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4 December 2018, 04:23 PM | #1 |
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1665 for 16520?
I was recently offered a 16520 A series (with paper, and box, no books and tags), for my 1665 Mk I GW (no papers, with box) and a US$13-14k top up on my end. I should say that my GW is all original, save for bezel insert. The 16520 looks to be in excellent condition.
Does that make sense at all? I have a weakness for the 16520, but that seems a wee bit rich for my blood. |
4 December 2018, 10:05 PM | #2 |
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No easy answer. Two very different watches and both gives a unique feel/look on the wrist. Personally I love both and am lucky enough to be the owner of a black dial A series 16520 and a 1665 GW. Should point out that it took me much longer to find a good condition 1665 than a 16520. It seems to me the GW is much rarer. I also like to wear the 1665 more, the thick dome and maxi markers makes it so standout (I'm sure you know). If possible, keep the 1665 and buy the 16520.
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4 December 2018, 10:10 PM | #3 |
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Makes no sense at all. It sounds like you're only considering it because it was offered to you, not because you actually want a Daytona.
Keep the 1665. As petehk mentioned, finding a good 1665 is far more difficult than a good 16520. I would take a 1665 over a 16520 all day long. |
4 December 2018, 10:23 PM | #4 |
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4 December 2018, 11:40 PM | #5 |
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Without proper photos this is a circle jerk.
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5 December 2018, 08:29 AM | #6 |
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Not a good trade for me. You should know what you want anyway, so go for it if you think you want to.
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5 December 2018, 11:51 AM | #7 |
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I would not but depends on condition of both. Post some pics.
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5 December 2018, 11:55 AM | #8 |
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Not a chance..I like the 1665 a whole hell of a lot more than any modern Daytona
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6 December 2018, 02:57 AM | #9 |
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6 December 2018, 03:45 AM | #10 |
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You will regret the trade in a major way. These chronos are cool and even cooler if you use them, but if you do not time anything; I feel they get old quick.
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10 December 2018, 01:08 PM | #11 |
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Thanks gents, always helpful to hear from collectors much more experienced than myself!
It will be a wrench no doubt. The 1665 is one of my first vintage finds and even though it wears a bit small on the wrist, you can't beat the acrylic dome and that matt dial! Will post pics shortly for context (once I fine a reliable way to do this... still getting the hang of the process)! |
10 December 2018, 03:07 PM | #12 |
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10 December 2018, 04:17 PM | #13 |
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I have a soft spot for vintage Daytonas. So I vote 16520.
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7 January 2019, 10:45 PM | #14 |
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Finally managed a way to upload pics of my 1665, and the 16520 on offer (at a hefty top up!)
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8 January 2019, 02:31 AM | #15 |
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No way...Keep the 1665! She's a beauty!
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8 January 2019, 02:49 AM | #16 |
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The dweller wears small on your wrist?
13-14k top up is nuts. Even at todays hyped up Daytona prices. I wouldn’t even trade them straight.
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8 January 2019, 02:50 AM | #17 |
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Heck NOOOOOOO!!!!
1665 is the BOMB!!! Yours is quite stunning... GREAT WHITE GREAT WHITE!!! |
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8 January 2019, 03:21 AM | #19 |
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Keep the GW!! I can’t nearly ready the time on a 16520, the dial is so busy...!
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8 January 2019, 11:06 AM | #20 |
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Counter at 8K USD top up (Only if papers are punched)...full set 16520s going for 30K USD...you still need to get the booklets.
GW is cool, but if you desire a change up a full set 16520 is something cool to transition into. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk |
8 January 2019, 01:21 PM | #21 |
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No chance if it were me. GW all the way.
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8 January 2019, 01:23 PM | #22 |
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That is a no-go in my book
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8 January 2019, 01:25 PM | #23 |
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I have a 16520, I love the watch, wouldn't part with it. But I don't hesitate to wear it because I know I can replace it fairly easily (not for what I paid, but). A nice 1665, that's a lot harder to come by. I think you might regret this.
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