Rolex / Cartier 2 out of 4; HELP! Tough Tough Tough

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by Mr. Drunmond

Keep the tank and whichever of the sub/gmt you like best.

What would you pick? Sub/GMT?

[jb335]

Thanks for that info, OP.

Please don’t sell that Tank…but if you do, slide into my PMs….


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[robinmgb]

The explorer has to go for sure, worst model in the Rolex range in my opinion

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by jb335

Thanks for that info, OP.

Please don’t sell that Tank…but if you do, slide into my PMs….


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You got it. I'm still trying to make the decision. Explorer I seems to get a down favorite.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by robinmgb

The explorer has to go for sure, worst model in the Rolex range in my opinion

It appears to me that Rolex doesn't know which case size should go. 36 - 39 - 36, and now 40??????

[tifosi]

Originally Posted by han_solo

It appears to me that Rolex doesn't know which case size should go. 36 - 39 - 36, and now 40??????

That's not a Rolex decision...it's a consumer decision. People scream for larger watches because sadly they think 36mm is a "woman's watch".

[DaBoncu2902]

Is this a tricked question?

[doublevanose82]

Let's be honest there are 3 sport watches and one dress watch. I would keep the Batman and the Cartier, Cartier is such a classy timeless design.

There you have all bases covered, dress up, sporty and in the middle. Having a gold and stainless steel watch will open the door to more outfit pairings.

[Colorado_kid]

Sounds like money is the big issue here and you didn’t mention if any carry sentimental value so sell the ones with the largest gain (Batman and Sub). Keep the explorer and Cartier.

If money is still tight, sell them all! Will be a fun goal to work back into them.


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[AJMarcus]

Originally Posted by han_solo

Besides, is batman your favorite or batgirl? Should I chase the "girl"?

Just pick up a jubilee and enjoy three watches :

[HERITAGE82]

Keep the Explorer & Cartier. Those (2) will cover all your watch needs.
The GMT & Sub will sell the best since finances play a roll.

[wristwear]

I voted Batman and Tank

[the dark knight]

My votes are in unison with the crowd. The Cartier is the easiest cut for me as I don't think people need dedicated dress watches anymore. The 4 you have right now suggests to me that you aren't a guy that wears suits and ties everyday to work so probably no need for a traditional dress watch. And again, I think any of the 3 Rolexes are fine for wearing with suits in today's day and age. So Cartier goes first.

After that, my subjective preference is to keep the Sub and BLNR. Practically speaking those are the hardest to replace as well.

But objectively, Explorer I and BLNR is probably the better call. A bit more versatility and differentiation might be better if you only have 2 watches.

But yea me personally, I'd keep the BLNR and Sub all day.

[dannyp]

If it were me, I'd keep the Cartier and Explorer. Explorer my favorite Rolex, and that Cartier is one of the slickest they make.

First one I'd sell is GMT because a) it'll fetch highest premium over MSRP and b) it's my least favorite of the four.

Are you in a position to sell that one, see how much you net, and then decide if/when to sell another? If so, I'd double down on my recommendations, since you'll get the most for it.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by tifosi

That's not a Rolex decision...it's a consumer decision. People scream for larger watches because sadly they think 36mm is a "woman's watch".

I understand. But why did they go back to 36? Why not just keep going with 39, or just go for 40?

[the dark knight]

Also, just to throw this out there. Why even keep 2? Esp if finances are playing a role in your decision, why not just be a one watch guy for a bit? A BLNR or Sub would be easy as an only watch for most people. Heck you could just order a jubilee and just have "two" watches with the BLNR.

[tifosi]

Originally Posted by han_solo

I understand. But why did they go back to 36? Why not just keep going with 39, or just go for 40?

Cause real men still wear 36mm Explorers.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by doublevanose82

Let's be honest there are 3 sport watches and one dress watch. I would keep the Batman and the Cartier, Cartier is such a classy timeless design.

There you have all bases covered, dress up, sporty and in the middle. Having a gold and stainless steel watch will open the door to more outfit pairings.

That hit the spot. I may go precisely this way.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

Just pick up a jubilee and enjoy three watches :

I never had one, so a bit curies. However, is that a bit weird for a jubilee on such a sporty wach?

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by heritage82

keep the explorer & cartier. Those (2) will cover all your watch needs.
The gmt & sub will sell the best since finances play a roll.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by tifosi

Cause real men still wear 36mm Explorers.

True that.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

My votes are in unison with the crowd. The Cartier is the easiest cut for me as I don't think people need dedicated dress watches anymore. The 4 you have right now suggests to me that you aren't a guy that wears suits and ties everyday to work so probably no need for a traditional dress watch. And again, I think any of the 3 Rolexes are fine for wearing with suits in today's day and age. So Cartier goes first.

After that, my subjective preference is to keep the Sub and BLNR. Practically speaking those are the hardest to replace as well.

But objectively, Explorer I and BLNR is probably the better call. A bit more versatility and differentiation might be better if you only have 2 watches.

But yea me personally, I'd keep the BLNR and Sub all day.

Nice deduction! I'm indeed a casual and sporty guy. Cartier was an impulse buy. But look at it... It's such a beauty!

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

Also, just to throw this out there. Why even keep 2? Esp if finances are playing a role in your decision, why not just be a one watch guy for a bit? A BLNR or Sub would be easy as an only watch for most people. Heck you could just order a jubilee and just have "two" watches with the BLNR.

Two would make a good combination for my case here—something to change once in a while.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by dannyp

If it were me, I'd keep the Cartier and Explorer. Explorer my favorite Rolex, and that Cartier is one of the slickest they make.

First one I'd sell is GMT because a) it'll fetch highest premium over MSRP and b) it's my least favorite of the four.

Are you in a position to sell that one, see how much you net, and then decide if/when to sell another? If so, I'd double down on my recommendations, since you'll get the most for it.

Well, it seems GMT is the easiest one to sell for sure.

[han_solo]

Originally Posted by the dark knight

Also, just to throw this out there. Why even keep 2? Esp if finances are playing a role in your decision, why not just be a one watch guy for a bit? A BLNR or Sub would be easy as an only watch for most people. Heck you could just order a jubilee and just have "two" watches with the BLNR.

Not sure I can order and additional jubilee bracelet from Rolex right?

[jctrolex]

Originally Posted by han_solo

Sometimes, when I see the sub and Batman side by side, I see a lot of similarities... Mainly the case size and shape, I think.

Originally Posted by han_solo

It appears to me that Rolex doesn't know which case size should go. 36 - 39 - 36, and now 40??????

Wasn’t the original Explorer a 34?

[the dark knight]

Originally Posted by han_solo

Not sure I can order and additional jubilee bracelet from Rolex right?

There seems to be mixed messaging. My AD said they can order a jubilee for my oyster BLNR as recently as last month, but some here have reported AD said no. So may want to ask your AD

[the dark knight]

Originally Posted by han_solo

Well, it seems GMT is the easiest one to sell for sure.

Don’t do it!!!

[sski]

i'd keep the tank and gmt if in your shoes (welcome pop of color.)

[amh]

Originally Posted by cdm765

I would sell the Sub and Cartier in your shoes.

Same.

Keep the GMT for sure, then one more for variety.

Why keep the GMT:
- Does everything the Sub can when it comes to realistic 'diving'
- Also has GMT function which is likely the mostly useful complication ever
- Similar size/weight as the sub many would say "They're the same watch"
- If you ever change your mind, a Sub is easier to add back than a GMT due to the relative hype
- Looks more interesting than the sub