Watch friends who like Rolex may not necessarily buy the Green Submariner, but they will fall in love with the Daytona. The design of the three-eye chronograph panda dial is deeply rooted in people’s hearts. It is high-end and precious when worn on the hand, and the degree of scarcity and premium is not comparable to that of the Submariner.
In the secondary market, the exponentially increasing price of Daytona has dissuaded many watch friends with insufficient budgets. Don’t dream of bargaining with watch dealers. As a hard currency for home travel and running away, watch dealers don’t worry about selling Rolex. Watch replica.
But after all, the panda dial is not Rolex’s exclusive patent. Some brands’ panda dial watches are also as good-looking as Rolex’s. For watch friends with insufficient budgets who love the panda dial design, the key is to find a versatile and durable substitute.
Maybe some watch friends will feel embarrassed to find a substitute. Either don’t buy it or buy it in place. This idea certainly makes sense, but the real boss is the one who buys the watch according to the budget, has vision, can afford what he likes, and can keep a low profile.
Today, I recommend five domineering panda dial watches. The lowest price is just over RMB 10,000, and the most expensive is the price of a green ghost. You can choose the watch you like and suitable for your budget. Fake watches.
Hamilton
American Classic Series H38416711 Mechanical Men’s Watch
Hamilton first became famous in the American railways, and the American Classic Series, with its rough style, has become one of the representative works of American culture.
This American Classic Series combines retro and modern fashion styles. The double small second dial is more youthful, and the overall shape is full of vitality and sports. If it is a three-eye clock with a small second dial, it will be more like the Paul Newman, worth 100 million.
Equipped with the brand’s own “H-31” mechanical movement, it has a 60-hour power reserve and a water resistance of 100 meters. It is also more fashionable and energetic. It is also a good sports chronograph within a budget of RMB 10,000.
Omega OMEGA
Speedmaster Series 329.30.44.51.01.001 Mechanical Men’s Watch
The Omega Speedmaster series has always been one of the watches that resembles Daytona. In 2023, Omega also launched the same “Yu Wenba” and “Green Gold Master” as Rolex, as if “if you can’t beat it, join it”. The market response is still to be seen, but it has to be said that the appearance is definitely in place.
If you think that Omega is copying Rolex, you are wrong. The Speedmaster series itself is one of the most prestigious chronograph watches. It is reasonable in production. Almost all the styles you want to buy can be bought. The watch circle widely loves it. Why should it be famous for “copying”?
This Omega Speedmaster series is a racing clock with a large size of 44.25mm. The case and bracelet are made of 18K white gold and stainless steel. The watch is equipped with a black ceramic bezel decorated with a tachymeter scale made of liquid metal technology. The strong racing style is relaxed and stylish.
It is equipped with the Omega “9900” coaxial master chronometer movement, which has passed the leading industry standard certification approved by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS). The performance is unquestionable. It can be versatile and suitable for men around 30 years old, whether worn for business or leisure.
Breitling
Mechanical Chronograph Series AB01343A1L1A1 Mechanical Men’s Watch
Bella was amazed by the appearance of this Breitling. This watch is a Bentley special edition launched by Breitling in 2020 in cooperation with the British luxury car brand Bentley. It is abbreviated as “Bentley Green”. This color scheme is too “toxic”.
This watch is 42mm, also the regular size of Breitling watches. The three black chronograph second dials on the green dial have a sharp visual contrast. The overall design is full of fashion and sports elements, which embellish a handsome man’s handsome and rugged charm.
The green dial is simple and capable. The logo without wings at noon also pleases the eye with the compact and coordinated dial. The tail of the second hand is also decorated with a logo, and the top is a red arrow as if it is easier for people to accept Breitling without soul wings.
It is equipped with Breitling’s self-produced “01” mechanical movement, which has 70 hours of power reserve and 200 meters of water resistance. The roller ball bracelet design is very retro. Why bother sticking to Daytona with such a Breitling that combines sports and fashion styles, has good value, and is cost-effective?
Zenith
Flagship Series 03.3100.3600/69.M3100 Mechanical Men’s Watch
By watch friends, this Zenith watch is called “Zentona.” In addition to the familiar dial design, the watch itself deserves this name.
In the 41mm stainless steel case, the three independently inlaid small seconds dials adopt a color scheme with solid color contrast, which caters to modern aesthetic colors and sets off the black ceramic bezel’s bright color and delicate polishing process.
At the same time, the 1/10 second indicator scale engraved on the bezel is also a bold and innovative attempt. The sharp contrast makes the bezel clearer and easier to read, and the modern and timeless aesthetic design is extraordinary.
It has an upgraded version of the “El Primero 3600” mechanical movement. The five-pointed star hollow rotor can be seen through the back of the watch. In terms of appearance and performance, it is not inferior to Daytona.
Girard-Perregaux
Laureato Series 81020-11-131-11A Mechanical Men’s Watch
As one of the top ten famous watches, the Girard-Perregaux is relatively low-key, making some new watch friends feel unfamiliar. Still, compared with the premium models of Rolex, this Girard-Perregaux is easier to get.
The 42mm case and bracelet are made of 904L stainless steel, which incorporates a higher proportion of chromium components and is more difficult to process than ordinary stainless steel. However, after artisans polish and forge it, it has super corrosion resistance and is more round and shiny.
The white panda plate and Paris stud pattern decoration combine Daytona and Audemars Piguet. Girard-Perregaux’s popular and best-selling watch is equipped with the brand’s self-made “GP03300-013” mechanical movement, which has 46 hours of power reserve and 100 meters of water resistance. It combines the quality of a high-end watch with a young and fashionable design.
If you like the green dial, this one is also good. However, the unique prismatic line design is something that only some can afford, and the secondary market price is enough to buy an old Daytona, so watch friends who like it should be careful.
If we go back to the original Panda Daytona, the new platinum Shawn Yue Panda Daytona 116519LN-0027 is priced at 270,000 yuan, and the global second-hand market is currently around 400,000 yuan. However, in February 2023, due to the large fluctuations in the Rolex second-hand market, this model also soared to 450,000 yuan, and it has only recently stabilized.
This appreciation rate is pronounced compared with last year’s global secondary market, which makes a group of watch friends extremely jealous. Buying a watch is like buying stocks, and watch friends always discuss how to buy a watch with a higher value retention rate.
There is no precise date for the best time. Even the big guys who have been in the second-hand watch circle for many years can only tell you the general direction of the current market.
However, for some watches recognized as value-preserving, the market price usually does not “fall sharply” unless the brand commits suicide, so buying them early is also an option. Who knows which brand will make a comeback tomorrow?
Band Length: 17cm
Gender: Men’s
Series: Daytona
Band Color: Black
Brand: Rolex
Dial Color: Steel Dial
Model: 116519LN
Case Size: 40mm