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Dr.Mehr · 20 November 2018, 02:37 AM

One of my GMT’s (BLNR or CHNR) will sadly have to go. Surprisingly I have found a blue dial skydweller from an AD.

Unfortunately, I can not justify more than three watched so one of my GMT’s will have to go and my first watch, the LVc (Hulk sounds better) is there to stay.

I like them both the GMT’s very much but prefer personally the CHNR. The issue is that replacing the BLNR is extremely hard and it may also be discontinued.

The CHNR is a two tone. It’s an excellent piece but relatively new and I should be able to source one after a few years below MRSP due to it being a two tone.

So based on this I’m thinking of selling my CHNR and keeping the BLNR.

Do you think it’s the right choice ?

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HogwldFLTR · 20 November 2018, 02:40 AM

Not certain how easy the CHNR will be to get based on your premise. The watch seems of have broken the SS only barrier. Hey, set your rudder and sail your course; not much else to do.

ALF61 · 20 November 2018, 02:41 AM

I disagree. I would get rid of the BATMAN as after Basel it is highly likely that the new upgraded model will come out with the new dial and movement.

Selling the Batman you can realize a profit while selling the CHNR will probably set you back from what you paid. These things aside and after seeing both in person, the CHNR is the nicer watch.

Hard_Six · 20 November 2018, 02:44 AM

If you like the CHNR better, I would keep that one... Also, you might as well move the BLNR now while it's a hot commodity. I would think this would be the best time to unload it. If you don't prefer it, no sense in worrying about what it would take to acquire it later, right??

Good luck

yannis · 20 November 2018, 02:47 AM

This is a tough decision...

ferrissteve11 · 20 November 2018, 02:48 AM

I'd let the two-tone go, personally, I don't find the color scheme all that appealing. My .02 this Monday morning.

harvey · 20 November 2018, 02:50 AM

For the simple reason, the BLNR could see a new movement after Basel 2019. I would keep the CHNR.

Dr.Mehr · 20 November 2018, 02:56 AM

But isn’t it possible that the BLNR will get discontinued ?

mistercoach32 · 20 November 2018, 02:58 AM

If I were you, I'd keep the CHNR if that's the one I preferred. Simple as that. To me, a small premium whether paying or putting in my pocket isn’t worth having to likely reaquire a watch at a later time. Personally, the BLNR is one of the favorite watches I've owned so that's the one I'd keep. Plus, I'm not a TT guy.

zjd168 · 20 November 2018, 03:02 AM

I would do the same. CHNR is hot now because it's a new offer of this year. At the end of the day it is a still a modern TT period. Chances are good you can buy it back in a few years with better price (or at least the same if brought from AD) than today if you change your mind.

BLNR had better future.

However I also agree you should keep the one you like more if you are not convinced .

Pauln · 20 November 2018, 03:07 AM

I wouldn’t worry about future sourcing or availability. Just keep the watch you like and enjoy more.

For the Lulz · 20 November 2018, 03:09 AM

Flip a coin...

Heads the blue/black
Tails the root/beer.

----

See what your heart hopes it lands on... don't respect the result... but almost trick yourself into "OH I HOPE IT LANDS ON X"

Mystro · 20 November 2018, 03:14 AM

I would bet the CHNR is not going to be so easy to source, let alone at any discount as there are long lists for this new model and it’s selling way above msrp by our trusted sellers. I wouldn’t buy a new watch at this point. Being discontinued or getting a good discount is meaningless if you truely buy the watch you like and plan to wear.

Chrono_lando · 20 November 2018, 03:34 AM

From someone who recently had to do something similar...keep the watch you like most. I liked my SD50 better than my BLNR (larger wrist and it just fit me better). I had to sell one. I am so happy I kept the watch I liked more. Nice little profit on the BLNR too.

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j-watch · 20 November 2018, 03:37 AM

You have an LV, so you've got "Green" covered!

You are picking up a Blue Dial Sky Dweller....so now you'll have "Blue" covered!

Keep the CHNR, and you've got the "Black" covered!

That seems like the most logical way to go. Gives you a very nicely rounded collection as well with a lot of variety. This is what I'd do.

BTW, the CHNR looks great on your wrist!

Rentalcarman · 20 November 2018, 03:39 AM

BLNR bye bye!

Odie-r · 20 November 2018, 03:41 AM

New movement = keeps!

iwenger · 20 November 2018, 03:44 AM

Regardless of popularity, if you like the CHNR more then I’d say that’s the one you should keep. Wear what you like!

037 · 20 November 2018, 03:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr.Qadri

I like them both the GMT’s very much but prefer personally the CHNR.

There's your answer.

Keep what you like and forget the rest. The point isn't to own a watch based on what might happen but instead to own the watch that you enjoy wearing.

Rodolfo_4 · 20 November 2018, 03:50 AM

Life is now

Stop planning years ahead

Stay with what you like now (chnr )

You don’t need to get back to your starter pieces later on

You have to move on and progress, not step back

klenboy · 20 November 2018, 03:50 AM

I would keep the CHNR since this is what you prefer personally, as you mentioned.

BradSomrak · 20 November 2018, 03:52 AM

Keep the Root Beer, is my vote.

Roger Lococco · 20 November 2018, 03:52 AM

The BLNR looks nicer on your wrist and given your personal style

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ltmgeller · 20 November 2018, 03:53 AM

I agree with your thinking. Keep the BLNR.

Donnyal · 20 November 2018, 03:54 AM

2 tone no good mate, get rid

opawlows · 20 November 2018, 03:54 AM

Sell the BLNR as you've stated you prefer the CHNR.

Dr.Mehr · 20 November 2018, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by j-watch

You have an LV, so you've got "Green" covered!

You are picking up a Blue Dial Sky Dweller....so now you'll have "Blue" covered!

Keep the CHNR, and you've got the "Black" covered!

That seems like the most logical way to go. Gives you a very nicely rounded collection as well with a lot of variety. This is what I'd do.

BTW, the CHNR looks great on your wrist!

Almost convinced :)

Dr.Mehr · 20 November 2018, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

The BLNR looks nicer on your wrist and given your personal style

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Did you mean the CHNR looks nicer ?

capote · 20 November 2018, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 037

There's your answer.

Keep what you like and forget the rest. The point isn't to own a watch based on what might happen but instead to own the watch that you enjoy wearing.

RRKnight · 20 November 2018, 04:21 AM

I agree, CHNR have to go and will go down in value in the future because it's a TT.

20 November 2018, 02:37 AM	#1
Dr.Mehr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Europe Posts: 682	Having to choose between these two beauties... One of my GMT’s (BLNR or CHNR) will sadly have to go. Surprisingly I have found a blue dial skydweller from an AD. Unfortunately, I can not justify more than three watched so one of my GMT’s will have to go and my first watch, the LVc (Hulk sounds better) is there to stay. I like them both the GMT’s very much but prefer personally the CHNR. The issue is that replacing the BLNR is extremely hard and it may also be discontinued. The CHNR is a two tone. It’s an excellent piece but relatively new and I should be able to source one after a few years below MRSP due to it being a two tone. So based on this I’m thinking of selling my CHNR and keeping the BLNR. Do you think it’s the right choice ? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 November 2018, 02:40 AM	#2
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,694	Not certain how easy the CHNR will be to get based on your premise. The watch seems of have broken the SS only barrier. Hey, set your rudder and sail your course; not much else to do. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

20 November 2018, 02:47 AM	#5
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	This is a tough decision... __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

20 November 2018, 03:39 AM	#16
Rentalcarman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Alex Location: Maryland,usa Watch: None at the moment Posts: 1,174	BLNR bye bye! __________________ Nothing is as good as getting what we really want!! The value of something is determined by the price that we are willing to pay, not what someone says we should pay!!

20 November 2018, 03:41 AM	#17
Odie-r "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 4,452	New movement = keeps! __________________ @watchtheleftwrist

20 November 2018, 02:41 AM	#3
ALF61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Middle America Posts: 1,085	I disagree. I would get rid of the BATMAN as after Basel it is highly likely that the new upgraded model will come out with the new dial and movement. Selling the Batman you can realize a profit while selling the CHNR will probably set you back from what you paid. These things aside and after seeing both in person, the CHNR is the nicer watch.

20 November 2018, 02:44 AM	#4
Hard_Six "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Trey Location: Texas Watch: those three’s roll Posts: 3,036	If you like the CHNR better, I would keep that one... Also, you might as well move the BLNR now while it's a hot commodity. I would think this would be the best time to unload it. If you don't prefer it, no sense in worrying about what it would take to acquire it later, right?? Good luck

20 November 2018, 02:48 AM	#6
ferrissteve11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1,116	I'd let the two-tone go, personally, I don't find the color scheme all that appealing. My .02 this Monday morning.

20 November 2018, 02:50 AM	#7
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,437	For the simple reason, the BLNR could see a new movement after Basel 2019. I would keep the CHNR.

20 November 2018, 02:56 AM	#8
Dr.Mehr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Europe Posts: 682	But isn’t it possible that the BLNR will get discontinued ?

20 November 2018, 02:58 AM	#9
mistercoach32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Wisconsin Watch: SD43 Posts: 894	If I were you, I'd keep the CHNR if that's the one I preferred. Simple as that. To me, a small premium whether paying or putting in my pocket isn’t worth having to likely reaquire a watch at a later time. Personally, the BLNR is one of the favorite watches I've owned so that's the one I'd keep. Plus, I'm not a TT guy.

20 November 2018, 03:02 AM	#10
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	I would do the same. CHNR is hot now because it's a new offer of this year. At the end of the day it is a still a modern TT period. Chances are good you can buy it back in a few years with better price (or at least the same if brought from AD) than today if you change your mind. BLNR had better future. However I also agree you should keep the one you like more if you are not convinced .

20 November 2018, 03:07 AM	#11
Pauln "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Paul Location: Colorado Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,543	I wouldn’t worry about future sourcing or availability. Just keep the watch you like and enjoy more.

20 November 2018, 03:09 AM	#12
For the Lulz Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Simon Location: Transient Watch: DateJust 41 (soon) Posts: 21	Flip a coin... Heads the blue/black Tails the root/beer. ---- See what your heart hopes it lands on... don't respect the result... but almost trick yourself into "OH I HOPE IT LANDS ON X"

20 November 2018, 03:14 AM	#13
Mystro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 15,511	I would bet the CHNR is not going to be so easy to source, let alone at any discount as there are long lists for this new model and it’s selling way above msrp by our trusted sellers. I wouldn’t buy a new watch at this point. Being discontinued or getting a good discount is meaningless if you truely buy the watch you like and plan to wear.

20 November 2018, 03:34 AM	#14
Chrono_lando "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Atlanta Posts: 138	From someone who recently had to do something similar...keep the watch you like most. I liked my SD50 better than my BLNR (larger wrist and it just fit me better). I had to sell one. I am so happy I kept the watch I liked more. Nice little profit on the BLNR too. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 November 2018, 03:37 AM	#15
j-watch "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Joe Location: Wisconsin Watch: HULK, BLRO, 16523 Posts: 605	You have an LV, so you've got "Green" covered! You are picking up a Blue Dial Sky Dweller....so now you'll have "Blue" covered! Keep the CHNR, and you've got the "Black" covered! That seems like the most logical way to go. Gives you a very nicely rounded collection as well with a lot of variety. This is what I'd do. BTW, the CHNR looks great on your wrist!

20 November 2018, 03:44 AM	#18
iwenger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Isaac Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: Smorgasbord Posts: 242	Regardless of popularity, if you like the CHNR more then I’d say that’s the one you should keep. Wear what you like! __________________ ______________________ Tudor Black Bay Bronze, Omega Speedmaster Professional, Shinola Runwell Chrono, Rolex Ref. 8094 "Carré Galbé"

20 November 2018, 03:50 AM	#20
Rodolfo_4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Texas Posts: 148	Life is now Stop planning years ahead Stay with what you like now (chnr ) You don’t need to get back to your starter pieces later on You have to move on and progress, not step back

20 November 2018, 03:50 AM	#21
klenboy 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 834	I would keep the CHNR since this is what you prefer personally, as you mentioned.

20 November 2018, 03:52 AM	#22
BradSomrak "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Brad Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Posts: 567	Keep the Root Beer, is my vote.

20 November 2018, 03:52 AM	#23
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	Having to choose between these two beauties... The BLNR looks nicer on your wrist and given your personal style Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

20 November 2018, 03:53 AM	#24
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	I agree with your thinking. Keep the BLNR. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

20 November 2018, 03:54 AM	#25
Donnyal "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: London Watch: Submariner 116610 Posts: 175	2 tone no good mate, get rid

20 November 2018, 03:54 AM	#26
opawlows "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Earth Watch: Rolex/Tudor/PAM Posts: 1,272	Sell the BLNR as you've stated you prefer the CHNR.

20 November 2018, 04:21 AM	#30
RRKnight "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Toronto Posts: 405	I agree, CHNR have to go and will go down in value in the future because it's a TT.

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