Replace BLRO With SD50?

[Oceanlover914]

Originally Posted by dave023

Add the SD43...it's only one more watch.
Great collection you have.

what he said

[traf]

Glad you're keeping the BLRO, it's a dream piece in it's own right. SD43 is great, but not at the caliber of your other pieces.. Good beater material for sure!

[sager]

Not a chance


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[HK Islandboy]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Thank you all for your suggestions! The BLRO is staying. I'll be on the hunt for the SD43 to round out the collection and to share the load with my BLRO as a daily wear.


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Great decision. You have a fantastic collection!

[nyc2la]

Good choice to keep the BLRO. Don't underestimate the LVc as a pickup instead of the SD43. It will add a little additional color and fun to an already fantastic collection. Just a thought.

[997.2TTS]

Originally Posted by Hank

Wow. That's a real nice collection you got going. Flip the BLRO for whatever watch you want and it wouldn't be very noticeable with all the other stellar pieces you have.


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Thanks for the kind words!


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[997.2TTS]

Originally Posted by nyc2la

Good choice to keep the BLRO. Don't underestimate the LVc as a pickup instead of the SD43. It will add a little additional color and fun to an already fantastic collection. Just a thought.

This is an interesting suggestion. I've always been fond of the the LVc. Thank you!

Decisions..




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[Rolex.c6]

Keep the BLRO, it's more special if you ask me.

[GoingPlaces]

No way BLRO for a SD (50 or not). Strong collection you have, add maybe but not swap.

[TickTockChuck]

I would keep the BLRO as you've already expressed it's usefulness and reliability. It's a great travel watch indeed with a classic design. Plus it has a splash of color to balance out your collection. The PP of course is nice but perhaps not as rugged for travel, plus it is the honeymoon period. Based on your wonderful collection, adding the SD43/50 shouldn't be much of a problem anyways. Cheers!

[Vipes]

Originally Posted by myc ritz

I wouldn't unload the BLRO. With all that firepower, just buy a Hulk or SD43.

Yup.

[derekstlmo]

Love the collection but not a fan of the sd50

[BIGTEX]

Add SD50. :

[brmeyers]

Originally Posted by nyc2la

Good choice to keep the BLRO. Don't underestimate the LVc as a pickup instead of the SD43. It will add a little additional color and fun to an already fantastic collection. Just a thought.

My thoughts exactly... And that is what I did. Got the BLRO and Hulk after trading in the SD43.
I have smaller wrists and love the comfort of the Hulk (and the dial) a bit more.

Awesome collection though, love it!!!

[Texag0842]

I'd keep the BLRO over everything in that collection.

[Daytonaman799]

I would just add if thats doable. otherwise I get what you are thinking and would sell the BLRo buy the SD50 and bank the rest.

[WJGESQ]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Hello fellow WIS of TRF! With the recent addition of the PP5524 Pilot Watch, the PP5164 and BLRO have been receiving far less wrist time as my travel watch. It's to the point where I'm considering flipping my BLRO with the SD50 as my new daily wear. The 5164 wouldn't be a replaceable option since it's a gift from my significant other. In an effort to keep my number of watches to a minimum (there are a few others not pictured), I prefer not to add another watch with moving one. I especially don't feel the need for 3 watches with GMT functions. Now chronos are another story..

Would love to hear what your thoughts would be. Here are a few additional reasons for the swap to the SD50.

1) Prefer steel as a daily, along with the ceramic bezel of course. My 5711, although light and great as a beater, is quite a scratch magnet and I prefer to keep it minty.

2) Love the size of the SD50. To me, it's got a nice balance and presence I prefer over the SD4000 I once owned.

3) On the same token, I like how the new Sea Dweller wears fairly unnoticed, and is recognized by most as 'just another Sub'. Where I live, they are very popular.

4) Last of my reasons, is the possibility that the SD50 may go up in value, while the BLRO will probably remain stagnant for a while. It's last of my reasons because I buy all of my watches to wear, and enjoy the rotation. I don't own any safe queens, besides an RM which I like to wear for special occasions. It's also the reason I don't use my watch wonder anymore!

On the other hand, the BLRO is no doubt a beautiful, and reliable time piece. It's aged really well as my daily wear, virtually scratch free on the case. The rotating bezel is also great for checking multiple time zones.

Would enjoy hearing your reasons for either keeping the BLRO or flipping it for the SD50. Many thanks in advance!




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That's a high end batch.

[997.2TTS]

Appreciate all the helpful advise and opinions. As mentioned, the decision is to definitely keep the BLRO and add another daily. I wanted to keep it steel, so the the decision would be between the SD50 or LVc.

However...

I have a tempting discount from my local AD on a WG Sub (Smurf). The BLRO has worn well as a daily, so I can't imagine the Smurf to be any different. This deviates from the plan to keep it a steel watch, but that blue dial is captivating in photos! I'll need to go see it in person..

Thanks again for all the help fellas!


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[superbry]

blro is a very nice looking watch, just add the sd50 in your collection. :D

[cwieb]

Stunning collection

[oldman2005]

With such a line up of nice expensive watches, I doubt money is the problem. I'd just add the SD50 into the collection.

[armen34]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Appreciate all the helpful advise and opinions. As mentioned, the decision is to definitely keep the BLRO and add another daily. I wanted to keep it steel, so the the decision would be between the SD50 or LVc.

However...

I have a tempting discount from my local AD on a WG Sub (Smurf). The BLRO has worn well as a daily, so I can't imagine the Smurf to be any different. This deviates from the plan to keep it a steel watch, but that blue dial is captivating in photos! I'll need to go see it in person..

Thanks again for all the help fellas!


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Glad you're keeping the blro. Stick to your plan of getting a ss and why not add DSSD James Cameron edition which gives you a unique blue dial and size should be perfect as you have a AP 26401 as your big sporty watch. D-blue can be a daily!

[0ptimus_1]

I had both, imo, they are Oranges and Apples. Keep the BLRO!

[watchwatcher]

While I have the new SD and find it an amazing reference...there is NO way I would even remotely consider making this trade.

[Al1969]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Thank you all for your suggestions! The BLRO is staying. I'll be on the hunt for the SD43 to round out the collection and to share the load with my BLRO as a daily wear.


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You have a beautiful and impressive collection. I think you're making the right choice here.

[lhawli]

The firepower in your collection I don't get the flip? Just add the SD50!


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[hdfb910]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Appreciate all the helpful advise and opinions. As mentioned, the decision is to definitely keep the BLRO and add another daily. I wanted to keep it steel, so the the decision would be between the SD50 or LVc.

However...

I have a tempting discount from my local AD on a WG Sub (Smurf). The BLRO has worn well as a daily, so I can't imagine the Smurf to be any different. This deviates from the plan to keep it a steel watch, but that blue dial is captivating in photos! I'll need to go see it in person..

Thanks again for all the help fellas!


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Do it!

Decisions decisions...



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[kilyung]

The 116619 matches the BLRO very well. My bias is speaking.

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by 997.2TTS

Appreciate all the helpful advise and opinions. As mentioned, the decision is to definitely keep the BLRO and add another daily. I wanted to keep it steel, so the the decision would be between the SD50 or LVc.

However...

I have a tempting discount from my local AD on a WG Sub (Smurf). The BLRO has worn well as a daily, so I can't imagine the Smurf to be any different. This deviates from the plan to keep it a steel watch, but that blue dial is captivating in photos! I'll need to go see it in person..

Thanks again for all the help fellas!


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How to make an awesome collection more awesomer!!!!

[Hairdude1]

Originally Posted by lhawli

The firepower in your collection I don't get the flip? Just add the SD50!


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agree