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15 April 2017, 01:55 AM | #1 |
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Need some sensible Input
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For the past couple of months I have been contemplating selling some of my watches and getting one nice watch. Some might say its a sensible thing to do given you cant wear all of them at once, others might say one rather have a bigger collection than one nice watch. Hence you see my quandary. So given you guys are passionate about Rollies, what would you recommend? I am considering selling the following watches - Rolex GMT BLNR - Omega Grey Side of the Moon - Breitling Navitimer 01 46mm (Aurora Blue Dial) to fund - Rolex Rose Gold Sky-Dweller (Chocolate Arabic Dial) I wont be using the SD as a daily beater, as I still have some other watches left over but if you were in my situation, what would you do? I guess the thing I like about the SD is the size, I got a 7 inch wrist, and the complications. I do travel for work so like the GMT function. I think date is very important in a watch. The monthly calendar, I mean its great to have but if you dont know what month it is, then we have a bigger issue So gentlemen and ladies, what would you recommend? I wish I could keep all and buy a SD but I think my marital status would change afterwards. |
15 April 2017, 01:56 AM | #2 |
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...in consideration of what you're selling...I would get the skydweller! good luck with your decision...
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15 April 2017, 01:57 AM | #3 |
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It's all about what makes you happy in the end. That said I've had as many as 8 in the collection and currently have one. Differences between collecting and just wearing as well. Follow your gut and do what makes you smile. I've always said I can't own them all at once...but I can own them all once. :-)
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Go for it. I consolidated my collection from 6 Rolex down to 4 and bought my BLRO. This was over a year ago and I couldn't be happier.
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I've sold and p/x watches to get something better so it's not a bad thing to do, for you to achieve another goal. All the best! |
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15 April 2017, 02:07 AM | #6 |
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The other option I am considering is selling -
Omega GSOT Breitling Navitimer Daytona 116520 and getting a Rose Gold Daytona 116505. I really want a precious metal in my collection and think I rather go with Rolex than any other brand. |
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I'd dump those is a heartbeat to get the SD. The Breitling and Omega would go for sure, I am also thinking of selling my BLNR as well so I get where you are coming from.
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15 April 2017, 02:12 AM | #8 |
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sell nothing get stainless steel skydweller.
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15 April 2017, 02:15 AM | #10 |
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I say go for it. I consolidated myself a while back. Is the SD on bracelet or strap? I'm sure the SD will get a lot more wristime than the others you're selling/trading.
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15 April 2017, 02:20 AM | #11 |
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I would agree with that plan for sure!
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15 April 2017, 02:25 AM | #12 |
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Yeah I am leaning more towards selling the Omega GSOT/Breitling Navi and just buying the SD.
I feel like the BLNR is just too beautiful to sell. |
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Personally, I'd stay where you are. But if the SkyD is a dream of yours....
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15 April 2017, 03:18 AM | #14 |
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Do it!!!!!
<----------------------- Now you know why I said it!
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15 April 2017, 03:22 AM | #15 |
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Sell the Breitling and Omega, keep the BLNR, and get the SS Skydweller with blue or black dial.
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15 April 2017, 03:34 AM | #17 |
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Go for the SkyD, SD is a sea Dweller. Or SS SkyD and keep BLNR.
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15 April 2017, 03:55 AM | #18 |
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Thats what I am leaning towards. Maybe sell my Omega/Breitling and keep the BLNR.
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15 April 2017, 03:57 AM | #19 |
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Less is more, so long as you're certain on the SkyDweller. You'd take a hit if you decide it's not for you ...
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I don't see anything wrong with this plan....and I am a big fan of the Speedy and BLNR as well so the bias is there. It just seems like you thoughts this out and figured out a watch that makes sense for your bigger wrist and a complication that fits your lifestyle. I say sell them and buy and be happy. Enjoy that new watch when it comes, share shots please.
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If the Sky D sings to you, you should follow your plan. I would struggle a little with everyday wear, so might sell the three you have, grab the Sky D in PM or SS and a 114060 for a daily--or something similar to that approach.
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Rolexforum always a good place to come for sensible input = sell all except the Rolex of the 3
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Btw, the month indication is there so that you can set the date correctly -- not because people forget the month. It is absolutely essential on an AC watch. |
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I was so excited to find out that Rolex decided to come out with a SS SkyD but then over the next few days the watch started looking more and more like a 41mm Datejust.
The SS SkyD markers look very similar to a datejust. Also the GMT inner ring almost matches the color of the dial - giving it less of a two tone contrast. |
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Great video. Interesting....
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15 April 2017, 05:32 AM | #29 |
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Besides selling the 3, you'd also have to add serious cash on top, right?
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