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Zippo · 16 October 2016, 11:35 PM

I have a 5 year old Hulk in great condition that will be in need of service sometime in the next few years. A service will cost me around $500 I believe - correct me if i am wrong.

I have been seeing pre loved prices in my area (Toronto) for around 9k cad.

I am confident i can get my hands on a BNIB Hulk from an AD for around 10,000-10,500cad all in.

Would it make sense to service my watch or would I be better off selling it and spending the extra $500-1k to have a new one with stickers and 5 yr warranty?

padi56 · 16 October 2016, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Zippo

I have a 5 year old Hulk in great condition that will be in need of service sometime in the next few years. A service will cost me around $500 I believe - correct me if i am wrong.

I have been seeing pre loved prices in my area (Toronto) for around 9k cad.

I am confident i can get my hands on a BNIB Hulk from an AD for around 10,000-10,500cad all in.

Would it make sense to service my watch or would I be better off selling it and spending the extra $500-1k to have a new one with stickers and 5 yr warranty?

Sorry just cannot see the point I would keep the one you have now and have it serviced in the next year or so, after service you will have a full two year warranty.

Byrdguy · 16 October 2016, 11:43 PM

I have a five year old Hulk and it keeps dang near perfect time and I'll wear it until it doesn't, then I'll have it serviced. Buy a new one,

don't think so.

Skyrider01 · 16 October 2016, 11:51 PM

Do you buy a new car every time it needs an oil change?
Unless you want a new one for whatever reason, I don't see the point in replacing it just because it's due for a service.

enjoythemusic · 17 October 2016, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Skyrider01

Do you buy a new car every time it needs an oil change?

No, only when the ashtray gets full.

Service the Hulk, as I see little sense in trading and then getting new. Then again it's only money, so your call.

brucethemanlee · 16 October 2016, 11:53 PM

Personally I'd find doing all that switching around buying and selling a pain in the butt. Time is money :)

Also I'd want to keep my original 5 yr old watch for sentimental reasons

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LuminousMaximus · 16 October 2016, 11:57 PM

I would Get a New Hulk!!

Only because when reading between the lines, it seems that would make you happier...

I have learned, that If you have to ask the Question, then something is bugging you...

locutus49 · 17 October 2016, 12:33 AM

This is a profound post.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

I would Get a New Hulk!!

Only because when reading between the lines, it seems that would make you happier...

I have learned, that If you have to ask the Question, then something is bugging you...

Chadridv · 17 October 2016, 02:12 AM

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Originally Posted by locutus49

This is a profound post.

I agree!

AmbSteve · 17 October 2016, 02:18 AM

I'm confused. You have the watch now...you're asking if you should spend money to service that very watch, sell it, then spend an additional $1K to get the same watch again? Why do that?

dcash0615 · 17 October 2016, 02:22 AM

I'm in the school that you service when the watch needs it due to not working within specs. If your Hulk has no issues in a year or two don't service. Just wear and enjoy. No need to buy a new watch.

Ragna · 17 October 2016, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by LuminousMaximus

I would Get a New Hulk!!

Only because when reading between the lines, it seems that would make you happier...

Hahah ! I sensed that too.

gregmoeck · 17 October 2016, 04:21 AM

If it only cost you 500-700 for bnib, then I would go for it, anymore and I wouldn't

HankL818 · 17 October 2016, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

Personally I'd find doing all that switching around buying and selling a pain in the butt. Time is money :)

Also I'd want to keep my original 5 yr old watch for sentimental reasons

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Totally agree. A $500 routine maintenance is no reason in flipping it for the same exact model.

Cru Jones · 16 October 2016, 11:58 PM

I serviced mine at about 5 years. Came back like new and I'm glad to still have the watch with which I've done so much.

Plus, I prefer the older dial font.

GoingPlaces · 17 October 2016, 12:07 AM

Keep it. Makes no sense to trade on a new one. Not talking cars here.

MattCH · 17 October 2016, 12:13 AM

if you sell it easily do it

Shaky · 17 October 2016, 12:18 AM

I would keep it and not have it serviced to be honest. If it keeps good time and hasn't been abused. Let it run for a couple more years.

I can hear the bullets being loaded as I type. Lol

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BBQ BOY · 17 October 2016, 12:21 AM

I like to keep things long term that are important to me. It tells a story.

southcarolina1801 · 17 October 2016, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by BBQ BOY

I like to keep things long term that are important to me. It tells a story.

^^^ I agree. Think about the places that watch has been to and the stories it can tell. A new one has none of that.

noeldownunder · 17 October 2016, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by southcarolina1801

^^^ I agree. Think about the places that watch has been to and the stories it can tell. A new one has none of that.

I also agree. You can't have a love of watches if they mean so little to you.

mtgjr · 18 October 2016, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by noeldownunder

I also agree. You can't have a love of watches if they mean so little to you.

Agree. What he is proposing seems wrong on many different levels.

Zyfon · 17 October 2016, 12:33 AM

I think the OP is interested in the new 5 year warranty. If you service the watch, you'll only get 2 years. 500 for 3 extra years of piece of mind is not bad IMO.

tvad · 17 October 2016, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Zyfon

I think the OP is interested in the new 5 year warranty. If you service the watch, you'll only get 2 years. 500 for 3 extra years of piece of mind is not bad IMO.

I think you have a good grasp on the OP's strategy.

The question is would either watch actually require service/repair within the warranty period? My bet would be "no".

And, does his current watch require service? OP, is it running egregiously slow or fast?

kilyung · 17 October 2016, 12:51 AM

Service (and shipping) is almost $700 excluding any parts needed

Like To Watch · 17 October 2016, 12:58 AM

I get my watches serviced and a have friend
who flips rather than service.

Boaters · 17 October 2016, 01:04 AM

It is your call you need to do what makes you happy if you need to sell the Hulk to scratch your itch with the BLNR I understand ... But your call my friend

The Libertine · 17 October 2016, 01:13 AM

I just don't get the logic here either.

Why trade a perfectly good watch for an identical one which, although is new, is exactly the same?

I would not do it.

DaveDhc · 17 October 2016, 01:20 AM

My watches aren't just "things". We all process the world differently. For me, the fact that my watches have been with me thru various experiences transforms the watches into objects which I value differently than say a fork or a pair of shoes.

tvad · 17 October 2016, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by DaveDhc

My watches aren't just "things". We all process the world differently. For me, the fact that my watches have been with me thru various experiences transforms the watches into objects which I value differently than say a fork or a pair of shoes.

LOL.

I value certain pairs of shoes more than my Rolex 14060m.

Aren't we humans odd...

16 October 2016, 11:35 PM	#1
Zippo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 221	5 yr old Hulk - Service or Sell and Buy New? I have a 5 year old Hulk in great condition that will be in need of service sometime in the next few years. A service will cost me around $500 I believe - correct me if i am wrong. I have been seeing pre loved prices in my area (Toronto) for around 9k cad. I am confident i can get my hands on a BNIB Hulk from an AD for around 10,000-10,500cad all in. Would it make sense to service my watch or would I be better off selling it and spending the extra $500-1k to have a new one with stickers and 5 yr warranty?

16 October 2016, 11:57 PM	#7
LuminousMaximus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Watch: me hit Huge Lotto Posts: 6,512	I would Get a New Hulk!! Only because when reading between the lines, it seems that would make you happier... I have learned, that If you have to ask the Question, then something is bugging you... __________________ “Every man Dies... Not Every Man, Really Lives.” – William Wallace - To really lives means to live your life to the fullest. It means to chase your dreams, take risks, and to love life. Since everyone’s fate is the same, why not live the best life that you possibly can? In order to really live,you must seize the day. Live each day as if it's your last and overall just do it! Today is a gift, that’s why it’s called the present...

17 October 2016, 02:18 AM	#10
AmbSteve "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: San Angelo, TX Watch: Rlx,Omega,JLC,Breg Posts: 1,699	I'm confused. You have the watch now...you're asking if you should spend money to service that very watch, sell it, then spend an additional $1K to get the same watch again? Why do that? __________________

17 October 2016, 12:13 AM	#17
MattCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: EU Watch: PP/ROLEX Posts: 165	if you sell it easily do it __________________

16 October 2016, 11:43 PM	#3
Byrdguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Florida Panhandle Watch: Sub C LV, Posts: 490	I have a five year old Hulk and it keeps dang near perfect time and I'll wear it until it doesn't, then I'll have it serviced. Buy a new one, don't think so.

16 October 2016, 11:51 PM	#4
Skyrider01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Florida/Canada Posts: 1,312	Do you buy a new car every time it needs an oil change? Unless you want a new one for whatever reason, I don't see the point in replacing it just because it's due for a service.

16 October 2016, 11:53 PM	#6
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,575	Personally I'd find doing all that switching around buying and selling a pain in the butt. Time is money :) Also I'd want to keep my original 5 yr old watch for sentimental reasons Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 October 2016, 02:22 AM	#11
dcash0615 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: CA Watch: es Posts: 4,395	I'm in the school that you service when the watch needs it due to not working within specs. If your Hulk has no issues in a year or two don't service. Just wear and enjoy. No need to buy a new watch.

17 October 2016, 04:21 AM	#13
gregmoeck "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maui Watch: Patek Posts: 2,032	If it only cost you 500-700 for bnib, then I would go for it, anymore and I wouldn't

16 October 2016, 11:58 PM	#15
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	I serviced mine at about 5 years. Came back like new and I'm glad to still have the watch with which I've done so much. Plus, I prefer the older dial font.

17 October 2016, 12:07 AM	#16
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Keep it. Makes no sense to trade on a new one. Not talking cars here.

17 October 2016, 12:18 AM	#18
Shaky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: UK Posts: 1,125	I would keep it and not have it serviced to be honest. If it keeps good time and hasn't been abused. Let it run for a couple more years. I can hear the bullets being loaded as I type. Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

17 October 2016, 12:21 AM	#19
BBQ BOY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: South Carolina Posts: 513	I like to keep things long term that are important to me. It tells a story.

17 October 2016, 12:33 AM	#23
Zyfon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Thailand Watch: Rolex & Panerai Posts: 440	I think the OP is interested in the new 5 year warranty. If you service the watch, you'll only get 2 years. 500 for 3 extra years of piece of mind is not bad IMO.

17 October 2016, 12:51 AM	#25
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Service (and shipping) is almost $700 excluding any parts needed

17 October 2016, 12:58 AM	#26
Like To Watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 1,196	I get my watches serviced and a have friend who flips rather than service.

17 October 2016, 01:04 AM	#27
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	It is your call you need to do what makes you happy if you need to sell the Hulk to scratch your itch with the BLNR I understand ... But your call my friend

17 October 2016, 01:13 AM	#28
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	I just don't get the logic here either. Why trade a perfectly good watch for an identical one which, although is new, is exactly the same? I would not do it.

17 October 2016, 01:20 AM	#29
DaveDhc "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Washington DC Posts: 222	My watches aren't just "things". We all process the world differently. For me, the fact that my watches have been with me thru various experiences transforms the watches into objects which I value differently than say a fork or a pair of shoes.

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