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duffman · 22 November 2012, 05:11 AM

So I sold my day date a few months back and have regretted it ever since. I absolutely loved the watch but it got scratched so easy.... Question is do I buy another 18238 or let it go....I'll mention I've seen a fs 18238 that I like

red1108nyc · 22 November 2012, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duffman

So I sold my day date a few months back and have regretted it ever since. I absolutely loved the watch but it got scratched so easy.... Question is do I buy another 18238 or let it go....I'll mention I've seen a fs 18238 that I like

if there is an itch, you must scratch it.

superdog · 22 November 2012, 05:23 AM

That's a tough one. I've replaced watches I've come to regret selling before.

In fact my collection right now consists of three that I've rebought.

And, now I absolutely know that they are keepers. I say go for it.

nauticajoe · 22 November 2012, 09:13 AM

Go for it! Scratches will happen.....Enjoy it!!!

jamilf · 22 November 2012, 09:24 AM

I say go for it too!! i bought an ROO when i sold it few months ago
I regret selling it..

cocopeep · 22 November 2012, 09:37 AM

I had the same issue... sold my airking in 1990 and today got my airking back! planning on a service (dont know service history) and it will be like new. See my post "one of my favorite watches is back".

crowncollection · 22 November 2012, 09:43 AM

day dates Rock, your not alone i have regreted many sales over the years

Time Exposure · 22 November 2012, 09:52 AM

Depends. Why did you sell it?

77T · 22 November 2012, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Time Exposure

Depends. Why did you sell it?

He said in the original post, "it got scratched so easy.... "

GradyPhilpott · 22 November 2012, 10:06 AM

You will find more seller's remorse stories on this board than you will find buyer's remorse stories by far.

We really should have a seller's remorse forum, just as a public service.

superdog · 22 November 2012, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GradyPhilpott

You will find more seller's remorse stories on this board than you will find buyer's remorse stories by far.

We really should have a seller's remorse forum, just as a public service.

Ha. Awesome.

77T · 22 November 2012, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duffman

Question is do I buy another 18238 or let it go....I'll mention I've seen a fs 18238 that I like

If you buy it then budget some time with your shrink to deal with your scratch neurosis

You've got the itch - so I'd say scratch it!

Rags · 22 November 2012, 10:42 AM

RSC will take out the scratches. So enjoy it!!

Time Exposure · 22 November 2012, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

He said in the original post, "it got scratched so easy.... "

oh...

Sounds legit.

I don't share your experience, but if you sold it because it was a scratch magnet, why replace it? You sold it for a reason that won't change with its replacement.

My sales regrets occurred when I sold a watch I liked to fund another I thought I liked better. I replaced two of those.

Rick Putnam · 22 November 2012, 11:44 AM

I have a 118238 that I rarely wear. I think of selling it all the time. However, when I wear it, I am always glad I have it.

Everyone regrets sales. Just bought another as Daytona after just such an episode. In the process of replacing a Panerai for the same reason (though the Panerai is a different Radiomir than the one I sold).

samuel019 · 22 November 2012, 11:57 AM

You have to get it. I recently flipped my Exp I and it has been driving me crazy!!!!! I haven't changed my signature or avatar because I know it will be in hands again very soon!! Never even dropped it from my home owners coverage. You wanna know why??? Well I will have one back on Friday that I bought straight out. No flip to regret this time. Counting down the days...

Chewbacca · 22 November 2012, 04:04 PM

go for it! its rolex personified.

HRV · 22 November 2012, 04:09 PM

Tough one, if you really miss it get another or try something new for a change

serdal22 · 22 November 2012, 04:13 PM

I also say GO FOR IT!

I sold around 8-9 timepieces that I enjoyed, Sub, Debaufre TT GMT, my birthyear (1969) Seiko Navigator GMT Auto, Marathon Msar, Seiko Perpetual SBCM023, Seiko 7548 - 700B etc . . . Each time I regretted so much after the sales.

I just received my Seiko 7548 - 700B Vintage Diver Pepsi. I am still looking for a TT Debaufre GMT.

I am not selling anything from my collection (Except the doubles) because I know I will regret again.

So, again, go get it, and keep it. Wear carefully and it won't get scratched that easily.

Capt. Serdal

andyboy39 · 22 November 2012, 06:51 PM

Day Dates are special, go for it..

SPACE-DWELLER · 22 November 2012, 08:04 PM

I say go for it... good deals can be had on Day-Dates, especially the 18238 and older models.

travisb · 22 November 2012, 08:40 PM

It's happened to me more than once...
Each time I ended up buying it back. The only solution.

caryyee · 22 November 2012, 08:53 PM

My day date (and my other gold models) I'd never sell. Yes, they scratch relatively more easily that a SS watch, but the beauty of gold never diminishes. Can't ever envision ever selling mine.

katana · 23 November 2012, 12:26 AM

I have DD President 18038 I have tried to sell twice. Today I am glad I did not sell. For me it is most beautiful gold watch that are. Gold, 18.k. with dark blue jubilee dial .....

Also sold watches, which I regret today.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

vintagewaferthin · 23 November 2012, 12:38 AM

i have the same issue. i have been thinking about selling my 40s tissot bumper for months, but im still thinking that once shes gone, im going to miss her.my reason for wanting to sell it was because i hardly ever wear it(i think its the case size at 35mm that just really doesnt do it for me completly). my original plan was to sell her as soon as she gets overhauled, but now im begining to rethink that. it would be hard to replace it if i did end up letting it go. its currently sitting in my safe until i make up my mind

monte · 23 November 2012, 12:42 AM

i miss my pam 104. now i find myself wanting it again.

financeman · 23 November 2012, 01:01 AM

You only live once. If it is affordable and in your budget then go for it. I have found that if you want a watch and the want will not go away then you will either think about it morning, noon, and night or just bite the bullet and get it. You will definitely be a happier person. Lol

Cabaiguan · 23 November 2012, 01:57 AM

I had a PRISTINE Doxa 750T that I very much regret selling. Haven't been able to find one in similar condition since. I feel your pain.

eric23 · 23 November 2012, 02:53 AM

I regret many watches I sold, but you can always buy them back as I have got a few back that I sold.

Mickey® · 23 November 2012, 03:05 AM

Thanks for posting to remind me...
I have always said every collection should have a Moon Watch...
This is my third...and I haven't worn it in 3 or 4 weeks....so sometimes I think about selling.
I know I'd have to buy another soon or later so I better keep it!

Oh I say you should buy again...

22 November 2012, 05:11 AM	#1
duffman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: here Posts: 259	Watch sale regret So I sold my day date a few months back and have regretted it ever since. I absolutely loved the watch but it got scratched so easy.... Question is do I buy another 18238 or let it go....I'll mention I've seen a fs 18238 that I like

22 November 2012, 05:23 AM	#3
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	That's a tough one. I've replaced watches I've come to regret selling before. In fact my collection right now consists of three that I've rebought. And, now I absolutely know that they are keepers. I say go for it. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

22 November 2012, 09:43 AM	#7
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	day dates Rock, your not alone i have regreted many sales over the years __________________ watches many

22 November 2012, 10:06 AM	#10
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,460	You will find more seller's remorse stories on this board than you will find buyer's remorse stories by far. We really should have a seller's remorse forum, just as a public service. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

22 November 2012, 10:42 AM	#13
Rags 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chuck Location: SW Florida Watch: 16233,16610,214270 Posts: 11,196	RSC will take out the scratches. So enjoy it!! __________________ 16233 Y Serial Datejust 16610 Z Serial Submariner 214270 Explorer *114300 Oyster Perpetual* *76200 Tudor Date+Day*

22 November 2012, 09:13 AM	#4
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Go for it! Scratches will happen.....Enjoy it!!!

22 November 2012, 09:24 AM	#5
jamilf "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Lange, Patek Posts: 518	I say go for it too!! i bought an ROO when i sold it few months ago I regret selling it..

22 November 2012, 09:37 AM	#6
cocopeep "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: PA Watch: DJ 116234 Posts: 510	I had the same issue... sold my airking in 1990 and today got my airking back! planning on a service (dont know service history) and it will be like new. See my post "one of my favorite watches is back".

22 November 2012, 09:52 AM	#8
Time Exposure "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Bryan Location: Sac Valley, CA US Watch: Patek 5980/1A Posts: 2,860	Depends. Why did you sell it?

22 November 2012, 11:44 AM	#15
Rick Putnam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Abbeville, LA Posts: 227	I have a 118238 that I rarely wear. I think of selling it all the time. However, when I wear it, I am always glad I have it. Everyone regrets sales. Just bought another as Daytona after just such an episode. In the process of replacing a Panerai for the same reason (though the Panerai is a different Radiomir than the one I sold).

22 November 2012, 11:57 AM	#16
samuel019 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Anthony Location: Triad Watch: Me go broke!!!! Posts: 4,038	You have to get it. I recently flipped my Exp I and it has been driving me crazy!!!!! I haven't changed my signature or avatar because I know it will be in hands again very soon!! Never even dropped it from my home owners coverage. You wanna know why??? Well I will have one back on Friday that I bought straight out. No flip to regret this time. Counting down the days... __________________ Rolex Collection: A few here and there. Just ask

22 November 2012, 04:04 PM	#17
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,112	go for it! its rolex personified.

22 November 2012, 04:09 PM	#18
HRV "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Andrew Location: johannesburg Watch: ROLEX Posts: 4,407	Tough one, if you really miss it get another or try something new for a change

22 November 2012, 04:13 PM	#19
serdal22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Serdal Location: B.C., Canada Watch: 16610-1680-16710 Posts: 456	I also say GO FOR IT! I sold around 8-9 timepieces that I enjoyed, Sub, Debaufre TT GMT, my birthyear (1969) Seiko Navigator GMT Auto, Marathon Msar, Seiko Perpetual SBCM023, Seiko 7548 - 700B etc . . . Each time I regretted so much after the sales. I just received my Seiko 7548 - 700B Vintage Diver Pepsi. I am still looking for a TT Debaufre GMT. I am not selling anything from my collection (Except the doubles) because I know I will regret again. So, again, go get it, and keep it. Wear carefully and it won't get scratched that easily. Capt. Serdal __________________ Casio: F-91W; MKII: LRRP UTC 48; Seafighter; Paradive; Seiko: SKX007J; 7548 -700B; 6117 - 8000 Navigator GMT; SBCM023 Prospex Perpetual x 2; CYGHAL: Alarm; Shanghai: Mechanical F.S.; Marathon: MSar 500 Pc. Ltd.; ROLEX: GMT II Pepsi; Sub 16610 T; GMT II Coke K; Sub 1680 ca.1969; PAM: PR.

22 November 2012, 06:51 PM	#20
andyboy39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Zealand Watch: Day Date Posts: 1,409	Day Dates are special, go for it..

22 November 2012, 08:04 PM	#21
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I say go for it... good deals can be had on Day-Dates, especially the 18238 and older models. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

22 November 2012, 08:40 PM	#22
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	It's happened to me more than once... Each time I ended up buying it back. The only solution.

22 November 2012, 08:53 PM	#23
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	My day date (and my other gold models) I'd never sell. Yes, they scratch relatively more easily that a SS watch, but the beauty of gold never diminishes. Can't ever envision ever selling mine.

23 November 2012, 12:26 AM	#24
katana "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Paradis Location: Sweden Watch: Sub.1680/ Datejust Posts: 885	I have DD President 18038 I have tried to sell twice. Today I am glad I did not sell. For me it is most beautiful gold watch that are. Gold, 18.k. with dark blue jubilee dial ..... Also sold watches, which I regret today.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ __________________

23 November 2012, 12:38 AM	#25
vintagewaferthin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Earth Watch: Air-King 5500 Posts: 2,620	i have the same issue. i have been thinking about selling my 40s tissot bumper for months, but im still thinking that once shes gone, im going to miss her.my reason for wanting to sell it was because i hardly ever wear it(i think its the case size at 35mm that just really doesnt do it for me completly). my original plan was to sell her as soon as she gets overhauled, but now im begining to rethink that. it would be hard to replace it if i did end up letting it go. its currently sitting in my safe until i make up my mind

23 November 2012, 12:42 AM	#26
monte "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: john Location: Staten Island, NY Watch: Seamaster 300 Posts: 98	i miss my pam 104. now i find myself wanting it again. __________________ good dealings with schwartz914; RIducati996; davidsw; silvergamex; mrh1797; erikszper; kjp1; lasc26; mb23; hddeuce88; toofast22; ebxchange; watchmework2351; SohAIS

23 November 2012, 01:01 AM	#27
financeman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Heath Location: Lawrenceburg KY Watch: Submariner Posts: 3,982	You only live once. If it is affordable and in your budget then go for it. I have found that if you want a watch and the want will not go away then you will either think about it morning, noon, and night or just bite the bullet and get it. You will definitely be a happier person. Lol __________________ “You may delay, but time will not.” ― Benjamin Franklin

23 November 2012, 01:57 AM	#28
Cabaiguan "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Raf Location: NJ Watch: GMTII Posts: 2,155	I had a PRISTINE Doxa 750T that I very much regret selling. Haven't been able to find one in similar condition since. I feel your pain. __________________ "A ship of war is the best ambassador." - Oliver Cromwell

23 November 2012, 02:53 AM	#29
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	I regret many watches I sold, but you can always buy them back as I have got a few back that I sold.

23 November 2012, 03:05 AM	#30
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Thanks for posting to remind me... I have always said every collection should have a Moon Watch... This is my third...and I haven't worn it in 3 or 4 weeks....so sometimes I think about selling. I know I'd have to buy another soon or later so I better keep it! Oh I say you should buy again...

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