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BlueRoyaloak · 4 April 2019, 06:55 PM

Folks, I need your candid opinion to help me overcome my current dilemma. I love my BLNR, however, there is something special about the 126600 proportion plus the red font. Shall I flip my BLNR for the mighty SD43 or hang tight? P.s I’m a free diver and a beach guy (I appreciate your contribution)

thekman · 4 April 2019, 07:09 PM

Flip it to me at retail. As you can see from my signature I am looking for one.

I guess you could do it if you are over the BLNR but it seems like you still love it. I would keep it and save for the SD.

Pete17 · 4 April 2019, 07:11 PM

Every day of the week.

The SD50 is a beauty.

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BlueRoyaloak · 4 April 2019, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thekman

Flip it to me at retail. As you can see from my signature I am looking for one.

I guess you could do it if you are over the BLNR but it seems like you still love it. I would keep it and save for the SD.

I hope you land a pristine BLNR at a great deal, I already got an offer for $12,000, which makes it a very attractive position to trade up. Honestly I’m bit concerned about the future value of the BLNR since the successor was announced.

rambo99 · 4 April 2019, 07:23 PM

grey matket price of batman has surpassed the sd43 since it was discontinued. if you can sell yours at a good price, I suggest you get the sd43. the sd43 has more wrist presence and will be more collectable in the future imho.

Watcheroo · 4 April 2019, 07:26 PM

I wouldn’t make that trade. The BLNR is a keeper in my book.

Camel · 4 April 2019, 07:31 PM

Flip

thekman · 4 April 2019, 07:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BlueRoyaloak

I hope you land a pristine BLNR at a great deal, I already got an offer for $12,000, which makes it a very attractive position to trade up. Honestly I’m bit concerned about the future value of the BLNR since the successor was announced.

TBH I never thought much of the BLNR and thought I wanted a BLRO based on pics. A few days before Basel I tried both at a local grey dealer and ever since I have been sold on the BLNR. Unfortunately it was a little too late as most BLNR on watchrecon are going for 15-17k now. Fortunately for me tho I was able to place a deposit on a royal oak the other day at their boutique. Will be anxiously awaiting the day those BLNR prices drop!

ppalasthira · 4 April 2019, 07:46 PM

If you are a diver. Yes.

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miatang · 4 April 2019, 07:50 PM

Given the current price on the grey market I dont see why not if your wanting something else. But as thekman says I sense a certain attachment to the BLNR and you wont be able to buy it back at retail if you do miss it.

tmo8320 · 4 April 2019, 08:11 PM

My choices:

What I bought:

Best of luck in your transition.
You will LOVE it

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GK- · 4 April 2019, 08:49 PM

I prefer the SD43 to the BLNR personally.

BlueRoyaloak · 4 April 2019, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmo8320

My choices:

What I bought:

Best of luck in your transition.
You will LOVE it

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Stunner, congrats!!

P1nky_Up · 4 April 2019, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tmo8320

My choices:

What I bought:

Best of luck in your transition.
You will LOVE it

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This isn’t at a local AD is it?

beshannon · 4 April 2019, 08:55 PM

I would not

The SD is too large for me and the BLNR has more functionality for what I do

tmo8320 · 4 April 2019, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P1nky_Up

This isn’t at a local AD is it?

It was...about 1 year ago

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brandrea · 4 April 2019, 09:01 PM

I always advocate adding rather than flipping

The SD43 is a beautiful reference, and it’s hard to argue tbat Rolex didn’t just nail this one on the head. It’s proportions are perfect IMO and it’s got everything you could ever want or need in a diver.

That said, the SD 43 wears quite differently than the BLNR. Many here wear them daily which is fine for some. For me it’s just slightly too heavy for that.

samson66 · 4 April 2019, 09:03 PM

From the picture looks like both fit you fine. The SD43 is the more "special" of the two. It has the history, the red lettering, the HEV, it's just the more interesting watch IMO. You said you dive which should make getting the diver the obvious choice.

amh · 4 April 2019, 09:21 PM

If you're ever going to build a collection, keep it and add a DaytonaC. Ultimate air/land/sea combo!

If downsizing, dump the BLNR. SD43 > BLNR for many reasons:
- Better [case:bracelet] proportions
- Nicer lugs
- Newer movement

jrs146 · 4 April 2019, 09:22 PM

Not a bad flip. Blnr prices are very strong right now. Maybe they stay that way. But maybe they don’t. Ones the time to profit if you’re considering it.

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Sprta · 4 April 2019, 09:27 PM

I have both and keeping the BLNR would be my choice.

abozz · 4 April 2019, 09:54 PM

The BLNR is a beauty and hot model, one of the hottest, but you ask for general opinion and this is mine: Do it! The SD43 is the most handsome diver Rolex ever made for me, and the proportion, dial, bracelet and red text is beautiful!! You can sell you BLNR and buy the SD43 for less. BUT you must like BIG watches because the SD is a NICE MONSTER! Is my daily I even fall sleep with the SD on my wrist but I like badass watches.

akamop · 4 April 2019, 09:59 PM

If the SD43 is what you want then make the move. However, if you decide later that the Batman is worth having it may be difficult to acquire and will likely demand a premium. If keeping the Batman and saving for SD43 is possible that would be preferred.

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zjd168 · 4 April 2019, 10:10 PM

candid opinion? then nope, and I have both.

365DAS · 4 April 2019, 10:13 PM

If possible, then I’d certainly hold on to the BLNR and get the SD43 in addition. If I had to choose letting one go between my 2 then I’d have to let the SD43 go due to the fact that most fellow forum members have made that trying to obtain a BLNR again may prove difficult or at a big premium!

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pc109 · 4 April 2019, 10:14 PM

I have both. I feel like the SD43 is much easier to wear in casual settings...though I wear either wherever.

But since I have business in other time zones, I find the GMT very useful.

My point, these two watches have enough difference in utility and look that I hope you decide to keep both.

Roli4life · 4 April 2019, 10:16 PM

The Batman is nice but the SD43 is fantastic!
...Dooo it

siempreko · 4 April 2019, 10:17 PM

If I were in your position, I would definitely flip it!

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travisb · 4 April 2019, 10:20 PM

If one or the other, I'd go SD43 but if possible I would add.

Chaching · 4 April 2019, 10:20 PM

I flipped my BLNR because for me it was too Pedestrian. I now own the SD43 which in my opinion is a much nicer watch.

4 April 2019, 07:09 PM	#2
thekman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Boston Watch: 16610LV Posts: 1,051	Flip it to me at retail. As you can see from my signature I am looking for one. I guess you could do it if you are over the BLNR but it seems like you still love it. I would keep it and save for the SD. __________________ Rolex \| AP \| Cartier \| VC \| Lange Follow me www.instagram.com/subs.n.scrubs

4 April 2019, 07:11 PM	#3
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4 April 2019, 07:31 PM	#7
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4 April 2019, 08:55 PM	#15
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	I would not The SD is too large for me and the BLNR has more functionality for what I do __________________ Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

4 April 2019, 09:22 PM	#20
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	Not a bad flip. Blnr prices are very strong right now. Maybe they stay that way. But maybe they don’t. Ones the time to profit if you’re considering it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

4 April 2019, 07:23 PM	#5
rambo99 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Tokyo Watch: SD43,PAM1616,Hulk Posts: 3,567	grey matket price of batman has surpassed the sd43 since it was discontinued. if you can sell yours at a good price, I suggest you get the sd43. the sd43 has more wrist presence and will be more collectable in the future imho.

4 April 2019, 07:26 PM	#6
Watcheroo 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,926	I wouldn’t make that trade. The BLNR is a keeper in my book.

4 April 2019, 07:46 PM	#9
ppalasthira Banned Join Date: May 2007 Location: ASK Watch: SubC.5711.D500 Posts: 2,236	If you are a diver. Yes. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 April 2019, 07:50 PM	#10
miatang "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: uk Posts: 95	Given the current price on the grey market I dont see why not if your wanting something else. But as thekman says I sense a certain attachment to the BLNR and you wont be able to buy it back at retail if you do miss it.

4 April 2019, 08:11 PM	#11
tmo8320 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Washington DC Watch: 126600 Mark I dial Posts: 306	My choices: What I bought: Best of luck in your transition. You will LOVE it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 April 2019, 08:49 PM	#12
GK- "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Illinois Posts: 139	I prefer the SD43 to the BLNR personally.

4 April 2019, 09:01 PM	#17
brandrea 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,152	I always advocate adding rather than flipping The SD43 is a beautiful reference, and it’s hard to argue tbat Rolex didn’t just nail this one on the head. It’s proportions are perfect IMO and it’s got everything you could ever want or need in a diver. That said, the SD 43 wears quite differently than the BLNR. Many here wear them daily which is fine for some. For me it’s just slightly too heavy for that.

4 April 2019, 09:03 PM	#18
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,642	From the picture looks like both fit you fine. The SD43 is the more "special" of the two. It has the history, the red lettering, the HEV, it's just the more interesting watch IMO. You said you dive which should make getting the diver the obvious choice.

4 April 2019, 09:21 PM	#19
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	If you're ever going to build a collection, keep it and add a DaytonaC. Ultimate air/land/sea combo! If downsizing, dump the BLNR. SD43 > BLNR for many reasons: - Better [case:bracelet] proportions - Nicer lugs - Newer movement

4 April 2019, 09:27 PM	#21
Sprta "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: USA Posts: 457	I have both and keeping the BLNR would be my choice.

4 April 2019, 09:54 PM	#22
abozz "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: In my home. Watch: 116660, 126600 Posts: 2,905	The BLNR is a beauty and hot model, one of the hottest, but you ask for general opinion and this is mine: Do it! The SD43 is the most handsome diver Rolex ever made for me, and the proportion, dial, bracelet and red text is beautiful!! You can sell you BLNR and buy the SD43 for less. BUT you must like BIG watches because the SD is a NICE MONSTER! Is my daily I even fall sleep with the SD on my wrist but I like badass watches.

4 April 2019, 09:59 PM	#23
akamop "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 22	If the SD43 is what you want then make the move. However, if you decide later that the Batman is worth having it may be difficult to acquire and will likely demand a premium. If keeping the Batman and saving for SD43 is possible that would be preferred. Sent from my SM-G930T using Tapatalk

4 April 2019, 10:10 PM	#24
zjd168 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: US Posts: 2,698	candid opinion? then nope, and I have both.

4 April 2019, 10:13 PM	#25
365DAS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Real Name: RD Location: UK Posts: 629	If possible, then I’d certainly hold on to the BLNR and get the SD43 in addition. If I had to choose letting one go between my 2 then I’d have to let the SD43 go due to the fact that most fellow forum members have made that trying to obtain a BLNR again may prove difficult or at a big premium! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 April 2019, 10:14 PM	#26
pc109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: NY Watch: BLNR Posts: 120	I have both. I feel like the SD43 is much easier to wear in casual settings...though I wear either wherever. But since I have business in other time zones, I find the GMT very useful. My point, these two watches have enough difference in utility and look that I hope you decide to keep both.

4 April 2019, 10:16 PM	#27
Roli4life "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Posts: 1,079	The Batman is nice but the SD43 is fantastic! ...Dooo it

4 April 2019, 10:17 PM	#28
siempreko "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Maryland, USA Watch: Sometimes Posts: 1,197	If I were in your position, I would definitely flip it! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 April 2019, 10:20 PM	#29
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,242	If one or the other, I'd go SD43 but if possible I would add.

4 April 2019, 10:20 PM	#30
Chaching "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: None of ya #@! Location: Somewhere Watch: Many! 116718 GOLD Posts: 2,137	I flipped my BLNR because for me it was too Pedestrian. I now own the SD43 which in my opinion is a much nicer watch.

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