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sleddog · 31 July 2009, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by emagni

For those who have a watch collection, would you sell some your watches to obtain your present grail, saying that you haven't done so yet? I'm itching to sell some in my collection to obtain the day-date II in platinum with the glacier blue dial. I can't seem to get that watch out of my mine

I have to say there are reasons for me to rethink this plus it would require additional funds to aquire it:
- Sea-Dweller (high probability that they will not make this model any more)
- TT GMTc (pre-owned model has depreciated greatly)
- TT Date-just solid jubilee bracelet with fluted bezel (pre-owned model has depreciated greatly)

Maybe it is more fun to save up and retain the rest to wear a different day of the week. Your thoughts?

Dont do it!!! Every Rolex I have sold I have always regreted!!

(Yet I still do it) Most recent was my "Z" Sea Dweller.....
Save the money,buy the Plat DD,and keep your collection....Even if it takes a couple of years to aquire!!

pz93c · 31 July 2009, 03:48 PM

I sold a number of watches to buy my current Rolex.

Never a regret.

allanofcalifornia · 31 July 2009, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by pz93c

I sold a number of watches to buy my current Rolex.

Never a regret.

Allan

DadsWatch72 · 31 July 2009, 03:52 PM

You guys are confusing me.

Singslinger · 31 July 2009, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by AWATCH

Every now and then for a second or two the thought does cross my mind, however when i open the drawer and look at all my babies looking back up at me i just could not do it

al

I'm with you on this one! Many a time I've thought of selling 3-4 watches to buy my grail watch, which is either the meteorite Daytona or yellow gold Blue Sub, but each time I just can't bring myself to do it. I just can't do without the variety, I guess.

jets · 31 July 2009, 10:04 PM

These are problems I like hearing about!!! I've tried on that very watch and it feels substantial in the wrist let me tell you.

The only real negative to this is you will lose some variety which is nice when you get dressed and think about what you want to wear that day for example. However, I think trimming the collection for the good of the collection is good too. I'd probably let go of the TT GMTc, Daytona, and either the Pan or Cartier. Reason being you'll still have a SD which R no make no more and its NICE and this way you still have a TT to work with (DJ). Besides, a man always needs a sub or SD in the treasure chest. Daytona you can always get again because they're not going anywhere and ppl will pay for it and finally selling the DJ just won't fetch a good buck IMO. Then add some moolah and there you go.

In the end it's your call

Dan Pierce · 31 July 2009, 10:20 PM

The ones I have now are my grails and never thought I'd be lucky enough to even own these. Plus they have the variety I enjoy.

dP

emagni · 1 August 2009, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

The ones I have now are my grails and never thought I'd be lucky enough to even own these. Plus they have the variety I enjoy.

dP

That is such a true statement. Watches I've own has always been those that I wanted at one time or another....and still do.

emagni · 1 August 2009, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by jets

These are problems I like hearing about!!! I've tried on that very watch and it feels substantial in the wrist let me tell you.

The only real negative to this is you will lose some variety which is nice when you get dressed and think about what you want to wear that day for example. However, I think trimming the collection for the good of the collection is good too. I'd probably let go of the TT GMTc, Daytona, and either the Pan or Cartier. Reason being you'll still have a SD which R no make no more and its NICE and this way you still have a TT to work with (DJ). Besides, a man always needs a sub or SD in the treasure chest. Daytona you can always get again because they're not going anywhere and ppl will pay for it and finally selling the DJ just won't fetch a good buck IMO. Then add some moolah and there you go.

In the end it's your call

What a great issue to have don't you think? It's always bitter sweet to shed and grow your collection. Something to always look forward to. Balancing financial responsibility with what we really want in life. At first it was the Daytona and then it was the 18kt Gold GMT IIc. Now, it's the Platinum Day-Date II. I thought I've reached the pinnacle with each watch, but I always find something else I want....which is a good thing.

beshannon · 1 August 2009, 01:28 AM

I am still thinking about selling my no date Sub and adding those funds to my cash to get either a Milgauss or a GMT IIc.

I still cannot bring myself to part with my Sub, even for one of these two.

Ranfni · 1 August 2009, 01:45 AM

a friend of mine told me once that you should never sell your watches...I wish I would have listened to him...

DadsWatch72 · 1 August 2009, 04:03 AM

The platty with the ice blue is another example of Rolex producing an extreme watch. This model doesn't go to the bottom of the ocean or mack 10, but it does go to the top in regards to precious metals. Platinum is more precious than gold. Its unique.

emagni · 1 August 2009, 06:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DadsWatch72

The platty with the ice blue is another example of Rolex producing an extreme watch. This model doesn't go to the bottom of the ocean or mack 10, but it does go to the top in regards to precious metals. Platinum is more precious than gold. Its unique.

It is definite more jewelry than watch. How many people here feel like they should have waited and save up for their ultimate grail if they had to do it all over again?

DadsWatch72 · 1 August 2009, 07:03 AM

I honestly didn't know my watch was a "grail" watch until I looked it up online a few days before I joined this forum. I have had the watch since 1993 and have been wearing it throughout that time. I almost lost it once while on a JetSki. I made a sharp turn and flew off. As soon as I hit the water the watch flew off my wrist since the clasp is worn. In a split second I reached out and swept my arm through the water. It was pure luck but I got it. I would have never found it since the lake was a muddy mess. This was Lake Fort Phantom near Abilene Texas. There is a tale of a ghost that is said to haunt the lake area. Here is a link.

http://www.sgha.net/tx/abilene/ftphantominvest1.html

emagni · 1 August 2009, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by John685

I did just that Emagni. The YG DD was my grail and I decided to part with both of my DJ's. I sold one and bought the DD about a year ago, thinking I might want the other DJ as a rotation. I have worn the DD ever since and haven't been tempted to switch with the DJ. Therefore, the other DJ will be up for sale soon.

Totally understand where you are coming from, bought my 18kt gold gmt IIc and haven't worn my DJ as much.

emagni · 1 August 2009, 01:13 PM

So folks, looks like I pretty much made up my mind. Going to keep all of my babies and wait to buy a pre-owned Platinum Day Date II when they come up. Hopefully it will be in the mid to lower $20ks by then. That way I don't have to worry about the spread as much from $33k - $34k. Wish me good luck and lots of patience.

31 July 2009, 10:04 PM	#36
jets "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Mario Location: CANADA Posts: 2,483	These are problems I like hearing about!!! I've tried on that very watch and it feels substantial in the wrist let me tell you. The only real negative to this is you will lose some variety which is nice when you get dressed and think about what you want to wear that day for example. However, I think trimming the collection for the good of the collection is good too. I'd probably let go of the TT GMTc, Daytona, and either the Pan or Cartier. Reason being you'll still have a SD which R no make no more and its NICE and this way you still have a TT to work with (DJ). Besides, a man always needs a sub or SD in the treasure chest. Daytona you can always get again because they're not going anywhere and ppl will pay for it and finally selling the DJ just won't fetch a good buck IMO. Then add some moolah and there you go. In the end it's your call __________________ ♛ DJII 116234 · Submariner 126610LV · Yacht Master 42 226659 ✿ Pelagos 25600TN Ω X-33 Speedmaster Skywalker · 1861 Speedmaster Modsukoshi · SMP 2254.50 · SMP 2230.50 NAC · Seamaster 300 166.0324 · Genève 162.037 Seiko SLA033 Willard · SKX007

31 July 2009, 10:20 PM	#37
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,789	The ones I have now are my grails and never thought I'd be lucky enough to even own these. Plus they have the variety I enjoy. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

1 August 2009, 01:28 AM	#40
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,895	I am still thinking about selling my no date Sub and adding those funds to my cash to get either a Milgauss or a GMT IIc. I still cannot bring myself to part with my Sub, even for one of these two. __________________ Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Glashutte Senator Exellence, Rolex 116710 GMT Master II BLNR, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent

31 July 2009, 03:48 PM	#32
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	I sold a number of watches to buy my current Rolex. Never a regret.

31 July 2009, 03:52 PM	#34
DadsWatch72 Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: DRSD 1665 #3551XXX Posts: 2,401	You guys are confusing me.

1 August 2009, 01:45 AM	#41
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	a friend of mine told me once that you should never sell your watches...I wish I would have listened to him...

1 August 2009, 04:03 AM	#42
DadsWatch72 Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: DRSD 1665 #3551XXX Posts: 2,401	The platty with the ice blue is another example of Rolex producing an extreme watch. This model doesn't go to the bottom of the ocean or mack 10, but it does go to the top in regards to precious metals. Platinum is more precious than gold. Its unique.

1 August 2009, 07:03 AM	#44
DadsWatch72 Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: DRSD 1665 #3551XXX Posts: 2,401	I honestly didn't know my watch was a "grail" watch until I looked it up online a few days before I joined this forum. I have had the watch since 1993 and have been wearing it throughout that time. I almost lost it once while on a JetSki. I made a sharp turn and flew off. As soon as I hit the water the watch flew off my wrist since the clasp is worn. In a split second I reached out and swept my arm through the water. It was pure luck but I got it. I would have never found it since the lake was a muddy mess. This was Lake Fort Phantom near Abilene Texas. There is a tale of a ghost that is said to haunt the lake area. Here is a link. http://www.sgha.net/tx/abilene/ftphantominvest1.html

1 August 2009, 01:13 PM	#46
emagni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: on Earth Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,283	So folks, looks like I pretty much made up my mind. Going to keep all of my babies and wait to buy a pre-owned Platinum Day Date II when they come up. Hopefully it will be in the mid to lower $20ks by then. That way I don't have to worry about the spread as much from $33k - $34k. Wish me good luck and lots of patience.

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