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Ruud Van Driver · 17 October 2016, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Now I've heard everything!

This

otherwise, I'm totally speechless.

xjeeunitx · 17 October 2016, 02:21 AM

It's completely up to you bud. Some people prefer to have the latest; of course, it's going to have a cost but I can see your rationale behind it all. Pay a little more to have a brand new watch and fall in love again for a small price. People do it all the time with cars; it's called leasing. =)

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.

tifosi · 17 October 2016, 02:39 AM

Unless you need to be the original owner....service when due and enjoy.

Watchgeek5000 · 17 October 2016, 02:53 AM

I can see his point. If there's no sentimental attachment and you can sell the one you have high and buy a new one low ( or at least a good price), why not do it?

JapRs · 17 October 2016, 03:10 AM

Hodog16 · 17 October 2016, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by AmbSteve

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?

No, he's saying instead of spending $500 or so for service, why not trade in current unserviced watch and add $1000 and get a new watch instead.

So in other words for an extra $500 he gets a new watch and 3 more years on warranty.

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

The Libertine · 17 October 2016, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by xjeeunitx

It's completely up to you bud. Some people prefer to have the latest; of course, it's going to have a cost but I can see your rationale behind it all. Pay a little more to have a brand new watch and fall in love again for a small price. People do it all the time with cars; it's called leasing. =)

When leasing, by the time the lease is up, the car model in question at least has upgrades or more options.

OP would be selling his Hulk to buy the exact same watch.

xjeeunitx · 17 October 2016, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by The Libertine

When leasing, by the time the lease is up, the car model in question at least has upgrades or more options.

OP would be selling his Hulk to buy the exact same watch.

I get what you're saying but the OP is getting a brand new unstickered watch with a five year warranty. He wouldn't have to wait for the watch while it's in service either. It's a no brainer for me.

red1108nyc · 17 October 2016, 05:58 AM

Reasonable move if you anticipate a big repair bill coming I guess. I on the other hand, am not so good with fortune telling.

DCheeta · 17 October 2016, 06:09 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.

This is exactly how I feel. However, I do have a spoon that holds a very special place in my heart.

Rocco21 · 17 October 2016, 06:15 AM

I get the question.I upgrade to new tvs every year and I keep cars maybe 2 years and I've neve kept a watch longer than a year I don't think.I like new.Do whatever makes sense to you.

turboevo2 · 17 October 2016, 06:29 AM

If there is nothing wrong with the watch I would suggest hold off service until 8 to 10 years. My gmt2c when I got it brand new was behind a few sec per day. I had Rolex regulate it and now it keeps perfect time. I have my watch for 7 years now with no service. I'm holding to 10 years to have it service. Service cost estimate $600 from Rolex. If independent delete maybe cheaper.

mtgjr · 17 October 2016, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocco21

I get the question.I upgrade to new tvs every year and I keep cars maybe 2 years and I've neve kept a watch longer than a year I don't think.I like new.Do whatever makes sense to you.

Hope you don't ever get married.....

I find what the OP is proposing to be absurd.

dchang81 · 17 October 2016, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Rocco21

I get the question.I upgrade to new tvs every year and I keep cars maybe 2 years and I've neve kept a watch longer than a year I don't think.I like new.Do whatever makes sense to you.

what do you do with your old tvs?

i tend to doubt you really would be able to sell it at what you are expecting. if you really can having a bnib one with 5 year makes sense to me. i'd do it if not a pita.

speedmaster73 · 17 October 2016, 12:04 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?

you won't get $9000 can for a 5 year old hulk....the ones your looking at are LNIB, or a year old if that....yours would sell for around $8000 can.....right off the bat the buyer will want $500 OFF for service costs...

not all pre-owned watches are the 'same'

speedmaster73 · 17 October 2016, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by rocco21

i get the question.i upgrade to new tvs every year and i keep cars maybe 2 years and i've neve kept a watch longer than a year i don't think.i like new.do whatever makes sense to you.

ocd?

Vishy26 · 17 October 2016, 12:10 PM

It would be a pain to sell it and then buy it again. Just get it serviced.

seand442 · 17 October 2016, 12:26 PM

How many times have you needed to utilize your warranty? It's great to have but it really only has value if you use it. By the time you factor everything in, I'd just say screw it and get it serviced and keep it. Enjoy the memories.

jw0n · 17 October 2016, 12:33 PM

The price for a brand new Hulk today would be quite different from what you paid 5 years ago. Unlike a car, your new Hulk has no advantage over your 5 year old example. Ok, 5 year warranty... but what's wrong with yours again?

Ritch99 · 17 October 2016, 12:40 PM

For me, the longer I have a Rolex, the harder it is to part with. Don't you have any memories with that hulk? I would hang on to it and get another model new!

Schafer94 · 17 October 2016, 12:47 PM

Assuming service is 700 and a new one would only be 1000 in difference. 100% better off going for the new one. Anyone who says otherwise doesn't value 3 years warranty for $300. Plus it's nice to get a new watch (:

mtgjr · 17 October 2016, 09:39 PM

Why does yours need service? It's only five years old.

brandrea · 17 October 2016, 09:41 PM

Service and move on.

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.

mtgjr · 18 October 2016, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Service and move on.

Why are you recommending that he service a 5 year old Rolex running within COSC with no issues?

drgoro · 18 October 2016, 04:24 AM

OP; I believe I understand where you are coming from; I would do it in the context which you are asking.

17 October 2016, 02:39 AM	#34
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	Unless you need to be the original owner....service when due and enjoy. __________________ Russ

17 October 2016, 12:26 PM	#51
seand442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Earth Watch: 116610 Posts: 3,455	How many times have you needed to utilize your warranty? It's great to have but it really only has value if you use it. By the time you factor everything in, I'd just say screw it and get it serviced and keep it. Enjoy the memories. __________________ NEVER ARGUE WITH AN IDIOT. FIRST THEY WILL DRAG YOU DOWN TO THEIR LEVEL. THEN, THEY WILL BEAT YOU WITH EXPERIENCE.

17 October 2016, 12:33 PM	#52
jw0n "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Won Location: Asia Posts: 1,439	The price for a brand new Hulk today would be quite different from what you paid 5 years ago. Unlike a car, your new Hulk has no advantage over your 5 year old example. Ok, 5 year warranty... but what's wrong with yours again? __________________ Instagram: @itsjw0n

17 October 2016, 12:40 PM	#53
Ritch99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Mitch Location: CONUS Watch: DSSD and others Posts: 1,186	For me, the longer I have a Rolex, the harder it is to part with. Don't you have any memories with that hulk? I would hang on to it and get another model new! __________________ Sua Sponte!

17 October 2016, 02:21 AM	#32
xjeeunitx 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 5,529	It's completely up to you bud. Some people prefer to have the latest; of course, it's going to have a cost but I can see your rationale behind it all. Pay a little more to have a brand new watch and fall in love again for a small price. People do it all the time with cars; it's called leasing. =)

17 October 2016, 02:22 AM	#33
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, 02:53 AM	#35
Watchgeek5000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Brooklyn USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 1,622	I can see his point. If there's no sentimental attachment and you can sell the one you have high and buy a new one low ( or at least a good price), why not do it?

17 October 2016, 03:10 AM	#36
JapRs "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Earth Watch: RolexPatek Posts: 664

17 October 2016, 04:21 AM	#39
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

17 October 2016, 05:58 AM	#42
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	Reasonable move if you anticipate a big repair bill coming I guess. I on the other hand, am not so good with fortune telling.

17 October 2016, 06:15 AM	#44
Rocco21 Banned Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Rob Location: Cape Cod Watch: 126660,126600 Posts: 1,324	I get the question.I upgrade to new tvs every year and I keep cars maybe 2 years and I've neve kept a watch longer than a year I don't think.I like new.Do whatever makes sense to you.

17 October 2016, 06:29 AM	#45
turboevo2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Ryan Location: CA, USA Watch: Rolex GMT2C Posts: 333	If there is nothing wrong with the watch I would suggest hold off service until 8 to 10 years. My gmt2c when I got it brand new was behind a few sec per day. I had Rolex regulate it and now it keeps perfect time. I have my watch for 7 years now with no service. I'm holding to 10 years to have it service. Service cost estimate $600 from Rolex. If independent delete maybe cheaper.

17 October 2016, 12:10 PM	#50
Vishy26 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Krishna Location: Australia Posts: 611	It would be a pain to sell it and then buy it again. Just get it serviced.

17 October 2016, 12:47 PM	#54
Schafer94 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: New York Posts: 29	Assuming service is 700 and a new one would only be 1000 in difference. 100% better off going for the new one. Anyone who says otherwise doesn't value 3 years warranty for $300. Plus it's nice to get a new watch (:

17 October 2016, 09:39 PM	#55
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	Why does yours need service? It's only five years old.

17 October 2016, 09:41 PM	#56
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,091	Service and move on.

18 October 2016, 04:24 AM	#60
drgoro "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Virginia Posts: 816	OP; I believe I understand where you are coming from; I would do it in the context which you are asking.

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