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SubCfan · 24 September 2016, 12:23 AM

I have a V serial Milgauss GV mint condition. Question is, do I throw 3grand on top of it and get a seadweller 116600 OR...... keep the GV and spend around $3500 on a white explorer late 90's early 2000's and have TWO watches??????
Awww, decisions

decisions!

RW16610 · 24 September 2016, 12:27 AM

I have an Explorer II that can't be sold, even when I tried in the past lol. If you want the Sea-Dweller bad enough you're not crazy for considering. But two of those watches would be sweet!

rmlovett1 · 24 September 2016, 12:28 AM

2 is, most of the time, better than 1. But....(IMHO) in this case(116600)..I'd go with just THAT one!

awesome watch! Then I'd build from there.

datejust24 · 24 September 2016, 12:29 AM

$3k AND your GV? Not a snowballs chance in hell would I do that...

r8t3d_M · 24 September 2016, 12:34 AM

Personally I would keep the Milgauss and purchase the Explorer outright if it's the next watch you truly want.

watchwatcher · 24 September 2016, 01:20 AM

Two can be better than one...but, it depends on which two and which one.

To answer your question, it would depend on which watch(es) you want. If you don't care for the GV anymore, than flip away. I think you could find a better deal than the one you've listed, however.

douglasf13 · 24 September 2016, 01:53 AM

I love being a single Rolex wearer. One of the main things that I like about Rolex watches is that they're versatile, which allows for being a single watch guy.

As usual, here's a link to the article I frequently post: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/op...-one-watch-guy

AK797 · 24 September 2016, 02:01 AM

I'd get the SD but would push on price.

tifosi · 24 September 2016, 02:03 AM

One of something you really want is better than 2 of something you kinda want.

rebel_1 · 24 September 2016, 02:08 AM

I'm not a Milgaus fan, so I'd say do it if the money makes since. I'm also in the camp of two are better than one, except that one is better than those two IMHO.

Ferdelious · 24 September 2016, 02:56 AM

Sea Dweller over those 2, no doubt.

nobbylon · 24 September 2016, 02:59 AM

I'm in the single watch 'buy and wear the one you really want' camp.

the0thrdude · 24 September 2016, 03:04 AM

I'm noticing alot of threads about either getting rid of their Milgauss or selling some watches to get one...

Gerardus · 24 September 2016, 03:06 AM

Two for me!

kennethcooke · 24 September 2016, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SubCfan

I have a V serial Milgauss GV mint condition. Question is, do I throw 3grand on top of it and get a seadweller 116600 OR...... keep the GV and spend around $3500 on a white explorer late 90's early 2000's and have TWO watches??????
Awww, decisions

decisions!

I have a Rolex Sub no date and a Jaeger Le coultre Reverso Duo Time so I feel that covers all my options. I am not a collector or wish to be, I appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into producing a fine timepiece and as such take pleasure in wearing the brands that I respect

The Libertine · 24 September 2016, 03:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tifosi

One of something you really want is better than 2 of something you kinda want.

I agree; however, nice to have a second Rolex both for variety and when the other is in service!

wuyeah · 24 September 2016, 04:00 AM

Usually I support buy one that you really want but, the two you mention are 2 great Rolex. I these two will make me happier than one. I am not you so I can't speak for your heart.

porschedude · 24 September 2016, 04:42 AM

Keep what you have and build a collection would be my advice! Two is much more fun than one!

douglasf13 · 24 September 2016, 05:08 AM

I'm personally always a little surprised to see collectors in these forums with numerous Rolex watches, when they could pare the collection down and invest in some actual haute horology pieces, but to each his/her own. If I had two or three steel Rolex watches, swapping for an Aquanaut would be very tempting.

Rolex addict · 24 September 2016, 05:27 AM

I would say get two....or nine.

Lex_Ordo · 24 September 2016, 08:15 AM

Which one do you really want?
If you have the funds, buy the second. If not think about the long term, and use that to decide what you want on your wrist in a year...Five years.

Are you a one watch wearer, or do you like to have a variety of styles?

I started with a Tudor Sub. Had it for years. Wanted a Pepsi GMT II, and Kept the Tudor to compliment my Pepsi. Then sold the Tudor some years later to fund another Rolex.
I still have the Pepsi, and I am not disappointed with that decision.
I now can wear a different watch when I choose, and not be stuck with only one.

osamu · 24 September 2016, 08:33 AM

I have a Milgauss GV and a 16570 EXII but in black. Great combo and fits almost all my needs as both sport and dress watches. Definitely not the typical "Rolex", and that's the way I like it. The 16570 is my favorite Rolex sports model. I'll admit the GV doesn't get nearly as much wear time as it should.

I got the GV as a gift so I didn't really have the option you have, and if the 116600 is the one you want, I say go for it.

SkyKing31 · 24 September 2016, 08:50 AM

Probably better to have 2 because you can always change watches when you want to try something a little different .. Personally, I don't think having 2 or even 12 can ever be a bad idea.

aekdb · 24 September 2016, 09:00 AM

I personally would go with 2. I am assuming you like the milgauss since it is currently your one and only and the explorer II is a very versatile good choice.

But, if the seadweller is what you want go for it.

24 September 2016, 12:23 AM	#1
SubCfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: U.S. Posts: 90	Two Rolex's or one? I have a V serial Milgauss GV mint condition. Question is, do I throw 3grand on top of it and get a seadweller 116600 OR...... keep the GV and spend around $3500 on a white explorer late 90's early 2000's and have TWO watches?????? Awww, decisions decisions!

24 September 2016, 02:03 AM	#9
tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	One of something you really want is better than 2 of something you kinda want. __________________ Russ

24 September 2016, 02:08 AM	#10
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	I'm not a Milgaus fan, so I'd say do it if the money makes since. I'm also in the camp of two are better than one, except that one is better than those two IMHO. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

24 September 2016, 02:56 AM	#11
Ferdelious 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Matt Location: Tampa, FL Watch: Hulk/SD4K/SeaQ/P39 Posts: 3,203	Sea Dweller over those 2, no doubt. __________________ Why is it, "A penny for your thoughts," but, "you have to put your two cents in?" Somebody's making a penny.

24 September 2016, 03:06 AM	#14
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,142	Two for me! __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

24 September 2016, 12:27 AM	#2
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,202	I have an Explorer II that can't be sold, even when I tried in the past lol. If you want the Sea-Dweller bad enough you're not crazy for considering. But two of those watches would be sweet!

24 September 2016, 12:28 AM	#3
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	2 is, most of the time, better than 1. But....(IMHO) in this case(116600)..I'd go with just THAT one! awesome watch! Then I'd build from there.

24 September 2016, 12:29 AM	#4
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	$3k AND your GV? Not a snowballs chance in hell would I do that...

24 September 2016, 12:34 AM	#5
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	Personally I would keep the Milgauss and purchase the Explorer outright if it's the next watch you truly want.

24 September 2016, 01:20 AM	#6
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,044	Two can be better than one...but, it depends on which two and which one. To answer your question, it would depend on which watch(es) you want. If you don't care for the GV anymore, than flip away. I think you could find a better deal than the one you've listed, however.

24 September 2016, 01:53 AM	#7
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	I love being a single Rolex wearer. One of the main things that I like about Rolex watches is that they're versatile, which allows for being a single watch guy. As usual, here's a link to the article I frequently post: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/op...-one-watch-guy

24 September 2016, 02:01 AM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	I'd get the SD but would push on price.

24 September 2016, 02:59 AM	#12
nobbylon Banned Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Nederlands Watch: DSSD Posts: 365	I'm in the single watch 'buy and wear the one you really want' camp.

24 September 2016, 03:04 AM	#13
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	I'm noticing alot of threads about either getting rid of their Milgauss or selling some watches to get one...

24 September 2016, 04:00 AM	#17
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	Usually I support buy one that you really want but, the two you mention are 2 great Rolex. I these two will make me happier than one. I am not you so I can't speak for your heart.

24 September 2016, 04:42 AM	#18
porschedude "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Watch: 116610LV Posts: 1,207	Keep what you have and build a collection would be my advice! Two is much more fun than one!

24 September 2016, 05:08 AM	#19
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,622	I'm personally always a little surprised to see collectors in these forums with numerous Rolex watches, when they could pare the collection down and invest in some actual haute horology pieces, but to each his/her own. If I had two or three steel Rolex watches, swapping for an Aquanaut would be very tempting.

24 September 2016, 05:27 AM	#20
Rolex addict Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: The Enabler Location: South Cackalacky Watch: me crash my bike Posts: 5,564	I would say get two....or nine.

24 September 2016, 08:15 AM	#21
Lex_Ordo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NY, USA Posts: 298	Which one do you really want? If you have the funds, buy the second. If not think about the long term, and use that to decide what you want on your wrist in a year...Five years. Are you a one watch wearer, or do you like to have a variety of styles? I started with a Tudor Sub. Had it for years. Wanted a Pepsi GMT II, and Kept the Tudor to compliment my Pepsi. Then sold the Tudor some years later to fund another Rolex. I still have the Pepsi, and I am not disappointed with that decision. I now can wear a different watch when I choose, and not be stuck with only one.

24 September 2016, 08:33 AM	#22
osamu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Honolulu Posts: 1,322	I have a Milgauss GV and a 16570 EXII but in black. Great combo and fits almost all my needs as both sport and dress watches. Definitely not the typical "Rolex", and that's the way I like it. The 16570 is my favorite Rolex sports model. I'll admit the GV doesn't get nearly as much wear time as it should. I got the GV as a gift so I didn't really have the option you have, and if the 116600 is the one you want, I say go for it.

24 September 2016, 08:50 AM	#23
SkyKing31 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Manalapan Florida Watch: Tridor Masterpiece Posts: 2,819	Probably better to have 2 because you can always change watches when you want to try something a little different .. Personally, I don't think having 2 or even 12 can ever be a bad idea.

24 September 2016, 09:00 AM	#24
aekdb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: MS Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,315	I personally would go with 2. I am assuming you like the milgauss since it is currently your one and only and the explorer II is a very versatile good choice. But, if the seadweller is what you want go for it.

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