Trade up from 16610 to BLNR

[Etschell]

What numbers you talking here? If the money is right I'd say do it, you won't regret it.

[silkroaded]

Originally Posted by DRKBC

It's a big decision I recently traded a watch that I had owned for about 8 years and I went through a lot of soul searching prior to the move for sure.
Have you tried both on? There is quite difference case wise beteeen the BLNR and your current Sub. If you haven't tried them on then I bet if you do, you will know pretty quickly.

This is exactly it. I've had my 16610 from new, it's the last of the run and whilst I've worn it every day, it's still in fine condition. It's comfortable and looks great with smart / casual attire. I was at one point considering changing to the ceramic sub but each time I tried it on it just felt too big. I haven't tried a BLNR on yet and will definitely do so when I get to the AD but with the watch not sized properly it's very difficult to gauge whether you will ultimately adapt to the change in case dimensions over time.

Given this will be my only watch, that's partly what makes this a difficult decision. The GMT is a slightly thinner case so may well feel more comfortable on my wrist than the SUBC so we'll see.

Thanks again for all the input

[silkroaded]

Originally Posted by Etschell

What numbers you talking here? If the money is right I'd say do it, you won't regret it.

Full MSRP on the BLNR and I would then sell the sub on for around 4.5 k

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by nick c

I would keep the sub but that's me

Me too.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by silkroaded

Full MSRP on the BLNR and I would then sell the sub on for around 4.5 k

I would do it then. If your sub is a complete set you'd get more for it. So if you are comfortable at those numbers anything else is cream on top.

Here is another option, keep the sub and get a used 116710ln. Comes out nearly the same and you have two watches.

Lastly basel is 3 days away if you have any desire for a coke bezel modern gmt I'd hold off until it's know.

[silkroaded]

Originally Posted by Etschell

I would do it then. If your sub is a complete set you'd get more for it. So if you are comfortable at those numbers anything else is cream on top.

Here is another option, keep the sub and get a used 116710ln. Comes out nearly the same and you have two watches.

Lastly basel is 3 days away if you have any desire for a coke bezel modern gmt I'd hold off until it's know.

You're making a lot of sense. I guess part of the attraction is that I have a BLNR with my name on it and in the UK that is a fortunate decision to be in right now.

My heart wants the BLNR but my head is telling me I'd be crazy to let go of the sub! Decisions decisions!

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by Etschell

Lastly basel is 3 days away if you have any desire for a coke bezel modern gmt I'd hold off until it's know.

Good point - at least wait until Basel.

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by silkroaded

You're making a lot of sense. I guess part of the attraction is that I have a BLNR with my name on it and in the UK that is a fortunate decision to be in right now.

My heart wants the BLNR but my head is telling me I'd be crazy to let go of the sub! Decisions decisions!

Yep.

[doramas]

I prefer the Submariner 16610

[Yurigs]

Keep the sub. New BBW hands and lugs on the new models turn me away


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[dodober]

BLNR all the way:



and then this:

[FTX I]

Once you sell your old friend Sub there's no turning back. The fact that you started this thread means you're not sure about it, and you never even tried the BLNR, so IMHO you shouldn't do it.

[TitanCi]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Would you trade this...







...for this?

I wouldn't trade a 993 for a 991!!! 993 is a collectible, imagine this...




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[silkroaded]

I really appreciate all of your responses. I think adding when feasible is the answer. Sellers remorse sounds to be beckoning with the sale of the sub.

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by silkroaded

I really appreciate all of your responses. I think adding when feasible is the answer. Sellers remorse sounds to be beckoning with the sale of the sub.

Only if you think you'll get it.

I've let an old LV , SubC, Daytona SS and SD all go...now I've got a BLNR and wouldn't give my BLNR to get any of the old ones back.

Your call but I honestly wouldn't look back.

[strafer_kid]

Originally Posted by Gerry62

I prefer the Sub.

Same here.......pretty different watches, though both excellent!

[silkroaded]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

Only if you think you'll get it.

I've let an old LV , SubC, Daytona SS and SD all go...now I've got a BLNR and wouldn't give my BLNR to get any of the old ones back.

Your call but I honestly wouldn't look back.

Your argument is certainly compelling sir! Do you mind if I ask how long have you had the BLNR for?

Would you wear it for everyday duties day in day out including the beach, formal / casual wear etc etc as I do with the sub?

[Greg5512]

I had the blnr for a. Month couldn't bond with it

Now wearing 114060 with glide lock much happier

[brandrea]

From what we continually hear on this forum, if you're in the UK they're next to impossible to obtain.

If you have a chance to but one, jump,on it.

[Rags]

Sub. You never ever part with a submariner!!!!

[douglasf13]

Originally Posted by TitanCi

I wouldn't trade a 993 for a 991!!! 993 is a collectible...

I certainly wouldn't either.

[Evad3]

I'd pick up the BLNR! Been on waiting lists for almost a year now

[gregmoeck]

16610

[Hard_Six]

I own both. And love both. But if only one was possible, I say go Batman all day and don't look back.

[superstarmar]

Originally Posted by silkroaded

Your argument is certainly compelling sir! Do you mind if I ask how long have you had the BLNR for?

Would you wear it for everyday duties day in day out including the beach, formal / casual wear etc etc as I do with the sub?

Well you haven't asked me but I've had my
BLNR for over a year ... Almost 14 months to be
More precise .... Since I purchased it brand new ,
It's my daily .... work , play and dressy/formal with suit
and tie.... I have a bluesy sub C that used to be my daily
but since the BLNR it's my weekend/special occasion piece now.
I travel with my business so the GMT BLNR makes perfect sense
even if I didn't travel I'd still use it as my daily because it's
so versatile....

[datejust24]

I say go sea Dweller

[mondo74]

If it's an everyday watch, blnr. If you have the means to keep both then even better, but a one watch collection needs to be as new as you can get I reckon.
Vintage watches for special occasions or times when you know it won't get wrecked.

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[mondo74]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

Would you trade this...



...for this?

You know what? I regret each time I sold my old collectible items. So my 16710 and my 86 Carrera. Still, if it's your only car and only watch, i think you still need to go modern.

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[nick800]

Originally Posted by douglasf13

I certainly wouldn't either.

That 993 is appreciating in value. Those non-turbos will probably hit $150,000 in the not too distant future.