Rolex - To Trade or Not To Trade?

[McLoverly]

I have a beautiful 26mm Datejust with pink MOP dial and arabic numerals. I love the face! However, the jubilee band is a bit stretched out and I prefer the hidden clasp. I don't believe that the new style bracelet can be put on my older model. I also prefer the more solid case on the newer model. I found a nice aftermarket bracelet, but I don't know how I feel about aftermarket parts....

I just found a lovely new style 26mm Datejust with cream MOP dial and Roman numerals. The dealer is willing to trade with me, but I must decide shortly. I much prefer the case and bracelet. The dial is nice, but my current dial might be more interesting.

Should I trade for the new watch? I'll have to pay a bit more. Keep my watch and put the aftermarket bracelet on? I must decide quickly!

 

[Bag2gal]

I think if it were me I would pay a bit more and do the trade for the new watch.

 

[McLoverly]

I think if it were me I would pay a bit more and do the trade for the new watch.

Thank you for responding! I do like the idea of the newer watch. Do you like the dial as much?

 

[McLoverly]

Here are a few more photos of the two. Thank you again for your thoughts!

 

[Newlifepath]

Trade!! Modern Rolex watches are fantastic. I would never modify my Rolex with aftermarket stuff. I agree, your dial is amazing, but you would enjoy the new one more. Have you considered going up to the midsize 31mm?

 

[Bun]

I would trade for the Roman numerals with MOP. I have the new bracelet style and love the seamless look of hidden clasp.

 

[HiTechGirl]

I would trade for the new version with a sturdier bracelet. Let us know what you decide.

 

[sinyard]

I'd trade and go up to a bigger size. The 26mm looks way too small in my opinion.

 

[McLoverly]

Thanks for the opinions! I'm actually not the model in those photos. I have a sizeable watch collection and have plenty of larger watches. I sold a larger rolex because I found it irritating. I am only 5'2 and have 6 inch wrists so I believe that the 26mm is an ok size on me for daily wear.

 

[sinyard]

Thanks for the opinions! I'm actually not the model in those photos. I have a sizeable watch collection and have plenty of larger watches. I sold a larger rolex because I found it irritating. I am only 5'2 and have 6 inch wrists so I believe that the 26mm is an ok size on me for daily wear.

Then 26mm is perfect for you! Beautiful watch.

 

[McLoverly]

I'm leaning towards trading for the new watch. I don't want to go up in size, but I would like a sturdier case and bracelet. I have to decide today.

 

[McLoverly]

Oh no... the poll is even! I'm still a bit stuck, but I'm leaning heavily towards a trade since I need a new bracelet anyway.

Thank you, all who have weighed in so far!

 

[texasgirliegirl]

Trade for the newer watch. It's beautiful and more sturdy. It's a more classic look as well, IMO.
The size is perfect, too.

 

[cung]

I might be minority here but I love your current watch with arabic numerals, it's more "unique" to my opinion

 

[jellyv]

Trade it! The new bracelet is so much better. I have Romans and love them (although my dial is white). The model you're considering is super.

Don't go with the aftermarket bracelet. It just won't compare to Rolex quality.