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StairLight530!! 26 November 2022 03:09 PM

Should I Trade Speedmaster for OP 41
 
Current collection is a Submariner Date 41 and 3861 Hesalite Speedmaster. I am debating selling my Speedmaster to fund an OP 41.

Is this a good or bad move? Any insight would be great! Very new into collecting so any direction would be awesome!

danwang0520 26 November 2022 03:11 PM

bad move......personally I'd keep your speedy as it's an iconic sports watch along with your Sub

OP41 is nothing special of a watch but an entry level Rolex




Current collection: 1) Rolex Submariner(116610LV), 2) Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional(311.30.42.30.01.006), 3) Rolex GMT-Master II(126710BLNR), 4) Breitling B01 Navitimer 43(AB0138211B1A1)

Riledan 26 November 2022 03:12 PM

I currently own the green dial OP 41 & Tbh with you I don’t find it very interesting imo, it’s basic, crafted really well but it just lacks that Rolex feeling. I’m pretty sure it’ll be leaving my collection really soon.

JRell 26 November 2022 03:18 PM

What color? If you get one at and AD, why not. You can always add a speedy later.

Pablito 26 November 2022 03:40 PM

For me it’s a strong no. I own both and the speedy is 2 steps higher the OP. Not the same league. Just manage to get both as well if you can, but keep in mind OP 41 remains an entry level Rolex with no particular complication. Hype aside.

MrBourne 26 November 2022 03:42 PM

Strong no. Speedmaster is a fantastic watch with great story.

JettyOne 26 November 2022 04:21 PM

Should I Trade Speedmaster for OP 41
 
No.
It doesn’t matter where you are on the horological ladder, a Speedy is always relevant. The OP looses its appeal soon as you move into sport Rolex.


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MSL 26 November 2022 04:23 PM

Hard no

David5807 26 November 2022 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JRell (Post 12486782)
What color? If you get one at and AD, why not. You can always add a speedy later.

I would agree. You can re-add a hesalite speedie later.

Andad 26 November 2022 04:33 PM

No.

jed11 26 November 2022 04:35 PM

No way.

douglasf13 26 November 2022 04:36 PM

Just buy what you like. I’d rather have an OP than either a Speedy or the new Sub (although not in green.)

OrangeSport 26 November 2022 04:37 PM

In love the OP as it’s so versatile. One of the only true “one watch for every occasion“ pieces around. I had a grape red 36.

I don’t have that anymore, but I still have my Speedy.

amphr1 26 November 2022 04:41 PM

Good move only if you plan to buy the sapphire sandwich later. Otherwise a hard no.

drrd 26 November 2022 06:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by StairLight530!! (Post 12486777)
Is this a good or bad move?

Your thoughts on this will be much more useful and relevant than other people’s.

Buy an OP and then see which if any you want to sell?

brandrea 26 November 2022 06:45 PM

Ones a manual wind chronograph and one is an automatic time only watch. They couldn’t be any more different. I’d far rather have the Speedy, but that’s me :2:

Beto737 26 November 2022 06:50 PM

Only way I’d say, “no,” is if you owned an Ed White 321.

But, opinions are like @#$&&&, everyone has one..

TimeAZ 26 November 2022 06:57 PM

If this is a 1:1 trade, Speedmaster to OP41, then absolutely yes, no-brainer. Realistically, chances are you'll have to add cash and you will probably take a heavy hit on the Omega. The good news is that if you regret selling it for whatever reason, it will be very easy to replace.

skyblue12 26 November 2022 07:09 PM

I'd say yes if you're going to get a "stella" dial colour, those are nice and in the future you'll be glad you did.

Harry-57 26 November 2022 07:11 PM

They are very different watches. It couldn't be more subjective. Of more relevance is what you think and why you are considering it.

X5x4x3 26 November 2022 07:18 PM

No

tifosi 26 November 2022 08:07 PM

For the sake of just “collecting”, no way. If you like the OP more than the Speedy then yes.
Sub and Speedy is such a perfect pair.

DLRIDES 26 November 2022 09:31 PM

I would say “No” ……………… but, since you’re asking, that usually means one wants confirmation of a decision already made.

Do what makes you happy.

Agamemnon 26 November 2022 09:43 PM

I had an OP 41 but gave it to my nephew.
The Speedmaster can be swapped for a Daytona SS, possibly.

Stew7 26 November 2022 10:05 PM

I wouldn't do it but if you find yourself not wearing the Speedy and think you'll like the OP more, then go for it.

How long have you had the Speedy?

Benzsiam 26 November 2022 10:17 PM

If you can get OP at MSRP, get it with your cash.

After that, see which one sings to you better so you know which one to keep.

enjoythemusic 26 November 2022 10:17 PM

Keep the Speedy... only add.

Tanalasta 26 November 2022 10:23 PM

What do you think of the Omega Aqua Terra? It’s an underrated watch. Fabulous movement. Versatile.

Or the datejust, smooth bezel, Oyster bracelet?

Where am I going with this? If your eyes gloss over, the OP41 is very similar stylistically. Just has the Rolex name and no date.

Tim Plains 26 November 2022 10:26 PM

3861 is my favourite watch, it has a chrono, the OP doesn't give you anything you don't already have.

Trailboss516 26 November 2022 10:29 PM

Pass. I had a 39mm OP I got from an AD in 2019 and it lasted about 2 months.


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