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japenney · 13 February 2016, 05:13 PM

It seems that the resale value on the BLNR is second to none right now. Do we expect this trend to continue like the SS Daytona. Or is it likely to fade with time down to a level similar to the black sub/GMT watches. Any insight on this matter would be helpful.

versatile1 · 13 February 2016, 05:41 PM

No crystal balls here!
Any answer will simply be a guess

superdog · 13 February 2016, 06:07 PM

Agree with Jeff. Just a guess.

However, imho, the Daytona was strategically held back at certain points to create more demand.

The blnr is readily available. I personally don't think it will be even close to the hype that surrounded the Daytona.

lamadoo · 13 February 2016, 06:11 PM

Its super hot hot in Australia, so hot that you would have to wait 2 years if buying at the AD. Buying a used one would command retail price ...

jon_jon · 15 February 2016, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by lamadoo

Its super hot hot in Australia, so hot that you would have to wait 2 years if buying at the AD. Buying a used one would command retail price ...

With the weak Aussie Dollar, it sees all the Rolex SS watches are hard to find in Australia, because all the tourists want to buy them while visiting Australia, LOL!

Muzz · 13 February 2016, 07:39 PM

I would suspect if a new GMT variance is released this year that may change quickly. However, it is still an incredible watch!!!!

JRT · 13 February 2016, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Muzz

I would suspect if a new GMT variance is released this year that may change quickly. However, it is still an incredible watch!!!!

Before Baselworld in each year after 2013 (BLNR launch year), full of rumors about GMT updates (wishlists) were widespread in many TRF threads and other watch forums as follows:

Before 2014 Baselworld - rumor: SS Pepsi-C;
Result: WG Pepsi-C.

Before 2015 Beselworld - rumor: SS Coke-C (and rootbeer..);
Result: nothing.

Before 2016 Beselworld - rumor: SS Blueberry C (and SS Coke-C, rootbeer,..);
Result: wait and see.

japenney · 13 February 2016, 09:04 PM

Was hype for the BLNR the same for the HULK? I am wondering if this is typical of new rolex models.

beshannon · 14 February 2016, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

It seems that the resale value on the BLNR is second to none right now. Do we expect this trend to continue like the SS Daytona. Or is it likely to fade with time down to a level similar to the black sub/GMT watches. Any insight on this matter would be helpful.

travisb · 14 February 2016, 12:27 AM

Only time will tell but three years and still running strong in the secondary market.

watchwatcher · 15 February 2016, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by travisb

Only time will tell but three years and still running strong in the secondary market.

I know, right?

Boaters · 14 February 2016, 03:19 AM

Can't wait to see what happens at Baselwood

ap1 · 14 February 2016, 03:28 AM

I don't get the blueberry rumors. Rolex ain't omega, why would they get in the way of a good thing so soon after success on blnr.

T. Ferguson · 14 February 2016, 03:44 AM

If the BLNR is indeed discontinued this year (not at all certain, but it has been suggested as a possibility) then I'd assume you could expect resale to hold quite nicely.

Mr. K · 14 February 2016, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

If the BLNR is indeed discontinued this year (not at all certain, but it has been suggested as a possibility) then I'd assume you could expect resale to hold quite nicely.

If it were discontinued this year, then I will kick myself for not putting it on my short list sooner.

T. Ferguson · 14 February 2016, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ap1

I don't get the blueberry rumors. Rolex ain't omega, why would they get in the way of a good thing so soon after success on blnr.

That would be my thoughts as well. But Phillipp posted some very interesting pictures that looked quite corporate. They included every GMT reference and had a Blueberry but no BLNR. One thing I've learned is to never bet on what Rolex might do. It would seem a strange thing to do given the BLNR is such a hit. But think about this - if the Blueberry does well in it's place then Rolex hasn't lost any revenue at all. And on top of that people will probably be fighting over the new model figuring there is potential that it too might become a short run "collectible" in a couple of years. It wouldn't surprise me if the MSRP of a new Blueberry reference was more than the BLNR either. That would be very clever.

Frankly I don't see them discontinuing the BLNR either, but I certainly wouldn't want to bet the mortgage payment on it.

bdex75 · 14 February 2016, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

That would be my thoughts as well. But Phillipp posted some very interesting pictures that looked quite corporate. They included every GMT reference and had a Blueberry but no BLNR. One thing I've learned is to never bet on what Rolex might do. It would seem a strange thing to do given the BLNR is such a hit. But think about this - if the Blueberry does well in it's place then Rolex hasn't lost any revenue at all. And on top of that people will probably be fighting over the new model figuring there is potential that it too might become a short run "collectible" in a couple of years. It wouldn't surprise me if the MSRP of a new Blueberry reference was more than the BLNR either. That would be very clever.

Frankly I don't see them discontinuing the BLNR either, but I certainly wouldn't want to bet the mortgage payment on it.

This one. And Phillipp is very rarely wrong, but not saying there isn't another page to this.

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Randy · 15 February 2016, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by T. Ferguson

If the BLNR is indeed discontinued this year (not at all certain, but it has been suggested as a possibility) then I'd assume you could expect resale to hold quite nicely.

BLNR will not be discontinued.

swils8610 · 14 February 2016, 11:18 AM

They won't discontinue the BLNR. It's hot as fire. Some regions have a waiting list. Now if they come back with a Coke!!!

AU_911tt · 14 February 2016, 11:30 AM

As hot as the BLNR is, there certainly is not shortage of them being flipped in the pre-owned market. Seems many people buy and flip it within a year or so afterwards.

matbaj · 15 February 2016, 11:05 AM

Its always a gamble, since now rolex makes million watches a year I doubt they ever be rare and sought after in future. Buy the watch you like not for other people.

Spartacus · 15 February 2016, 11:12 AM

SS Coke will put the blnr in LN territory - not likely, but it would be nice to see the pengilum swing to a different model in 16', blnr has gone full
Rolex wis cycle, early stage hate of the blue hue to mass appeal, graduating to hulk status - what is next Rolex?

LVSubmariner · 15 February 2016, 11:14 AM

Wait and see..

13 February 2016, 05:13 PM	#1
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	BLNR resale value question :) It seems that the resale value on the BLNR is second to none right now. Do we expect this trend to continue like the SS Daytona. Or is it likely to fade with time down to a level similar to the black sub/GMT watches. Any insight on this matter would be helpful.

13 February 2016, 05:41 PM	#2
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13 February 2016, 06:07 PM	#3
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,833	Agree with Jeff. Just a guess. However, imho, the Daytona was strategically held back at certain points to create more demand. The blnr is readily available. I personally don't think it will be even close to the hype that surrounded the Daytona. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

14 February 2016, 03:44 AM	#14
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	If the BLNR is indeed discontinued this year (not at all certain, but it has been suggested as a possibility) then I'd assume you could expect resale to hold quite nicely. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

13 February 2016, 06:11 PM	#4
lamadoo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Sydney Posts: 61	Its super hot hot in Australia, so hot that you would have to wait 2 years if buying at the AD. Buying a used one would command retail price ...

13 February 2016, 07:39 PM	#6
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	I would suspect if a new GMT variance is released this year that may change quickly. However, it is still an incredible watch!!!!

13 February 2016, 09:04 PM	#8
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Was hype for the BLNR the same for the HULK? I am wondering if this is typical of new rolex models.

14 February 2016, 12:27 AM	#10
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	Only time will tell but three years and still running strong in the secondary market.

14 February 2016, 03:19 AM	#12
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Can't wait to see what happens at Baselwood

14 February 2016, 03:28 AM	#13
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,536	I don't get the blueberry rumors. Rolex ain't omega, why would they get in the way of a good thing so soon after success on blnr.

14 February 2016, 11:18 AM	#19
swils8610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,210	They won't discontinue the BLNR. It's hot as fire. Some regions have a waiting list. Now if they come back with a Coke!!!

14 February 2016, 11:30 AM	#20
AU_911tt ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Chase Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 20,525	As hot as the BLNR is, there certainly is not shortage of them being flipped in the pre-owned market. Seems many people buy and flip it within a year or so afterwards.

15 February 2016, 11:05 AM	#21
matbaj "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mat Location: UK Watch: 114060 & 5167 Posts: 277	Its always a gamble, since now rolex makes million watches a year I doubt they ever be rare and sought after in future. Buy the watch you like not for other people.

15 February 2016, 11:12 AM	#22
Spartacus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: DC Watch: Daytona Posts: 2,745	SS Coke will put the blnr in LN territory - not likely, but it would be nice to see the pengilum swing to a different model in 16', blnr has gone full Rolex wis cycle, early stage hate of the blue hue to mass appeal, graduating to hulk status - what is next Rolex?

15 February 2016, 11:14 AM	#23
LVSubmariner Banned Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 411	Wait and see..

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