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Skittman · 15 July 2015, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by liuk3

Just curious for you chrono lovers, what is it you love about them? Do you love the complication? Do you find yourself frequently using it from a practical standpoint, and if so for what purposes?

No disrespect. I do respect and admire the chrono function, but whenever I am about to pull the trigger, I find myself hesitating since I just don't find a practical use for it in my everyday life. Maybe it doesn't matter so long as you appreciate the engineering of such a mechanical complication.

To the OP, seems like you really love your chronos so I would say go with what you love!

Primarily for the aesthetics of the sub dial. Secondary, an admiration for the engineering behind the complication.

Skittman · 15 July 2015, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

OP, as per my post above, I would keep a diver and a chrono, for the sake of variety, but to answer the main question, I see no issue in trading 2 for 1, as long as the trade makes sense money-wise. Let go of all rationale and logical advice: which configuration of watches would bring YOU the most joy?

Thanks for that.
Do you therefore see more variety in a chrono and a diver or a Rolex and an AP (regardless of complication)

texex91 · 15 July 2015, 05:30 AM

Don't just save AP for 'special occasions'..mix it in all the time.

Great thought to change things up.

liuk3 · 15 July 2015, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by thomaspp

I've tried to understand it as well, and those little buttons on the side of the case just make WIS go nuts! As simple as that.

LOL.

Thanks, guys, for the responses, and apologies to the OP if I hijacked your thread a little bit but I do enjoy hearing what makes others tick!

KBM · 15 July 2015, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Skittman

Thanks for that.
Do you therefore see more variety in a chrono and a diver or a Rolex and an AP (regardless of complication)

From a variety standpoint, the ideal config would be a diver and a chrono, from two different brands. With this in mind, I think Rolex beats AP in the diver department, if nothing else, for tradition alone. AP's 26320 is gorgeous, breathtaking.

Skittman · 15 July 2015, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by liuk3

LOL.

Thanks, guys, for the responses, and apologies to the OP if I hijacked your thread a little bit but I do enjoy hearing what makes others tick!

The reason we are all here! :):)

Skittman · 15 July 2015, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by kauebm

From a variety standpoint, the ideal config would be a diver and a chrono, from two different brands. With this in mind, I think Rolex beats AP in the diver department, if nothing else, for tradition alone. AP's 26320 is gorgeous, breathtaking.

I understand completely. This is the reference I am looking to buy. Being from the UK however, the desirability of the Daytona far out weighs the Sub however.

toneafficianado · 15 July 2015, 05:42 AM

I would keep the YM as it has a killer blue dial and some platinum to boot. Plus it does all the jobs that the SubC does.That way you have a diver when the need arises. if you are a sucker for chronos though , then do the trade as suggested.

Mainewatchman · 15 July 2015, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by texex91

Don't just save AP for 'special occasions'..mix it in all the time.

Great thought to change things up.

Agree 100%!

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Originally Posted by toneafficianado

I would keep the YM as it has a killer blue dial and some platinum to boot. Plus it does all the jobs that the SubC does.That way you have a diver when the need arises. if you are a sucker for chronos though , then do the trade as suggested.

I am on board with keeping the YM with the RO! Either way I think they AP will see more wrist time then you expect.

AK797 · 15 July 2015, 05:55 AM

26320 and Daytona have similar dials so I would probably keep the sub, but at least get different dial colours.

KBM · 15 July 2015, 06:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Skittman

I understand completely. This is the reference I am looking to buy. Being from the UK however, the desirability of the Daytona far out weighs the Sub however.

Ah, but then we are back to rational thinking. Desirability aside, it would only make sense if it's the one you prefer. As you love chronos, however, this shouldn't be a problem. As suggested above, one in each color would be nice.

el1125 · 15 July 2015, 11:22 AM

Keep Daytona, get an AP, forget the others . I agree w your thinking

watchwatcher · 15 July 2015, 11:26 AM

The thing I don't like about your proposed trade is getting rid of two extremely versatile, good looking watches for a watch you're going to just wear for special occasions...don't think you'll get the bang for your buck.

So I'm a big fat no.

Hairdude1 · 15 July 2015, 03:35 PM

I would do it!

997.2 · 15 July 2015, 03:49 PM

Keep the sub. Get rid of the yuckmaster and save a few weeks for the Ap

mzmonzon · 15 July 2015, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Skittman

4.5£

Wow. That's a lot to add for that trade! Don't do it.. Find a better deal.

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Cru Jones · 15 July 2015, 05:05 PM

ROC is

waisoserious · 15 July 2015, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Skittman

Hi all
Thinking of down sizing my collection, currently consisting of SS Daytona, Ceramic Sub Date and YM blue dial.
The trade would involve chopping in the sub and yacht for a new AP royal oak stainless chronograph.
I'm just not getting the wear from 3 watches.
Daytona would become the daily watch, reserving the AP for special occasions.
Thoughts?

thats what i have

ss black 116520 and a white 26320

along with an iwc amg titanium.

i wear the daytona and the ROC equally often

kb24 · 15 July 2015, 06:20 PM

i think its a good choice and you like it as well.. here's some enabling..

SamGMT · 15 July 2015, 08:05 PM

Your plans sound good, I will do it.

sebastien1975 · 15 July 2015, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by omegajjh

think i'd keep the sub.

+1

travisb · 15 July 2015, 08:13 PM

Yup! Good move in my opinion.

Manofsteelpt · 15 July 2015, 08:23 PM

ROC with silver, black or blue dial? if silver, keep the SubC, if black or blue, keep the Daytona.
Either way, do it!

Snow-Dweller · 15 July 2015, 09:15 PM

I sold three of my six Rolexes to buy two APs, and so can understand where you're coming from.

My advice would be to not consider desirability, resale values etc. Make sure you end up with the watches that you really want to wear.

lapince · 15 July 2015, 10:15 PM

I would get a ROO in a special material, ceramic or FC, it's with RG what AP makes best IMO, or the iconic Jumbo, not a huge fan of ROC for my part

daytonaTBR · 16 July 2015, 12:12 AM

If you like chronos I would do it.

charger · 16 July 2015, 12:44 AM

I think I would do it too.

Skittman · 16 July 2015, 12:52 AM

Thanks for all your help guys. Some excellent input... Will be sure to keep you updated with how this one progresses.

B. Doggy · 16 July 2015, 12:16 PM

Add an AP to your collection, yes. Maybe some creative flipping if that's required...

bayerische · 17 July 2015, 03:25 AM

Sounds logical. I've down sized my collection a lot. Only three at the moment.

15 July 2015, 03:35 PM	#44
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15 July 2015, 06:20 PM	#49
kb24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Philippines Watch: AP ROC 26320 Black Posts: 280	i think its a good choice and you like it as well.. here's some enabling.. Attached Images __________________ "the beauty of time is on your wrist..."

15 July 2015, 09:15 PM	#54
Snow-Dweller 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: collections change Posts: 6,431	I sold three of my six Rolexes to buy two APs, and so can understand where you're coming from. My advice would be to not consider desirability, resale values etc. Make sure you end up with the watches that you really want to wear. __________________ . It turns out that WISdom can be bought ————————————————————————————— . 16803. 14060M. 16570. 114300. 126000. GMW-B5000D.

16 July 2015, 12:52 AM	#58
Skittman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Stu Location: England Watch: Yes Please Posts: 193	Thanks for all your help guys. Some excellent input... Will be sure to keep you updated with how this one progresses. __________________ Current - 116500LN Daytona White. 116505 Daytona Chocolate. 326934 Sky Dweller Blue Previously Owned - Yachtmaster I - Blue Dial. Sub C Date.116520 Daytona - White Dial. 116600 SD4K. 116515LN Chocolate. 116500LN Black Dial. 26320 AP ROC

16 July 2015, 12:16 PM	#59
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Add an AP to your collection, yes. Maybe some creative flipping if that's required... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

15 July 2015, 05:30 AM	#33
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	Don't just save AP for 'special occasions'..mix it in all the time. Great thought to change things up.

15 July 2015, 05:42 AM	#38
toneafficianado 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Alan Location: Australia Posts: 2,204	I would keep the YM as it has a killer blue dial and some platinum to boot. Plus it does all the jobs that the SubC does.That way you have a diver when the need arises. if you are a sucker for chronos though , then do the trade as suggested.

15 July 2015, 05:55 AM	#40
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	26320 and Daytona have similar dials so I would probably keep the sub, but at least get different dial colours.

15 July 2015, 11:22 AM	#42
el1125 Banned Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: USA Posts: 3,578	Keep Daytona, get an AP, forget the others . I agree w your thinking

15 July 2015, 11:26 AM	#43
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,187	The thing I don't like about your proposed trade is getting rid of two extremely versatile, good looking watches for a watch you're going to just wear for special occasions...don't think you'll get the bang for your buck. So I'm a big fat no.

15 July 2015, 03:49 PM	#45
997.2 Banned Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Chaz Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Posts: 2,721	Keep the sub. Get rid of the yuckmaster and save a few weeks for the Ap

15 July 2015, 05:05 PM	#47
Cru Jones 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: CET Posts: 35,589	ROC is

15 July 2015, 08:05 PM	#50
SamGMT "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Singapore Watch: Audemars Piguet Posts: 1,689	Your plans sound good, I will do it.

15 July 2015, 08:13 PM	#52
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,806	Yup! Good move in my opinion.

15 July 2015, 08:23 PM	#53
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	ROC with silver, black or blue dial? if silver, keep the SubC, if black or blue, keep the Daytona. Either way, do it!

15 July 2015, 10:15 PM	#55
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	I would get a ROO in a special material, ceramic or FC, it's with RG what AP makes best IMO, or the iconic Jumbo, not a huge fan of ROC for my part

16 July 2015, 12:12 AM	#56
daytonaTBR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: N/A Posts: 1,466	If you like chronos I would do it.

16 July 2015, 12:44 AM	#57
charger Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: US Watch: Yachtmaster 2 Posts: 295	I think I would do it too.

17 July 2015, 03:25 AM	#60
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Sounds logical. I've down sized my collection a lot. Only three at the moment. __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

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