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VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Carry The Interest

Congrats!

Once I get the call for the BLRO I am thinking about flipping my BLNR for a TT CHNR just to add a splash of gold/variety to the collection. I feel like between a BLRO and DaytonaC my bases are pretty covered for everyday SS professional watches. Similar to what you did, selling the BLNR now would make a switch to the CHNR relatively painless.

The CHNR would be a great addition imho. The BLNR is a nice bit of leverage now (and who knows where it will go) and it certainly made sense for me, definitely helps in justifying the purchase.

Minimalist · 28 March 2019, 03:48 AM

On the contrary, like others say, there is nothing wrong with selling and buying another watch that you want. That's what we hobbyists do, it's part of the passion we have for watches. You didn't do it for profit....which is where the problem is.

Enjoy the new piece, it's a beauty for sure!

vandyologist · 28 March 2019, 04:20 AM

There's definitely a difference between buying a piece just to make a few bucks and buying pieces, wearing them, then trading up. I do the latter quite a lot these days and don't feel the least bit guilty. The never-ending search for the "perfect collection" is what makes this fun.

datejustrms · 28 March 2019, 04:42 AM

Congratulations on the Pepsi! Beautiful watch!

2nastie · 28 March 2019, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by VanAdian

Thanks very much. It was a tough choice and I did love that BLNR, but to me the BLRO is a different level.

Card says Aug 2018- so, early ? The red on mine looks darker than I have seen on some other’s photos, but I have only seen one in person, so I am not sure.

You probably have the MK2 bezel as individuals call it.

The blue should appear darker as well (in addition to the red). It's almost purple-ish on the original release.

I like the darker bezel. Congrats!

1665fan · 28 March 2019, 05:55 AM

Did you get an even trade blnr for blro?

exador · 28 March 2019, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by VanAdian

just hugs, nay, caresses my wrist.

PatronMTL · 28 March 2019, 06:23 AM

Congrats. MK2 IMO

ap1 · 28 March 2019, 06:54 AM

Trade approved, the Pepsi is special

Fallranger · 28 March 2019, 06:56 AM

If you can’t be part of the solution be part of the problem.

HogwldFLTR · 28 March 2019, 07:00 AM

Definitely the nicer looking version. If they'd done this color originally there might never had been a SS version. Congratulations!!!

SearChart · 28 March 2019, 07:01 AM

Congrats

Odie-r · 28 March 2019, 07:02 AM

Beautiful. Love the BLRO. Congrats!

WhiskeyNovember · 28 March 2019, 07:13 AM

Congrats! You have a stunning timepiece in the BLRO. And far from being part of a flipping problem I think you’ve traded well in the current market climate. That’s how to do it.

The bezel is a Mk2 version.

VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by exador

LOL. Let’s not mince words, this watch is sexy. I think part of its allure is that provocative mix of sportiness, fun, and formal wrist presence- and all of that in a Rolex!

VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

Did you get an even trade blnr for blro?

I had to pay on top the BLNR- but given what I originally paid for the BLNR and the opportunity to get the piece I always wanted - one that is near impossible for me to get from an AD in the foreseeable future- that relatively small premium was too hard to pass on.

HappyFish · 28 March 2019, 09:18 AM

Trader not Flipper

s_haverford · 28 March 2019, 09:22 AM

yea...i am not going to ding you for doing the flip. I think you came out with a beautiful piece and as long as you are happy with it and wear it in good health, It was the right decision.

Congrats!

SS Oyster · 28 March 2019, 09:55 AM

Do not feel guilty. What you are doing is fine. I got lucky and bought DSSD D-Blue at AD, so sold my SD43 as way to recover cash. I bought SD43 at premium and sold for same price, but had I been able to make more, I wouldn’t feel bad. I’d feel like I got some back if previous losses.

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rod442 · 28 March 2019, 03:19 PM

I don't feel what you did was in any way part of the flipper scheme. nor was my trading a 114060 twords a 116613lb.

Now, if you had picked up the blnr and sold it to a grey dealer for a lot of profit and then bought a pepsi at retail? That's a different ballgame.

MinMay · 28 March 2019, 03:46 PM

Flipper! Flipper! LOL...hahaha honestly, i could care less.

1665fan · 28 March 2019, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by VanAdian

I had to pay on top the BLNR- but given what I originally paid for the BLNR and the opportunity to get the piece I always wanted - one that is near impossible for me to get from an AD in the foreseeable future- that relatively small premium was too hard to pass on.

I asked because now NIB BLNR is about the same as blro but I’m sure yours was worn so not nib. People want 15-17 now NIb for both models

1665fan · 28 March 2019, 03:52 PM

And mark2 insert imo also

VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

I asked because now NIB BLNR is about the same as blro but I’m sure yours was worn so not nib. People want 15-17 now NIb for both models

Yeah I noticed that. Mine was early 2017 - so not quite the same; I did also speak to a bunch of the grey sellers and one thing to realize is that those listed prices are not typically realized- it would be interesting to be able to get that information as I suspect the negotiating room on the BLNR is substantially larger than than the BLRO- even though the prices are approaching parity.
Either way I have no regrets on timing or my purchase. I still consider this a win. I am not in this game for financial gain- only for the enjoyment of it.

NWNL · 28 March 2019, 11:42 PM

Congrats, and well you traded it against another hot piece.

Which mk? Lol there is only one as this picture seems to prove again :P haha

Love it! I'm still waiting for mine.

Fabrice M · 28 March 2019, 11:44 PM

I don’t think you are part of the problem, a collection and or test is supposed to change overtime as you mature and flipping is part of the process. Welcome to the club.

VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by s_haverford

yea...i am not going to ding you for doing the flip. I think you came out with a beautiful piece and as long as you are happy with it and wear it in good health, It was the right decision.

Congrats!

Thanks, I am happy with my decision, and in a state of horological bliss with this watch!

VanAdian · 28 March 2019, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by NWNL

Congrats, and well you traded it against another hot piece.

Which mk? Lol there is only one as this picture seems to prove again :P haha

Love it! I'm still waiting for mine.

Yes, honestly I don’t know about the bezel difference - I have noticed the bezel colours change substantially in different lighting conditions but I couldn’t be fussed either way- I am happy.
All the best with your acquisition- I trust you will get the call soon.

28 March 2019, 06:23 AM	#38
PatronMTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Montreal Posts: 433	Congrats. MK2 IMO __________________ BLNR (gone) - SS YMII (blue hands , gone) - TT SD43

28 March 2019, 06:56 AM	#40
Fallranger "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Real Name: Nate Location: Ohio Watch: Hulk (116610LV) Posts: 296	If you can’t be part of the solution be part of the problem. __________________ Rolex Submariner \| Zenith El Primero \| Tag Aquaracer \| Zodiac Grandrally

28 March 2019, 07:00 AM	#41
HogwldFLTR 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,780	Definitely the nicer looking version. If they'd done this color originally there might never had been a SS version. Congratulations!!! __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

28 March 2019, 07:02 AM	#43
Odie-r "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: London Posts: 4,452	Beautiful. Love the BLRO. Congrats! __________________ @watchtheleftwrist

28 March 2019, 09:18 AM	#47
HappyFish Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Monaco Posts: 320	Trader not Flipper Attached Images

28 March 2019, 03:48 AM	#32
Minimalist "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: London Posts: 1,221	On the contrary, like others say, there is nothing wrong with selling and buying another watch that you want. That's what we hobbyists do, it's part of the passion we have for watches. You didn't do it for profit....which is where the problem is. Enjoy the new piece, it's a beauty for sure!

28 March 2019, 04:20 AM	#33
vandyologist 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: TN Posts: 893	There's definitely a difference between buying a piece just to make a few bucks and buying pieces, wearing them, then trading up. I do the latter quite a lot these days and don't feel the least bit guilty. The never-ending search for the "perfect collection" is what makes this fun.

28 March 2019, 04:42 AM	#34
datejustrms "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,799	Congratulations on the Pepsi! Beautiful watch!

28 March 2019, 05:55 AM	#36
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,666	Did you get an even trade blnr for blro?

28 March 2019, 06:54 AM	#39
ap1 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,625	Trade approved, the Pepsi is special

28 March 2019, 07:13 AM	#44
WhiskeyNovember "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: UK Watch: 116519LN Posts: 141	Congrats! You have a stunning timepiece in the BLRO. And far from being part of a flipping problem I think you’ve traded well in the current market climate. That’s how to do it. The bezel is a Mk2 version.

28 March 2019, 09:22 AM	#48
s_haverford "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: BLRO,OP-36 White Posts: 342	yea...i am not going to ding you for doing the flip. I think you came out with a beautiful piece and as long as you are happy with it and wear it in good health, It was the right decision. Congrats!

28 March 2019, 09:55 AM	#49
SS Oyster "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,343	Do not feel guilty. What you are doing is fine. I got lucky and bought DSSD D-Blue at AD, so sold my SD43 as way to recover cash. I bought SD43 at premium and sold for same price, but had I been able to make more, I wouldn’t feel bad. I’d feel like I got some back if previous losses. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 March 2019, 03:19 PM	#50
rod442 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: michigan Posts: 193	I don't feel what you did was in any way part of the flipper scheme. nor was my trading a 114060 twords a 116613lb. Now, if you had picked up the blnr and sold it to a grey dealer for a lot of profit and then bought a pepsi at retail? That's a different ballgame.

28 March 2019, 03:46 PM	#51
MinMay Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: United States Posts: 2,410	Flipper! Flipper! LOL...hahaha honestly, i could care less.

28 March 2019, 03:52 PM	#53
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,666	And mark2 insert imo also

28 March 2019, 11:42 PM	#55
NWNL "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Netherlands Watch: 228235 ROMAN WHITE Posts: 243	Congrats, and well you traded it against another hot piece. Which mk? Lol there is only one as this picture seems to prove again :P haha Love it! I'm still waiting for mine.

28 March 2019, 11:44 PM	#56
Fabrice M 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Denver Watch: This and that... Posts: 1,650	I don’t think you are part of the problem, a collection and or test is supposed to change overtime as you mature and flipping is part of the process. Welcome to the club.

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