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Old 15 November 2010, 11:47 AM   #1
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To sell or not to sell....

I have a K serial SeaDweller in pretty good condition but needs a new crystal and to be serviced. I have an offer on the table and wouldn't mind selling but do y'all think that I should keep it? Or would you recommend selling it and buying a GMTIIc? SubC? or DSSD? Thanks for your help!

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Old 15 November 2010, 11:51 AM   #2
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If it no longer makes you happy......

Just remember they're now discontinued, so acquiring another in mint condition later may be tougher.

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Old 15 November 2010, 01:25 PM   #3
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thats a hard one,if you want a change,why no go for it,only you can answer that question tho.
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Old 15 November 2010, 01:39 PM   #4
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I'd get it fixed and keep it. Its a classic. Then, I would save up and buy a more modern watch - the GMTIIC for instance. Different functionality!
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Old 15 November 2010, 01:43 PM   #5
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If you don't go head of heels over a new model, I would keep it. Unless there is something you just must have, and you need to make a few sacrifices, then sell...
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Old 15 November 2010, 01:46 PM   #6
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wow a tough 1....but i think i'll keep it too..
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Old 15 November 2010, 01:57 PM   #7
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I would keep is Chris.....
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Old 15 November 2010, 02:50 PM   #8
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Keep it. Values will rise in a couple years.
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Old 15 November 2010, 02:55 PM   #9
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All depends on you, which model do you prefer?
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Old 15 November 2010, 03:03 PM   #10
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If you want a different model, sell it. There will be no shortage of the 16600 IMO--Rolex made plenty of them and if you decide to acquire another, you'll be able to find one (mint-or NIB will of course command a premium).

I love my SD and would certainly not trade it for a new Sub C or GMT IIc. Service and a new crystal will cost maybe $600? Then it will be like new.
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Old 15 November 2010, 03:31 PM   #11
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I had the same dilemma, I have a 14060M, Explorer I and Explorer II, plus my PAM 177 love all of them but something was missing!!! then I decided trade the SUB and Explorer I for a SUB C. LOVE it and where it everyday, Do what makes you happy!!!
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Old 15 November 2010, 04:46 PM   #12
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You said, "and wouldn't mind selling". Sounds like you know what you want to do already. If you sell, get your money out of it. Sea-dweller 4000 have really appreciated in the last six months. Point being don't sell it for a song. You may even want to first fix it up and then decide. Personally, I'd fix it up, and keep. Crystal is $180 at Rolex dealer; service for $400 by an independent. I assume the offer is below $600 of market value for a K.
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Old 15 November 2010, 07:13 PM   #13
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Be careful out there,the SD 16600 comes with a weird and scary power : once you sell it, you'll find yourself wanting it back !! I've been there and all the other SD owners I know have been there too,we all had to buy it back.
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Old 15 November 2010, 07:13 PM   #14
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Old 15 November 2010, 07:18 PM   #15
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