position related to the center of the dial, also helping to the symmetry and general harmony of the design. Also, it had just the right amount of text. Of course, since now it is an automatic movement and Rolex likes to add it "Oyster perpetual" feature text, the change from 37 to 40mm would help make the dial less busy even with this text added and as in Ref. 6265, they could get rid of the three, six and nine indices to separate more the sub-dials and center them, improving legibility symmetry as mentioned before and give space for the additional text. Great video as always. I always enjoy your no-nonsense and humble approach to watch reviews.
I ordered white.. 2.5 years time... I hope... I like white as Rolex make less white pro watches and it compliments my polar. I have black dials on GMTs
Always bringing us the quality content, Bear. They are a pair of duelling pistols and deserve to be together. Thank you, sir!
IDGuy thank you very much my friend. I always appreciate your feedback.
I used to have the black one a year ago and I sold it later. Now I have the white one.
You know what I am still missing the black one and the key mission I have in this year is to get the black one again.
I love the contrast of the gloss black dial and brush stainless steel of the sub dials.
Good video and keep doing it 😊
Jakkrapong Santirat I think your experience speaks volumes. Thank you and welcome to my channel
Both are great but I slightly prefer the black dial. I've seen both in-person and the black is extremely versatile, while the white appears more sporty. Both can be worn with anything and you'd be lucky to own either, let alone both.
TriforceRich thank you for watching and feedback
My thoughts exactly, but for the same reason, I prefer the white dial. lol. There are sooooo many black bezel/black dial options out there. The white dial daytona, to me, is the ultimate watch to wear casually during the warmer months.
Sheldon totally agree that the white dial Daytona is a fantastic summer option and definitely better than the black option. Throw it on a rubber strap and it will pop even more.
I personally have the white dial and I would say this dial exhibits its self over the black dial but I would not one making a matching set , great stuff
The black dial is just so classy.
986C agreed
Bear Clooney Watches - Subscribed. I have the black dial and it’s just perfect to my eyes. Tremendous respect for acquiring both. Lots of hard work in your life to be in a position to do that.
986C thank you for subscribing. And you are so right about hard work.
I’ve always preferred the black dial without knowing precisely why, and your explanation of their differences helped me put words to my gut instinct. But I would also add that the black dial is more understated and nuanced. People don’t know it’s a Daytona at first, whereas the white dial is unmistakable. I actually prefer the under-the-radar mystique of the black dial version. It’s very sexy and quite exotic.
Scott Rodgers excellent points
I have the black, it is an all round more classy piece, had it for a year now and not got tired of it for a single second.
How can you be tired from such a remarkable timepiece.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 that’s my point, I haven’t got tired of it. And in any case I have become tired of certain remarkable timepieces before. My rhodesium Yachtmaster for example. Just because a timepiece is remarkable does not guarantee the wearer will never tire of it. More understated watches tend to have less wow factor when you begin wearing them again after a substantial amount of time off the wrist, yet the wearer does not tire of wearing it, whereas flashier timepieces are more instantly appealing but that appeal is more likely to wear off faster. That is in my experience.
Interesting you prefer one over the other, I think they both look great. Both of them look impressive in their own different ways I have no preference they are both stunning chronograph watches. I love them both. Great video, keep up the good work 👍
Ian Jones thank you my friend. I appreciate your feedback always
Great video, Bear! Enjoy having you on panel for Tim & AC3 shows as you frequently have insight / an interesting perspective. Be well!
Great video Bear! My choice would have to be the white dial, but the black dial is nice as well. That white dial just pops. It makes it easier for my tired older eyes to read the dial. Regardless, those are two amazing watches in you amazing collection. Thanks as always for sharing it with us.
Blueshirt Buddah thank you
Bear they both look great variety is the spice of life. I feel they can fit into different situations as far as dress and weather also I feel the white is more casual and the black is more formal.
The true benefit is that you can enjoy them in you own way.
Enjoy, good luck with them.
Thank you Dominick!
I had the white as the winner but after watching this I am undecided :) thanks a lot 😀😀
EDC Gunner I am glad that I managed to present them well to make you reconsider. Good to see you here my dear friend
Great comparison video here Bear 🐻. The white dialed Daytona has to be my favourite. It looks so much better since they introduced the Cerachrome bezel to it as well. Such great contrasts between black and white on the whole head of the watch. It does look slightly smaller than the all black version but, I quite like that characteristic.
You are such a lucky man being able to enjoy the collection you have. Some great timepieces in there. Keep up the great work my friend. ✊
Thomas Burnett thanks a lot my friend. I really appreciate your presence on my channel always and your feedback
The White Dial is really sharp. Especially compared to the previous 116520, where the sub dial was difficult to read.
I love these kind of videos, I could watch them all day 😊
I am more drawn to the aesthetics and purity of the black Daytona and have that one, but I think in a comparison video, you need to look at legibility, which I give to the white dial.
Lastly, because the watch doesn’t have a date, I see it as more of a special occasion watch, which I think the black enhances.
You can’t go wrong, but love hearing all the different opinions, which are all very subjective.
Ross Levin I am just like you. That is exactly how I think about these things. Thank you kindly.
Spoke to my AD this past Saturday and asked for a Daytona Panda and he told me the Panda would be very difficult to get, but he said he could get me a black dial steel Daytona by end of the year or sooner which I replied YES PLEASE! Fingers Crossed!
Thank You Bear for another great video!
S Such wonderful. I am happy for you.
Did you get it?
@@Kiba_Fox I received the white dial this past January 👍🍻🖤🐼
@@SS-bp8yq Nice congratz!!!!!! Just curious how many watches you've bought from that AD before?
@@Kiba_Fox Spending history is important with this particular AD but I've heard other AD's are different. I only purchased what I like though. They did not force me to buy stuff that I wasn't interested in buying.
great review and completely agree. Black. No question.
Thank you M G
I agree that the black dial flows better and looks larger. That being said, I prefer the white dial. It just POPS more! Including the red DAYTONA at 6 o’clock. The black sub-dials compliment the ceramic bezel perfectly! Not to mention, the hour markers are white and blend much better with the white dial.
JK 911 thank you
I used to think the white dial was something I really wanted but after seeing the black dial being worn the black is for me
I am with you
I really appreciate your keen perception. Black dial version is more fluid and balanced, whereas white dial has more sporting heritage.
Thanks Handrey!
I had a choice of black or white (unfortunately not both) and chose the white dial because I already own black dial version of the 116520. However, I like both versions and agree with your assessment. The black dial has a sleek uniform look and seems to wear a little larger whereas the white dial has a sharper, crisper look while being significantly more legible. The black dial is more subtle whilst the white version can be spotted a mile away and has attracted some unwanted attention from random strangers (in watch boutiques) asking me where I purchased my Rolex. You can’t go wrong with either version of the SS Daytona and I want to eventually get the black dial also. Thanks for the great comparison!
Evan San thanks a lot for sharing your personal experience and observations.
Hi Mike. Great comparison and wonderful to see them side by side. I have watched this a couple of times and appreciate your thoughts on them both. This is one of my grail watches, so if I am lucky enough to ever be offered either one (he says laughing maniacally knowing it probably won’t happen), I will just simply enjoy it for the gorgeous timepiece that it is 😁
Mark P thank you kindly my friend. I appreciate you very much.
I would really like to see the black dial with a white bezel. Would be a nice contrast.
Thx for another video Bear!! Enjoy both, truly a privilege
ED Justice thank you so much. I genuinely appreciate it.
For me is definitely the black dial. I'm in a wait list, so soon i should have it
Wonderful
maybe in 100 years
Great video sir. Wonderful that you have black dial and white dial. One for day wear and one for evening wear. Black dial to me seems better to read. All the best to you an family keep great videos coming sir.
Dave Opincar thanks my friend. Much appreciated
Obviously you bought the White one first meaning that was your favorite at the time. Excellent channel. Auguri.
Douglas Velazco good point. Grazie
Congratulations on owning such beautiful pieces pal.
Thank you
Great video Bear! I have to say I love the contrast of the white dial! Plus so many Rolex have black dials so it’s nice to have such a great one with a white dial.
Victor thank you my dear friend. I fully understand your point in relation to white dial.
Incredible video as always bear 🐻 it’s a tough call between these two models and I can’t even say which one I like better honestly
Bryan M thank for watching brother. ❤️
Excellent review it must be fantastic having the choice of white or black, I’m with you black would be me choice.
Thank you very much
Great watches bear , but I still think the previous steel bezel model is a much more flowing piece . The steel bezel compliments the bracelet, as the ceramic bezel on the new model seem to stop the flow of the watch . The steel bezel seems to tie everything in ,
Just a personal opinion.
BB Tomic I would not argue against that opinion. Thank you for watching and sharing your opinion
I agree. The 16520 white dial is extremely impossible to read the sub-dials.
In your hand I can see the black bezel etchings do stand out more. On table the white dial stood out more
Yes
Thanks Bear! I ended up picking white. I love how the black ceramic contains the dial, and unlike the black, I can read it. 😆
American Jedi congratulations on picking up white. And I get your point on legibility. Thanks
Nice collection there Bear! They are both beautiful, and I’d be glad to own either one. That being said, since I have a black dial 116520, if given the choice I’d have to go with the white one. Wear them in good health.
brand700 thank you very much. 🙏
Both are beautiful. On steel bracelets, both are great steel sports watch but the black can easily switch from casual to tux. But no matter what one chooses, Same as the Submariner, the fact that the Daytona is still sought after and has the least changes thru the years means that Rolex made the perfect chronograph. Having both, 💕Papa Bear💕 can always wear any model anytime anywhere.
parker fly thank you my young friend. 🐻❤️
I completlely agree. The Dark Lord is easily more wearable. But I love both.
tigerbyte0 come to the dark side! 😆. Thank you 🙏
Morning Bear. Difficult choice between the two. On balance, I prefer the white dial. BUT the daddy for me is the Platinum Anniversary model. Have looked at it a few times (my AD has had one for a while) but just can't bring myself to spend that kind of money on it.
Ian Gault hello my friend. Thank you for watching and sharing your opinion. I always look forward to it.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 always a pleasure to see a new video and a privilege to be able to express an opinion and share our passion across the globe.
May i ask, if the distance between the subdials are closer on the black dial? It seems so from the video
by the way, the best daytona color scheme is the brown-bezel and sunburst blue dial to my opinion. Only available in platinum case unfortunately.
BobGolob like your logo! Not to my taste. I am not sold on brown bezel. My favourite version is white gold with blue dial. When I get that one I will make video over 30 minutes. 😂
@@bearclooneywatches4186 Better idea: next video, you compare the 2 new daytona you just bought: the white gold blue dial and the yellow gold green dial. Which one looks the best? (then I promise, I will listen more than 5min)
I prefer the white dial. I love the Black dial on the Omega Moon watch
Thanks
Great reviews & I only noticed the white wear smaller after you mentioned it
Mr ybajaber thank you. That means a lot.
I own both too.... I prefer white because of the contrast of white dial and black sub dials
Thanks
I lean toward the white for 2 reasons. From 20 feet away, the white is easily recognizable as a Daytona. Second, the red “Daytona” lettering is more visible on the white dial.
Good observation
White dial is more legible and the black dial seems more fancier. Both are beautiful time pieces and classics and I would be happy to own either one. I do not prefer the polished Centre links oyster bracelet. I would rather have a brushed steel bracelet. Shows less scratches.
Stephen Rudberg thank you for watching and feedback. Much appreciated
Clyve Wrangler would say, "if you cannot say it in 5min, then you have nothing to say"... anyway, there is an answer after 13min, not the usual "both are good, no bad choice, buy both". Well, in fact, it is a bit like that too...
BobGolob well I disagree. Thank you for watching.
Both fantastic. The Daytona is such an icon. I prefer the white, but its such a close call.
Bill Clifton thank you so much. I agree on close call.
Love the video! Congratulations on both of theses two beautifully amazing pieces.
I am hoping my A.D comes through so I am able to buy one next year(fingers crossed)
S Such thank you 🙏 kindly. I hope you get one soon and enjoy it in good health.
next year...? wow, you been waiting 9 years already...?
@@TenTen32 No I was put on the list May of 2019
S Such it was a joke! The standard answer from AD’s when you enquire about a Daytona is around 10 years wait time.
Where are you Bear? Please make more videos
I own neither, I prefer the black! White one reminds me of tag
DLH thank you.
Only problem is it’s 38.5mm real size. It wears very small
The yin and the yang. Both are stunning! I'm thinking of putting my Daytona on a RubberB, any suggestions from the crowd or you is appreciated. Thanks Bear!
Derek Holyfield rubber be with little red line would look kind a cool
Love the retro intro Bear. You forgot the wrist shots lol
M Tbone 😊 thank you my man. I appreciate that
M Tbone yes I did. I am so sorry man
Those lugs look better that the supercase on the Sub and GMT.
TwentyOne Five many people feel like you.
Black 116520 and White 116500 for me. I like stronger contrast with the black bezel of the white 500 and the stainless steel contrast of the black 520.
Thank you
I prefer the black ... it's sexier, more masculine, and I just like black dialed watches more than white dialed watches. I was offered (and purchased) the black dial and absolutely love it. However, I would never turn down a white dial. Nice video Bear! I very much enjoy your channel.
Thanks Doug! You are obviously man of good taste and true gentleman
Both are sexy watches. Can’t go wrong with either but if I had to pick I’ll go black.
Ed K thank you for watching and feedback
Great vid!!! My opinion... both sport Rolex, but the white dial is more sporty the black is more dressy. I hope Rolex doesn’t change the Daytona to a Super Oyster case. My prediction for the future... Rolex might make a true panda dial. Solid color sub dials. Unfortunately they are very difficult to find at retail (which is the most affordable price). If you are friends with your local AD, next on the “list”, or a high dollar VIP customer. Go for it. I think the days of wear n tear patina are gone. These modern Rolex watches are designed to withstand aging. Which makes sense for the price Rolex asks for. If I’m going to pay $12k - $20k I want my watch to look new in 20-30 years from now. That will be money well spent (aside of the collector value). At first I didn’t like the Daytona but after trying one on, it grew on me and I kinda get it (design fit function). If I were to get one. This is the only Rolex I would keep.
No Rubbers thank you. Your name and avatar!!! 😂😂😂. If Rolex really comes with real panda 🐼, there will be blood bath. I appreciate your feedback.
Both are perfect to me but if I had to choose and since I don’t have a white dial I’ll go with the white Daytona
Thank you for sharing, Bear.
I have the privilege to wear both. Sometimes I like the white and some other the black. If I had to choose only one I would prefer the white dial because it wears smaller and is more legible. But the differences are very minute and wearing either of them brings me joy.
Rob S. I completely understand and agree. They truly bring lots of joy. Thank you
That white dial is stunning.
Brummie Doug it sure is. Thank you
Black, obviously.
Woody Clark thank you 🙏
I find the same thing. My white Daytona wears smaller than the black.
wincrasher2007 thank you for watching and feedback
Nice one Bear Clooney!!
Anastase Papoortzis thanks my friend
What do i do? It’s an impossible choice if I have to choose either one. Rewarding myself for my 40th Birthday thats coming up, I feel it’s now or never! Haha
I wouldn’t be wearing either of the Daytona Everyday thou but rather for weekends and dinners. What’s a better choice then?
I prefer black
waiting for the black dial for over a year now :(
essam909 sorry to hear that.
Great video! Impossible to choose as they are both stunning.
How about OP39 white vs black?
Tak & Söhne you are probably right! When it comes to OP39 mm I made my choice and went with white. Thank you for watching and providing feedback.
I’m glad other people like the Daytonas as I prefer the Submariner, Datejust 41 and Explorer II.
Reviews4Fun those are great choices in my opinion
Yup great watches
Love both so got both
Hi bear
Please do comparisons of your steel Daytona White dial vs oysterflex white gold
I will look into it
got the Daytona black dial a few years back when you just walked in the AD and where able to pick the one you wanted.
peter nick cool man! Good for you
excellent informative review
OS993 thanks
Great content as always Bear!
As you know my heart is with the 🐼 Dial, (hence I had to acquire one)
However, after watching this vid, and seeing them side/side...
I have to say there is something perfect about the proportions of the Blk Dial...
Maybe it’s time for my collection to make room for the Blk Dial variant????
Also, you’re absolutely right about being blessed that you’re able to own both! Keep Up the great work my friend!
blazinmark1 thank you my dear friend. So good to see you again on my channel. I appreciate your presence and comments, but above all your friendship.
I’d be honoured to own either.
But, if I had to choose between the two I think I’d have to go with the black.
No, wait.
The white.
Then again, on second thoughts,
The black.
Just a second.
The white.
Umm, the black
Actually,The white.
Uuuugh.
The black.
No wait.
The white!!
Oh crap. I’ve reconsidered.
The black.
No. The white.
The white.
Yep. The white.
Greg Sheppo 😂 😂 Exactly
Brilliant! 😁
Hilarious. Spot on. Get out of my head! I'm leaning black dial for the next 10 minutes.
In videos / pictures the panda looks best - in person it’s the black dial
Thank you
Yep I just compared them at a local grey dealer and have bought the black. I already have a polar explorer ii and white gets bit boring with time.
In my humble opinion, the white dial is best in stainless, while the black dial is best in gold. Now, there’s no way around this, the full gold black dial Daytona is most suiting men with dark or tanned skin color.
So platinum is grail ))
Yasha V thank you for watching and sharing your opinion
Mark Reynolds
LoL
But you can “pull off” a full gold watch even today. Even without a crusty tan. Just not a huge sports Rolex. But a dress watch with elegant suit...just maybe.
I’m very pro white gold for white guys though
black Daytona
Looks better than white
Would be nice to have both
HASSANAMIN thank you. Welcome to my channel
Does it?
Derek Holyfield what do you think?
@@bearclooneywatches4186 I own the white ceramic and a black pre ceramic. They are both awesome and i don't take sides because they both can serve a purpose for a particular occasion.
Derek Holyfield we are both very lucky and blessed
Panda all day my friend! Keep up the great work !!
SoCal Watch Reviews thank you my friend
I prefer the white dial. Find it more legible. Also looks more prestigious from where I'm sitting.
Galaga thanks buddy. Always good to see you.
I prefer the white Panda Dial its Makes the best combo for me 👍
white for sure
Thank you
@@bearclooneywatches4186 By the way, I definitely agree with you that the white looks smaller. Never noticed that until you mentioned it. Thanks for an excellent review. Subscribed.
@@thirtysixzed thank you very much for subscribing
Cleaner more legible dial on the white one, and the red Daytona lettering pops nicely on the white dial too , no question the white is better , put the black one in the bin lol 😂 thanks for the review Bear , nice to see them next to each other 👍👍
SG M 😊 black one is on the wrist right now. 😉. Thank you so much for watching and feedback 🙏
Bear Clooney Watches I would like to add a white dial watch with black bezel to my collection, I love the contrast(so complimentary black&white) so for my budget it’s between the Grand Seiko SBG115 “9F quartz” or the New Omega Seamaster 300M 42mm white dial ,coming out in November - what one do you like Bear??
SG M between those two Omega by far
Bear Clooney Watches thank you for replying, I’m really enjoying ur utube channel & your beautiful watch collection , there all stunning watches & not easy to get too.
SG M thank you. I really appreciate that. I love that white dial Omega that’s coming out in November
I’m also blessed enough to own both watches, and personally I prefer the white face.
Both are a joy to behold though 👌
Bulldog Badger for sure.
I wouldn't throw either of these pieces out of bed, so to speak, I think though I'd take the black one, but having both solves all manner of problems I bet.
ihopetowin I clearly get your point. Thank you for watching and feedback.
Owning two Datonas is like dating two super models.
To date one super model means you are a lucky man.
Dating two super models means you are blessed by the gods.
Stay blessed.
Maynard Joseph 😂. Thanks a lot Joseph.
Black
khalid0 thank you for watching and feedback
No wrist shots??
Sorry
Loved the video although I found the white dial version to be larger wearing than the black as well as more legible to read than the black..
Nicholas Alonso thank you so much for watching and sharing your observations
You are so welcome... you are the only one to have a real watch enthusiast channel.
Nicholas Alonso thank you. I appreciate that.
I would get the two tone ceramic daytona for half the price..
Half price? Really?
Any chance you will explain us how to get "by chance" a Rolex Hulk, a pepsi, a Batman, a Daytona Black, a Daytona White? It is a lot of luck for a single man... We are all curious. Even the Pontif, the guru's guru Archie Luxury cannot achieve that.
BobGolob in 13 or 5 minutes? 😂
@@bearclooneywatches4186 ah ah, if you answer that, I m ready to listen for 6min :-D
@@BobGolob lol
Geez Bear your bank account must be a bottomless pit! The white dial is so amazing 😍
tusmaniandevil not really, but thank you so much for watching and commenting.
Bear Clooney Watches just kidding bear. And you’re welcome! Thank you for taking the time to react to so many comments.
tusmaniandevil people like you who support my channel and my work are very important and dear to me!
Bear Clooney Watches ❤️
white is nice to me
Hvala Mladjane
black all day long. much more classy and slick.
A Darth Vader and a Storm Trooper..nice.
i hear and seen the new daytona green ceramic . will they discontinue the black daytona ??.
RR RR no a chance!
@@bearclooneywatches4186 who knows . no one saw the Batman gone .
White for women, black for men
Interesting point of view
I, too have got them both & I prefer the white.
Jonathan Spencer cool. Thank you
White is definitely more photogenic... but black is more versatile and wears better imo.
Geezer yup, I see your point. Thank you
@@bearclooneywatches4186 7:10 - Thanks for going over this point. It gives me shiver when people call the white dial on 116500 a "Panda" dial when it isn't, strictly speaking.
Geezer I hear you man. I feel same about it. Thank you again
I do not like the modern Daytona. Aesthetically, the best Daytona, IMHO, is the Ref. 6265. I would really like this Ref. reissued in 40mm, because everything is so well thought on that model: The bezel is not too narrow, not to wide (the ceramic bezel is disproportionate, and did not need to be so), the dial was uncluttered in the 6265, with a good separation between the sub-dials that improve legibility and, by the way, they were perfectly position related to the center of the dial, also helping to the symmetry and general harmony of the design. Also, it had just the right amount of text. Of course, since now it is an automatic movement and Rolex likes to add it "Oyster perpetual" feature text, the change from 37 to 40mm would help make the dial less busy even with this text added and as in Ref. 6265, they could get rid of the three, six and nine indices to separate more the sub-dials and center them, improving legibility symmetry as mentioned before and give space for the additional text. Great video as always. I always enjoy your no-nonsense and humble approach to watch reviews.
Thanks Miguel! Very interesting analysis
White dial all the way 👍🏼
Mr Perpetual 🙏 thank you
I ordered white.. 2.5 years time... I hope... I like white as Rolex make less white pro watches and it compliments my polar. I have black dials on GMTs
Tony Hobbs you are right. Not many options in white dials one pro line.
@@bearclooneywatches4186 even sky Dweller isn't white its cream so I'm looking to get blue sky to compliment blue yacht master
Tony Hobbs cool!
Wow