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houls61 · 13 February 2019, 06:58 AM

I was browsing around my local Omega boutique today and I tried on the newest SMPc and an Aqua Terra on rubber with deployant. I was very impressed with both pieces. The salesman was admiring my two month old 116610LN Sub Date and mentioned if I had the box papers they’d take my watch plus $500 for the two Omega’s. He figured $4K for the SMP and $4500 for the AT and they valued the Sub at $8K so I’d throw in $500 to top off. Honestly it took all of my willpower to not make that deal. Would you have done it?

JohanG · 13 February 2019, 07:00 AM

wouldn't trade a Rolex Sub. Best in class.

samson66 · 13 February 2019, 07:00 AM

Hard to part with a Sub, especially given today's AD situation, but I do completely love both of those Omegas!

s2h904 · 13 February 2019, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JohanG

wouldn't trade a Rolex Sub. Best in class.

+1 Amen!

Wahlberg · 13 February 2019, 07:03 AM

No

or if you really want to

Sell yours for 10k
Buy both for 3k a piece, they give discounts on these (at least I heard).
Keep the extra money in your pocket.

burnthesehills · 13 February 2019, 07:04 AM

They will probably turn around and sell your Sub Date for 9K and then use the $500 cash to throw an office party.

ap1 · 13 February 2019, 07:05 AM

Yeah you can do better money wise but ADs always under offer

hon · 13 February 2019, 07:06 AM

Never.
can buy omega anytime but good luck finding a sub or any SS.

dhknola · 13 February 2019, 07:10 AM

Yeah, the Omega AD made a good offer, but not great. Just buy the Omega you want and keep the sub. The Omega(s) will be worth 35-50% less as soon as you walk out of the boutique.

artschool · 13 February 2019, 07:12 AM

yes if it had been a speedmaster

Rolly.BT · 13 February 2019, 07:13 AM

No way. You'll end up missing and regretting it!

Psijason · 13 February 2019, 07:14 AM

No way!

Jhowton23 · 13 February 2019, 07:16 AM

you were right to walk away....and i love both of those omegas

HogwldFLTR · 13 February 2019, 07:23 AM

Just say no!!! Depreciation is terrible on Omegas.

NJRolexFan · 13 February 2019, 07:25 AM

Would not even think about doing that. There are some Omega ADs out there that will give you 25-30% off MSRP.

Zuger · 13 February 2019, 07:25 AM

Don't do it!

thesharkfactor · 13 February 2019, 07:25 AM

Never mind parting with a Submariner Date, but part with one of the last Subs with a 3135? No way!!

SN13 · 13 February 2019, 07:29 AM

No. Way.

Used prices on Omega vs Used on Rolex = 3:1.

Now if they offered you THIS: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/w...23150392106002

Then go for it.

FlyDuc78 · 13 February 2019, 07:30 AM

I wouldn't trade it since in 10 yrs your Sub would still likely to keep its value but Omega would probably be worth much less than how much you paid for them now.

Junior_ · 13 February 2019, 07:35 AM

Not a chance in hell would I take that deal.

Just on dollars - street price of the Aqua Terra is about $4,000 and $4,500 for the SMP. So, $9000.00 for the Sub. I mean, maybe a wash in cash.

But on the whole Rolex v. Omega thing? There's no way unless you're an Omega guy. If you are, why'd you get a Sub and not those two Omegas? I assume you're a Rolex guy, so you made the right call.

Harry-57 · 13 February 2019, 07:35 AM

No.

Carry The Interest · 13 February 2019, 07:36 AM

No chance I would do this. Glad to hear you walked away.

subtona · 13 February 2019, 07:37 AM

Not me.

Maxy · 13 February 2019, 07:38 AM

Maybe if they throw in a Moonwatch as well!

carlhaluss · 13 February 2019, 07:43 AM

While I have always been a huge Omega fan, I would not have done that deal either. There are many, many SMPc and Aqua Terra models immediately available. I see those two every time I visit the Boutique. I will admit, they are both excellent models. And I have really looked long and hard at the new SMPc. While I agree it is a lot of watch for the money, there is something about it that holds me back, and makes me lean toward the Rolex. So I have ended up ordering a Subc 114060. I still think it - and your's as well - are both better than the Omega. Not even to mention the comparison in resale values. When I try on the Omega SMPc it somehow feels more like a dress watch to me than the Rolex SubC. No offense meant, but I still feel Rolex has the best build quality.

Cheers,
Carl

Brian Page · 13 February 2019, 07:44 AM

Never, glad you didn't do it.

Robertolewis · 13 February 2019, 07:47 AM

My Omega guy offered me $20k store credit for my worn Daytona C.

Playinwittime · 13 February 2019, 07:48 AM

Love Omega too, but in no way would I give up my Sub, a watch that, presently, really cannot be re-acquired. Plus, it would take 2 Omegas time to save up to get back the Sub. Be glad you kept it.

FloridaRolexGuy23 · 13 February 2019, 07:49 AM

Never in a million years would I trade a Rolex for an Omega unless it was that white snoopy Daytona looking thing.

houls61 · 13 February 2019, 07:51 AM

Yes I’m glad I held firm. I’ll likely buy that AT at some point though. That watch was just mint and the rubber with deployant was much nicer than I expected. $5400 retail I should have no trouble getting it for around $4200-4300 I’m thinking.

13 February 2019, 06:58 AM	#1
houls61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116610LN Sub Date Posts: 416	Omega AD offered me two for my Sub Date I was browsing around my local Omega boutique today and I tried on the newest SMPc and an Aqua Terra on rubber with deployant. I was very impressed with both pieces. The salesman was admiring my two month old 116610LN Sub Date and mentioned if I had the box papers they’d take my watch plus $500 for the two Omega’s. He figured $4K for the SMP and $4500 for the AT and they valued the Sub at $8K so I’d throw in $500 to top off. Honestly it took all of my willpower to not make that deal. Would you have done it? __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Breitling Superocean 2 Tag Heuer Calibre 17 CAY2112 Chrono

13 February 2019, 07:00 AM	#2
JohanG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Johan Location: Sweden Watch: Rolex Posts: 150	wouldn't trade a Rolex Sub. Best in class. __________________ There's no such thing as a free lunch 114060/126710/16030

13 February 2019, 07:03 AM	#5
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,538	No or if you really want to Sell yours for 10k Buy both for 3k a piece, they give discounts on these (at least I heard). Keep the extra money in your pocket.

13 February 2019, 07:23 AM	#14
HogwldFLTR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: What's on my wrist Posts: 33,256	Just say no!!! Depreciation is terrible on Omegas. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

13 February 2019, 07:30 AM	#19
FlyDuc78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Sam Location: Monrovia, CA Watch: Rolex Day-Date YG Posts: 131	I wouldn't trade it since in 10 yrs your Sub would still likely to keep its value but Omega would probably be worth much less than how much you paid for them now. __________________ Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 - ON LOAN TO DAD Rolex Oysterquartz 17014 Rolex GMT-Master II 116710

13 February 2019, 07:00 AM	#3
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,934	Hard to part with a Sub, especially given today's AD situation, but I do completely love both of those Omegas!

13 February 2019, 07:04 AM	#6
burnthesehills "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Joe Location: Western MA Posts: 1,211	They will probably turn around and sell your Sub Date for 9K and then use the $500 cash to throw an office party.

13 February 2019, 07:05 AM	#7
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,064	Yeah you can do better money wise but ADs always under offer

13 February 2019, 07:06 AM	#8
hon "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: SG Posts: 41	Never. can buy omega anytime but good luck finding a sub or any SS.

13 February 2019, 07:10 AM	#9
dhknola "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: New Orleans Posts: 1,154	Yeah, the Omega AD made a good offer, but not great. Just buy the Omega you want and keep the sub. The Omega(s) will be worth 35-50% less as soon as you walk out of the boutique.

13 February 2019, 07:12 AM	#10
artschool "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: uk Posts: 1,214	yes if it had been a speedmaster

13 February 2019, 07:13 AM	#11
Rolly.BT "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Australia Posts: 194	No way. You'll end up missing and regretting it!

13 February 2019, 07:14 AM	#12
Psijason "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Jason Location: Boston Watch: Seamster 300 Green Posts: 1,617	No way!

13 February 2019, 07:16 AM	#13
Jhowton23 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: John Location: Northern VA Posts: 232	you were right to walk away....and i love both of those omegas

13 February 2019, 07:25 AM	#15
NJRolexFan 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: NJ Posts: 323	Would not even think about doing that. There are some Omega ADs out there that will give you 25-30% off MSRP.

13 February 2019, 07:25 AM	#16
Zuger "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: me set the time Posts: 2,518	Don't do it!

13 February 2019, 07:25 AM	#17
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,499	Never mind parting with a Submariner Date, but part with one of the last Subs with a 3135? No way!!

13 February 2019, 07:29 AM	#18
SN13 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 1,124	No. Way. Used prices on Omega vs Used on Rolex = 3:1. Now if they offered you THIS: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/w...23150392106002 Then go for it.

13 February 2019, 07:35 AM	#20
Junior_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: John Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex 114060 Posts: 658	Not a chance in hell would I take that deal. Just on dollars - street price of the Aqua Terra is about $4,000 and $4,500 for the SMP. So, $9000.00 for the Sub. I mean, maybe a wash in cash. But on the whole Rolex v. Omega thing? There's no way unless you're an Omega guy. If you are, why'd you get a Sub and not those two Omegas? I assume you're a Rolex guy, so you made the right call.

13 February 2019, 07:35 AM	#21
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,704	No.

13 February 2019, 07:36 AM	#22
Carry The Interest "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 3,410	No chance I would do this. Glad to hear you walked away.

13 February 2019, 07:37 AM	#23
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,016	Not me. __________________

13 February 2019, 07:38 AM	#24
Maxy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: TX Watch: Daytona Posts: 3,225	Maybe if they throw in a Moonwatch as well!

13 February 2019, 07:43 AM	#25
carlhaluss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Carl Location: Vancouver, Canada Watch: Rolex Explorer 1 Posts: 1,780	While I have always been a huge Omega fan, I would not have done that deal either. There are many, many SMPc and Aqua Terra models immediately available. I see those two every time I visit the Boutique. I will admit, they are both excellent models. And I have really looked long and hard at the new SMPc. While I agree it is a lot of watch for the money, there is something about it that holds me back, and makes me lean toward the Rolex. So I have ended up ordering a Subc 114060. I still think it - and your's as well - are both better than the Omega. Not even to mention the comparison in resale values. When I try on the Omega SMPc it somehow feels more like a dress watch to me than the Rolex SubC. No offense meant, but I still feel Rolex has the best build quality. Cheers, Carl __________________ Those who possess a sense of entitlement are seldom satisfied.

13 February 2019, 07:44 AM	#26
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,529	Never, glad you didn't do it.

13 February 2019, 07:47 AM	#27
Robertolewis "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Rob Allen Location: Pennsylvania Watch: Daytona Posts: 97	My Omega guy offered me $20k store credit for my worn Daytona C.

13 February 2019, 07:48 AM	#28
Playinwittime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: out! I'm coming. Posts: 199	Love Omega too, but in no way would I give up my Sub, a watch that, presently, really cannot be re-acquired. Plus, it would take 2 Omegas time to save up to get back the Sub. Be glad you kept it.

13 February 2019, 07:49 AM	#29
FloridaRolexGuy23 Banned Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Steven Location: Naples FL Posts: 134	Never in a million years would I trade a Rolex for an Omega unless it was that white snoopy Daytona looking thing.

13 February 2019, 07:51 AM	#30
houls61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Boston, MA Watch: 116610LN Sub Date Posts: 416	Omega AD offered me two for my Sub Date Yes I’m glad I held firm. I’ll likely buy that AT at some point though. That watch was just mint and the rubber with deployant was much nicer than I expected. $5400 retail I should have no trouble getting it for around $4200-4300 I’m thinking. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 126710BLRO Rolex Submariner Date 116610LN Breitling Superocean 2 Tag Heuer Calibre 17 CAY2112 Chrono Last edited by houls61; 13 February 2019 at 07:53 AM.. Reason: Photo

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