116719 (black dial WG pepsi) vs 116619 (smurf)

[watchmainspring]

Would I be making a poor decision trade in my 116719 for a smurf and add cash?

Smurf prices have been increasing and I know I eventually want to obtain one.

Or perhaps try for 126719 ("new" smurf) at an AD?

[Benzsiam]

If you preferred blue over black, I would rather keep 116719 and swap to blue dial.

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by Benzsiam

If you preferred blue over black, I would rather keep 116719 and swap to blue dial.

The color is definitely part of it. I also prefer the sub clasp.

Would Rolex swap dials?


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[bullies]

I grabbed a 116619 a few months ago and absolutely love it - so it gets my vote

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by bullies

I grabbed a 116619 a few months ago and absolutely love it - so it gets my vote

Even if I have to add cash?


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[sj24k]

No one else can answer this for you. The WG BLRO and the 116619 are both great watches. Only you know what’s a good decision for you.

For my collection, I opted for the BLRO in stainless and the 116619. That combo works perfect for my tastes and lifestyle. But that’s me.


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[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by sj24k

No one else can answer this for you. The WG BLRO and the 116619 are both great watches. Only you know what’s a good decision for you.

For my collection, I opted for the BLRO in stainless and the 116619.
That combo works perfect for my tastes and lifestyle, but that’s me.


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I also have a 16700blro so perhaps that might push me to swap. On jubilee though so remarkably different


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[DocHorton]

The 116619 is a unique watch, nothing else like it. The WG BLRO is not, the exact same watch can be bought in SS. I'd definitely trade.

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by DocHorton

The 116619 is a unique watch, nothing else like it. The WG BLRO is not, the exact same watch can be bought in SS. I'd definitely trade.

Even if I have to add thousands in cash?


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[Keepchasing]

Originally Posted by Benzsiam

If you preferred blue over black, I would rather keep 116719 and swap to blue dial.

This would be my choice as well.

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by Keepchasing

This would be my choice as well.

Is that even possible?


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[DocHorton]

Originally Posted by watchmainspring

Even if I have to add thousands in cash?


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You shouldn't have to add much....they are selling for about the same. Maybe a few thousand.

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by DocHorton

You shouldn't have to add much....they are selling for about the same. Maybe a few thousand.

yeah I am working with a used watch reseller so I do need to add at least a "few thousand".

[bullies]

Originally Posted by watchmainspring

Even if I have to add cash?


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I would, but I've always preferred subs over GMT's
I traded an AP Diver plus a bunch of cash, too, for it, no regrets

[watchmainspring]

Originally Posted by bullies

I would, but I've always preferred subs over GMT's
I traded an AP Diver plus a bunch of cash, too, for it, no regrets

Hindsight is 20/20 but I'll wear any sub over any AP.


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[faz]

Originally Posted by watchmainspring

Even if I have to add thousands in cash?


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You are talking about replacing a white gold watch with another, purely due to your preference and liking of one over the other.

Only you can determine if it is worth it 'to you' to spend the extra cash or not. Especially going through a reseller, you will lose cash. They more than likely will offer you 20-30% or so below the market value of your watch, and are making the similar percentage on the one they are selling you. You are paying for the confidence factor that is built into their reputation.

In the end, having the watch that you really enjoy on your wrist is what you should aim for.

[faz]

Originally Posted by watchmainspring

Is that even possible?


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Rolex offered to change the dial on the WG blro from black to dark blue for owners of the watch (to compensate for the release of SS blro that looked almost identical to the WG one). check with your AD and see if that is a route you like to take.

[bullies]

Originally Posted by watchmainspring

Hindsight is 20/20 but I'll wear any sub over any AP.


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Not sure I’d go that far
The RO on bracelet is still pretty damn special, imo of course

[EvelynWaugh]

Originally Posted by bullies

Not sure I’d go that far
The RO on bracelet is still pretty damn special, imo of course

Sorry to revive an oldie but what a stunning photo this is! Was this 116619LB brand new when this picture was taken? So beautiful not gonna lie