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SS Oyster · 5 November 2008, 03:35 AM

Is he offering both watches in direct exchange for the SD? If so, take the deal. If not, run away with the SD firmly on your wrist.

Now if he was offering an IWC Big Pilot ... I'd be advising you differently.

kingblackbolt · 7 November 2008, 07:27 AM

I pick up my SD tomorrow and will wear it for a while and decide if I ever want to take it off again or not...

I'll post once I decide OK guys?

Thanx for all the advice/comments!

Cato · 7 November 2008, 07:48 AM

The SD is such a classic! How will you live without it?

vjb.knife · 7 November 2008, 08:03 AM

Well both of your other choices are quite a bit more expensive than the 'trade' value at a dealer for the SD. I like the Pro One a lot more that the IWC but not too much more than the SD. Both other watches are more "horologically sophisticated" but as far as I am concerned not better and certainly not more rugged than the Rolex. So the Chopard is the only one that I would consider but you will take a beating if you are actually going to trade at the AD. Also I don't care for rubber straps and the bracelet for the Chopard is pretty pricey if I remember correctly and it has no adjustment other than link removal.

vjb.knife · 7 November 2008, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Oyster

Is he offering both watches in direct exchange for the SD? If so, take the deal. If not, run away with the SD firmly on your wrist.

If he is then he is out of his f..ing mind. Surely you are kidding

daveathall · 7 November 2008, 08:08 AM

Easy, swap the Sea Dweller and live a life missing the love affair that would have been.

Gotta love dwelly

kriesch · 7 November 2008, 08:56 AM

It's a no-brainer!

leopardprey · 7 November 2008, 09:37 AM

If it was for the SS Ingenieur then I would do the trade ASAP. Not a big fan of having watches with Car Logos on the watch (engraved on the case back of the above Ti Ingenieur) unless I own that make of Automobile as well.

As for the Chopard, if the Chopard had the SS Bracelet I would also do it ASAP.

But as they are now, it is up to you if you really like one of the above watches better than the SD, then that is up to you. As you mentioned to me, if getting a good amount of cash plus the watch in exchange for the SD, it is a good deal.

Many advantages the two above models have over the SD. Bigger in size, which I personally like as both the above are 42mm. Both the Chopard and the Ingenieur also have AR coated crystals. Both the Chopard and the Ingeniur also have very good quality in-house movements. THe Ingenieur's movement is a real workhorse and specifically designed to take shocks and impacts. And the Bracelets that come with both the Pro-One and the Ingenieur are 10 times better than the Rolex bracelet. And the Chopards lumination put the SD to shame. I also really like the Compass Symbol engraving on the Chopard's case back.

ShawnK · 7 November 2008, 01:12 PM

The IWC and Chopard are both nice watches, but I don't think either will remain a classic like the SD.

I'm biased of course since I'm wearing a SD right now.

kingblackbolt · 16 November 2008, 04:31 PM

OK gentlemen,

Got my SD & though I'm loving it I'll be selling it in order to get a newer Rolex & possibly Omega... I'll keep you posted!

Thanx for all the feedback!

antfer · 16 November 2008, 04:36 PM

KEEP THE SD

(wait a few years and let it turn to a "vintage - discontinued - hard to get watch" and then you will remember all of us...)

RobbRock · 16 November 2008, 04:38 PM

stay with SD

sbakar · 16 November 2008, 06:02 PM

The solution is ridiculously simple (and ridiculous and not simple)...forget all three and buy a RADO!!!

Seriously, keep the SD!

SNB

Dubai · 16 November 2008, 07:39 PM

Keep the SD !

kingblackbolt · 17 November 2008, 02:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbakar

The solution is ridiculously simple (and ridiculous and not simple)...forget all three and buy a RADO!!!

Seriously, keep the SD!

SNB

You mean something like this...? I'll ask JJ for a good Rado AD he can suggest perhaps?

Trurolexer · 17 November 2008, 02:35 AM

Keep the SD, buy that IWC. IMO.

fc3s2k · 6 July 2010, 11:20 AM

keep the SD!!! trust me

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Mockingbird · 6 July 2010, 11:36 AM

Being an IWC owner myself, I love the brand. I would love and Ingenieur, but NOT the one there, I find that one not as aesthetically appealing.

I like the 3227 in SS and the current ME.

rolexsubdate · 6 July 2010, 11:41 AM

SD is god ....

TopNotchChach · 6 July 2010, 11:58 AM

SD all day!

I cant believe you even questioned yourself. haha

bewithabob · 6 July 2010, 01:07 PM

Keep the SD

nauticajoe · 6 July 2010, 01:09 PM

No way! Keep the SD.

htc8p · 6 July 2010, 01:20 PM

SD is very difficult to find! if the item for trade was a sub date i would reconsider.

on the other hand, i find only the IWC portuguese a really special watch

chris russell · 6 July 2010, 01:38 PM

Just maybe. But for just one of them? Fugeddaboutit. Especially for an Eye Doubleyou See. BLle-e-ecchhh...

andrew79 · 6 July 2010, 01:43 PM

keep the SD.

Speed · 6 July 2010, 01:55 PM

Ack!!! Another 2008 thread brought back from the D E A D!!!

mrh1797 · 6 July 2010, 02:00 PM

Damnit Bill....I wanted to see how long it would go!!

Mockingbird · 6 July 2010, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Ack!!! Another 2008 thread brought back from the D E A D!!!

Just noticed that too, who keeps bumping these?

George Ab · 6 July 2010, 02:02 PM

I traded my SD for a PAM177. Love my PAM, but I keep my eyes out for an SD.

I have always been a fan of the true in-house LUC movement. You should of showed the picture of the movement. The 3135 may be a workhorse, but it sure isn't pretty when you see it against the LUC. It is a beautiful piece. I haven't done any research on the price. I assume your A would sell for $3,900 after all is said and done. The market you sell into with either one of the trade watch will shrink. It will shrink less with the IWC. However, the IWC is a real yawner compared to the Chopard. Chopard......baby......Chopard!

sakuraba · 6 July 2010, 02:02 PM

A lot of old threads brought back lately.

I'm sure the OP made the decision 2 years ago.

7 November 2008, 07:27 AM	#32
kingblackbolt "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Ren Location: Toronto On Canada Posts: 1,886	I pick up my SD tomorrow and will wear it for a while and decide if I ever want to take it off again or not... I'll post once I decide OK guys? Thanx for all the advice/comments! __________________ “Hail to the king, baby" Ash (Army of Darkness 1992)

7 November 2008, 08:03 AM	#34
vjb.knife Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Vince Location: Pittsburgh, PA Watch: Rolex Sub & GMTIIC Posts: 626	Well both of your other choices are ..... Well both of your other choices are quite a bit more expensive than the 'trade' value at a dealer for the SD. I like the Pro One a lot more that the IWC but not too much more than the SD. Both other watches are more "horologically sophisticated" but as far as I am concerned not better and certainly not more rugged than the Rolex. So the Chopard is the only one that I would consider but you will take a beating if you are actually going to trade at the AD. Also I don't care for rubber straps and the bracelet for the Chopard is pretty pricey if I remember correctly and it has no adjustment other than link removal.

7 November 2008, 08:08 AM	#36
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	Easy, swap the Sea Dweller and live a life missing the love affair that would have been. Gotta love dwelly __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

7 November 2008, 01:12 PM	#39
ShawnK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Shawn Location: Kentucky Watch: GMT Master 16750 Posts: 222	The IWC and Chopard are both nice watches, but I don't think either will remain a classic like the SD. I'm biased of course since I'm wearing a SD right now. __________________ "I get clock radio...he cannot afford. High five!"

16 November 2008, 04:31 PM	#40
kingblackbolt "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Ren Location: Toronto On Canada Posts: 1,886	OK gentlemen, Got my SD & though I'm loving it I'll be selling it in order to get a newer Rolex & possibly Omega... I'll keep you posted! Thanx for all the feedback! __________________ “Hail to the king, baby" Ash (Army of Darkness 1992)

5 November 2008, 03:35 AM	#31
SS Oyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 8,859	Is he offering both watches in direct exchange for the SD? If so, take the deal. If not, run away with the SD firmly on your wrist. Now if he was offering an IWC Big Pilot ... I'd be advising you differently.

7 November 2008, 07:48 AM	#33
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	The SD is such a classic! How will you live without it?

7 November 2008, 08:56 AM	#37
kriesch Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: Wales, UK Watch: SD Posts: 52	It's a no-brainer!

7 November 2008, 09:37 AM	#38
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	If it was for the SS Ingenieur then I would do the trade ASAP. Not a big fan of having watches with Car Logos on the watch (engraved on the case back of the above Ti Ingenieur) unless I own that make of Automobile as well. As for the Chopard, if the Chopard had the SS Bracelet I would also do it ASAP. But as they are now, it is up to you if you really like one of the above watches better than the SD, then that is up to you. As you mentioned to me, if getting a good amount of cash plus the watch in exchange for the SD, it is a good deal. Many advantages the two above models have over the SD. Bigger in size, which I personally like as both the above are 42mm. Both the Chopard and the Ingenieur also have AR coated crystals. Both the Chopard and the Ingeniur also have very good quality in-house movements. THe Ingenieur's movement is a real workhorse and specifically designed to take shocks and impacts. And the Bracelets that come with both the Pro-One and the Ingenieur are 10 times better than the Rolex bracelet. And the Chopards lumination put the SD to shame. I also really like the Compass Symbol engraving on the Chopard's case back.

16 November 2008, 04:36 PM	#41
antfer Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Paris, France Posts: 97	KEEP THE SD (wait a few years and let it turn to a "vintage - discontinued - hard to get watch" and then you will remember all of us...)

16 November 2008, 04:38 PM	#42
RobbRock "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: los angeles Watch: Sub Posts: 128	stay with SD

16 November 2008, 06:02 PM	#43
sbakar "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: North Vancouver Posts: 650	The solution is ridiculously simple (and ridiculous and not simple)...forget all three and buy a RADO!!! Seriously, keep the SD! SNB

16 November 2008, 07:39 PM	#44
Dubai "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: UAE Posts: 232	Keep the SD ! __________________ Milgauss GV V-Serial SS Daytona Black-Dial M-Serial

17 November 2008, 02:35 AM	#46
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Keep the SD, buy that IWC. IMO.

6 July 2010, 11:20 AM	#47
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	keep the SD!!! trust me __________________________ 14060M EXPLORER I SS DATEJUST WG BEZEL RG CELLINI DANAOS PAM 177i HUBLOT RG BIGBANG CERAMIC BEZEL

6 July 2010, 11:36 AM	#48
Mockingbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: -- Posts: 2,097	Being an IWC owner myself, I love the brand. I would love and Ingenieur, but NOT the one there, I find that one not as aesthetically appealing. I like the 3227 in SS and the current ME.

6 July 2010, 11:41 AM	#49
rolexsubdate Banned Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: The Moon Posts: 1,238	SD is god ....

6 July 2010, 11:58 AM	#50
TopNotchChach "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Near the Ocean! Watch: 116610 Posts: 1,253	SD all day! I cant believe you even questioned yourself. haha

6 July 2010, 01:07 PM	#51
bewithabob "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Dallas, Texas Watch: Daytona Meteorite Posts: 3,413	Keep the SD __________________ meteor flying to Earth onto my wrist... 116509 Daytona Meteorite, 116520 Daytona Black, 116710 GMTIIC, 16013 DATEJUST, CARTIER SANTOS 100 W20090X8, IWC Big Pilot, IWC Top Gun "Everything works out in the end. If it hasn't worked out, it's not the end."

6 July 2010, 01:09 PM	#52
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	No way! Keep the SD.

6 July 2010, 01:20 PM	#53
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,448	SD is very difficult to find! if the item for trade was a sub date i would reconsider. on the other hand, i find only the IWC portuguese a really special watch

6 July 2010, 01:38 PM	#54
chris russell Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Peterborough, ON Watch: your mouth. Posts: 1,023	well, if he were offering BOTH of them for the SD, then maybe. Just maybe. But for just one of them? Fugeddaboutit. Especially for an Eye Doubleyou See. BLle-e-ecchhh...

6 July 2010, 01:43 PM	#55
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	keep the SD. __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

6 July 2010, 01:55 PM	#56
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,695	Ack!!! Another 2008 thread brought back from the D E A D!!!

6 July 2010, 02:00 PM	#57
mrh1797 Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Matt Location: The 505 Watch: Love em' all!! Posts: 1,237	Damnit Bill....I wanted to see how long it would go!!

6 July 2010, 02:02 PM	#59
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	I traded my SD for a PAM177. Love my PAM, but I keep my eyes out for an SD. I have always been a fan of the true in-house LUC movement. You should of showed the picture of the movement. The 3135 may be a workhorse, but it sure isn't pretty when you see it against the LUC. It is a beautiful piece. I haven't done any research on the price. I assume your A would sell for $3,900 after all is said and done. The market you sell into with either one of the trade watch will shrink. It will shrink less with the IWC. However, the IWC is a real yawner compared to the Chopard. Chopard......baby......Chopard! __________________

6 July 2010, 02:02 PM	#60
sakuraba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Jib Location: SJ, California Watch: sun dial Posts: 8,189	A lot of old threads brought back lately. I'm sure the OP made the decision 2 years ago. __________________ F 14000 AirKing black F 16710 GMT Pepsi F 16570 Explorer II white T 16600 SD D 16610 LV "fine quality is remembered long after the pain of spending money" -Steve Mulholland

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