does this sound like a good trade

[ndane]

I am currently in negotiations to trade my mint fullsize f serial 16622 ss/plat yachtmaster for a black dial milgauss m serial milgauss in lnib condition. both watches have box and papers. he's also going to throw in around 530 dollars. i really like both watches, so any advice from you guys would be a big help. thanks a lot.

[rocco1109]

From a monetary standpoint, it's a good trade for you, slightly.

I've seen Milgauss selling for around $4400. A few months ago the 16622 was easily found at $5,000. They have come down a little recently, say $4800.

So the money is about right with you coming out a little ahead.

Now you just have to decide which watch you like better.

[Z-Sub]

Sounds like a good deal. Both watches are worth more or less the same given your YM is F-serial. Good luck.

[ndane]

So far so good huh?

[DRAWTOOL]

I think I would want more money. I could be wrong, but I think a lot more money.

Update, well I can see I was wrong.
Nevermind...

[ndane]

Originally Posted by DRAWTOOL

I think I would want more money. I could be wrong, but I think a lot more money.

Update, well I can see I was wrong.
Nevermind...

please explain, my friend

[Art 1]

I think it's a good deal for both. I find the Milgauss to be a very nice watch.

[SLS]

It is a decent trade, but you will take a big hit on the Milgauss should you decide to sell it...just look at how much the YM has dropped,
~Scott

[ndane]

Originally Posted by SLS

It is a decent trade, but you will take a big hit on the Milgauss should you decide to sell it...just look at how much the YM has dropped,
~Scott

here's the bigger question: would it be more profitable for me to sell the yacht-master and then use the money to purchase a milgauss?

[DRAWTOOL]

Originally Posted by ndane

please explain, my friend

I thought the YM was more expensive than it evidently is and then there is this:

Originally Posted by SLS

It is a decent trade, but you will take a big hit on the Milgauss should you decide to sell it...just look at how much the YM has dropped,
~Scott

[kelly56]

I like the YM much better than the Milgauss. I would stay put.

[Art 1]

Originally Posted by ndane

here's the bigger question: would it be more profitable for me to sell the yacht-master and then use the money to purchase a milgauss?

Your yacht would sell for around $5000 and is soon to need a service. The mil sells for around $4600 and your getting cash. The deal is about even, if you really want the mil make the trade.

[kcmo]

I think it's a fair deal if you'd be happier with the Milgauss.

[kto_1201]

i think it's more about which watch u like than the $$$

[Randy1989]

I would not trade. My advice would be to pick up the Milgauss in a couple more months rather than parting with the a yacht master.

[DSJ]

I wouldn't trade either - in the long run, I think the YM will be worth more. Plus it's got a date movement AND plat dial/bezel.

[Z-Sub]

Really, I think both of you are winners if you get the watch you really want.

[Singslinger]

Based on current values, the trade is fair. Of course, it depends on whether you'll be happier wearing the Milgauss instead of the YM.

[sakuraba]

Trading an old, depreciated classic for a new depreciating model hardly makes fiscal sense.

But I would do it if the watch sings to you. If you want to save money and still end up with a newer watch, I would wait a bit more for the Milgauss to depreciate.

For what it's worth, my vote is for the Platty.

[sexner]

Originally Posted by DSJ

I wouldn't trade either - in the long run, I think the YM will be worth more. Plus it's got a date movement AND plat dial/bezel.

sakuraba,

I agree with DSJ - I would keep the SS & Plat YM

[allanofcalifornia]

If the yachtmaster doesn't talk to you anymore and you love he Milgauss, then I would trade. Right now doing a trade is much better than trying to sell your watch and then trying to buy another one.


Allan