Would you trade for a Smurf?

[spare]

In these dire times, the mind tends to wander more than it should.
As such, I present to you with a small dilemma - not really, but just for the fun of it - on trading watches.

Would you trade a:
- Batman on Oyster (116710BLNR)
- SubC date (116610LN)
- Speedmaster professional on leather (which I honestly don't wear anymore anyway)

for... a used Smurf (116619LN), knowing that you would still own a 16170 Pepsi and a 5513?

It would, therefore, be my first and only PM Rolex and would effectively replace the Sub as well as add the splash of color I have with the BLNR. 2 ceramics for a single ceramic, whilst keeping the vintage (5513) and semi-vintage (16170) stuff.
Prices don't match exactly, but close enough for the sake of the thought experiment...

Curious about your thoughts.

[BumbleB]

PM is the way to go!

I would prefer a PM GMT for functionality, but if you’re a diver the PM Sub is the way to go


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[In-Cog-Neeto]

Yes. All day long

[kwingy]

I would do that trade with no hesitation. Smurfs imo are pretty rare. Have not seen many in the wild and when I did see one, I thought it just stood out.

[mr_gray]

yes yes and yes

[htc8p]

No way I’m not trading 3 for 1. GMT and sub are all I need


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[spare]

Originally Posted by htc8p

No way I’m not trading 3 for 1. GMT and sub are all I need


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Hahaha, I am surprised that you are the first "no" response to be honest. Expected a lot of "are you crazy?"...
However -and please don't take it badly- your point is easily disqualified, as I would end up with... a GMT and a Sub (2x actually)

[jamesthejeweller]

Yes, but maybe not with the discontinued Batman...

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[Brownbearsg]

Yes I would do that trade. A smurf would seem more special than the other three watches. Outside the oyster GMT, the others could be replaced at a later date.

[MrMercedes]

I would not do that trade....I think you´ll regret that....!

[brandrea]

I’ve never been a fan of PM professional models, but that trade does have merit seeing as you already own some SS professionals.

[fjack88]

Although value wised, it might seem to need all 3 to trade for the smurf, but it seems losing some key pieces in your collection. Unless you intend to also trim your collection, I would prefer to at least hold on to the batman.


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[patricio7345]

Yes, yes, yes.....

[THC]

Do it...

[roadie1]

I would do it for sure!



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[lord91]

Originally Posted by spare

In these dire times, the mind tends to wander more than it should.
As such, I present to you with a small dilemma - not really, but just for the fun of it - on trading watches.

Would you trade a:
- Batman on Oyster (116710BLNR)
- SubC date (116610LN)
- Speedmaster professional on leather (which I honestly don't wear anymore anyway)

for... a used Smurf (116619LN), knowing that you would still own a 16170 Pepsi and a 5513?

It would, therefore, be my first and only PM Rolex and would effectively replace the Sub as well as add the splash of color I have with the BLNR. 2 ceramics for a single ceramic, whilst keeping the vintage (5513) and semi-vintage (16170) stuff.
Prices don't match exactly, but close enough for the sake of the thought experiment...

Curious about your thoughts.

In your case, i think i would...

[-Ally-]

Yes.

[3 Putt]

My collection includes the three watches you wish to trade and I like them all. To me, the Speedmaster would be the last one to go. Too perfect of a watch. Just be careful you don't limit your collection diversity too much. You may regret it later on.

[1William]

I would do the trade. The Smurf is a unique watch that is hard to source. The other watches can be replaced over time should you desire.

[watchwatcher]

In general, yes, but I wouldn't trade all three. I'm not crazy about the speedy, personally, but I kinda agree with the post above to keep it. Not to mention, it's not bring much money to the table either. Just my thoughts.

[Vince KSA]

Go for it,

I know somebody who traded a Batman and Hulk for a brand new Smurf (excuse nicknames if your easily offended), and they have never looked back and he's completely happy with the deal.

Your deal seems less than his trade.

[spare]

Thanks for the opinions guys, much appreciated. I must say I'm a bit surprised by how many are advising to do this trade. I was expecting a much more balanced pro-con. Interesting to say the least. I also see a lot of Smurf owners are represented. Much obliged as you know best.

I might not have been clear enough in my opening post, but this was just a thought experiment for the time being. I don't plan on actually executing this trade right now - although I now definitely have a seed planted in my brain .
It's something I will very likely consider in a couple of years: consolidating the collection to 2-3 great meaningful pieces with PM in the mix for sure.
The Sub C is my current daily wear and already draws too much attention for my taste. I don't want to know how much attention this Smurf would attract. I work in the service industry and am mainly in client meetings, so I am always cautious about perception.

Regarding the Speedmaster: it was my first luxury piece, the one I got when our business first started taking off. It was a grail of mine - way back, before ever considering that there would be spendings on a watch north of a $3.000 pricepoint... oh the naivety.
Somehow, however I never 100% clicked with it. I find the case back slightly annoying, it somehow never sits perfectly on my wrist, I miss not having a date function and the dubious water resistance are all things that make me consider letting it go.
I can vividly remember the difference in "feeling" when I first stapped it on versus the first time I put on the Sub. It was night and day.
It's a terrifically designed dial though, extremely legible especially compared to a Daytona.

[denmanproject]

I've been thinking of a similar trade (RG GMT instead of Smurf) but decided I just can't let go of my BLNR, I know I would eventually regret it and getting another one for what I paid is impossible

[ap1]

Approved

[subtona]

Yes. Fun trade!!!

[Watchflair]

Yes without hesitation!

[Maiden]

Based on what you will have remaining I would do the trade, although I am puzzled, if you find a SS sub too attention getting why would you want a Smurf? Special occasions only?

[iliketime]

Yes, that is an interesting trade, but monetary value wise, I think you are still coming out on top.

[donas]

I did the opposite trade, my smurf for two watches plus cash. I definitely regret it! So, with that said, I would do the trade, smurf had it's downside but the upside out weighed it, I really miss that watch!!

[Mr. Drunmond]

I would pull a hamstring jumping at that trade.