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mac_135 · 11 February 2023, 03:34 AM

I have been offered a blue dial OP41 after waiting for about a year. Unfortunately funds are a bit tighter now than when I asked about the piece and I would have to sell my Speedmaster to fund the OP41.

Would you let the Speedy go to get the DJ41? Eventually, I would likely pick up another Speedmaster as they are easy to get, I just feel like I might regret not getting to OP41 when I have the chance.

My current collection:

Submariner (114060)
Datejust 41 (grey stick dial, smooth bezel on jubilee bracelet)
Speedmaster Professional (hesalite, on black leather strap)

I appreciate your input.

the_wristlist · 11 February 2023, 03:35 AM

I’d go for the OP for sure, as you said can always get another Speedy whenever

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Little machines · 11 February 2023, 03:54 AM

I would pick up the OP41 providing you will enjoy the watch.Selling the speedmaster to fund is not a bad idea and in the future you can pick up another Speedy. Good luck !

beshannon · 11 February 2023, 03:55 AM

Not a chance.

The OP does nothing for me and you already have a Submariner

Marcjvr · 11 February 2023, 03:56 AM

I have both the speedy and blue op41 and they are very different watches

They compliment each other fantastically well.

I would find a way to keep the speedy and add the op41 if you can

Driver8 · 11 February 2023, 04:03 AM

If you really want the OP41, then it's a no-brainer, as (as you said) you can pick up another Speedie whenever there's a "Y" in the day!

train-time · 11 February 2023, 04:10 AM

No way. Two very different pieces. The Speemaster is a beautiful and sophisticated Chronograph and on the other hand, the OP is fairly basic, if not entry level chronometer.

brandrea · 11 February 2023, 04:14 AM

With your collection I personally wouldn’t. The Speedmaster is an icon and goes so beautifully with your Submariner. Besides, you already have a DJ …

Anyway, it’s your call obviously, but that’s a NO from me

OrangeSport · 11 February 2023, 04:19 AM

I've had a Speedy and an OP (36)

Both great, but I now only have the Speedy

I wouldn't as Speedmaster don't hold their value so we'll. You'll lose out selling then buying another (assuming you bought new an will buybnew).

JRell · 11 February 2023, 04:20 AM

Yes, get the OP now since you have been waiting so long. When you have the funds and still want it buy a speedmaster again with discount or used for 1000s off.

EEpro · 11 February 2023, 04:26 AM

If you like it, go ahead and put it on credit. Not like you can't decide later which one to sell. You're going to come out ahead buying steel Rolex.

MichelleP · 11 February 2023, 04:27 AM

I would do it. You can always get another speedy down the road.

Lightsped · 11 February 2023, 04:29 AM

This is an easy one.....

Sell the Speedy, buy the OP41. Buy a Speedy later when possible.

shammad10 · 11 February 2023, 04:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lightsped

This is an easy one.....

Sell the Speedy, buy the OP41. Buy a Speedy later when possible.

Ye I would agree with this.

Although for me the Speedy is by far the better watch in every way, you can pick one up any day of the week in the future!

JJGreen · 11 February 2023, 04:31 AM

I don't think you can go wrong either way, but I like the Speedy as part of your current collection, since you have other Rolex. But it's easier to replace for sure.

ArtNouveau · 11 February 2023, 04:56 AM

I would keep the Speedy and wait until you can afford the OP without stress OR sell the Datejust to fund it. I think its function is more similar than the chrono. I don’t need a date and wear my OP often but I also wear my Speedy.

Robf52 · 11 February 2023, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lightsped

This is an easy one.....

Sell the Speedy, buy the OP41. Buy a Speedy later when possible.

This.

jb335 · 11 February 2023, 05:05 AM

I’m an unapologetic Rolex fanboy and I would not consider that trade. The Soeedy is way more interesting and much more watch.

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RogerOP · 11 February 2023, 05:08 AM

Yeah do it.

The blue OP41 is a beautiful sunburst dial. I am not a fan of Speedsters admittedly though.

Then you'll have the quintessential trio of Rolex: OP, DJ, Sub

R35GTR · 11 February 2023, 05:21 AM

every watch enthusiast needs at least 1 speedmaster in their collection, Rolex fan boy or not.

Easy E · 11 February 2023, 05:25 AM

You have such a nice collection right now - Sub, DJ41, Speedy. I would not make this trade.

the dark knight · 11 February 2023, 05:37 AM

Yep, I'd do it. Get a Moonswatch or Bulova Lunar Pilot to tide you over until you pick up a Speedy again. Easy call for me.

samson66 · 11 February 2023, 06:01 AM

The OP is WAY more difficult to find than a Speedmaster, particularly at MSRP. If you decide later you miss the Speedy you will have not problem at all finding another at a great price. Go for it.

Eagles4133 · 11 February 2023, 06:06 AM

I would do it just due to the fact that you can get a hot piece at RRP. You will be able to find another Speedmaster and most likely get a discount quite easily. You're obviously a more than one watch guy so you will most likely want to have a Speedy again. The only way I wouldn't do the trade or sell it is if you received the Speedy as a gift or it was a milestone purchase.

Sandpit · 11 February 2023, 06:10 AM

I’d just pass on the OP personally. Speedie is way more interesting.

Wcdhtwn · 11 February 2023, 06:29 AM

I guess, as long as you promise to pick up another Speedy as soon as you can.

But I'm being kind of serious. I like the OP's too, but with a Sub and a DJ in your collection moving the Speedy for the OP should only be a short term move. Otherwise no way would I do this.

Krash · 11 February 2023, 06:30 AM

I’d do that because another Speedmaster will be easy to get later on.

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cglondon · 11 February 2023, 06:41 AM

If you bought the Speedy at retail, you’ll be taking a massive hit on that. How much would you get for it? Possibly £3k?

I would keep the Speedy and beg, steal or borrow to afford the OP. Although it is crazy that OP’s were all over the display cases four years ago. Now watch nuts are looking to sell pieces to acquire one.

Whatever you decide to do, it’ll be exciting!

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poppop1955 · 11 February 2023, 07:18 AM

Just picked up my OP41 in blue a few weeks ago. I also have a speedmaster moonwatch. But the OP41 will get a lot more wrist time. Love the blue dial.

DLRIDES · 11 February 2023, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mac_135

I have been offered a blue dial OP41 after waiting for about a year. Unfortunately funds are a bit tighter now than when I asked about the piece and I would have to sell my Speedmaster to fund the OP41.

Would you let the Speedy go to get the DJ41? Eventually, I would likely pick up another Speedmaster as they are easy to get, I just feel like I might regret not getting to OP41 when I have the chance.

My current collection:

Submariner (114060)
Datejust 41 (grey stick dial, smooth bezel on jubilee bracelet)
Speedmaster Professional (hesalite, on black leather strap)

I appreciate your input.

Submariner, DJ, & Speedmaster

Pass on OP

11 February 2023, 03:34 AM	#1
mac_135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 308	Would you trade Speedmaster for OP41? I have been offered a blue dial OP41 after waiting for about a year. Unfortunately funds are a bit tighter now than when I asked about the piece and I would have to sell my Speedmaster to fund the OP41. Would you let the Speedy go to get the DJ41? Eventually, I would likely pick up another Speedmaster as they are easy to get, I just feel like I might regret not getting to OP41 when I have the chance. My current collection: Submariner (114060) Datejust 41 (grey stick dial, smooth bezel on jubilee bracelet) Speedmaster Professional (hesalite, on black leather strap) I appreciate your input.

11 February 2023, 03:55 AM	#4
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	Not a chance. The OP does nothing for me and you already have a Submariner __________________ 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

11 February 2023, 04:03 AM	#6
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,874	If you really want the OP41, then it's a no-brainer, as (as you said) you can pick up another Speedie whenever there's a "Y" in the day! __________________ Rolex - 116710BLNR : 116610LN : 116622 : 116334 : 14060M (Plus - Glashutte Original, Breitling, Omega, IWC, Tag Heuer, Doxa, Sinn, Seiko, G-Shock + micros)

11 February 2023, 04:19 AM	#9
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	I've had a Speedy and an OP (36) Both great, but I now only have the Speedy I wouldn't as Speedmaster don't hold their value so we'll. You'll lose out selling then buying another (assuming you bought new an will buybnew). __________________

11 February 2023, 04:20 AM	#10
JRell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Jubilee Posts: 7,084	Yes, get the OP now since you have been waiting so long. When you have the funds and still want it buy a speedmaster again with discount or used for 1000s off. __________________ 126710 BLNR Jubilee

11 February 2023, 03:35 AM	#2
the_wristlist "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2023 Location: United Kingdom Watch: 126720 VTNR Posts: 170	I’d go for the OP for sure, as you said can always get another Speedy whenever Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2023, 03:54 AM	#3
Little machines "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Real Name: Joseph Location: USA Posts: 2,652	I would pick up the OP41 providing you will enjoy the watch.Selling the speedmaster to fund is not a bad idea and in the future you can pick up another Speedy. Good luck !

11 February 2023, 03:56 AM	#5
Marcjvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Southeast Watch: 214270 Posts: 2,749	I have both the speedy and blue op41 and they are very different watches They compliment each other fantastically well. I would find a way to keep the speedy and add the op41 if you can

11 February 2023, 04:10 AM	#7
train-time 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Plankton Location: US Watch: less Posts: 4,161	No way. Two very different pieces. The Speemaster is a beautiful and sophisticated Chronograph and on the other hand, the OP is fairly basic, if not entry level chronometer.

11 February 2023, 04:14 AM	#8
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,089	With your collection I personally wouldn’t. The Speedmaster is an icon and goes so beautifully with your Submariner. Besides, you already have a DJ … Anyway, it’s your call obviously, but that’s a NO from me

11 February 2023, 04:26 AM	#11
EEpro 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: Brad Location: Purdue Watch: Daytona Posts: 9,243	If you like it, go ahead and put it on credit. Not like you can't decide later which one to sell. You're going to come out ahead buying steel Rolex. __________________ ♛ ✠ Ω 2FA Active

11 February 2023, 04:27 AM	#12
MichelleP "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Bay Area Watch: DD 40RG Olive dial Posts: 4,640	I would do it. You can always get another speedy down the road.

11 February 2023, 04:29 AM	#13
Lightsped "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Georgia Watch: Sub, OP41, DJ x 4 Posts: 845	This is an easy one..... Sell the Speedy, buy the OP41. Buy a Speedy later when possible.

11 February 2023, 04:31 AM	#15
JJGreen "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: JJ Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 1675 or 1016 Posts: 399	I don't think you can go wrong either way, but I like the Speedy as part of your current collection, since you have other Rolex. But it's easier to replace for sure.

11 February 2023, 04:56 AM	#16
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,387	I would keep the Speedy and wait until you can afford the OP without stress OR sell the Datejust to fund it. I think its function is more similar than the chrono. I don’t need a date and wear my OP often but I also wear my Speedy.

11 February 2023, 05:05 AM	#18
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,461	I’m an unapologetic Rolex fanboy and I would not consider that trade. The Soeedy is way more interesting and much more watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2023, 05:08 AM	#19
RogerOP Banned Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: London Posts: 557	Yeah do it. The blue OP41 is a beautiful sunburst dial. I am not a fan of Speedsters admittedly though. Then you'll have the quintessential trio of Rolex: OP, DJ, Sub

11 February 2023, 05:21 AM	#20
R35GTR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: NYC Posts: 128	every watch enthusiast needs at least 1 speedmaster in their collection, Rolex fan boy or not.

11 February 2023, 05:25 AM	#21
Easy E 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: GA Posts: 5,078	You have such a nice collection right now - Sub, DJ41, Speedy. I would not make this trade.

11 February 2023, 05:37 AM	#22
the dark knight 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: USA Posts: 1,538	Yep, I'd do it. Get a Moonswatch or Bulova Lunar Pilot to tide you over until you pick up a Speedy again. Easy call for me.

11 February 2023, 06:01 AM	#23
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,792	The OP is WAY more difficult to find than a Speedmaster, particularly at MSRP. If you decide later you miss the Speedy you will have not problem at all finding another at a great price. Go for it.

11 February 2023, 06:06 AM	#24
Eagles4133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Philadelphia, Pa Watch: 214270 / 114060 Posts: 196	I would do it just due to the fact that you can get a hot piece at RRP. You will be able to find another Speedmaster and most likely get a discount quite easily. You're obviously a more than one watch guy so you will most likely want to have a Speedy again. The only way I wouldn't do the trade or sell it is if you received the Speedy as a gift or it was a milestone purchase.

11 February 2023, 06:10 AM	#25
Sandpit "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Middle East Posts: 1,808	I’d just pass on the OP personally. Speedie is way more interesting.

11 February 2023, 06:29 AM	#26
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,059	I guess, as long as you promise to pick up another Speedy as soon as you can. But I'm being kind of serious. I like the OP's too, but with a Sub and a DJ in your collection moving the Speedy for the OP should only be a short term move. Otherwise no way would I do this.

11 February 2023, 06:30 AM	#27
Krash 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Florida Watch: Sub, DJ41, GMT Posts: 8,256	I’d do that because another Speedmaster will be easy to get later on. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2023, 06:41 AM	#28
cglondon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: england Posts: 329	If you bought the Speedy at retail, you’ll be taking a massive hit on that. How much would you get for it? Possibly £3k? I would keep the Speedy and beg, steal or borrow to afford the OP. Although it is crazy that OP’s were all over the display cases four years ago. Now watch nuts are looking to sell pieces to acquire one. Whatever you decide to do, it’ll be exciting! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 February 2023, 07:18 AM	#29
poppop1955 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Real Name: Bob Location: USA Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 109	Just picked up my OP41 in blue a few weeks ago. I also have a speedmaster moonwatch. But the OP41 will get a lot more wrist time. Love the blue dial.

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