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rmlovett1 · 14 October 2023, 07:21 PM

It’s been a very “spendy” few weeks for me in the watch world. I’ve been trying to diversify my collection to not be as Rolex concentrated, and looking at quality vs quantity.
I expressed interest recently to a couple of the trusted sellers near me for the 15407ST….I received a call yesterday with an acceptable price point that I’d be willing to pull the trigger.
I certainly wasn’t thinking I’d get this opportunity this quickly, but I’m not going to pass it up.
I’ve spent a quite a bit recently, and I will lose a bit of money on the transaction/trade but, I’m going to move forward with a 2 pieces out, 1 in, (plus cash) deal. Leaving me with four Rolex I really love, and three non-Rolex I really love.
Haven’t decided which two I’ll be trading yet, I just know a few that absolutely won’t be leaving. Most likely a couple will leave that’ll be easy to replace down the road, or won’t be missed much.

If all goes according to plan…I’ll have a deal done, and the watch on my wrist Tuesday evening.

fskywalker · 14 October 2023, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rmlovett1

It’s been a very “spendy” few weeks for me in the watch world. I’ve been trying to diversify my collection to not be as Rolex concentrated, and looking at quality vs quantity.
I expressed interest recently to a couple of the trusted sellers near me for the 15407ST….I received a call yesterday with an acceptable price point that I’d be willing to pull the trigger.
I certainly wasn’t thinking I’d get this opportunity this quickly, but I’m not going to pass it up.
I’ve spent a quite a bit recently, and I will lose a bit of money on the transaction/trade but, I’m going to move forward with a 2 pieces out, 1 in, (plus cash) deal. Leaving me with four Rolex I really love, and three non-Rolex I really love.
Haven’t decided which two I’ll be trading yet, I just know a few that absolutely won’t be leaving. Most likely a couple will leave that’ll be easy to replace down the road, or won’t be missed much.

If all goes according to plan…I’ll have a deal done, and the watch on my wrist Tuesday evening.

Looking forward to see the new lineup Richard !!!

rcwatchcollector · 14 October 2023, 09:37 PM

Good idea. I started doing the same. Rolex just doesn’t hit the same for me anymore.

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1William · 14 October 2023, 10:16 PM

Interesting moves. I have gone down the consolidation route many times. I have found I typically circle back around and go back to what I liked to start with. Other brands other than Rolex appeal to me until I actually own them. The honeymoon phase wears off and I am back to wearing my Rolex/Tudor/Seiko/Hamilton combinations more. The new piece sits and then I get to the part where I resent having a watch that cost so much just sitting and me not thinking it is special. I then usually dance around a bit before I go back to what has always worked. I take a beating in trade values and it turns into an expensive experiment that I already know the outcome. But I still do it every few years. Good luck with your new watch. I am sure it is great.

ap1 · 14 October 2023, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 1William

Interesting moves. I have gone down the consolidation route many times. I have found I typically circle back around and go back to what I liked to start with. Other brands other than Rolex appeal to me until I actually own them. The honeymoon phase wears off and I am back to wearing my Rolex/Tudor/Seiko/Hamilton combinations more. The new piece sits and then I get to the part where I resent having a watch that cost so much just sitting and me not thinking it is special. I then usually dance around a bit before I go back to what has always worked. I take a beating in trade values and it turns into an expensive experiment that I already know the outcome. But I still do it every few years. Good luck with your new watch. I am sure it is great.

My man, we are two peas in a pod

Yes rich! The skeleton is the BEST

l_chissle · 15 October 2023, 02:20 AM

Curious, what does the collection look like today?

rmlovett1 · 15 October 2023, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by l_chissle

Curious, what does the collection look like today?

Rolex- 16233, 126718, 116758SANR, 116506, 126300, 116600
AP- 26405CE
PP- 5524G
Panerai- 48

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Vince_76 · 15 October 2023, 03:22 AM

Congrats! The most beautiful openworked imo and one of the best APs

m3tek44 · 15 October 2023, 04:25 AM

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Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Rolex- 16233, 126718, 116758SANR, 116506, 126300, 116600
AP- 26405CE
PP- 5524G
Panerai- 48

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That is rare collection you got there! And now AP Openworks?? BIG Congrats!

Armis · 15 October 2023, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by 1William

Interesting moves. I have gone down the consolidation route many times. I have found I typically circle back around and go back to what I liked to start with. Other brands other than Rolex appeal to me until I actually own them. The honeymoon phase wears off and I am back to wearing my Rolex/Tudor/Seiko/Hamilton combinations more. The new piece sits and then I get to the part where I resent having a watch that cost so much just sitting and me not thinking it is special. I then usually dance around a bit before I go back to what has always worked. I take a beating in trade values and it turns into an expensive experiment that I already know the outcome. But I still do it every few years. Good luck with your new watch. I am sure it is great.

Nicely summarized…I am awakening to this same reality.

Commandopat · 15 October 2023, 06:14 AM

Congrats - I can’t wait to see pics!

mickyd329 · 15 October 2023, 06:30 AM

Congrats in advance! Can't wait to see some pics. The dial is a real treat to look at. Also, you'll be amazed at how accurate the double balance movement is in time keeping.

Steele · 15 October 2023, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmlovett1

It’s been a very “spendy” few weeks for me in the watch world. I’ve been trying to diversify my collection to not be as Rolex concentrated, and looking at quality vs quantity.
I expressed interest recently to a couple of the trusted sellers near me for the 15407ST….I received a call yesterday with an acceptable price point that I’d be willing to pull the trigger.
I certainly wasn’t thinking I’d get this opportunity this quickly, but I’m not going to pass it up.
I’ve spent a quite a bit recently, and I will lose a bit of money on the transaction/trade but, I’m going to move forward with a 2 pieces out, 1 in, (plus cash) deal. Leaving me with four Rolex I really love, and three non-Rolex I really love.
Haven’t decided which two I’ll be trading yet, I just know a few that absolutely won’t be leaving. Most likely a couple will leave that’ll be easy to replace down the road, or won’t be missed much.

If all goes according to plan…I’ll have a deal done, and the watch on my wrist Tuesday evening.

I agree diversity is key for me and mixing it up with pieces that all have something special or a story are my goal

l_chissle · 15 October 2023, 07:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Rolex- 16233, 126718, 116758SANR, 116506, 126300, 116600
AP- 26405CE
PP- 5524G
Panerai- 48

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that is one bad ass collection

Palex · 15 October 2023, 05:19 PM

Interesting to follow this;-) Good luck!

Uppersouth · 16 October 2023, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Rolex- 16233, 126718, 116758SANR, 116506, 126300, 116600
AP- 26405CE
PP- 5524G
Panerai- 48

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Very nice collection! How do you like the 5524G? I’ve always liked the watch but wondered what the ownership experience is like. Does it get much wrist time for you?

rmlovett1 · 16 October 2023, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Uppersouth

Very nice collection! How do you like the 5524G? I’ve always liked the watch but wondered what the ownership experience is like. Does it get much wrist time for you?

Thank you. I love the 5524 and wear it in regular rotation. 2-4 times a week. I’ve had the 5712, 5990, as well as other Pateks….this is my favorite.

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APhound · 16 October 2023, 12:37 AM

That’s what I’m talking about!! I support this 10000%
Excited for you

Try not to worry too much about the trade in numbers. I know they seem bad, ask me how I know, but what you’re trading for is down too and ultimately these more special pieces like this will be stronger and you’d probably be worse off with what you had $ wise.

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Uppersouth · 16 October 2023, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by rmlovett1

Thank you. I love the 5524 and wear it in regular rotation. 2-4 times a week. I’ve had the 5712, 5990, as well as other Pateks….this is my favorite.

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Thanks for the feedback Richard. Also excited for your epic AP arrival this week!

brandrea · 16 October 2023, 01:38 AM

Very nice Richard, congratulations in advance

TopherMins · 16 October 2023, 02:19 AM

Congratulations! It is going to be hard wearing anything else.

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rmlovett1 · 16 October 2023, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Vince_76

Congrats! The most beautiful openworked imo and one of the best APs

Quote:

Originally Posted by m3tek44

That is rare collection you got there! And now AP Openworks?? BIG Congrats!

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Originally Posted by Commandopat

Congrats - I can’t wait to see pics!

Quote:

Originally Posted by mickyd329

Congrats in advance! Can't wait to see some pics. The dial is a real treat to look at. Also, you'll be amazed at how accurate the double balance movement is in time keeping.

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Originally Posted by l_chissle

that is one bad ass collection

Quote:

Originally Posted by Palex

Interesting to follow this;-) Good luck!

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Originally Posted by arbees319

That’s what I’m talking about!! I support this 10000%
Excited for you

Try not to worry too much about the trade in numbers. I know they seem bad, ask me how I know, but what you’re trading for is down too and ultimately these more special pieces like this will be stronger and you’d probably be worse off with what you had $ wise.

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Originally Posted by Uppersouth

Thanks for the feedback Richard. Also excited for your epic AP arrival this week!

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Very nice Richard, congratulations in advance

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Originally Posted by TopherMins

Congratulations! It is going to be hard wearing anything else.

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Thanks all for the kind words and feedback!

NiJaRo1225 · 16 October 2023, 03:39 AM

Going to be a nice addition to your collection, Richard!

Are you opting to keep the SANR along with the openwork AP?

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Subb · 16 October 2023, 04:01 AM

Congratulations in advance Richard.

rmlovett1 · 16 October 2023, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by NiJaRo1225

Going to be a nice addition to your collection, Richard!

Are you opting to keep the SANR along with the openwork AP?

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I haven’t decided which ones I’ll trade yet. I have until tomorrow morning to decide.

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Congratulations in advance Richard.

Thank you.

brucethemanlee · 16 October 2023, 11:32 AM

exciting !
congrats!

AEV · 16 October 2023, 10:20 PM

Congrats. My favorite AP by far.
Looking forward to the incoming pics.

Michael1968 · 16 October 2023, 11:58 PM

Congratulations
Enjoy it

RW16610 · 17 October 2023, 01:53 AM

Congratulations, Richard! Enjoy in good health.

rmlovett1 · 17 October 2023, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by brucethemanlee

exciting !
congrats!

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Originally Posted by AEV

Congrats. My favorite AP by far.
Looking forward to the incoming pics.

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Originally Posted by Michael1968

Congratulations
Enjoy it

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Originally Posted by RW16610

Congratulations, Richard! Enjoy in good health.

Thanks gentlemen !

14 October 2023, 07:21 PM	#1
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,571	Got a call…. It’s been a very “spendy” few weeks for me in the watch world. I’ve been trying to diversify my collection to not be as Rolex concentrated, and looking at quality vs quantity. I expressed interest recently to a couple of the trusted sellers near me for the 15407ST….I received a call yesterday with an acceptable price point that I’d be willing to pull the trigger. I certainly wasn’t thinking I’d get this opportunity this quickly, but I’m not going to pass it up. I’ve spent a quite a bit recently, and I will lose a bit of money on the transaction/trade but, I’m going to move forward with a 2 pieces out, 1 in, (plus cash) deal. Leaving me with four Rolex I really love, and three non-Rolex I really love. Haven’t decided which two I’ll be trading yet, I just know a few that absolutely won’t be leaving. Most likely a couple will leave that’ll be easy to replace down the road, or won’t be missed much. If all goes according to plan…I’ll have a deal done, and the watch on my wrist Tuesday evening.

15 October 2023, 06:14 AM	#11
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15 October 2023, 06:30 AM	#12
mickyd329 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Socal Watch: AP/PP/Rolex Posts: 1,789	Congrats in advance! Can't wait to see some pics. The dial is a real treat to look at. Also, you'll be amazed at how accurate the double balance movement is in time keeping. __________________ PP 5205G-013/ PP 5212A / AP 15416CE /26574 st QP/ AP 50th 16202st /AP 15500st Black / AP 26405CE / AP 77350CE / AP 15551st / AP 67540sk /Daytona C White/Rolex SS BLRO / Rolex Sub Green / Rolex Explorer II/ Rolex DJ Blue

16 October 2023, 12:37 AM	#18
APhound "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: USA Posts: 1,681	Got a call…. That’s what I’m talking about!! I support this 10000% Excited for you Try not to worry too much about the trade in numbers. I know they seem bad, ask me how I know, but what you’re trading for is down too and ultimately these more special pieces like this will be stronger and you’d probably be worse off with what you had $ wise. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 October 2023, 09:37 PM	#3
rcwatchcollector Banned Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: New York Posts: 384	Good idea. I started doing the same. Rolex just doesn’t hit the same for me anymore. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 October 2023, 10:16 PM	#4
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,909	Interesting moves. I have gone down the consolidation route many times. I have found I typically circle back around and go back to what I liked to start with. Other brands other than Rolex appeal to me until I actually own them. The honeymoon phase wears off and I am back to wearing my Rolex/Tudor/Seiko/Hamilton combinations more. The new piece sits and then I get to the part where I resent having a watch that cost so much just sitting and me not thinking it is special. I then usually dance around a bit before I go back to what has always worked. I take a beating in trade values and it turns into an expensive experiment that I already know the outcome. But I still do it every few years. Good luck with your new watch. I am sure it is great.

15 October 2023, 02:20 AM	#6
l_chissle "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Germany Posts: 624	Curious, what does the collection look like today?

15 October 2023, 03:22 AM	#8
Vince_76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Orange County Posts: 1,613	Congrats! The most beautiful openworked imo and one of the best APs

15 October 2023, 05:19 PM	#15
Palex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: --- Posts: 602	Interesting to follow this;-) Good luck!

16 October 2023, 01:38 AM	#20
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,878	Very nice Richard, congratulations in advance

16 October 2023, 02:19 AM	#21
TopherMins "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: NYC Watch: AP, RM Posts: 239	Congratulations! It is going to be hard wearing anything else. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 October 2023, 03:39 AM	#23
NiJaRo1225 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: U.S. Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 471	Going to be a nice addition to your collection, Richard! Are you opting to keep the SANR along with the openwork AP? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 October 2023, 04:01 AM	#24
Subb Banned Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: United States Posts: 135	Congratulations in advance Richard.

16 October 2023, 11:32 AM	#26
brucethemanlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: 1 of 13 Colonies Posts: 8,495	exciting ! congrats!

16 October 2023, 10:20 PM	#27
AEV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Europe Watch: AP & Rolex Posts: 1,451	Congrats. My favorite AP by far. Looking forward to the incoming pics.

16 October 2023, 11:58 PM	#28
Michael1968 Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Michael Location: Europe Watch: UN,RolexTudor&more Posts: 2,742	Congratulations Enjoy it

17 October 2023, 01:53 AM	#29
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,983	Congratulations, Richard! Enjoy in good health.

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