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Gaijin · 18 April 2016, 06:55 PM

I would but do that. The GMT you have is a classic.

Kevan · 18 April 2016, 07:21 PM

Keep it and save for the next, you may just kick yourself in the future.

Jcy90 · 18 April 2016, 09:44 PM

Thanks for all the input everyone! I barely wear the Pepsi because I want it to stay really minty. bought the watch a month ago and wore it like 4 times. If I see a new scratch on the Pepsi I'm like ughhhh. if I bought the BLNR I would get the PCL brushed and wear it practically every day. This is my dilemma.

Sublovin · 18 April 2016, 09:50 PM

You are using the term "upgrade" as if it is factually based.
What about that would be an upgrade for you?

Sublovin · 18 April 2016, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jcy90

Thanks for all the input everyone! I barely wear the Pepsi because I want it to stay really minty. bought the watch a month ago and wore it like 4 times. If I see a new scratch on the Pepsi I'm like ughhhh. if I bought the BLNR I would get the PCL brushed and wear it practically every day. This is my dilemma.

Seems silly....you would wear the more expensive one? Just wear the watch man...its not a faberge egg!

perryj · 18 April 2016, 10:07 PM

If you plan on keeping it, a well worn watch looks better than a minty one IMHO

MCO1 · 18 April 2016, 10:12 PM

I was originally going to say no as I got the impression the pepsi had been with you awhile. Your later comment remarked you had only had the pepsi a few months and were afraid to wear it. They are wonderful....but not that rare yet anyway. If you don't have a connection to it and would rather have the BLNR go for it. It's hard to beat an old school GMT 2 though, I would add the BLNR vs replace. If a 5 digit reference has a chance of appreciating well in the future then good versions of these have a good chance to do it.

jrs146 · 18 April 2016, 10:21 PM

If you really have moved on from a watch flip it. But make sure it's not just the lust for a new watch Theys getting in the way. It's easier to add and flip later than flip and regret.

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Jcy90 · 18 April 2016, 10:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MCO1

I was originally going to say no as I got the impression the pepsi had been with you awhile. Your later comment remarked you had only had the pepsi a few months and were afraid to wear it. They are wonderful....but not that rare yet anyway. If you don't have a connection to it and would rather have the BLNR go for it. It's hard to beat an old school GMT 2 though, I would add the BLNR vs replace. If a 5 digit reference has a chance of appreciating well in the future then good versions of these have a good chance to do it.

I think this makes the most sense. I might as well enjoy it and get the BLNR next. These and the Kermit subs seem to be commanding a pretty high premium over the other 5 digit sports models, and I don't think this trend will change in the future. If I do decide to trade/sell in the future I don't think a few more scratches would make a huge difference to the new buyer. And enjoying and wearing the watch would make all the difference to me. Thanks everyone!

Friedl41 · 19 April 2016, 12:53 AM

i have a 16710 ... which i had DLCed a few years ago ,,, today I ask myself why why

,, ok a bit off topic but what i am trying to say is ,,, keep the 16710 and save for a BLNR

Le Chef · 19 April 2016, 12:55 AM

Owning a 16710 "Coke" and selling it to buy a 116710 LN. I wish I had kept it and just saved and added the LN and later then BLNR. Yes I like GMT's and travel!

chucelli · 19 April 2016, 01:15 AM

If you think you would actually wear the BLNR, then I'd say go for it.

Part of the rapport that develops with a watch is owning and having it worn for many years.
The 16710 may be a good vintage, but I don't think you will ever develop that bond with it since you're too afraid to wear it.
But in general , it is best to add, not flip. However, you should have your daily wearer sorted first.

liuk3 · 19 April 2016, 01:20 AM

I would just save up for the BLNR and hold onto the 16710. I have and love both.

travisb · 19 April 2016, 01:24 AM

I'm a current BLNR owner and I'm with the majority here - keep and save.

abrasive · 19 April 2016, 01:35 AM

No. Absolutely not.

psychokandy · 19 April 2016, 02:38 AM

pls keel your pepsi and buy another blnr. thats what i would do if i were you.

yannis · 19 April 2016, 02:42 AM

I would say keep it.

ernie2 · 19 April 2016, 02:50 AM

I am in NY, sell the pepsi to me and buy a BLNR

red1108nyc · 19 April 2016, 10:21 AM

No up or downgrade... just 2 great birds that look fantastic together! Saving up would be my advice!

Snow-Dweller · 19 April 2016, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Patton250

I would not do that and I own BLNR. Just keep the Pepsi and save up for a BLNR.

Hear hear.

bdex75 · 19 April 2016, 10:31 AM

I would not call it an upgrade. But I would agree with some that say the best watch is the one that you are going to wear. And if the Pepsi is going to sit in the safe and never get worn in fear of a scratch and the blnr will get daily use, by all means flip away.

If need be I would save and get the blnr whenever I could. I so t think that Pepsi is going to be easy to find in a few years.

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Defiancekofb · 19 April 2016, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Jcy90

Have a very nice 16710 F series unpolished box & papers. Should I trade up and add some cash for a BLNR? Or would I kick myself once I trade because I would be hard pressed to find another 16710 in the condition that mine is in? And the BLNR is currently in production. All input would be greatly appreciated.

I used to have a 16710 Pepsi, Box & Papers. I flipped it for a Kermit. I regretted it ever since. I have the BLNR now, since I can't afford the WG Pepsi Ceramic.

The BLNR the bracelet and bezel are light years ahead of the 16710. If you crave the newer watch then go for it. If not, then perhaps save for alittle bit and in a year or so some BLNR's should be popping up on the used market for a good deal.

PrinceT · 19 April 2016, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by red1108nyc

No up or downgrade... just 2 great birds that look fantastic together! Saving up would be my advice!

This

Ru4scuba · 19 April 2016, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by red1108nyc

No up or downgrade... just 2 great birds that look fantastic together! Saving up would be my advice!

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RinkRolex · 19 April 2016, 10:40 AM

No way!

landroverking · 19 April 2016, 10:40 AM

No. I wouldn't cosider it an upgrade.

Joearch · 19 April 2016, 10:41 AM

I own a 1670 and a BLNR. The BLNR gets more wrist time. If you can afford to keep the 16710 good, If not and it does not get used then move it.

subtona · 19 April 2016, 10:56 AM

Nope

VinnieVegas · 19 April 2016, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patton250

I would not do that and I own BLNR. Just keep the Pepsi and save up for a BLNR.

I own a 16710 and I desire a BLNR, also. But I wouldn't part with the 16710 for anything! This is a good approach - keep the Pepsi and save for the BLNR.

It's what I'm doing. ;-)

09 Hemi Orange SRT · 19 April 2016, 11:23 AM

I just used the search function for "What does BLNR refer to or mean?" and came up with over 20 pages of results showing posts with the term BLNR in the content.

So lets lend a hand to a fellow forum member and make this simple. :)

BLNR refers to the Steel Ceramic bezeled GMT with the BLue and Black or NoiR bezel.

It became the nickname for the watch - BL from the Blue and NR from Noir or Black from the bezel colors.

Hope this helps.

Regards, Sarah, wearing my 16710 as I type. :)

18 April 2016, 10:07 PM	#36
perryj "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: USA Watch: Rolex, Swatch Posts: 952	If you plan on keeping it, a well worn watch looks better than a minty one IMHO __________________ Rolex Datejust 16200 current Rolex Ceramic Submariner Date sold Rolex Submariner 14060 sold Rolex Explorer I and II both sold Rolex Datejust 16233 and 16234 sold

18 April 2016, 10:21 PM	#38
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,823	If you really have moved on from a watch flip it. But make sure it's not just the lust for a new watch Theys getting in the way. It's easier to add and flip later than flip and regret. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

19 April 2016, 12:53 AM	#40
Friedl41 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: SLF41 Location: Spain Watch: Changes Posts: 1,053	i have a 16710 ... which i had DLCed a few years ago ,,, today I ask myself why why ,, ok a bit off topic but what i am trying to say is ,,, keep the 16710 and save for a BLNR __________________ Sea Dweller 16600, Submariner 14060m SUB 5513 meter first (1968) Air King 5500 (1980) GMTc NR, Explorer 1 & II 14270 & 16570 PP 5065a

19 April 2016, 12:55 AM	#41
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	My regret Owning a 16710 "Coke" and selling it to buy a 116710 LN. I wish I had kept it and just saved and added the LN and later then BLNR. Yes I like GMT's and travel!

19 April 2016, 01:20 AM	#43
liuk3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 3,354	I would just save up for the BLNR and hold onto the 16710. I have and love both. __________________ "Appreciate your life!"

18 April 2016, 06:55 PM	#31
Gaijin 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,177	I would but do that. The GMT you have is a classic.

18 April 2016, 07:21 PM	#32
Kevan "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: England/Dubai Watch: the one on my arm. Posts: 923	Keep it and save for the next, you may just kick yourself in the future.

18 April 2016, 09:44 PM	#33
Jcy90 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Jonathan Location: New York Watch: GMT & SUB Posts: 704	Thanks for all the input everyone! I barely wear the Pepsi because I want it to stay really minty. bought the watch a month ago and wore it like 4 times. If I see a new scratch on the Pepsi I'm like ughhhh. if I bought the BLNR I would get the PCL brushed and wear it practically every day. This is my dilemma.

18 April 2016, 09:50 PM	#34
Sublovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,608	You are using the term "upgrade" as if it is factually based. What about that would be an upgrade for you?

18 April 2016, 10:12 PM	#37
MCO1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Missouri USA Watch: Daytona C white Posts: 2,248	I was originally going to say no as I got the impression the pepsi had been with you awhile. Your later comment remarked you had only had the pepsi a few months and were afraid to wear it. They are wonderful....but not that rare yet anyway. If you don't have a connection to it and would rather have the BLNR go for it. It's hard to beat an old school GMT 2 though, I would add the BLNR vs replace. If a 5 digit reference has a chance of appreciating well in the future then good versions of these have a good chance to do it.

19 April 2016, 01:15 AM	#42
chucelli "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Robert Location: Metro DC Watch: all of them Posts: 145	If you think you would actually wear the BLNR, then I'd say go for it. Part of the rapport that develops with a watch is owning and having it worn for many years. The 16710 may be a good vintage, but I don't think you will ever develop that bond with it since you're too afraid to wear it. But in general , it is best to add, not flip. However, you should have your daily wearer sorted first.

19 April 2016, 01:24 AM	#44
travisb "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,842	I'm a current BLNR owner and I'm with the majority here - keep and save.

19 April 2016, 01:35 AM	#45
abrasive "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: UT, US Posts: 118	No. Absolutely not.

19 April 2016, 02:38 AM	#46
psychokandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: PG.PJ.SH Watch: Crown.Rose.Shield Posts: 179	pls keel your pepsi and buy another blnr. thats what i would do if i were you.

19 April 2016, 02:42 AM	#47
yannis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Yannis Location: Europe Watch: maniac Posts: 9,070	I would say keep it. __________________ Rolex Submariner 116610LV \| Tudor 79220N DSSD MEMBERS - OWNERS CLUB

19 April 2016, 02:50 AM	#48
ernie2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Arnold Location: New York Watch: SD4K+BLNR Posts: 849	I am in NY, sell the pepsi to me and buy a BLNR

19 April 2016, 10:21 AM	#49
red1108nyc "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,514	No up or downgrade... just 2 great birds that look fantastic together! Saving up would be my advice!

19 April 2016, 10:31 AM	#51
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,505	I would not call it an upgrade. But I would agree with some that say the best watch is the one that you are going to wear. And if the Pepsi is going to sit in the safe and never get worn in fear of a scratch and the blnr will get daily use, by all means flip away. If need be I would save and get the blnr whenever I could. I so t think that Pepsi is going to be easy to find in a few years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 April 2016, 10:40 AM	#55
RinkRolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: On Watch: YM Posts: 282	No way!

19 April 2016, 10:40 AM	#56
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	No. I wouldn't cosider it an upgrade.

19 April 2016, 10:41 AM	#57
Joearch 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,965	I own a 1670 and a BLNR. The BLNR gets more wrist time. If you can afford to keep the 16710 good, If not and it does not get used then move it.

19 April 2016, 10:56 AM	#58
subtona 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,757	Nope __________________

19 April 2016, 11:23 AM	#60
09 Hemi Orange SRT "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Sarah Location: Rhode Island Posts: 92	I just used the search function for "What does BLNR refer to or mean?" and came up with over 20 pages of results showing posts with the term BLNR in the content. So lets lend a hand to a fellow forum member and make this simple. :) BLNR refers to the Steel Ceramic bezeled GMT with the BLue and Black or NoiR bezel. It became the nickname for the watch - BL from the Blue and NR from Noir or Black from the bezel colors. Hope this helps. Regards, Sarah, wearing my 16710 as I type. :)

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