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tl123 · 30 October 2022, 06:29 AM

Hey guys, here I am again. So.. I did make the trade I mentioned three months ago (recap: I started a thread about whether should I trade my OP+old BLNR for a BNIB Black Daytona 116500LN). Despite the fact that most people who replied to me were telling not to do so, but goddamn i was so in love with that Daytona so I went all-in. However, after I actually received the watch and held it in my hand, I suddenly started to question my own decision. All kinds of question started to bother me, like the PCL links got easily scratched, not having a watch with date window, or wearing a same watch everyday makes your passion fades away quickly (even it was your grail), etc.

Luckily, my AD didn't let me down. As I mentioned that I was waiting for the Rootbeer from my AD, one month ago, they, instead of delivering the Rootbeer itself, offered my the Black Sub W/ date. I drove to my AD the second I receive the text message.

God, it felt so good to have two watches. One for daily commute, and one for special occasions. With the second watch, I'm not gonna be worried about adding another scratch to my Daytona, and seeing two watches in my winding box is way more satisfying than having that Daytona alone.

The reason im writing this post is that, I want people who are struggling about the same thing, trading-in their old watches, to think twice. Do not make impulsive decision and treat your old friends nicely. NGL, I missed my old GMT till this vey moment, for me, it is a watch full with memories, and I regret trading it. If you can, save up for the new one! There is always gonna be a new grail piece for you, but all the new ones look the same. What only belongs to you uniquely is the one that carries your memories aka. scratches.

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KatGirl · 30 October 2022, 06:37 AM

I can’t relate. I own 75 watches, though only 2 are Rolexes. Glad you got a Sub, though. Still my favorite….

Kat

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HogwldFLTR · 30 October 2022, 06:43 AM

Congratulations, a great pair!!!

For what it's worth, I've really only regretted one trade which was an OP36 for a 114060 (I already had a 14060). I ended up trading away the 114060 and missed the OP.

kieselguhr · 30 October 2022, 06:46 AM

Congratulations on the new sub. You could always buy another BLNR. Now if it was a significant watch i.e. an heirloom or other significant piece that would be a problem!

Benzsiam · 30 October 2022, 06:48 AM

The next one you need is Rootbeer to add some color in your collection.

To Kat (KatGirl): Wow, 75 watches, I would love to see your collection.

stark1 · 30 October 2022, 11:50 AM

Thanks for sharing your experience. You'll inevitably build great memories with your new pair. Live and learn as we all make rash emotional decisions with this silly hobby from time to time.

fskywalker · 30 October 2022, 01:07 PM

Nice pair OP

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landroverking · 30 October 2022, 01:22 PM

I’m on my 3rd Daytona.
Only my vintage one from 1983 was a daily wear.
Just can’t warm up to the new models and worry about wearing a $25K watch.
Thinking about flipping the Daytona for a couple of sport models.

WatchGuy1966 · 30 October 2022, 03:36 PM

Cool duo

KY.. · 30 October 2022, 03:57 PM

Congrats on your duo.
I haven’t felt your pain quite as much, but I did sell my 16613 bluesy years ago to acquire an AP 25594.
I regretted giving up the bluesy and later acquired another one.
But both are proudly in the family today and there are no plans to put them up for adoption anytime soon.

omar-rye · 30 October 2022, 04:46 PM

A BLNR and OP blue dial for a Daytona is a fair trade for you in my opinion

eespi003 · 30 October 2022, 05:46 PM

Fair trade if you ask me.

hello93 · 30 October 2022, 06:06 PM

It appears you've made the wrong decision since you're scared to scratch it and you'll get sick of it by wearing it too much. JUST WEAR IT. You'll get one scratch after another and eventually you'll forget about the scratches from actually enjoy wearing it

Harry-57 · 30 October 2022, 07:39 PM

We learn more from our mistakes than our successes. But you've ended up in a good place, if a different one. Congratulations.

Redsub71 · 30 October 2022, 09:08 PM

I don't like it, too much black, bezel, dial, no way. Then, the ceramic a restyling of 116520.

travisb · 30 October 2022, 09:15 PM

That's a great pair! Congrats on adding the Sub!

brandrea · 30 October 2022, 09:20 PM

Congratulations on the Submariner.

I can’t remember… did you try on the Daytona before deciding you were going to trade the OP and the BLNR?

Regardless, I agree with you …

1. It’s always better to add first, consolidate later.
2. There is no such thing as a grail watch.

rmlovett1 · 30 October 2022, 09:27 PM

Two is definitely better than one IMO. Congratulations on the new Sub!

IR201 · 30 October 2022, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations on the Submariner.

I can’t remember… did you try on the Daytona before deciding you were going to trade the OP and the BLNR?

Regardless, I agree with you …

1. It’s always better to add first, consolidate later.
2. There is no such thing as a grail watch.

Even better to add first, tell yourself you’ll then consolidate, break promise to yourself and keep all

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brandrea · 30 October 2022, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IR201

Even better to add first, tell yourself you’ll then consolidate, break promise to yourself and keep all

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So true, I noticed that happens alot

Worse yet is this:

Add, consolidate, and buy the exact same watch back after you decided to consolidate

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1William · 30 October 2022, 10:11 PM

Nice watches. Regret is something that can be human nature but you made a decision and got a great watch in return for your trades. Be good with that and enjoy what you have. Scratches come and go as does the fear of damaging a watch. That well worn but taken care of look is always one of my favorites. Don't over think it, just enjoy what you have. Congratulations.

IR201 · 30 October 2022, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

So true, I noticed that happens alot

Worse yet is this:

Add, consolidate, and buy the exact same watch back after you decided to consolidate

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exactly right!

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rolexjackson · 30 October 2022, 10:28 PM

I believe it’s better to regret something you did, rather than regretting something you didn’t do. Congratulations on your two pieces they are beautiful!

Onequik135i · 30 October 2022, 11:00 PM

They look great together, your rotation is starting to resemble mine (all black dials). Definitely add a CHNR or colorful GMT to the pair at some point. That’s my intention too if I ever get the call.

Calatrava r · 30 October 2022, 11:03 PM

Did we need the language?

mountainjogger · 31 October 2022, 12:02 AM

Quite a pair. Congrats.

Jack T · 31 October 2022, 12:30 AM

Good story and good advice, they’re only watches, your life goes on, enjoy what you have.

arcampado · 31 October 2022, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations on the Submariner.

I can’t remember… did you try on the Daytona before deciding you were going to trade the OP and the BLNR?

Regardless, I agree with you …

1. It’s always better to add first, consolidate later.
2. There is no such thing as a grail watch.

True words of wisdom, especially #2

TheHulk · 31 October 2022, 04:53 AM

Live and learn my friend. Collecting does have its share of mistakes

Watchsprings · 31 October 2022, 10:02 AM

Congrats, looks like a great pair!

30 October 2022, 06:29 AM	#1
tl123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: New York Posts: 69	Did I Regret Making That Daytona Trade? Hey guys, here I am again. So.. I did make the trade I mentioned three months ago (recap: I started a thread about whether should I trade my OP+old BLNR for a BNIB Black Daytona 116500LN). Despite the fact that most people who replied to me were telling not to do so, but goddamn i was so in love with that Daytona so I went all-in. However, after I actually received the watch and held it in my hand, I suddenly started to question my own decision. All kinds of question started to bother me, like the PCL links got easily scratched, not having a watch with date window, or wearing a same watch everyday makes your passion fades away quickly (even it was your grail), etc. Luckily, my AD didn't let me down. As I mentioned that I was waiting for the Rootbeer from my AD, one month ago, they, instead of delivering the Rootbeer itself, offered my the Black Sub W/ date. I drove to my AD the second I receive the text message. God, it felt so good to have two watches. One for daily commute, and one for special occasions. With the second watch, I'm not gonna be worried about adding another scratch to my Daytona, and seeing two watches in my winding box is way more satisfying than having that Daytona alone. The reason im writing this post is that, I want people who are struggling about the same thing, trading-in their old watches, to think twice. Do not make impulsive decision and treat your old friends nicely. NGL, I missed my old GMT till this vey moment, for me, it is a watch full with memories, and I regret trading it. If you can, save up for the new one! There is always gonna be a new grail piece for you, but all the new ones look the same. What only belongs to you uniquely is the one that carries your memories aka. scratches. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

30 October 2022, 06:43 AM	#3
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: 33,695	Congratulations, a great pair!!! For what it's worth, I've really only regretted one trade which was an OP36 for a 114060 (I already had a 14060). I ended up trading away the 114060 and missed the OP. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

30 October 2022, 06:48 AM	#5
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,002	The next one you need is Rootbeer to add some color in your collection. To Kat (KatGirl): Wow, 75 watches, I would love to see your collection. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

30 October 2022, 01:07 PM	#7
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,182	Nice pair OP Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

30 October 2022, 03:57 PM	#10
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,373	Congrats on your duo. I haven’t felt your pain quite as much, but I did sell my 16613 bluesy years ago to acquire an AP 25594. I regretted giving up the bluesy and later acquired another one. But both are proudly in the family today and there are no plans to put them up for adoption anytime soon. __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… Ex—https://imgur.com/FnO9FRy — ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

30 October 2022, 06:37 AM	#2
KatGirl 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Kat Location: CA, USA Watch: 126233 Wimbledon T Posts: 7,155	I can’t relate. I own 75 watches, though only 2 are Rolexes. Glad you got a Sub, though. Still my favorite…. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

30 October 2022, 06:46 AM	#4
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,623	Congratulations on the new sub. You could always buy another BLNR. Now if it was a significant watch i.e. an heirloom or other significant piece that would be a problem!

30 October 2022, 11:50 AM	#6
stark1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Northeast Watch: Rolex/AP/ALS/Omega Posts: 1,505	Thanks for sharing your experience. You'll inevitably build great memories with your new pair. Live and learn as we all make rash emotional decisions with this silly hobby from time to time.

30 October 2022, 01:22 PM	#8
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	I’m on my 3rd Daytona. Only my vintage one from 1983 was a daily wear. Just can’t warm up to the new models and worry about wearing a $25K watch. Thinking about flipping the Daytona for a couple of sport models.

30 October 2022, 03:36 PM	#9
WatchGuy1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Location Location Posts: 1,794	Cool duo

30 October 2022, 04:46 PM	#11
omar-rye "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Underground Posts: 2,670	A BLNR and OP blue dial for a Daytona is a fair trade for you in my opinion

30 October 2022, 05:46 PM	#12
eespi003 Banned Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: US Posts: 90	Fair trade if you ask me.

30 October 2022, 06:06 PM	#13
hello93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: MD Posts: 112	It appears you've made the wrong decision since you're scared to scratch it and you'll get sick of it by wearing it too much. JUST WEAR IT. You'll get one scratch after another and eventually you'll forget about the scratches from actually enjoy wearing it

30 October 2022, 07:39 PM	#14
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,676	We learn more from our mistakes than our successes. But you've ended up in a good place, if a different one. Congratulations.

30 October 2022, 09:08 PM	#15
Redsub71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Antonio Location: NY/Milan Posts: 106	I don't like it, too much black, bezel, dial, no way. Then, the ceramic a restyling of 116520.

30 October 2022, 09:15 PM	#16
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	That's a great pair! Congrats on adding the Sub!

30 October 2022, 09:20 PM	#17
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,110	Congratulations on the Submariner. I can’t remember… did you try on the Daytona before deciding you were going to trade the OP and the BLNR? Regardless, I agree with you … 1. It’s always better to add first, consolidate later. 2. There is no such thing as a grail watch.

30 October 2022, 09:27 PM	#18
rmlovett1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 23,509	Two is definitely better than one IMO. Congratulations on the new Sub!

30 October 2022, 10:11 PM	#21
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,786	Nice watches. Regret is something that can be human nature but you made a decision and got a great watch in return for your trades. Be good with that and enjoy what you have. Scratches come and go as does the fear of damaging a watch. That well worn but taken care of look is always one of my favorites. Don't over think it, just enjoy what you have. Congratulations.

30 October 2022, 10:28 PM	#23
rolexjackson 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Real Name: Jackson Location: USA Watch: Sub, GMT, Daytona Posts: 2,642	I believe it’s better to regret something you did, rather than regretting something you didn’t do. Congratulations on your two pieces they are beautiful!

30 October 2022, 11:00 PM	#24
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,574	They look great together, your rotation is starting to resemble mine (all black dials). Definitely add a CHNR or colorful GMT to the pair at some point. That’s my intention too if I ever get the call. __________________ 16750 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170

30 October 2022, 11:03 PM	#25
Calatrava r 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: United States Watch: Rolex and Patek Posts: 11,420	Did we need the language?

31 October 2022, 12:02 AM	#26
mountainjogger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: H Location: North Carolina Watch: M99230B-0008 Posts: 5,675	Quite a pair. Congrats. __________________ The King of Cool.

31 October 2022, 12:30 AM	#27
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Good story and good advice, they’re only watches, your life goes on, enjoy what you have. __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

31 October 2022, 04:53 AM	#29
TheHulk 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Texas Watch: Tonas Posts: 1,070	Live and learn my friend. Collecting does have its share of mistakes

31 October 2022, 10:02 AM	#30
Watchsprings "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Cali Posts: 1,955	Congrats, looks like a great pair!

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