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BIGPOCKETS · 12 March 2021, 03:35 PM

Saw the BB Bluey the other day - sooo nice!
I've almost caved for a BB GMT or even standard BURGUNDY BB.....
Enjoy mate, can't ever take for granted spending time with those closest to you.
I did the same with my SD43 months after I bought it & that was about 18 months ago.
Life's too short

Sprezzatura!, · 12 March 2021, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by JackPine

I think it was a wrong trade. The Rolex will continue to go up in value whereas the Tudor will loose value relatively speaking.

Ok.

And what about just the enjoyment?

Nairn1980 · 12 March 2021, 05:33 PM

It wouldn’t be me, but as long as you’re happy.

CPRWATCH · 12 March 2021, 05:38 PM

It’s quite refreshing to see you did the trade , the so called perceived loss of value in trading your hulk for a 58 Blue will be more than made up by the value in quality family time you will spend with your family, which is priceless . And also having some great adventures I’m sure , with the added bonus that the 58 Blue will be on your wrist . Please post some pictures of your travels when you go

OG1982 · 12 March 2021, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DoctorsOrders

Why the BB58 instead of a sub is my question?

I would have thought that pretty obvious based on the info provided. The hulk is probably worth 4 or 5 times what the BB58 cost to buy and 2 times what a new or older submariner would cost, and the OP wanted to free up funds for a vehicle for the family.

Gerardus · 12 March 2021, 06:00 PM

Smart financial move IMHO! At the end of the day- also a Rolex- it's just a watch! Huge congrats with your other goal and enjoy the comfy '58!
NICE PIC BTW

SS Oyster · 12 March 2021, 06:06 PM

Great watch for a great watch plus funding for life experience ... priceless!

LTlhr · 12 March 2021, 08:10 PM

Each to their own I guess, but I won't be voluntarily parting with my Hulk unless I had no financial choice to keep it.

911_3.6 · 12 March 2021, 08:25 PM

Good for you.

You probably made a few memories with the Hulk, but you will make many more traveling with your family.

I have owned my BB58 Blue for nearly a year and it gets the most wrist time. It’s on the small side, but comfortable, fun to look at and you can feel the quality in the bracelet.

Don’t look back and enjoy the BB58.

BLNR Nairobi · 12 March 2021, 08:43 PM

Great trade. You get a very good watch (the BB) and get to spend amazing life moments with your family.

Best trade ever. God bless.

Benzsiam · 12 March 2021, 09:53 PM

Glad to see the Hulk make your family happy.

1William · 12 March 2021, 10:09 PM

Congratulations.

JackPine · 12 March 2021, 10:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sprezzatura!,

Ok.

And what about just the enjoyment?

Good point.

Driver8 · 12 March 2021, 10:20 PM

Awesome! Great to see someone simply going with their gut, buying what the like, and flying in the face of the ever present "investment/resale value" concerns that unfortunately overshadows Rolex so much these days.

Goin2drt · 12 March 2021, 10:21 PM

I would have sold it and bought a Casio to be able to buy an RV and travel with the kids. Those are some of the best memories camping and RVing with them. No watch is worth trading for that. Enjoy the journey.

Tensai · 12 March 2021, 10:38 PM

Congrats! That is a win-win. The 58 looks great. And the Hulk is, well, green....

doogan · 12 March 2021, 11:23 PM

Family comes first. Good trade based on your rationale. Enjoy the BB58!

Tikandtokalot · 13 March 2021, 12:04 AM

Great choice and makes sense economically too.
Better looking watch by far.

pbubsy · 13 March 2021, 02:43 AM

Good move man, the new watch looks great. I recently got the 41mm black version and am very happy with it. Tudor makes a very nice watch but at the same time, it's a much less serious watch than a Sub. I've been enjoying the heck out of mine. Watch collecting isn't about the "investment".... it's meant to be fun and enjoyable.

vman · 13 March 2021, 05:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JackPine

I think it was a wrong trade. The Rolex will continue to go up in value whereas the Tudor will loose value relatively speaking.

But travel with family has an expiration date whereas Rolex is just a freaking watch you can easily pick up.

tirefryer · 13 March 2021, 05:42 AM

I am thrilled you were able to enjoy the Hulk while you had it, and when priorities in life changed, it was able to provide you the resources to get something you can enjoy with your family as well as another watch which you'll enjoy and take on your new adventures!
As affirmed by most all the people who responded, family first - time spend and memories made are more important than a watch. Material things will come and go, but you only have so much time with your family, especially if you have little kids!
Your post is so refreshing, especially in the current culture shift where it's all about the person, their "needs" and desires for self-pleasure and self-fulfillment.

Oxfordian · 13 March 2021, 07:45 AM

Our life's priorities change over time, our plans don't always work out the way we assume they will, I have always maintained that I will never sell yet I am now having to consider selling to help fund a house move.

OP, you made a life choice and it was a good one, enjoy your travels.

Stevec14 · 13 March 2021, 08:19 AM

Great post. These luxury trinkets can become all consuming with ever bigger incomings. Great to see you have gone the other way, and it’s a win-win in my book. You have a fabulous watch, and a lovely thing to enjoy with your loved ones.

100% bravo sir.

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clickingdru · 13 March 2021, 11:42 AM

Perfect choice, Congratulations.

JimSnyder · 13 March 2021, 11:59 AM

What is your RV choice?

JackPine · 13 March 2021, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vman

But travel with family has an expiration date whereas Rolex is just a freaking watch you can easily pick up.

Thanks for the insight. Your right!

maylebox · 13 March 2021, 12:39 PM

Best trade I've heard about on the forums. Headed off on a family adventure with your new travel trailer and a great watch on your wrist I doubt you'll ever have a single regret.

Frank McKay · 13 March 2021, 02:50 PM

Man tough call. The Hulk is an iconic piece. BOL with your decision and time spent traveling with fam. That BB is a sweet piece. Congrats.

kwingy · 15 March 2021, 09:25 AM

Congrats! It's just a watch even if it is a Rolex and everything has a price. You leverage the watch value and got another decent one and a trailer which you can now spend more time with your family which if this pandemic has taught us is one of the most important things in life. A hulk isn't. It's just a great trade imo.

SkipperSteve81 · 18 March 2021, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimSnyder

What is your RV choice?

Appreciate all the well wishes, watch friends. We went with a 21BHE from Grand Design. Will be pulling it with my F150.

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12 March 2021, 06:00 PM	#36
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	Smart financial move IMHO! At the end of the day- also a Rolex- it's just a watch! Huge congrats with your other goal and enjoy the comfy '58! NICE PIC BTW __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

12 March 2021, 08:10 PM	#38
LTlhr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: London Posts: 119	Each to their own I guess, but I won't be voluntarily parting with my Hulk unless I had no financial choice to keep it. __________________ Breitling: Avenger GMT (Red Arrows). Bremont: Supersonic. Hublot: Classic Fusion Chrono (Blue). Panerai: Luminor Base. Patek Philippe: 5905R Annual Calendar Chrono. Rolex: Day-Date WG Olive Green, Sky-Dweller RG Choc, Daytona YG Green, Daytona WG Blue, Submariner (Hulk), Submariner (Kermit), GMT II (Batgirl), GMT II (Pepsi), Sea-Dweller (SD43), OP41 (Silver), Air-King, Datejust (1967 Vintage).

12 March 2021, 09:53 PM	#41
Benzsiam 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: USA Watch: Rolex/AP/PP/ALS Posts: 6,000	Glad to see the Hulk make your family happy. __________________ Rolex: 116621, 126333, 126711CHNR, 114060, 116500LN White, 126660 JC, 126710BLNR, 126710BLRO, 116610LV, 126610LN, 126610LV, 116508 YG Green Dial, 124300 Turquoise, 126719BLRO Meteorite dial, 228235 Olive dial ,126755SARU, 116505 RG Black dial, 326934 Blue Sky D. AP: 15451ST Blue, 15500OR w/Bracelet, 14790SA, 14790BA, 26022BC(Salmon) PP: 5524R, 5712G, ALS: Time Zone 136.032, Cartier: WGSA0030, WSSA0061, YG Oct. 2965, Carree 2961, YG Carree, Tank W5000156 Breguet: 7137BA, MontBlanc: 109996"

13 March 2021, 07:45 AM	#52
Oxfordian "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Martin Location: England Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 3,107	Our life's priorities change over time, our plans don't always work out the way we assume they will, I have always maintained that I will never sell yet I am now having to consider selling to help fund a house move. OP, you made a life choice and it was a good one, enjoy your travels. __________________ Martin Small Rolex, Omega, Seiko and Oris Collection

13 March 2021, 11:59 AM	#55
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,722	What is your RV choice? __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

12 March 2021, 03:35 PM	#31
BIGPOCKETS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Aldo Location: Australia Posts: 50	Saw the BB Bluey the other day - sooo nice! I've almost caved for a BB GMT or even standard BURGUNDY BB..... Enjoy mate, can't ever take for granted spending time with those closest to you. I did the same with my SD43 months after I bought it & that was about 18 months ago. Life's too short

12 March 2021, 05:33 PM	#33
Nairn1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 8,385	It wouldn’t be me, but as long as you’re happy.

12 March 2021, 05:38 PM	#34
CPRWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: Chester UK Watch: Rolex GMT Master Posts: 4,600	It’s quite refreshing to see you did the trade , the so called perceived loss of value in trading your hulk for a 58 Blue will be more than made up by the value in quality family time you will spend with your family, which is priceless . And also having some great adventures I’m sure , with the added bonus that the 58 Blue will be on your wrist . Please post some pictures of your travels when you go

12 March 2021, 06:06 PM	#37
SS Oyster 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 9,202	Great watch for a great watch plus funding for life experience ... priceless!

12 March 2021, 08:25 PM	#39
911_3.6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: USA Watch: SD43 Posts: 196	Good for you. You probably made a few memories with the Hulk, but you will make many more traveling with your family. I have owned my BB58 Blue for nearly a year and it gets the most wrist time. It’s on the small side, but comfortable, fun to look at and you can feel the quality in the bracelet. Don’t look back and enjoy the BB58.

12 March 2021, 08:43 PM	#40
BLNR Nairobi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Tony Location: Global Watch: All of them. Posts: 1,141	Great trade. You get a very good watch (the BB) and get to spend amazing life moments with your family. Best trade ever. God bless.

12 March 2021, 10:09 PM	#42
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,598	Congratulations.

12 March 2021, 10:20 PM	#44
Driver8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: UK Posts: 2,874	Awesome! Great to see someone simply going with their gut, buying what the like, and flying in the face of the ever present "investment/resale value" concerns that unfortunately overshadows Rolex so much these days.

12 March 2021, 10:21 PM	#45
Goin2drt Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,307	I would have sold it and bought a Casio to be able to buy an RV and travel with the kids. Those are some of the best memories camping and RVing with them. No watch is worth trading for that. Enjoy the journey.

12 March 2021, 10:38 PM	#46
Tensai "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: tyo nyc fla ack Watch: all the good ones Posts: 1,008	Congrats! That is a win-win. The 58 looks great. And the Hulk is, well, green....

12 March 2021, 11:23 PM	#47
doogan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Edinburgh Posts: 148	Family comes first. Good trade based on your rationale. Enjoy the BB58!

13 March 2021, 12:04 AM	#48
Tikandtokalot "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Scotland Watch: Tudor BB41 M79540 Posts: 648	Great choice and makes sense economically too. Better looking watch by far.

13 March 2021, 02:43 AM	#49
pbubsy "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Pablo Location: In the sand Watch: DSSD Posts: 197	Good move man, the new watch looks great. I recently got the 41mm black version and am very happy with it. Tudor makes a very nice watch but at the same time, it's a much less serious watch than a Sub. I've been enjoying the heck out of mine. Watch collecting isn't about the "investment".... it's meant to be fun and enjoyable.

13 March 2021, 05:42 AM	#51
tirefryer "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: USA Watch: One on my wrist Posts: 106	I am thrilled you were able to enjoy the Hulk while you had it, and when priorities in life changed, it was able to provide you the resources to get something you can enjoy with your family as well as another watch which you'll enjoy and take on your new adventures! As affirmed by most all the people who responded, family first - time spend and memories made are more important than a watch. Material things will come and go, but you only have so much time with your family, especially if you have little kids! Your post is so refreshing, especially in the current culture shift where it's all about the person, their "needs" and desires for self-pleasure and self-fulfillment.

13 March 2021, 08:19 AM	#53
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,470	Great post. These luxury trinkets can become all consuming with ever bigger incomings. Great to see you have gone the other way, and it’s a win-win in my book. You have a fabulous watch, and a lovely thing to enjoy with your loved ones. 100% bravo sir. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 March 2021, 11:42 AM	#54
clickingdru Banned Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: USA Posts: 169	Perfect choice, Congratulations.

13 March 2021, 12:39 PM	#57
maylebox "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 881	Best trade I've heard about on the forums. Headed off on a family adventure with your new travel trailer and a great watch on your wrist I doubt you'll ever have a single regret.

13 March 2021, 02:50 PM	#58
Frank McKay "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,650	Man tough call. The Hulk is an iconic piece. BOL with your decision and time spent traveling with fam. That BB is a sweet piece. Congrats.

15 March 2021, 09:25 AM	#59
kwingy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: UK Posts: 1,368	Congrats! It's just a watch even if it is a Rolex and everything has a price. You leverage the watch value and got another decent one and a trailer which you can now spend more time with your family which if this pandemic has taught us is one of the most important things in life. A hulk isn't. It's just a great trade imo.

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