Help Me Think This Through

[ufboy73]

so, i have been in constant self deliberations over which model to pick up as my first AP - vascillating between the Schumi Ti and the FC GP.

there are significant aspects i love about each - so much so that ive really found it impossible to choose.

i have concluded that, ultimately, i will want (need) both of these - my concern now is in which order to get them.

i really dislike purchasing pre-owned and worn, thus any purchase would need to be NIB (preferrably, still through an AD or other dealer). i can get either in this condition now but later on, when time to pick up the one not chosen now, im not so sure what availability (and, i guess, to some extent pricing) will be like between the two models.

we dont have crystal balls but, given the above considerations, which would you advise picking up now, which will be easier to source NIB down the rowd, etc. part of me thinks the GP will be harder to source new later on, given its much older...but there are significantly less Schumi's than GP's.

i fear thinking this through is the only way im ever going to pull the trigger on one of these.

thanks!

[exiger77]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

so, i have been in constant self deliberations over which model to pick up as my first AP - vascillating between the Schumi Ti and the FC GP.

there are significant aspects i love about each - so much so that ive really found it impossible to choose.

i have concluded that, ultimately, i will want (need) both of these - my concern now is in which order to get them.

i really dislike purchasing pre-owned and worn, thus any purchase would need to be NIB (preferrably, still through an AD or other dealer). i can get either in this condition now but later on, when time to pick up the one not chosen now, im not so sure what availability (and, i guess, to some extent pricing) will be like between the two models.

we dont have crystal balls but, given the above considerations, which would you advise picking up now, which will be easier to source NIB down the rowd, etc. part of me thinks the GP will be harder to source new later on, given its much older...but there are significantly less Schumi's than GP's.

i fear thinking this through is the only way im ever going to pull the trigger on one of these.

thanks!

I got the Scumi then the FC GP. That solves my headache.. Got what I most wanted.. No more headaches..

[texex91]

Schumi Ti hands down.

[Manofsteelpt]

GP now if you found a BNIB, as I think they will be harder to source as they get even older. Also, as for the Schumi, maybe the price will go down in time. The GP has settled into its price.

[Soly20]

If you really want to get both then start with the GPC, since it's harder to get BNIB.

[kilyung]

Schumi first

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Schumi first

whats your thought, mike? more versatile, as a first AP?

[mb23]

I think you are dreaming of AP's :)

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by mb23

I think you are dreaming of AP's :)

what makes you think that???

[AK797]

You're all wet.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

whats your thought, mike? more versatile, as a first AP?

It's harder to find at the moment so I'd get it if you can.

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by AK797

You're all wet.

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by kilyung

It's harder to find at the moment so I'd get it if you can.

are there that many NIB GP's out there?

[FeelingTheBlues]

Schumi all day, anyday! I just happen to prefer it to the GP so if you want both I'd say start with the one I prefer...

[ufboy73]

so, the plot thickens a bit...original dilemna was Schumi or GP - but happened to stop by my local AD and tried on a Platinum DDII...i have no watch like that (i.e. no precious metal, nothing as 'dressy' as a DDII, etc.).

so, now im curious what you guys think about:

- picking up a first AP, in the form of a Schumi Ti or FC GP

OR

- picking up a first precious metal watch, in the form of a Rolex DDII w/ Ice Blue dial (no diamond, though i know you prefer that variant :))

two (or three) totally different watches but torn by all of them, as i am picking something up notable for myself as a 40th bday present.

i know this is the AP part of the forum but i think most of you guys play over in the rolex sandbox too! :)

[QueueCumber]

Ti vs. GP, and now DD? If you don't know what you want, don't buy anything.

[ufboy73]

a fair point, possible to be tempted by many, right?

[texex91]

My opinion won't change. See my post above. Schumi period. DD?? Um, no.

[QueueCumber]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

a fair point, possible to be tempted by many, right?

It seems like you are all over the place now. Ti vs GP is one thing, but then DD is left field. It sounds like you don't know what you want. Buying something when you don't know what you want seems like a bad idea.

Personally, I would do the Schumi Ti over any of the options. It is a very special piece and way more limited in production than the GP, while the Rolex isn't limited at all.

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by QueueCumber

It seems like you are all over the place now. Ti vs GP is one thing, but then DD is left field. It sounds like you don't know what you want. Buying something when you don't know what you want seems like a bad idea.

Personally, I would do the Schumi Ti over any of the options. It is a very special piece and way more limited in production than the GP, while the Rolex isn't limited at all.

no, i get you - they are cery different watches, all three of them.

the GP i had wanted for a while, before the Schumi was released. i was able to see the Schumi in person and it was amazing.

subsequent to that, i was abe to see a DD II for an extended time and it was also stunning.

i think part of my indecision is that though they are very different watches, they both would fill some different gaps in my current watch rotation and, hence, are both very desirable in their own right and either would be ewsily worn, extensively.

i do appreciate your caution QC.

[ufboy73]

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[masterserg]

Schumi, by far. Gorgeous!!

[Lamkyle]

Schumi, maybe then RG version will satisfy u if u want precious metal

[Andrés G]

Schumi Ti would be my first choice.

[AK797]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

- picking up a first AP, in the form of a Schumi Ti or FC GP

OR

- picking up a first precious metal watch, in the form of a Rolex DDII w/ Ice Blue dial (no diamond, though i know you prefer that variant :))

I understand your dilemma, every week I come up with a new watch that challenges my plans but the trick is to give it some time and see if you still prefer the new watch in a months time. If not then your original choice was probably right for you.

Ideally combining AP and precious metal may be your best bet, ROO or ROC, it certainly was for me

[QueueCumber]

I do think some pieces like the Ti may not be around NIB for too much longer...

[ufboy73]

Originally Posted by QueueCumber

I do think some pieces like the Ti may not be around NIB for too much longer...

THAT is exactly the problem - under normal circumstances, i would wait it out and see, over time, what the heart really wants.

but the two front runners are both limited editions - and i have been debating for several weeks already.

though i really really like the DD, the fact it can be had anytime down the road should probably be heavily considered.

[kilyung]

I'm a simple guy so I like simple watches. Of the three the DD2 is the cleanest/simplest and thus my pick. I love platinum. Maybe a platinum AP would work for you?

[ufboy73]

i DO love the AP blue (in the Schumi and Novelty) - but those are serious chunks of metal and change! lol

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by ufboy73

i DO love the AP blue (in the Schumi and Novelty) - but those are serious chunks of metal and change! lol

The weight of precious metals is addicting. Maybe a gold Schumi would work?