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autohorology · 30 December 2014, 01:16 PM

Let's assume the numbers are all in line, which they are. I don't necessarily want to pay cash for this watch but I'm being offered it and if I do it it's going to be in trade toward something I own.

Pros:

1. The White dial is close to my Wife's 7018 so we'll nearly have matching Nautiluses. (Hers is a little more silvery and doesn't have an AC or moonphase)

2. I like the white dial, A LOT.

3. It's another Patek.

Cons:

1. Give up my Rose Gold SkyDweller for it? This is a very heavy watch that doesn't get as much use as my RG Daytona. But it's also precious metal as opposed to the 5726 stainless steel. Also has an annual calendar which for a Rolex is a big deal.

2. I already own a 5726, Black Dial with Tiffany stamp on strap that I CANNOT let go of. Is it crazy to own two identical models just with different dials and strap/bracelet combos?

lipjin · 30 December 2014, 01:18 PM

Keep the sky dweller. It's a Rolex AC, a bit of diversity in the collection, and you already own a 5726 Tiffany.

APRolex · 30 December 2014, 01:22 PM

As good as the white 5726 is I wouldn't do it as you already have a 5726 albeit on strap. I do have to say you'r getting full value for your SKD assuming the 5726 is new or a few months old as I see them trading in the high 30's. In my opinion the 5726 would be easier to move if you so wish. By doing this trade you'd be saving the initial hit you take on Rolex precious models. Have I confused you enough. 🍻😅

venom43 · 30 December 2014, 01:23 PM

Why not....one is almost like a LE (special occasions) and the other is a daily wear watch. I see nothing wrong with it. I like the exact same model, and agree that the white dial on the 5726 work very well together on the bracelet.

zama · 30 December 2014, 02:23 PM

I am not a fan of the SkyDweller so generally would always say yes, but it is similar to your other watch.

WhatTheDeuce · 30 December 2014, 02:27 PM

Another con: you'll have to change you're profile picture...

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APRolex · 30 December 2014, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by WhatTheDeuce

Another con: you'll have to change you're profile picture...

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What's the con ? 😳

s14roller · 30 December 2014, 02:57 PM

I'd keep the Sky...a bit more pop vs. another 5726

thomaspp · 30 December 2014, 02:59 PM

nah...

subtona · 30 December 2014, 03:03 PM

I would put that SK toward something unique.

kilyung · 30 December 2014, 03:33 PM

RG SkD is sweet!

RussW · 30 December 2014, 09:18 PM

I wouldn't trade for the 5726, purely because you have one already (albeit on strap). I would trade for something else.

SearChart · 30 December 2014, 09:35 PM

Sell the SkyDweller, get a 5711 and save the rest for your next purchase.

WhatTheDeuce · 30 December 2014, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by APRolex

What's the con ? 😳

Sorry, just a bad joke...

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Racerdj · 30 December 2014, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

RG SkD is sweet!

I agree but acknowledge I am still in the 'honeymoon phase' for at least another day or so.

ash20 · 30 December 2014, 09:58 PM

Not a fan of the SkyD and LOVE the 5726 white dial. That said, it's a bit redundant to the 5726 you have, and you say you cannot part with. I'd say maybe a Nautilus Chrono would be more tempting. The 5980 w/ the white dial is awesome or blue is even better!

iazrollie · 31 December 2014, 12:17 AM

I'd trade it for the 5990, plus a little cash.

brandrea · 31 December 2014, 12:18 AM

Keep your Skydweller

autohorology · 31 December 2014, 12:45 AM

Thanks for the comments everyone! It really helps.

GB-man · 31 December 2014, 04:07 AM

I'd trade for something else although the white dial 5726/1a is my favorite of the bunch.

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Louribal · 31 December 2014, 12:13 PM

Keep the skydweller

AK797 · 31 December 2014, 02:11 PM

How about the TT 5980 AR instead? Would like to see more of those.

gunrnnr · 31 December 2014, 02:39 PM

What about a 5980/1A white dial? Would be a change and you wouldn't be duplicating a watch you already have. Just a thought.

lapince · 31 December 2014, 04:52 PM

If you didn't have a 5726 I would say yes, but you have one, so NO….

lapince · 31 December 2014, 04:54 PM

Ps: NO WAY, and I don't like the SD in fact, but having 2 5726, which I love by the way, my favorite Naut with the 5712, would IMO be crazy….

topcat30093 · 31 December 2014, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RussW

I wouldn't trade for the 5726, purely because you have one already (albeit on strap). I would trade for something else.

That was also my immediate thought.

yjfang · 31 December 2014, 05:51 PM

I would keep the SkyDweller. That's one of the best watches offered by Rolex in my opinion.

Daytonaman799 · 1 January 2015, 04:21 AM

I liked the idea. I had the 5726a on a strap and bought the white dial on a bracelet. They are VERY different watches. That being said I had to sell my 5726a for a Rolex that I really wanted and didn't want to outlay the cash. I don't regret that trade at all. The only reason I would say to do it is that you already have a RG Daytona so that bucket is filled and the SD is just not as nice an AC as the 5726 1/a polar. I would rather have the PP in this match up. Good luck!

autohorology · 1 January 2015, 09:25 AM

I truly appreciate all the insight. I've decided to keep the SkyDweller for now. I might do it as a partial trade toward a 5980r if I can find one on a short strap. And I like the idea on the 5990. I actually have one on order with my local AD but I keep getting offered them from other dealers, mostly with asian papers. Nothing wrong with that, but if I'm paying the same value I'm waiting for the one from my AD. I didn't like the 5990 when it was first announced and now I love it. I got the rose gold bug for awhile but honestly my heart is with Patek, so I know I'll eventually trade out of every Rolex I have for something Patek.

They say many Patek owners come full circle back to Rolex, but there's a certain level of emotion I cannot explain when I strap on one of my Patek's that I don't feel with any Rolex I've ever acquired. I still remember the feeling when I bought my first Rolex because I didn't know there was any better, but now that Patek is in my arsenal it's so hard to want to wear anything else. Thanks partially to Ken for this addiction! His pictures have inspired me and lightened my wallet quite a bit.

Happy New Year to all. I wish you nothing but success, health and happiness!!

Racerdj · 1 January 2015, 11:24 PM

I believe you made the correct decision. Can you please explain in more detail
"They say many Patek owners come full circle back to Rolex"?

Quote:

Originally Posted by autohorology

I truly appreciate all the insight. I've decided to keep the SkyDweller for now. I might do it as a partial trade toward a 5980r if I can find one on a short strap. And I like the idea on the 5990. I actually have one on order with my local AD but I keep getting offered them from other dealers, mostly with asian papers. Nothing wrong with that, but if I'm paying the same value I'm waiting for the one from my AD. I didn't like the 5990 when it was first announced and now I love it. I got the rose gold bug for awhile but honestly my heart is with Patek, so I know I'll eventually trade out of every Rolex I have for something Patek.

They say many Patek owners come full circle back to Rolex, but there's a certain level of emotion I cannot explain when I strap on one of my Patek's that I don't feel with any Rolex I've ever acquired. I still remember the feeling when I bought my first Rolex because I didn't know there was any better, but now that Patek is in my arsenal it's so hard to want to wear anything else. Thanks partially to Ken for this addiction! His pictures have inspired me and lightened my wallet quite a bit.

Happy New Year to all. I wish you nothing but success, health and happiness!!

30 December 2014, 01:16 PM	#1
autohorology "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Brian Location: Huntington Beach Watch: Daytona Posts: 889	Trade a SkyDweller for Patek 5726 White Dial? Let's assume the numbers are all in line, which they are. I don't necessarily want to pay cash for this watch but I'm being offered it and if I do it it's going to be in trade toward something I own. Pros: 1. The White dial is close to my Wife's 7018 so we'll nearly have matching Nautiluses. (Hers is a little more silvery and doesn't have an AC or moonphase) 2. I like the white dial, A LOT. 3. It's another Patek. Cons: 1. Give up my Rose Gold SkyDweller for it? This is a very heavy watch that doesn't get as much use as my RG Daytona. But it's also precious metal as opposed to the 5726 stainless steel. Also has an annual calendar which for a Rolex is a big deal. 2. I already own a 5726, Black Dial with Tiffany stamp on strap that I CANNOT let go of. Is it crazy to own two identical models just with different dials and strap/bracelet combos?

30 December 2014, 01:18 PM	#2
lipjin "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: HK Watch: AP ROC, Nautilus Posts: 1,657	Keep the sky dweller. It's a Rolex AC, a bit of diversity in the collection, and you already own a 5726 Tiffany. __________________ "We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right" -Nelson Mandela "It is not our abilities that show what we truly are. It is our choices" -Dumbledore Instagram: horolj_

30 December 2014, 01:23 PM	#4
venom43 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: NOR-CAL Watch: Grail Daytona Posts: 1,306	Why not....one is almost like a LE (special occasions) and the other is a daily wear watch. I see nothing wrong with it. I like the exact same model, and agree that the white dial on the 5726 work very well together on the bracelet. __________________ ROLEX:(116200)SS DATEJUST,(216570)SS EXPLORER II "POLAR",(116518-0073)YG DAYTONA,(116718)YG GMT MASTER IIc,(16610)SS SUBMARINER 50th LV,(16623)TT YACHT-MASTER ~BREITLING:SUPER OCEAN 44 ~JLC:NAVY SEALs ~OMEGA:PLANET OCEAN "LIQUIDMETAL LE" & (2201.51),SPEEEDMASTER PRO "METEORITE DIAL",SEAMASTER PRO GMT "GREAT WHITE" ~TUDOR:BLACK BAY(R)

30 December 2014, 02:23 PM	#5
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,807	I am not a fan of the SkyDweller so generally would always say yes, but it is similar to your other watch. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

30 December 2014, 02:27 PM	#6
WhatTheDeuce "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Kyung Location: Anywhere? Watch: cha want... Posts: 4,488	Another con: you'll have to change you're profile picture... Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Instagram: @whatthedeuce_

30 December 2014, 01:22 PM	#3
APRolex Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Sam Location: NYC Watch: AP Perp Skeleton Posts: 1,071	As good as the white 5726 is I wouldn't do it as you already have a 5726 albeit on strap. I do have to say you'r getting full value for your SKD assuming the 5726 is new or a few months old as I see them trading in the high 30's. In my opinion the 5726 would be easier to move if you so wish. By doing this trade you'd be saving the initial hit you take on Rolex precious models. Have I confused you enough. 🍻😅

30 December 2014, 02:57 PM	#8
s14roller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,257	I'd keep the Sky...a bit more pop vs. another 5726

30 December 2014, 02:59 PM	#9
thomaspp "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 11,137	nah... __________________ Instagram: @watches_anonymous

30 December 2014, 03:03 PM	#10
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,546	I would put that SK toward something unique.

30 December 2014, 03:33 PM	#11
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	RG SkD is sweet!

30 December 2014, 09:18 PM	#12
RussW "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: England Watch: 5990 Posts: 3,350	I wouldn't trade for the 5726, purely because you have one already (albeit on strap). I would trade for something else.

30 December 2014, 09:58 PM	#16
ash20 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Abram Location: NorCal Watch: Rolex & Patek Posts: 513	Not a fan of the SkyD and LOVE the 5726 white dial. That said, it's a bit redundant to the 5726 you have, and you say you cannot part with. I'd say maybe a Nautilus Chrono would be more tempting. The 5980 w/ the white dial is awesome or blue is even better!

31 December 2014, 12:17 AM	#17
iazrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Ian Location: NY Watch: All of them Posts: 3,245	I'd trade it for the 5990, plus a little cash. __________________ Rolex, PPs, Breitling

31 December 2014, 12:18 AM	#18
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 77,760	Keep your Skydweller

31 December 2014, 12:45 AM	#19
autohorology "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Brian Location: Huntington Beach Watch: Daytona Posts: 889	Thanks for the comments everyone! It really helps.

31 December 2014, 04:07 AM	#20
GB-man 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,321	I'd trade for something else although the white dial 5726/1a is my favorite of the bunch. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________

31 December 2014, 12:13 PM	#21
Louribal "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Low Country Posts: 697	Keep the skydweller __________________ Instagram @Louribal

31 December 2014, 02:11 PM	#22
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	How about the TT 5980 AR instead? Would like to see more of those.

31 December 2014, 02:39 PM	#23
gunrnnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 188	What about a 5980/1A white dial? Would be a change and you wouldn't be duplicating a watch you already have. Just a thought.

31 December 2014, 04:52 PM	#24
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	If you didn't have a 5726 I would say yes, but you have one, so NO….

31 December 2014, 04:54 PM	#25
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	Ps: NO WAY, and I don't like the SD in fact, but having 2 5726, which I love by the way, my favorite Naut with the 5712, would IMO be crazy….

31 December 2014, 05:51 PM	#27
yjfang "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: JF Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rolex Sub 1680 Posts: 1,426	I would keep the SkyDweller. That's one of the best watches offered by Rolex in my opinion.

1 January 2015, 04:21 AM	#28
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,680	I liked the idea. I had the 5726a on a strap and bought the white dial on a bracelet. They are VERY different watches. That being said I had to sell my 5726a for a Rolex that I really wanted and didn't want to outlay the cash. I don't regret that trade at all. The only reason I would say to do it is that you already have a RG Daytona so that bucket is filled and the SD is just not as nice an AC as the 5726 1/a polar. I would rather have the PP in this match up. Good luck!

1 January 2015, 09:25 AM	#29
autohorology "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Brian Location: Huntington Beach Watch: Daytona Posts: 889	I truly appreciate all the insight. I've decided to keep the SkyDweller for now. I might do it as a partial trade toward a 5980r if I can find one on a short strap. And I like the idea on the 5990. I actually have one on order with my local AD but I keep getting offered them from other dealers, mostly with asian papers. Nothing wrong with that, but if I'm paying the same value I'm waiting for the one from my AD. I didn't like the 5990 when it was first announced and now I love it. I got the rose gold bug for awhile but honestly my heart is with Patek, so I know I'll eventually trade out of every Rolex I have for something Patek. They say many Patek owners come full circle back to Rolex, but there's a certain level of emotion I cannot explain when I strap on one of my Patek's that I don't feel with any Rolex I've ever acquired. I still remember the feeling when I bought my first Rolex because I didn't know there was any better, but now that Patek is in my arsenal it's so hard to want to wear anything else. Thanks partially to Ken for this addiction! His pictures have inspired me and lightened my wallet quite a bit. Happy New Year to all. I wish you nothing but success, health and happiness!!

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