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Yes…absolutely | 73 | 48.34% | |
No way | 78 | 51.66% | |
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16 January 2023, 01:29 PM | #1 |
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Would you trade a Rolex COMEX for,a 5990?
I think I have the opportunity to trade. COMEX 16600 for a NIB 5990. Would you do that trade?
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16 January 2023, 01:31 PM | #2 |
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Depends on condition. If it’s a reasonable condition COMEX, then No. COMEX Rolex are rare, and unlikely to ever be produced down the road. 5990 although difficult to attain, is likely to be produced in greater number than a COMEX Rolex.
edit: after seeing the picture of the COMEX, it’s a NO from me. The COMEX looks great. And if it’s full set, genuine Rolex, it’s a piece of horological history right there. |
16 January 2023, 01:34 PM | #3 |
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The COMEX is super mint with great History.
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16 January 2023, 03:07 PM | #4 |
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I'd rather the 5990 however that Comex is while I hate to say a true investment piece.
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16 January 2023, 03:25 PM | #5 |
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If you cared about heritage in any way for Rolex, then no way.
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16 January 2023, 03:58 PM | #6 |
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Looking at this trade you could say if you don’t care for the Comex relevance to the submariner history then yes.
But if you do value this significance, this is a trade I would not make. Rare mint condition Comex Submariners are like hens teeth and as previous members have mentioned the 5990A most likely see larger production numbers and is still in production. |
16 January 2023, 04:12 PM | #7 |
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Hell no why would you even consider it this ? I’m not even a Rolex lover but this is a piece of history I’m great condition
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16 January 2023, 04:58 PM | #8 |
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The Rolex other than having the word "COMEX" added to its dial, it's just a vintage Sub.
The PP is a modern art piece that someone really put a lot of care to craft. |
16 January 2023, 09:04 PM | #9 |
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Nope, I wouldn't trade it. COMEX subs are extremely rare and will never be produced again.
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16 January 2023, 10:50 PM | #10 |
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If you wait five years you'll be able to do this trade for an NIB 5990 and an NIB 5811.
I'd wait. |
16 January 2023, 10:56 PM | #11 |
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16 January 2023, 11:48 PM | #12 |
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Depends where you stand on owning rarity vs owning enjoyment.
5990 is far more enjoyable, useful and technically accomplished to live with. Yes a comex sub/sd is arguably rare, but some say mainly given to office staff and never saw service (no idea how accurate this is). As I have no affinity to owning such a thing, (maybe extra print on the dial might be an avenue I go down once I have everything else in future) I would easily do this trade and actually look for a nice condition 5513 if I wanted to keep the flame alive for that particular era of subs. Its like the Tiffany dial or double stamped pateks, they just dont interest me in the way it does some. Rarity aside, its the watch that does it for me, not what's printed on the dial. |
16 January 2023, 11:55 PM | #13 |
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definitely yes, i will wear the 5990. the comex should be a safe queen and there's no way to enjoy it
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17 January 2023, 12:26 AM | #14 |
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17 January 2023, 12:29 AM | #15 |
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It’s trending about the same on this forum. Interesting.
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=888610 |
17 January 2023, 12:35 AM | #16 |
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Nope.
Comex is rare and do not sell. 5990 can be bought anytime. Regular production.
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17 January 2023, 04:00 AM | #17 |
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The Rolex is collectible, but isn't otherwise special. Let's be honest, it is a dial with some printing on it. If you're looking for a long-term hold and investment, the Comex is probably better.
Now, if you're talking about a watch you want to wear, there's no question the PP is superior.
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17 January 2023, 07:40 AM | #19 |
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I would rather wear a 5990 than a vintage sub 1000x over, but if I had a COMEX in the safe, I'd leave it there.
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17 January 2023, 08:16 AM | #20 |
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I don’t know about your financial standing, but if I purchased it at the sort of money they were 20 or 30 years ago for example, then I would absolutely do it, as I’d never be able to purchase the PP at its cost right now.
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18 January 2023, 12:07 AM | #21 |
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What about a 5990 with Tiffany stamp?
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18 January 2023, 01:40 AM | #22 |
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For somebody who'd never be able to purchase the 5990 my recommendation would be to sell the Comex in order to invest the money. They'd have too much money tight up in one watch no matter which.
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18 January 2023, 03:41 AM | #23 | |
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I am a bit biased since 5990/1A is my holy grail watch :) |
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22 January 2023, 07:34 PM | #24 |
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The comex is charming. The other one isn't.
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22 January 2023, 10:40 PM | #25 |
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The Comex is very very rare but if the trade is for 5990/1R, I will go for it.
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22 January 2023, 11:09 PM | #27 |
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I may have missed in it in either of your threads, but do you wear the Comex?
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22 January 2023, 11:58 PM | #28 |
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23 January 2023, 12:00 AM | #29 |
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For Steel, NO.
Keep it longer, you will get a lot more money.
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Absolutely not! The condition of that particular COMEX is really good.
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