Sell BLNR to fund AP RO 15450?

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3rd April 2021, 06:10
michael.jaye

Sell BLNR to fund AP RO 15450?

Well predictably since I did my “potential final SOTC” thread the other day I’ve sold the DJ, looking to move the BLNR on and get in an AP RO 15450. My biggest watch regret is selling my AP RO 15300 about 12 years ago. Prices have moved on massively since then but I have always missed the AP, so have decided life’s too short and just to go for it...but before I get carried away and buy one is there anything else that I should consider for the same sort of cash? Or am I mad even to be thinking of one at current price levels? Is TZ going to be the voice of reason and talk me out of it!? Does BLNR + DJ41 = AP RO 15450...all subjective I know but would be interested in your thoughts.

Thanks
Mike

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3rd April 2021, 07:24
AndyA

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

Well predictably since I did my “potential final SOTC” thread the other day I’ve sold the DJ, looking to move the BLNR on and get in an AP RO 15450. My biggest watch regret is selling my AP RO 15300 about 12 years ago. Prices have moved on massively since then but I have always missed the AP, so have decided life’s too short and just to go for it...but before I get carried away and buy one is there anything else that I should consider for the same sort of cash? Or am I mad even to be thinking of one at current price levels? Is TZ going to be the voice of reason and talk me out of it!? Does BLNR + DJ41 = AP RO 15450...all subjective I know but would be interested in your thoughts.

Thanks
Mike

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Sounds like your mind is made up already!
3rd April 2021, 07:45
Berty234

I’d do it, no regrets at all.
3rd April 2021, 07:49
RustyBin5

Sell BLNR to fund AP RO 15450?

The pricing moving higher shouldn’t hurt you at all since the watches you are selling have done the same surely. Personally I think you should do it as it’s been annoying you long enough [emoji48]

Looking forward to the pics
3rd April 2021, 07:50
Snoodles

Having also owned a 15300 a few years ago and selling on for a pittance compared to current market prices I’d also go for it Michael.

Great watch!
3rd April 2021, 07:55
ryanb741

Yeah do it. 15300 is a much nicer watch and if you don't do it the fact you are so keen to get another AP tells me this will end up bugging you. AP Royak Oaks are unlikely to plummet in value any time soon either

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3rd April 2021, 08:02
learningtofly

As I said in your "last SOTC" thread, two GMTs in a relatively small collection seems daft to me. Having owned the boutique edition 15400 in the past I'd say that you can't go wrong with either option, although the 15300 would be my choice of the two with it's marginally larger case size.
3rd April 2021, 08:18
michael.jaye

I was quite content for 9 months (long time for me) but getting the BLRO has mixed it all up. I think 4 watches is the sweet spot for me as anything more doesn’t get worn regularly enough for me to justify having it...and as you point out Tony could have more diversification and replace one of the GMTs.

So what should I be paying for a 2021 15450 from a dealer? I may have found one, just want a sense check is on what the market price is for these.

Thanks
Mike

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3rd April 2021, 08:28
wileeeeeey

If you do move your BLNR on @Craizeehair has a WTB and should be fairly local to you.

Re the AP I've been debating one for a while but I think if I do go high end I'd get something WG on Oysterflex. The AP would be the better financial decision I think.
3rd April 2021, 08:38
Devonian

I’d do it for certain. Good luck and let us know how it goes.
3rd April 2021, 08:49
Justin Case

I’d sooner get rid of the BLRO than the BLNR.
3rd April 2021, 08:58
Iain73

I really like the BLNR but the AP is a cut above. Go for it if you can!
3rd April 2021, 09:03
paneristi372

You're not mad at all, I, like you had a 15300 back in 2009 ish and traded it for a 116613LB, massive regret. A couple of years ago after missing the AP I bought a blue dial 14790 to go with my 5167.

https://i.imgur.com/YymGlYvh.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/BmmELr3h.jpg

Ultimately the 14790 felt great but I was always conscious that it was a little small as as much as I tried to tell myself the proportions were great I knew that the 15300 was perfect. It wasn't long until the 14790 went and another 15300 arrived. Yeah I paid big money for it but its worth it all day long IMO and as other have said they only seem to be going one way so the sooner you buy another the better ;-)

https://i.imgur.com/ZKtRoszh.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/YBORth8h.jpg
3rd April 2021, 11:50
MartynJC (UK)

Michael. Maybe consider the VC Overseas 4500v. Super adaptive with the three strap quick change option. The boutiques should be opening soon so you could try on for size? (And you’d have a lot of change left over!)
3rd April 2021, 13:09
Rich

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Originally Posted by MartynJC (UK)

Michael. Maybe consider the VC Overseas 4500v. Super adaptive with the three strap quick change option. The boutiques should be opening soon so you could try on for size? (And you’d have a lot of change left over!)

I'm with Martyn. VC OS so under the radar and very much in the same category of quality but without the (relative) price tag. Definitely worth a look in the flesh, as no photos do them justice.
3rd April 2021, 13:28
Berty234

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Originally Posted by Rich

I'm with Martyn. VC OS so under the radar and very much in the same category of quality but without the (relative) price tag. Definitely worth a look in the flesh, as no photos do them justice.

Not easy to get hold of new from an AD at the moment though, blue or black anyway.
3rd April 2021, 15:50
Rich

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Originally Posted by Berty234

Not easy to get hold of new from an AD at the moment though, blue or black anyway.

yes true. been looking for a blue chrono at the right price for a while now. I also want to see the Gen2 Chrono first before I decide. Still, the chase is half the fun.
3rd April 2021, 17:31
jukeboxs

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Originally Posted by learningtofly

... Having owned the boutique edition 15400 in the past I'd say that you can't go wrong with either option, although the 15300 would be my choice of the two with it's marginally larger case size.

I read that as saying the 15300 is larger than the 15400 but you must be meaning compared to the 15450.

OP, I'm assuming you're discounting the new 15500? Why, too large?
3rd April 2021, 17:52
learningtofly

Quote:

Originally Posted by jukeboxs

I read that as saying the 15300 is larger than the 15400 but you must be meaning compared to the 15450.

OP, I'm assuming you're discounting the new 15500? Why, too large?

Indeed. (I actually found the 15400 a little too large, FWIW.)
3rd April 2021, 17:54
michael.jaye

Quote:

Originally Posted by jukeboxs

I read that as saying the 15300 is larger than the 15400 but you must be meaning compared to the 15450.

OP, I'm assuming you're discounting the new 15500? Why, too large?

Yep, I have small wrists so think the 41mm will be too large, plus won’t these more scarce and more £££ compared to the 37mm?

I’ve tried on the 37mm last year and it seemed quite a good fit for me.

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3rd April 2021, 19:10
MartynJC (UK)

Michael - these may be worth a look - of course better to try them on...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7kb55mmCKU

and

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-V-h4MdiUk

another VC to consider @ 37mm

VACHERON CONSTANTIN - Overseas Small Model Mens Watch: 2300V/100A-B170
3rd April 2021, 20:29
michael.jaye

I hear you Martyn, but VC has never done anything for me. Just something about the AP design that I just love, so that’s the one for me. Can anyone comment on target price?

Found a pic of when I tried on a 15450 last year. Size wise looks good!

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...0e9a2560f4.jpg

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3rd April 2021, 21:50
MartynJC (UK)

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

I hear you Martyn, but VC has never done anything for me. Just something about the AP design that I just love, so that’s the one for me. Can anyone comment on target price?

Found a pic of when I tried on a 15450 last year. Size wise looks good!

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...0e9a2560f4.jpg

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look great! Price. Bit of a stab in the dark but I hazard - Dealer £23K or £19K or so new (but not so easy to get hold of). Maybe try boutique on New Bond Street?
3rd April 2021, 22:24
Gomers

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

I hear you Martyn, but VC has never done anything for me. Just something about the AP design that I just love, so that’s the one for me. Can anyone comment on target price?

Found a pic of when I tried on a 15450 last year. Size wise looks good!

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...0e9a2560f4.jpg

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Agreed, looks perfect IMO, 15450 is the one to go for. 15300/400 will wear a lot larger.

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4th April 2021, 07:21
wileeeeeey

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

I hear you Martyn, but VC has never done anything for me. Just something about the AP design that I just love, so that’s the one for me. Can anyone comment on target price?

Found a pic of when I tried on a 15450 last year. Size wise looks good!

Based on that picture I would throw the BLNR in the bin and never look back.
4th April 2021, 12:02
jukeboxs

Sell BLNR to fund AP RO 15450?

Opinion does seem to vary on size wearability, with some saying the 15400 is fine on their 6.5-inch” round wrists. The 450 does look right on you from that photo. Will you be going for white again? (Not sure if the 450 has matching date wheel, if not white the better choice IMHO.)

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4th April 2021, 12:14
wigdog

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Originally Posted by wileeeeeey

Based on that picture I would throw the BLNR in the bin and never look back.

Yep- no contest.

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4th April 2021, 12:39
Justin Case

Quote:

Originally Posted by wileeeeeey

Based on that picture I would throw the BLNR in the bin and never look back.

I dunno, AP’s feel somewhat fragile by comparison.
4th April 2021, 12:46
wileeeeeey

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin Case

I dunno, AP’s feel somewhat fragile by comparison.

It will be, but something special for once in a blue moon is always nice. At that budget a WG Daytona on Oysterflex is also a consideration. Tough choice between those two.
4th April 2021, 15:56
Mysqueek

I doubt you would get sellers remorse for letting go of the BLNR for the AP. Don’t get me wrong I love the BLNR. Life is too short to sit on the fence as this point of your watch collecting journey
7th April 2021, 12:50
michael.jaye

Picked this up this morning, no regrets on moving the BLNR, over the moon with the AP. Managed to find one a few weeks old in unworn condition, so has the full AP 5 years warranty. Yes I paid a premium relative to the RRP but still happy to have an AP back on the wrist.

Quick wrist shot

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...7cf3deee1d.jpg

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7th April 2021, 12:59
paneristi372

Looks great. Congratulations.
7th April 2021, 13:05
Iain73

Congratulations. Looks great
7th April 2021, 13:14
Devonian

Big congrats :-)
7th April 2021, 14:50
wileeeeeey

Looks great, glad you and Greg both got the watches you wanted in the end. Good for you also for not messing around re the AP.
7th April 2021, 15:12
Craizeehair

That looks ace, perfect size on your wrist as well.
7th April 2021, 17:22
MartynJC (UK)

Michael. Excellent choice Sir!
7th April 2021, 21:13
michael.jaye

Quick pic against the BLRO. Looks similar in size but in reality wears a tad smaller.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...8b37161a79.jpg

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7th April 2021, 21:21
wileeeeeey

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

Quick pic against the BLRO. Looks similar in size but in reality wears a tad smaller.

This could easily be in the two watch collection thread. What a pair.
7th April 2021, 21:30
wigdog

Really lovely. Congratulations.

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8th April 2021, 00:05
DigitalSeb

Great choice and stunning watch! This is a definite one on my grail list to own. Enjoy it mate!

S
8th April 2021, 02:09
Shrek

AP looks lovely - great choice
8th April 2021, 08:44
greenandblack

That looks great, good choice.

If this is the outcome of doing a SOTC, I best dig my camera out..

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8th April 2021, 08:49
learningtofly

Nicely done, Mike. That AP is glorious.
8th April 2021, 09:02
michael.jaye

Quote:

Originally Posted by greenandblack

That looks great, good choice.

If this is the outcome of doing a SOTC, I best dig my camera out..

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Haha, well I did have the word “potential” in that thread title!

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8th April 2021, 10:25
jonasy

Looks great! What size is that?
8th April 2021, 11:09
michael.jaye

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonasy

Looks great! What size is that?

Thanks. Model size is 37mm. My wrist is fairly small at 16cm.

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8th April 2021, 11:18
MartynJC (UK)

Quote:

Originally Posted by michael.jaye

Quick pic against the BLRO. Looks similar in size but in reality wears a tad smaller.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...8b37161a79.jpg

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Wow! That silver dial just pops!
8th April 2021, 11:45
Gerald Genta

I think the AP is a great addition to the collection and the size looks spot on.

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