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Poohsan · 28 January 2008, 11:19 AM

It’s time to service my SS submariner. I expect that the service, polishing, and a replacement crystal will run around $700. I’ve also been looking for a previously loved TT Submariner. Maybe I should use this opportunity to trade in my SS towards a TT. I would love to keep the SS and purchase the TT, but recent changes at home will only allow for one Rolex at this time. Economically it makes scene to me but I am afraid the TT may not be my cup of tea.

Any thoughts to help me decide?

Thanks,
Arron

frostie · 28 January 2008, 11:23 AM

Well if you think that the TT will not be your cup of tea then stick with your sub. There is no reason to trade the watch if you thing that the TT watch will not make you happy

Good luck with your decision

Gerry · 28 January 2008, 11:32 AM

I think the SS Sub Date is a classic and if you're happy with it, keep it. If you absolutely love the TT and aren't too worried about scratches on the bracelet, then go for it. Rather than trade it in, I'd explore the option of selling it privately and using the proceeds towards the TT purchase. I think it would be more cost effective that way.

Poohsan · 28 January 2008, 11:32 AM

Maybe I said that wrong. I’m really drawing the TT. I originally was going to purchase a TT but decided on the SS instead. I love the gold and SS look. I’m sure I will like the TT.

But on the question of service vs. trade in has anyone else done this?

Poohsan · 28 January 2008, 11:36 AM

Before selling it privately I feel that I should have it serviced. But it’s a fine line between losing money if I do that. I figure if I trade it the AD or Jeweler will have it serviced on their own dime.

chevycorvette · 28 January 2008, 11:36 AM

service the sub and buy another tt sub.

+ $0.50

oldrolex · 28 January 2008, 11:46 AM

I would work with my AD. Figure they need to sell new watches to keep Rolex happy, ask for 10% off on the TT and ask for $3500 trade for yours. AD have new buyers looking to buy used watches from them, they will service your watch in house and everyone would be happy. my 2 cents

Alcan · 28 January 2008, 11:56 AM

Arron, go to your AD with your SS Sub on and try on the TT. If it's really what you want, you'll be $600 - $700 away from it if you get your current Sub serviced. You won't be able to recoup much of that on a sale or trade.

Perdu · 28 January 2008, 12:42 PM

One watch is not a bad strategy. Personally I love the TT.

GoldenBear · 28 January 2008, 12:45 PM

Buy the TT Sub and send the SS off for service. You'll have 2 great choices to wear. You'll have the best of both worlds. I have both. One day color, one day black and white...
P.S. I didn't see that price was a concern...I would upgrade the SS to the Sub (Blue). It is by far and away my favorite watch.

Mr. K · 28 January 2008, 02:01 PM

Keep the SS sub, it really is a true classic.

As for the the TT sub, I for one am waiting to see if they will ever give it the well deserved upgrades.

SPACE-DWELLER · 28 January 2008, 09:36 PM

I would just have the SS Sub Date serviced. Believe me, when you get it back from RSC you will be amazed by how new it looks. Just keep your Sub and enjoy it for another 5 years until next service is due, and then repeat the process.

28 January 2008, 11:19 AM	#1
Poohsan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Arron Location: phoenix, AZ Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 764	Service current SS Sub or trade towards TT Sub? It’s time to service my SS submariner. I expect that the service, polishing, and a replacement crystal will run around $700. I’ve also been looking for a previously loved TT Submariner. Maybe I should use this opportunity to trade in my SS towards a TT. I would love to keep the SS and purchase the TT, but recent changes at home will only allow for one Rolex at this time. Economically it makes scene to me but I am afraid the TT may not be my cup of tea. Any thoughts to help me decide? Thanks, Arron

28 January 2008, 11:23 AM	#2
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Well if you think that the TT will not be your cup of tea then stick with your sub. There is no reason to trade the watch if you thing that the TT watch will not make you happy Good luck with your decision __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

28 January 2008, 11:32 AM	#3
Gerry "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Melbourne, Aus. Watch: Z Series 16613 Posts: 887	I think the SS Sub Date is a classic and if you're happy with it, keep it. If you absolutely love the TT and aren't too worried about scratches on the bracelet, then go for it. Rather than trade it in, I'd explore the option of selling it privately and using the proceeds towards the TT purchase. I think it would be more cost effective that way. __________________

28 January 2008, 11:56 AM	#8
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Arron, go to your AD with your SS Sub on and try on the TT. If it's really what you want, you'll be $600 - $700 away from it if you get your current Sub serviced. You won't be able to recoup much of that on a sale or trade. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

28 January 2008, 12:42 PM	#9
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	One watch is not a bad strategy. Personally I love the TT. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

28 January 2008, 11:36 AM	#5
Poohsan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Arron Location: phoenix, AZ Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 764	Before selling it privately I feel that I should have it serviced. But it’s a fine line between losing money if I do that. I figure if I trade it the AD or Jeweler will have it serviced on their own dime.

28 January 2008, 11:36 AM	#6
chevycorvette "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: willie Location: pie hole Watch: still looking Posts: 924	service the sub and buy another tt sub. + $0.50

28 January 2008, 11:46 AM	#7
oldrolex Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: WI, USA Watch: DD Wanted Posts: 580	I would work with my AD. Figure they need to sell new watches to keep Rolex happy, ask for 10% off on the TT and ask for $3500 trade for yours. AD have new buyers looking to buy used watches from them, they will service your watch in house and everyone would be happy. my 2 cents

28 January 2008, 12:45 PM	#10
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	Buy the TT Sub and send the SS off for service. You'll have 2 great choices to wear. You'll have the best of both worlds. I have both. One day color, one day black and white... P.S. I didn't see that price was a concern...I would upgrade the SS to the Sub (Blue). It is by far and away my favorite watch. __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

28 January 2008, 02:01 PM	#11
Mr. K "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Mark Location: Seattle-ish Posts: 6,078	Keep the SS sub, it really is a true classic. As for the the TT sub, I for one am waiting to see if they will ever give it the well deserved upgrades.

28 January 2008, 09:36 PM	#12
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I would just have the SS Sub Date serviced. Believe me, when you get it back from RSC you will be amazed by how new it looks. Just keep your Sub and enjoy it for another 5 years until next service is due, and then repeat the process. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

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