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Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 10:51 PM

Don’t get me wrong, I love my 116710BLNR, and have had it since 2014. I was lucky enough to pay below retail at the time.

With how crazy pricing has gotten, I’m scratching my head and actually considering selling, and purchasing two pieces with the proceeds. Pics of the two potential replacements below - I’ve done the math and it would be a pretty even trade all said and done.

Curious to know, would you make that trade? Or do you think it’s crazy talk to consider parting with the original Batman? (Pics are not mine)

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watchwatcher · 11 May 2019, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

Don’t get me wrong, I love my 116710BLNR, and have had it since 2014.

Then if you really do, nothing else you say after this sentence really matters.

Chadridv · 11 May 2019, 10:59 PM

I’d personally get more use out of the BLNR than those two, but i don’t hate the trade.

If you’ve kind of lost love for the BLNR it makes sense to strike while the iron is hot and get the most out of the value.

Dsmith1974 · 11 May 2019, 11:00 PM

Sure for those two I would consider it. You’d still a great GMT (arguably a better one) and a nice MG. MGs feel great on.

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Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

Then if you really do, nothing else you say after this sentence really matters.

But I could learn to love another

My thought process is two new loves for the price of one...

lhawli · 11 May 2019, 11:04 PM

Seems like the money got you more than the love for the BLNR!

Let’s put it this way, my BLNR is also one I was lucky to get at MSRP in 2018 and knowing full well I can get more than double what I paid for it I would not consider sell it! That’s because my love for the BLNR is greater than the money / trade I know I can get.

Is it a crazy trade - no but I wouldn’t do it!

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Vipes · 11 May 2019, 11:08 PM

I’ve considered adding a Pepsi but not at the expense of my BLNR. It is one of the nicest looking modern Rolexes, IMO.

jblay · 11 May 2019, 11:08 PM

So you can sell your BLNR and get a BLRO and an OP? It’s obviously a wash on the GMTs as long as the conditions of both watches are similar and have the same accessories (b&p). Do you like the BLRO as much?

If you have any emotional attachment to your Batman, don’t do it, but if it has no significant meaning I’d go for it in a heart beat. You end up with the same functionality of the GMT, a little new color on the wrist, and more options when you are in the mood for something else!

Just look at that Batman twice because it will be a while before the craziness ends and you can get another one at a reasonable price!

Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by lhawli

Seems like the money got you more than the love for the BLNR!

It's the love of watches that got me! I wish I could have them all, but that's not possible, so having two different pieces I could also love is tempting and would add more variety to my collection.

But of course I would miss my BLNR, just don't know right now if I'd be happy with the trade a few years down the road. It's a tough call as I know full well I'd never acquire another BLNR again.

watchwatcher · 11 May 2019, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

But I could learn to love another

My thought process is two new loves for the price of one...

That's one of those theories that looks good on paper but doesn't work in real life.

If you really do love your BLNR, then you'll miss it when it's gone and end up paying a lot more to get it back. I've been there, unfortunately.

But hey, do what makes you happy.

Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

That's one of those theories that looks good on paper but doesn't work in real life.

If you really do love your BLNR, then you'll miss it when it's gone and end up paying a lot more to get it back. I've been there, unfortunately.

But hey, do what makes you happy.

Thanks Larry. I appreciate your thoughts!

Dsmith1974 · 11 May 2019, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

It's the love of watches that got me! I wish I could have them all, but that's not possible, so having two different pieces I could also love is tempting and would add more variety to my collection.

But of course I would miss my BLNR, just don't know right now if I'd be happy with the trade a few years down the road. It's a tough call as I know full well I'd never acquire another BLNR again.

Don’t worry about it. You’re staying loyal to the GMT. Just in a purer form - tracing the roots back. The MG is an added bonus. Relax and enjoy!

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delboylee · 11 May 2019, 11:32 PM

Tough one. It’s not a bad trade tbh

burnthesehills · 11 May 2019, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

Sure for those two I would consider it. You’d still a great GMT (arguably a better one) and a nice MG. MGs feel great on.

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That is not an MG.

Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Dsmith1974

Don’t worry about it. You’re staying loyal to the GMT. Just in a purer form - tracing the roots back. The MG is an added bonus. Relax and enjoy!

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My thinking exactly! The second watch is not a MG, it's the new OP39.

burnthesehills · 11 May 2019, 11:33 PM

I think you will end up regretting it.

mcbain · 11 May 2019, 11:35 PM

Yes to the trade but it would have to be the Explorer instead of the OP for me.

Mattomatic · 11 May 2019, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by delboylee

Tough one. It’s not a bad trade tbh

Right??

JMtimes5 · 11 May 2019, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

But of course I would miss my BLNR, just don't know right now if I'd be happy with the trade a few years down the road. It's a tough call as I know full well I'd never acquire another BLNR again.

Like any other modern Rolex, the BLNR is mass produced. Certainly you can acquire one later if you want.

I would consider the trade. GMT for a GMT plus a bonus daily wear do anything watch. The white OP39 is a nice piece in person.
Good luck.
Peace!

Dsmith1974 · 11 May 2019, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

My thinking exactly! The second watch is not a MG, it's the new OP39.

Oh sorry. Well regardless, the important bit is you have a 16710! Anything else is a bonus. At least that’s how I see it.

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brandrea · 11 May 2019, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by watchwatcher

That's one of those theories that looks good on paper but doesn't work in real life.

If you really do love your BLNR, then you'll miss it when it's gone and end up paying a lot more to get it back. I've been there, unfortunately.

But hey, do what makes you happy.

Yep, been there done that ...

Jg422 · 11 May 2019, 11:58 PM

I wouldn’t do this trade because the resale value of the pieces you are considering will be less than the value of the BLNR if you want to flip them later. I would use the BLNR toward something that’s a bit more of a stretch

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Pw92676 · 12 May 2019, 12:00 AM

I’d sell the blnr now and pick up two, probably not those two though. Regardless I see your thought processes and dont disagree with it at all

~JJ · 12 May 2019, 12:07 AM

I would. I prefer the bezel font on the 16710... the blnr font is way too large for me. However, the second watch would be an explorer for me.

delboylee · 12 May 2019, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

Right??

I am thinking along the same lines as you. Take advantage of the market and sell my blnr which I got for retail in 2015 and get 2 watches. I like the variety! For me, I just need to decide which two....

Mattomatic · 12 May 2019, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by delboylee

I like the variety! For me, I just need to decide which two....

Any thoughts of what you would get?

bigfatpauli · 12 May 2019, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by ~JJ

I would. I prefer the bezel font on the 16710... the blnr font is way too large for me. However, the second watch would be an explorer for me.

Me too.

mcbain · 12 May 2019, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by bigfatpauli

Me too.

Me three. Font is better on the 16710, not to mention with very little money you can transform it into a Coke or LN, and then it's like you have 2 more watches. Add a Jubilee and you now have a 6 in 1.

Cru Jones · 12 May 2019, 02:54 AM

I’d flip the 4-year old BLNR for cash and buy a new BLNR with jubilee at MSRP.

123Blueface · 12 May 2019, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattomatic

It's the love of watches that got me! I wish I could have them all, but that's not possible, so having two different pieces I could also love is tempting and would add more variety to my collection.

But of course I would miss my BLNR, just don't know right now if I'd be happy with the trade a few years down the road. It's a tough call as I know full well I'd never acquire another BLNR again.

Yup, can totally understand that.
More is fun BUT more important to me is really, really loving what I get. I have yet to ever imagine selling or trading a watch. Prefer to bite the bullet, save, and eventually add to collection.

Sounds like it will really hurt getting rid of that BLNR. Having one myself, can understand why. Keep it, save money and add another later.

11 May 2019, 10:51 PM	#1
Mattomatic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Matt Location: Toronto, ON Watch: Explorer 1 Posts: 292	Would you make this trade? BLNR content. Don’t get me wrong, I love my 116710BLNR, and have had it since 2014. I was lucky enough to pay below retail at the time. With how crazy pricing has gotten, I’m scratching my head and actually considering selling, and purchasing two pieces with the proceeds. Pics of the two potential replacements below - I’ve done the math and it would be a pretty even trade all said and done. Curious to know, would you make that trade? Or do you think it’s crazy talk to consider parting with the original Batman? (Pics are not mine) (@rolexdiver) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ -------------------------------- 116710BLNR - DJ 1601- Explorer 124270 - Pepsi 16710 http://instagram.com/timetowatch

11 May 2019, 10:59 PM	#3
Chadridv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chadri Location: LI, NY Watch: 116610LV Posts: 11,343	I’d personally get more use out of the BLNR than those two, but i don’t hate the trade. If you’ve kind of lost love for the BLNR it makes sense to strike while the iron is hot and get the most out of the value. __________________ - i͞n͟s͞t͟a͞g͞r͟a͞m͞ @ⓒⓄⓁⒹⓒⒶⓈⒺⓦⒶⒶⓉⒸⒽⒺⓈ

11 May 2019, 11:04 PM	#6
lhawli "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 1,256	Would you make this trade? BLNR content. Seems like the money got you more than the love for the BLNR! Let’s put it this way, my BLNR is also one I was lucky to get at MSRP in 2018 and knowing full well I can get more than double what I paid for it I would not consider sell it! That’s because my love for the BLNR is greater than the money / trade I know I can get. Is it a crazy trade - no but I wouldn’t do it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ AP Royal Oak [15400ST.01] Rolex DateJust 41 [126334] Rolex Submariner Date [116610LV] Rolex GMT Master II [116710BLNR] Rolex Cosmograph Daytona [116500LN]

11 May 2019, 11:00 PM	#4
Dsmith1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Duncan Location: London Watch: DD 40 Posts: 2,262	Sure for those two I would consider it. You’d still a great GMT (arguably a better one) and a nice MG. MGs feel great on. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

11 May 2019, 11:08 PM	#7
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,838	I’ve considered adding a Pepsi but not at the expense of my BLNR. It is one of the nicest looking modern Rolexes, IMO.

11 May 2019, 11:08 PM	#8
jblay "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: NV Posts: 25	So you can sell your BLNR and get a BLRO and an OP? It’s obviously a wash on the GMTs as long as the conditions of both watches are similar and have the same accessories (b&p). Do you like the BLRO as much? If you have any emotional attachment to your Batman, don’t do it, but if it has no significant meaning I’d go for it in a heart beat. You end up with the same functionality of the GMT, a little new color on the wrist, and more options when you are in the mood for something else! Just look at that Batman twice because it will be a while before the craziness ends and you can get another one at a reasonable price!

11 May 2019, 11:32 PM	#13
delboylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: England Posts: 341	Tough one. It’s not a bad trade tbh

11 May 2019, 11:33 PM	#16
burnthesehills "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Joe Location: Western MA Posts: 1,209	I think you will end up regretting it.

11 May 2019, 11:35 PM	#17
mcbain "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Toronto Posts: 24	Yes to the trade but it would have to be the Explorer instead of the OP for me.

11 May 2019, 11:58 PM	#22
Jg422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: NYC Posts: 296	I wouldn’t do this trade because the resale value of the pieces you are considering will be less than the value of the BLNR if you want to flip them later. I would use the BLNR toward something that’s a bit more of a stretch Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 May 2019, 12:00 AM	#23
Pw92676 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,134	I’d sell the blnr now and pick up two, probably not those two though. Regardless I see your thought processes and dont disagree with it at all

12 May 2019, 12:07 AM	#24
~JJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: explorer Posts: 2,131	I would. I prefer the bezel font on the 16710... the blnr font is way too large for me. However, the second watch would be an explorer for me.

12 May 2019, 02:54 AM	#29
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,502	I’d flip the 4-year old BLNR for cash and buy a new BLNR with jubilee at MSRP.

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