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zillap · 5 May 2010, 09:01 PM

Hi!

My friend is coming to see me this weekend. I know that he is totally IN LOVE with my 2009 Breitling Navitimer with Black dial and black leather band.
The thing is that i am equally in love with his 2005 Submariner LV, but he doesnt know that..and he never will:)

The Submariner is more or less used every day for 5 years, and i would have to send it to RSC for a polish (it has never been polished) and service emidiatly. Should i do this trade? The MSRP is kind of the same, but mine is like brand new, and his is pretty "old" and very udes. I havent asked my friend yet either, i just told him to bring all his watches.. So he might just say NOO..

If we were talking about putting some money in, who do you think would have to give the other one money? Pres and Cons of both models please:) One really bad thing about my Breitling is that is not waterproof (30m) so i cant even take a shower with it

Thank you!!

Martin

Nicko · 5 May 2010, 09:03 PM

I'd do it! The Sub will appreciate IMO more than the Breitling. Plus I'm partial to Subs.....Go for it!

Pros: It's a Rolex!

Cons: None!

BTW, a Breit-who?

Cru Jones · 5 May 2010, 09:05 PM

Assuming price is roughly equivalent, sure! You've got the Daytona, so the chrono is covered, and I prefer the Superocean Heritage over the Navitimer, anyway.

The LV has so many perks.....Maxi dial, ability to switch bezel inserts for black, special anniversary model.

If it were the inverse, though, I wouldn't be so sure....So, I'd be surprised if your friend says "yes".

zillap · 5 May 2010, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Assuming price is roughly equivalent, sure! You've got the Daytona, so the chrono is covered, and I prefer the Superocean Heritage over the Navitimer, anyway.

The LV has so many perks.....Maxi dial, ability to switch bezel inserts for black, special anniversary model.

If it were the inverse, though, I wouldn't be so sure....So, I'd be surprised if your friend says "yes".

Hi, thank you, nice thoughts about the crono and that part!

YEah, i dont think he will go for it..It was his first watch too.
A couple of months ago he said that he would never sell it. But at the same time. Every time we meet he wants to look at, and try on, and carry around my Navitimer. He is so in love with it haha.

He just bought a Superocean Heritage himself, but what he really wanted was the Navitimer..

I started another thread about putting a pepsi ring onto his LV? Thats impossible right?

Thank you!

Rippin · 5 May 2010, 09:43 PM

I'd keep the Navitimer as I think that it's the quintessential and iconic watch in the entire Breitling line, especially as they are now moving to a more contemporary look. There are very few watches that look like the Navitimer. Plus I've never been a big fan of the current LV.

I don't think any of the two watches will appreciate in value, but the Rolex will depreciate less.

rkot07 · 6 May 2010, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rippin

I'd keep the Navitimer as I think that it's the quintessential and iconic watch in the entire Breitling line, especially as they are now moving to a more contemporary look. There are very few watches that look like the Navitimer. Plus I've never been a big fan of the current LV.

I don't think any of the two watches will appreciate in value, but the Rolex will depreciate less.

X2

To the untrained eye there are alot of rolex's that look very simular
GMT, SUB, SeaDweller (of course we can tell the difference very easily) but the Breitling there are not too many watches that look like it, it is a gorgeous time piece one of a kind! Just my oppinion though.

shandy · 6 May 2010, 01:09 AM

I think the Navi is an iconic watch, to me the LV is not as an iconic a watch as the normal sub.

The normal sub is though and if the trade were for a normal sub then I might go for it but you have a classic Navitimer which I would find hard to part with!

Engi · 5 May 2010, 10:05 PM

No, I would not do it !

Ciao

Engi

truetime · 5 May 2010, 10:16 PM

if you are both HAPPY, just do it :)

bests,
Krit

t e x · 6 May 2010, 01:07 AM

I'd do it in a heart beat... if you decide that is the route you'd like to take... let's hope your friend goes for it.

sea-dweller · 6 May 2010, 01:17 AM

I would do it...

Huskerjss · 6 May 2010, 01:23 AM

I have a 2007 LV. I have worn it everyday for 3 years. Love it and get tons of compliments. Send it to get buffed up and it will look like new. I love mine and think if you are already in love with his it sounds like a good deal!

roach7 · 6 May 2010, 01:33 AM

i'm partial to the LV, so i would do it :)

cody p · 6 May 2010, 03:04 AM

i'd keep the breitling.

pz93c · 6 May 2010, 03:56 AM

Navi is too busy for me.

I'd go sub. Get a black bezel insert.

Yazo · 6 May 2010, 08:58 AM

If I was in your shoes I would do the deal - hell I'd even pay a little extra to do it.

If I was in his shoes - no way I would pull off the trade.

HL65 · 6 May 2010, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yazo

If I was in your shoes I would do the deal - hell I'd even pay a little extra to do it.

If I was in his shoes - no way I would pull off the trade.

Exactly!

Yazo · 6 May 2010, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

Exactly!

George Ab · 6 May 2010, 09:12 AM

Hmmm, what's under the hood? An ETA 7750 vs 3135. The Navitimer is a beautiful watch; however, IMHO it's a Chevy engine in a Ferrari body. Sorry to "dis" your watch. Definitely ask; however, I find it unlikely that he would say yes. Good luck.

andrew79 · 6 May 2010, 10:16 AM

LV is awesome... you will fall in love over and over and over again... :)

erwin · 6 May 2010, 10:21 AM

In a heartbeat!

hennabav · 6 May 2010, 10:42 AM

Definitely go for that trade!!

TattooedGQ · 6 May 2010, 10:49 AM

IMO the Navitimer is the only Breitling worth getting, it's the most classic, and I will own one one day.

That being said I wouldn't trade a Rolex for one.

but on THAT note...I wouldn't trade a new watch for an old (non-vintage) piece.

Traveler · 6 May 2010, 12:45 PM

Trading a Brietling for a Rolex is a great trade..for you..but do you really want to rip off your 'friend' like that ?

sgrodz · 6 May 2010, 01:15 PM

Do the trade . . .I personally am not a Breitling fan (too busy for my taste) and the Rolex is a great looking watch. Once buffed, you'll never know it's 5 years old! Good luck!

ParisDakarBmw · 6 May 2010, 01:55 PM

I've found that Breitlings don't hold value too well. I have had several, and highly recomend the brand.

Rolex is a little different. It's like mini realestate. If you could trade for the Rolex, you'd be on the better end of the deal. Unless the Breitling is a limited edition, you might not have an even trade.

You should be happy with either one, but the Rolex is a little beter investment.

5 May 2010, 09:01 PM	#1
zillap Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Martin Location: Sweden Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 462	Would you do this trade? Hi! My friend is coming to see me this weekend. I know that he is totally IN LOVE with my 2009 Breitling Navitimer with Black dial and black leather band. The thing is that i am equally in love with his 2005 Submariner LV, but he doesnt know that..and he never will:) The Submariner is more or less used every day for 5 years, and i would have to send it to RSC for a polish (it has never been polished) and service emidiatly. Should i do this trade? The MSRP is kind of the same, but mine is like brand new, and his is pretty "old" and very udes. I havent asked my friend yet either, i just told him to bring all his watches.. So he might just say NOO.. If we were talking about putting some money in, who do you think would have to give the other one money? Pres and Cons of both models please:) One really bad thing about my Breitling is that is not waterproof (30m) so i cant even take a shower with it Thank you!! Martin

6 May 2010, 01:07 AM	#10
t e x "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Joel Location: Renton, WA Watch: 16610LV Posts: 2,990	I'd do it in a heart beat... if you decide that is the route you'd like to take... let's hope your friend goes for it. __________________ ___/ /_/ /_____ 16610LV; Ball Diver EMT II \:::::::::::::::/ ~~~~~~~~~~

6 May 2010, 01:17 AM	#11
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I would do it... __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

6 May 2010, 10:16 AM	#20
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	LV is awesome... you will fall in love over and over and over again... :) __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

6 May 2010, 10:21 AM	#21
erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	In a heartbeat! __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

5 May 2010, 09:03 PM	#2
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	I'd do it! The Sub will appreciate IMO more than the Breitling. Plus I'm partial to Subs.....Go for it! Pros: It's a Rolex! Cons: None! BTW, a Breit-who?

5 May 2010, 09:05 PM	#3
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Assuming price is roughly equivalent, sure! You've got the Daytona, so the chrono is covered, and I prefer the Superocean Heritage over the Navitimer, anyway. The LV has so many perks.....Maxi dial, ability to switch bezel inserts for black, special anniversary model. If it were the inverse, though, I wouldn't be so sure....So, I'd be surprised if your friend says "yes".

5 May 2010, 09:43 PM	#5
Rippin "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: PNW Watch: All of them Posts: 326	I'd keep the Navitimer as I think that it's the quintessential and iconic watch in the entire Breitling line, especially as they are now moving to a more contemporary look. There are very few watches that look like the Navitimer. Plus I've never been a big fan of the current LV. I don't think any of the two watches will appreciate in value, but the Rolex will depreciate less.

6 May 2010, 01:09 AM	#7
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	I think the Navi is an iconic watch, to me the LV is not as an iconic a watch as the normal sub. The normal sub is though and if the trade were for a normal sub then I might go for it but you have a classic Navitimer which I would find hard to part with!

5 May 2010, 10:05 PM	#8
Engi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Everywhere Posts: 1,434	No, I would not do it ! Ciao Engi

5 May 2010, 10:16 PM	#9
truetime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Krit Location: GMT +0 Watch: 1652055131675 Posts: 302	if you are both HAPPY, just do it :) bests, Krit

6 May 2010, 01:23 AM	#12
Huskerjss Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Jeff Location: Southern CAL Watch: Sub TT 116613LN Posts: 70	I have a 2007 LV. I have worn it everyday for 3 years. Love it and get tons of compliments. Send it to get buffed up and it will look like new. I love mine and think if you are already in love with his it sounds like a good deal!

6 May 2010, 01:33 AM	#13
roach7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: henry Location: nyc Watch: 16610lv Posts: 1,829	i'm partial to the LV, so i would do it :)

6 May 2010, 03:04 AM	#14
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	i'd keep the breitling.

6 May 2010, 03:56 AM	#15
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Navi is too busy for me. I'd go sub. Get a black bezel insert.

6 May 2010, 08:58 AM	#16
Yazo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Dallas TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,812	If I was in your shoes I would do the deal - hell I'd even pay a little extra to do it. If I was in his shoes - no way I would pull off the trade.

6 May 2010, 09:12 AM	#19
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Hmmm, what's under the hood? An ETA 7750 vs 3135. The Navitimer is a beautiful watch; however, IMHO it's a Chevy engine in a Ferrari body. Sorry to "dis" your watch. Definitely ask; however, I find it unlikely that he would say yes. Good luck.

6 May 2010, 10:42 AM	#22
hennabav Banned Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jon Location: New England Watch: --Rolex-- Posts: 2,391	Definitely go for that trade!!

6 May 2010, 10:49 AM	#23
TattooedGQ "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Justin Location: NY, USA Watch: yo self! Posts: 2,686	IMO the Navitimer is the only Breitling worth getting, it's the most classic, and I will own one one day. That being said I wouldn't trade a Rolex for one. but on THAT note...I wouldn't trade a new watch for an old (non-vintage) piece. __________________ That boy's got the Devil in him. Rolex: I think I'm up to 9?? Omega: Got a few of those too. Breitling: And some of these.

6 May 2010, 12:45 PM	#24
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	Trading a Brietling for a Rolex is a great trade..for you..but do you really want to rip off your 'friend' like that ?

6 May 2010, 01:15 PM	#25
sgrodz "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Shawn Location: Burlington, CT Watch: I like lots Posts: 4	Do the trade . . .I personally am not a Breitling fan (too busy for my taste) and the Rolex is a great looking watch. Once buffed, you'll never know it's 5 years old! Good luck!

6 May 2010, 01:55 PM	#26
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	I've found that Breitlings don't hold value too well. I have had several, and highly recomend the brand. Rolex is a little different. It's like mini realestate. If you could trade for the Rolex, you'd be on the better end of the deal. Unless the Breitling is a limited edition, you might not have an even trade. You should be happy with either one, but the Rolex is a little beter investment.

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