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WWC · 27 June 2016, 06:57 PM

Lately, I've been having the urge of flipping my Daytona for a black AP 15400.

There's a fellow who's willing to do the trade with me provided I add $1,200 on top.

I would say both watches are in good condition and both come with papers and boxes.

1. Daytona for AP?
2. Is it a good deal?

Thoughts and reasons are highly appreciated. Thanks

MATCH1969 · 27 June 2016, 07:08 PM

2 different watches. AP is niçe but will lose value. Only if you need to trade to have AP.
Better solution is saving money and buy AP.later at a very good price.

Muzz · 27 June 2016, 08:02 PM

That is a decent price to be into an AP 15400 for. I would personally do that deal in a second.

Now if we are talking a 500c, no, I would absolutely never do that deal. (I know we are not talking that watch by the tread title).

belligero · 27 June 2016, 08:04 PM

Well, since you did ask for opinions...

The trade value seems fair, just be sure you're OK with getting something that obviously has a case and dial that are way too big for the movement, and seems to wear more like a manacle than a wristwatch. 15400s scuff easily, too. :D

Personally, I'd pass on that and keep my eye out for a nice 15300, or spend the worthwhile extra for a 15202.

HL65 · 27 June 2016, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by belligero

Well, since you did ask for opinions...

The trade value seems fair, just be sure you're OK with getting something that obviously has a case and dial that are way too big for the movement, and seems to wear more like a manacle than a wristwatch. 15400s scuff easily, too. :D

Personally, I'd pass on that and keep my eye out for a nice 15300, or spend the worthwhile extra for a 15202.

Agree

fskywalker · 27 June 2016, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by match1969

2 different watches. Ap is niçe but will lose value. Only if you need to trade to have ap.
Better solution is saving money and buy ap.later at a very good price.

x2

Cru Jones · 27 June 2016, 08:34 PM

i'd instead trade your explorer and tudor towards either a 15400 or 15300 (daytona + LVc + AP RO = great trio!).

BlueIn2Red · 27 June 2016, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by belligero

Well, since you did ask for opinions...

The trade value seems fair, just be sure you're OK with getting something that obviously has a case and dial that are way too big for the movement, and seems to wear more like a manacle than a wristwatch. 15400s scuff easily, too. :D

Personally, I'd pass on that and keep my eye out for a nice 15300, or spend the worthwhile extra for a 15202.

I'm happy with my manacle!

BawlaDK · 27 June 2016, 09:35 PM

You are getting fair value for your Daytona, so if you feel like trying the AP – Go for it. I would have also done the same in a heartbeat a few years back, just for the sake of trying it out… There are so many great watches out there.

agsstructures · 27 June 2016, 10:12 PM

I def would

beshannon · 27 June 2016, 10:18 PM

I would not do this especially after being asked to add cash to the deal

HL65 · 27 June 2016, 11:13 PM

It's actually a very fair deal FYI

BlueIn2Red · 27 June 2016, 11:16 PM

Agreed, financially it's a good deal. Only the OP can know if he wants to do it though. I certainly would!

sholzer · 27 June 2016, 11:31 PM

After trying on a 15400 this past weekend, I would in a heart beat.

1995akcoop · 27 June 2016, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

i'd instead trade your explorer and tudor towards either a 15400 or 15300 (daytona + LVc + AP RO = great trio!).

so tru!!!

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cabbleking · 27 June 2016, 11:48 PM

It's actually a cool deal .. Go for what makes you happy

WAK4 · 27 June 2016, 11:52 PM

Assuming both watches in great condition, similar age and warranty status, sounds fair on financial front.

Sounds like an AP itch you need to scratch. With the Daytona 116520 being discontinued it may not be so simple to go back to one without paying a premium. If you don't wear it or think you'd miss it, then do the deal. Otherwise, look to the suggestion to move the Exp and Tudor to fund a 15400 or 15300...and if you can stretch it, the 15202.

Etschell · 28 June 2016, 12:15 AM

I'd try for an ap diver instead

Ckci · 28 June 2016, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

I'd try for an ap diver instead

I'd definitely do the deal but I also prefer the diver which I'll now wear today.

subtona · 28 June 2016, 01:56 AM

Keep the daytona

jrs146 · 28 June 2016, 02:03 AM

I actually flipped a black dial daytona for a white dial 15400. I'm VERY happy with the trade. Personally, I think the size is fantastic.

evlkoala · 28 June 2016, 02:05 AM

yes I would

s14roller · 28 June 2016, 02:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MATCH1969

2 different watches. AP is niçe but will lose value. Only if you need to trade to have AP.
Better solution is saving money and buy AP.later at a very good price.

I don't see the 15400 prices moving around much nor do I expect 116520 prices moving around a lot, but that's just me.

OP - I have owned the 116520 and 15400 simultaneously, ended up keeping the 15400...

I do have the 116550 on order, however.

Lordofrolex · 28 June 2016, 02:26 AM

Daytona go anywhere between 9k-10k adding $1200 would put you at 10.2k-11.2k which both are below the going rates for the 15400. So if you really like the AP i would say do it.

agsstructures · 28 June 2016, 02:33 AM

Same with me. Ended up keeping the 15400 (black) with a white 116500 on order.

GB-man · 28 June 2016, 03:49 AM

It's a fair deal. Both parties are getting trade value imho.

Is the AP still under warranty? Ideally it would be even if for a short period in case any problems arise.

I would pull the trigger as I prefer the 15400 to the 116520.

Al1969 · 28 June 2016, 04:00 AM

To the OP, I say go for it. I tried on the "old" Daytona a few times and just didn't do it for me. Too small and hard to read anything on that dial. I did have a silver dial 15400, I traded for a diver. The 5400 is a beautiful watch, just didn't get enough wrist time. If I had to choose between the two, I'd go AP.

ippon90 · 28 June 2016, 04:02 AM

Id say keep the daytona

Tomas Eriksson · 28 June 2016, 04:12 AM

It's a fair deal, I say go AP!

Colina19 · 28 June 2016, 05:58 AM

I like that AP, that is as classy as watches come

27 June 2016, 06:57 PM	#1
WWC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Home Posts: 1,438	Flip my 116520 for 15400. Mistake? Lately, I've been having the urge of flipping my Daytona for a black AP 15400. There's a fellow who's willing to do the trade with me provided I add $1,200 on top. I would say both watches are in good condition and both come with papers and boxes. 1. Daytona for AP? 2. Is it a good deal? Thoughts and reasons are highly appreciated. Thanks __________________ Royal Oak 15500ST Master Calendar METEORITE Q1552540 \| Luminor GMT PAM 00335 Aquanaut 5167A-001 \| Nautilus 5712/1A-001 Cosmograph DAYTONA 116520 \| DEEPSEA 126660 \| Explorer 214270 \| GMT Master II BLRO 16710 \| GMT Master II VTNR 126720 \| Submariner LV 16610 \| Sky-Dweller 326139 \| Prince Oysterdate 90630

27 June 2016, 10:18 PM	#11
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I would not do this especially after being asked to add cash to the deal __________________ 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 June 2016, 11:13 PM	#12
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	It's actually a very fair deal FYI __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

28 June 2016, 12:15 AM	#18
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	I'd try for an ap diver instead __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

28 June 2016, 01:56 AM	#20
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,597	Keep the daytona __________________

27 June 2016, 07:08 PM	#2
MATCH1969 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: PARIS Watch: Vintage Posts: 2,761	2 different watches. AP is niçe but will lose value. Only if you need to trade to have AP. Better solution is saving money and buy AP.later at a very good price.

27 June 2016, 08:02 PM	#3
Muzz "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Steve Location: TO CAD, HCMC VN Watch: MP 18946 Posts: 7,292	That is a decent price to be into an AP 15400 for. I would personally do that deal in a second. Now if we are talking a 500c, no, I would absolutely never do that deal. (I know we are not talking that watch by the tread title).

27 June 2016, 08:04 PM	#4
belligero Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: EUR Posts: 487	Well, since you did ask for opinions... The trade value seems fair, just be sure you're OK with getting something that obviously has a case and dial that are way too big for the movement, and seems to wear more like a manacle than a wristwatch. 15400s scuff easily, too. :D Personally, I'd pass on that and keep my eye out for a nice 15300, or spend the worthwhile extra for a 15202.

27 June 2016, 08:34 PM	#7
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,298	i'd instead trade your explorer and tudor towards either a 15400 or 15300 (daytona + LVc + AP RO = great trio!).

27 June 2016, 09:35 PM	#9
BawlaDK "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Morten Location: Denmark Watch: 16800 Submariner Posts: 265	You are getting fair value for your Daytona, so if you feel like trying the AP – Go for it. I would have also done the same in a heartbeat a few years back, just for the sake of trying it out… There are so many great watches out there.

27 June 2016, 10:12 PM	#10
agsstructures 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,401	I def would

27 June 2016, 11:16 PM	#13
BlueIn2Red "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: UK Posts: 219	Agreed, financially it's a good deal. Only the OP can know if he wants to do it though. I certainly would!

27 June 2016, 11:31 PM	#14
sholzer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Stephen Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 158	After trying on a 15400 this past weekend, I would in a heart beat.

27 June 2016, 11:48 PM	#16
cabbleking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: usa Posts: 27	It's actually a cool deal .. Go for what makes you happy

27 June 2016, 11:52 PM	#17
WAK4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Bill Location: NJ Watch: Always changing Posts: 4,172	Assuming both watches in great condition, similar age and warranty status, sounds fair on financial front. Sounds like an AP itch you need to scratch. With the Daytona 116520 being discontinued it may not be so simple to go back to one without paying a premium. If you don't wear it or think you'd miss it, then do the deal. Otherwise, look to the suggestion to move the Exp and Tudor to fund a 15400 or 15300...and if you can stretch it, the 15202.

28 June 2016, 02:03 AM	#21
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	I actually flipped a black dial daytona for a white dial 15400. I'm VERY happy with the trade. Personally, I think the size is fantastic. Attached Images __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

28 June 2016, 02:05 AM	#22
evlkoala "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Sub Posts: 862	yes I would

28 June 2016, 02:26 AM	#24
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	Daytona go anywhere between 9k-10k adding $1200 would put you at 10.2k-11.2k which both are below the going rates for the 15400. So if you really like the AP i would say do it. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

28 June 2016, 02:33 AM	#25
agsstructures 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Brooklyn, NY Posts: 2,401	Same with me. Ended up keeping the 15400 (black) with a white 116500 on order.

28 June 2016, 03:49 AM	#26
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,355	It's a fair deal. Both parties are getting trade value imho. Is the AP still under warranty? Ideally it would be even if for a short period in case any problems arise. I would pull the trigger as I prefer the 15400 to the 116520. __________________

28 June 2016, 04:00 AM	#27
Al1969 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 6,640	To the OP, I say go for it. I tried on the "old" Daytona a few times and just didn't do it for me. Too small and hard to read anything on that dial. I did have a silver dial 15400, I traded for a diver. The 5400 is a beautiful watch, just didn't get enough wrist time. If I had to choose between the two, I'd go AP. __________________ WG SUB-116719 GMT MASTER II 126719

28 June 2016, 04:02 AM	#28
ippon90 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: In your heart Posts: 93	Id say keep the daytona

28 June 2016, 04:12 AM	#29
Tomas Eriksson "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Stockholm Watch: 15707CE Posts: 2,027	It's a fair deal, I say go AP! __________________ State of the union: 5066A,15400ST,15707CE,116610LN,26470OR and a few other…

28 June 2016, 05:58 AM	#30
Colina19 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Cooper City, FL Posts: 158	I like that AP, that is as classy as watches come

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