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Old 17 October 2018, 09:23 PM   #1
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swap 3 for 1 AP

Hello everyone.

I'll get straight to the point. I might be selling my 116710BLNR, 116622 Rhodium Dial, and Hublot Classic Fusion Black Magic Alligator strap to get AP Offshore 26405CE.00.A002CA.02. I do have some feelings that I might regret that swap big time!

What do you guys think?
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:03 AM   #2
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Do you have other watches in your collection or will the AP be your one and only?

Also you have tried it on right? That’s a big watch!
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:04 AM   #3
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The CE44mm is an AMAZING watch but regret depends what else you have in the collection. If you are thinking of getting rid of all your rolexes I would probably try to hang on the the BLNR and still get the CE44mm.
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Old 18 October 2018, 01:09 AM   #4
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The CE44mm is an AMAZING watch but regret depends what else you have in the collection. If you are thinking of getting rid of all your rolexes I would probably try to hang on the the BLNR and still get the CE44mm.
Me too try to keep the BLNR but if you can't then still go for it, CE you can wear everyday no worries.
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Old 18 October 2018, 02:04 AM   #5
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i would totally do it.
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Old 18 October 2018, 03:01 AM   #6
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Try to keep the BLNR if its possible.

The Hublot just has to go... regardless...

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Old 18 October 2018, 03:03 AM   #7
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Do you have anything else in your collection?

I guess I'm in the keep the more Rolex you can camp
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Old 18 October 2018, 04:18 AM   #8
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Jeez, it really depends on your own preferences, your other watches, and your functional needs. Value-wise (MSRP), seems like a reasonable trade.

I let my BLNR go while awaiting my Jumbo, and haven't lost any sleep over it. There's a lot to like about that watch, but I was never crazy about the slab sides or the fat lugs, and the PCLs prevented it from being an easy watch to just grab and go.

I like the Rhodium Dialed Yachtmaster a lot, and would probably pick that up in the future over another Maxi-Case GMT Master, but don't need it in my rotation.

I have no opinion on the Hublot.

The AP you have your eye on is a stunner, but it doesn't serve the same functional purposes as the BLNR or the Yachtmaster.
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Old 18 October 2018, 07:13 AM   #9
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First of all thanks for the opinions, much appreciated. Forgot to mention, my Hublot watch is Aerofusion (Skeleton) Black Ceramic 45MM.

As for my AP collection, I have a Royal Oak 41MM White dial and Offshore Safari. On the other hand, I got only those two rolexes.

The thing is, my favorite Watch brand is AP and I was thinking of adding the 44MM offshore to my collection. I still have a feeling that I might regret it, BLNR is hard to get, also I am very into my YM Platinum Bezel. Moreover, my wrist is pretty big to those rolexes :ROFL:

To sum everything up, shall I do this swap and later on get the Sky Dweller Blue dial and SD43 since my wrist size is big?
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Old 18 October 2018, 07:33 AM   #10
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To sum everything up, shall I do this swap and later on get the Sky Dweller Blue dial and SD43 since my wrist size is big?
In that case yes. RO 41mm a ROO 42mm and a ROO 44mm has all your AP bases covered. I personally like the SD43 or DSSD along with the blue Sky Dweller much more than the YM or GMT.
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Old 18 October 2018, 07:33 AM   #11
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That's a lot of pressure for 1 watch (if you don't have any others). I would keep the batman.
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Old 18 October 2018, 11:47 AM   #12
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I'd do it. You can add a Rolex back in the mix later
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:01 PM   #13
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Go for it. I would.
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:06 PM   #14
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You know, this may sound crazy, but I was always a chrono collector, every single watch I owned was a chrono, with the pinnacle for me being a Daytona.

Then I got the Submariner, DD followed, and I never knew how much I enjoyed having a second hand. Just really brings a watch alive for me. And those two spend most of the time on my wrist, which still surprises me.

If you get rid of those 3 watches for the AP Chrono, remember, the watch face of a chrono is static, not much interaction with it, I'm not a fan of leaving the chrono engaged either.

As mentioned, if you can swing keeping the BLNR, then go for it....just my two cents. :-)
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:09 PM   #15
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I would do it yes
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:12 PM   #16
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Did a similar trade today, to get the ROO RG44 I have wanted for years. And, I would do your trade, too. If the CE44 (an amazing watch, IMO) is the one you really want, I think you should pull the trigger and start enjoying your new watch.


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Old 18 October 2018, 12:24 PM   #17
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i'd keep the rolex and maybe trade the AP Safari and the Hublot.
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:25 PM   #18
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i'd keep either the batman or YM and swap the other 2 for a cheaper 42mm AP
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Old 18 October 2018, 12:46 PM   #19
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If you really like the AP, do it!
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Old 18 October 2018, 01:03 PM   #20
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Then I got the Submariner, DD followed, and I never knew how much I enjoyed having a second hand. Just really brings a watch alive for me. And those two spend most of the time on my wrist, which still surprises me.



If you get rid of those 3 watches for the AP Chrono, remember, the watch face of a chrono is static, not much interaction with it, I'm not a fan of leaving the chrono engaged either.

Second hands are overrated. ;-) Besides, OP has other watches with second hands. :-)

Don’t chronos usually include a running seconds subdial? My Speedmaster did, but I haven’t really looked closely at other chronographs.
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Old 18 October 2018, 01:07 PM   #21
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Second hands are overrated. ;-) Besides, OP has other watches with second hands. :-)

Don’t chronos usually include a running seconds subdial? My Speedmaster did, but I haven’t really looked closely at other chronographs.
Yea, but on the small sub-dial, not right in your face, guess I was second-hand deprived for too long....they hypnotize me now....
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Old 18 October 2018, 03:04 PM   #22
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Old 18 October 2018, 04:11 PM   #23
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Old 18 October 2018, 04:47 PM   #24
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Personally, I would sell the Safari and Hublot and get the 44CE.
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Old 18 October 2018, 09:05 PM   #25
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First of all thanks for the opinions, much appreciated. Forgot to mention, my Hublot watch is Aerofusion (Skeleton) Black Ceramic 45MM.

As for my AP collection, I have a Royal Oak 41MM White dial and Offshore Safari. On the other hand, I got only those two rolexes.

The thing is, my favorite Watch brand is AP and I was thinking of adding the 44MM offshore to my collection. I still have a feeling that I might regret it, BLNR is hard to get, also I am very into my YM Platinum Bezel. Moreover, my wrist is pretty big to those rolexes :ROFL:

To sum everything up, shall I do this swap and later on get the Sky Dweller Blue dial and SD43 since my wrist size is big?
Yes still do it. You are an AP guy with big wrists so the 44 is a must. If you feel you will really miss the hard to replace BLNR then keep it and trade the 42 Safari.
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Old 18 October 2018, 09:28 PM   #26
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for a Hublot sure... wouldn't want to give up both Rolex's

Hublot Classic Fusion Black Magic Alligator strap... 14 syllables is too many. I personally have a limit of no more than 10.
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Old 18 October 2018, 10:27 PM   #27
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I sold my BLNR to get the RO and no regrets.
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Old 19 October 2018, 01:51 AM   #28
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Only hold onto the BLNR (or any watch) if you will miss having it on your wrist, not because it is hard to get.

...unless you will miss having it because it is hard to get.
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Old 20 October 2018, 12:06 AM   #29
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Me too try to keep the BLNR but if you can't then still go for it, CE you can wear everyday no worries.
Agree with this
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Old 25 October 2018, 02:42 AM   #30
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I wouldn't give up the blnr
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