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xeal · 27 August 2015, 03:35 AM

What would you do?

I won't say that the smurf is unobtainable, however I will need some time to save up, with some other obligations at this time.

Rotating between my loved SS GMT, and 5711.
I enjoy both, however find the GMT a much more "fun" watch. I guess that is expected as it is more casual which suits my attire, and also a perfect mix of understated but still present, not to mention the durability.

The 5711 is absolutely stunning as well. Much more understated, but still a pleasure to wear, and looks incredible in a suit or business casual.

The smurf is incredible because of the blue. WG and being a much rarer Rolex is just a bonus for me. What attracts me the most is how beautiful the watch actually is in that flat blue dial.
I find that the 5711 is much much harder to come across, and I worry I will regret flipping it. Mine was bought BNIB, and was only worn by me, and that as many of you are aware is not easy to come by.

What would you do if you were me?

1AP · 27 August 2015, 03:37 AM

Keep the 5711, keep saving. I have a feeling by the time you'll have saved up you'll either really be sure you want it or move onto something else. For now though, being the only owner of the 5711 is where I would stay.

beshannon · 27 August 2015, 03:39 AM

I would keep my Patek

xeal · 27 August 2015, 03:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eli9

Keep the 5711, keep saving. I have a feeling by the time you'll have saved up you'll either really be sure you want it or move onto something else. For now though, being the only owner of the 5711 is where I would stay.

Was thinking this is the wiser of the two.
I would have sold it without a doubt if I did not enjoy wearing it.
I may enjoy the GMT more because it better fits my life style, but when I am dressed in business casual, or a suit, or any weekend occasion that doesn't involve too much booze, it is always the 5711 that I pick, and is a pleasure it wear all the time.

AS1 · 27 August 2015, 03:41 AM

Keep the Patek.

m j b · 27 August 2015, 03:41 AM

I'm always in favor of adding to the collection. Hence the term, "collection". :)

I only sell when I find that the watch has fallen out of rotation, and even then only to replace it with something else.

joli160 · 27 August 2015, 03:48 AM

Flip the PP, the WG Sub is stunning imho

travisb · 27 August 2015, 03:50 AM

Keep

landroverking · 27 August 2015, 03:51 AM

Keep the PP.

kilyung · 27 August 2015, 03:52 AM

Cheaper to save up for the 116619 than repurchase a 5711 later.

tkerrmd · 27 August 2015, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xeal

What would you do?

I won't say that the smurf is unobtainable, however I will need some time to save up, with some other obligations at this time.

Rotating between my loved SS GMT, and 5711.
I enjoy both, however find the GMT a much more "fun" watch. I guess that is expected as it is more casual which suits my attire, and also a perfect mix of understated but still present, not to mention the durability.

The 5711 is absolutely stunning as well. Much more understated, but still a pleasure to wear, and looks incredible in a suit or business casual.

The smurf is incredible because of the blue. WG and being a much rarer Rolex is just a bonus for me. What attracts me the most is how beautiful the watch actually is in that flat blue dial.
I find that the 5711 is much much harder to come across, and I worry I will regret flipping it. Mine was bought BNIB, and was only worn by me, and that as many of you are aware is not easy to come by.

What would you do if you were me?

well if this was ME, I would flip them both for the Smurf and be done. the Smurf is a do all, any where, any time watch. dress up or down it is perfect in every situation

so it would replace the Patek (and it is a stunning and beautiful SS watch) and for me also no need or desire to wear the SS GMT after you get that baby

my 2 cents and you asked

xeal · 27 August 2015, 03:59 AM

Thanks for the responses so far guys!

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

Cheaper to save up for the 116619 than repurchase a 5711 later.

Absolutely something I thought of as well.
If I had the smurf and 5711 both, I know that the smurf would get more wrist time because of my active life style and casual attire. I also know that the 5711 will definitely cross my mind and I will find myself looking to buy it again.

Seems like the sensible thing IS to save up for the smurf.

brandrea · 27 August 2015, 04:07 AM

If at all possible, save for,the 619 and keep the 5711.

xeal · 27 August 2015, 04:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

well if this was ME, I would flip them both for the Smurf and be done. the Smurf is a do all, any where, any time watch. dress up or down it is perfect in every situation

so it would replace the Patek (and it is a stunning and beautiful SS watch) and for me also no need or desire to wear the SS GMT after you get that baby

my 2 cents and you asked

Thank you for the response, and absolutely appreciate your and everyone's opinion.
Flipping the 5711 for the Smurf is an option. However ridding of the GMT is not.
I love it so much! I will also need a travel watch as I do go away at least once a month. I see your point about the smurf being able to cover all other aspects otherwise though.
Beautiful shot btw!

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

If at all possible, save for,the 619 and keep the 5711.

Is do-able. Will just take some time, but definitely an option.

Flex368 · 27 August 2015, 04:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xeal

Is do-able. Will just take some time, but definitely an option.

It´s the best option IMO.

RolexAuthority · 27 August 2015, 04:16 AM

Get the 5711 BLUE

Rolex addict · 27 August 2015, 04:33 AM

Save and buy the Smurf. I'm a big fan of adding, not selling.

jjnd08 · 27 August 2015, 04:39 AM

Save and buy the Smurf later. I think you will regret the flip.

You are just caught up in the moment. It happened a lot with me too when I first got into watches.

nick c · 27 August 2015, 04:44 AM

Keep the 5711

kilyung · 27 August 2015, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xeal

Absolutely something I thought of as well.
If I had the smurf and 5711 both, I know that the smurf would get more wrist time because of my active life style and casual attire. I also know that the 5711 will definitely cross my mind and I will find myself looking to buy it again.

Seems like the sensible thing IS to save up for the smurf.

I can speak from experience in saying that this is 100% true. The only solution is to own both.

red1108nyc · 27 August 2015, 04:46 AM

At the end, you will need both a PP and a PM Rolex in the collection to stop the itch.

MATCH1969 · 27 August 2015, 04:48 AM

Keep the PP

Vipes · 27 August 2015, 05:11 AM

I have both 5711 and Smurf. I've gotten a little bored of the Smurf but still love my 5711. Keep the 5711 and save up

AK797 · 27 August 2015, 05:23 AM

Save and then flip the GMTc for the Subc.

sco · 27 August 2015, 05:23 AM

I'm personally not a huge fan of PP, so I would flip!

jjnd08 · 27 August 2015, 05:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK797

Save and then flip the GMTc for the Subc.

I was just about to suggest this.

There will still be occasions you would want to wear the 5711. But I doubt there would be many occasions, if any, where you picked the BLNR over the Smurf.

ap1 · 27 August 2015, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red1108nyc

At the end, you will need both a PP and a PM Rolex in the collection to stop the itch.

Not a cure for me unfortunately. Maybe two of each is......3?

Danny83 · 27 August 2015, 05:37 AM

Keep saving ......

nyc2la · 27 August 2015, 05:44 AM

I thinking flipping is okay in some instances. Since you said you don't need to flip (albeit some time is needed), I would not in this case. Save and get the Smurf. It would be a fantastic TRIO! Good luck!

P.S. Assuming you add (i.e. not flip), you could always sell your 5711 down the road should it not be getting the wrist time you thought / hoped. It's a pretty "liquid" piece.

Sub/GMT · 27 August 2015, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tkerrmd

well if this was ME, I would flip them both for the Smurf and be done. the Smurf is a do all, any where, any time watch. dress up or down it is perfect in every situation

so it would replace the Patek (and it is a stunning and beautiful SS watch) and for me also no need or desire to wear the SS GMT after you get that baby

my 2 cents and you asked

I'm going with Tom here. It is not just that I own the 116619LB myself, but it gets more wrist time than my other watches. This one goes with everything. Of course you can save for it, that is up to you

27 August 2015, 03:35 AM	#1
xeal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: In a bubble Posts: 379	Flip PP 5711 for a WG Smurf, or keep saving and add? What would you do? I won't say that the smurf is unobtainable, however I will need some time to save up, with some other obligations at this time. Rotating between my loved SS GMT, and 5711. I enjoy both, however find the GMT a much more "fun" watch. I guess that is expected as it is more casual which suits my attire, and also a perfect mix of understated but still present, not to mention the durability. The 5711 is absolutely stunning as well. Much more understated, but still a pleasure to wear, and looks incredible in a suit or business casual. The smurf is incredible because of the blue. WG and being a much rarer Rolex is just a bonus for me. What attracts me the most is how beautiful the watch actually is in that flat blue dial. I find that the 5711 is much much harder to come across, and I worry I will regret flipping it. Mine was bought BNIB, and was only worn by me, and that as many of you are aware is not easy to come by. What would you do if you were me?

27 August 2015, 03:39 AM	#3
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I would keep my Patek __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

27 August 2015, 03:41 AM	#6
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,221	I'm always in favor of adding to the collection. Hence the term, "collection". :) I only sell when I find that the watch has fallen out of rotation, and even then only to replace it with something else. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

27 August 2015, 03:48 AM	#7
joli160 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: NL Watch: Yachtmaster Posts: 14,759	Flip the PP, the WG Sub is stunning imho __________________ Day Date 18238, Yachtmaster 16622, Deepsea 116660, Submariner 116619, SkyD 326935, DJ 178271, DJ 69158, Yachtmaster 169622, GMT 116713LN, GMT 126711.

27 August 2015, 04:39 AM	#18
jjnd08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: United States Posts: 8,615	Save and buy the Smurf later. I think you will regret the flip. You are just caught up in the moment. It happened a lot with me too when I first got into watches. __________________ ---------------------- Instagram: watchesandchickensandwiches

27 August 2015, 03:37 AM	#2
1AP "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: The North Posts: 264	Keep the 5711, keep saving. I have a feeling by the time you'll have saved up you'll either really be sure you want it or move onto something else. For now though, being the only owner of the 5711 is where I would stay.

27 August 2015, 03:41 AM	#5
AS1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: NYC / Milan Watch: 6263 Posts: 3,938	Keep the Patek.

27 August 2015, 03:50 AM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Keep

27 August 2015, 03:51 AM	#9
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Keep the PP.

27 August 2015, 03:52 AM	#10
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Cheaper to save up for the 116619 than repurchase a 5711 later.

27 August 2015, 04:07 AM	#13
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,097	If at all possible, save for,the 619 and keep the 5711.

27 August 2015, 04:16 AM	#16
RolexAuthority Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: London Posts: 1,233	Get the 5711 BLUE

27 August 2015, 04:33 AM	#17
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	Save and buy the Smurf. I'm a big fan of adding, not selling.

27 August 2015, 04:44 AM	#19
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Keep the 5711

27 August 2015, 04:46 AM	#21
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	At the end, you will need both a PP and a PM Rolex in the collection to stop the itch.

27 August 2015, 04:48 AM	#22
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	Keep the PP

27 August 2015, 05:11 AM	#23
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,913	I have both 5711 and Smurf. I've gotten a little bored of the Smurf but still love my 5711. Keep the 5711 and save up

27 August 2015, 05:23 AM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Save and then flip the GMTc for the Subc.

27 August 2015, 05:23 AM	#25
sco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Chicago Watch: Subc AT 8500 CSO Posts: 3,646	I'm personally not a huge fan of PP, so I would flip!

27 August 2015, 05:37 AM	#28
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Keep saving ......

27 August 2015, 05:44 AM	#29
nyc2la "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Stephen Location: Beach Watch: 16660 Posts: 9,424	I thinking flipping is okay in some instances. Since you said you don't need to flip (albeit some time is needed), I would not in this case. Save and get the Smurf. It would be a fantastic TRIO! Good luck! P.S. Assuming you add (i.e. not flip), you could always sell your 5711 down the road should it not be getting the wrist time you thought / hoped. It's a pretty "liquid" piece. Last edited by nyc2la; 27 August 2015 at 05:56 AM.. Reason: Added the P.S.

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