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Help deciding which of these to keep..:

  1. khanmu May 14, 2017

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    So I accept this is a first world problem, but I can't decide which of these to keep - between an Alaska and an Apollo 11 35th.

    I've always wanted a white dial Speedie Professional, and I'm fortunate enough to have both. However I have a Gemini coming in and at some point I'd like buy a Meteorite, and so one of these has to go. I do like them both, and they only get worn on special occasions, and I'm finding it hard to choose. At some point, hopefully in the far future, I will pass on my pre moon Speedies to my boys, and sell the others, so long term investment, whist not critical, is a consideration.

    I'd welcome your views as to which to sell and which to keep - especially from anyone who has one or both, or had to let them go (and perhaps wishes they hadn't).

    Thanks in advance!

    Side by side photo:
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  2. pianomankd May 14, 2017

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    The Alaska look gorgeous! That'd be my choice.
     
  3. blufinz52 Hears dead people, not watch rotors. May 14, 2017

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    I'd keep the 35th Anniversary.
     
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  4. bags1971 May 14, 2017

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    id keep both there stunning :)
     
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  5. khanmu May 14, 2017

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    Wish I could, but sadly can't.. :(

    So far the vote is 50:50...
     
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  6. bags1971 May 14, 2017

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    if i really had to choose it would be the Alaska
     
  7. WurstEver May 14, 2017

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    Me too. I've always found the very bright white of the Alaska a bit much... at least in pics, I've never seen one in the metal. Good luck with the decision. What a nice problem to have!
     
  8. munichblue May 14, 2017

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    I would keep the Alaska and let the Apollo go - send me a PN please if you're ready to sell. :cool:
     
  9. hansmaulwurf Senior Snoopy Owner May 14, 2017

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    Send me a PN if you would like to sell the Alaska ;-)
     
  10. Igora May 14, 2017

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    leave alaska!
     
  11. pianomankd May 14, 2017

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    Let us know where/when/if you decide to sell it!
     
  12. Jhh834 Really, I only owned it for 2 weeks! May 14, 2017

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    I like the apollo more, but they are both very nice!
     
  13. ras47 May 14, 2017

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    I'm a big fan of the Alaska. Do you have the full kit for it?
     
  14. brunik May 14, 2017

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    I would keep the Alaska one...
     
  15. ctime3 May 14, 2017

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    Alaska definitely Sir. I'd even let SuperDoc remove my brain to have that one
     
  16. Paedipod May 14, 2017

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    I would keep the Alaska.....and I am happy to join the line-up to buy it off you if it's the "loser" in the poll:thumbsup:
     
  17. khanmu May 14, 2017

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    I do... but it usually stays packed away...I've never been brace enough to wear it with the big red thing..
     
  18. khanmu May 14, 2017

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    I do... but it usually stays packed away...I've never been brace enough to wear it with the big red doohickey..
     
  19. khanmu May 14, 2017

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    Seems like the Alaska is wining out... have to say I've seen more of the Apollo 11 35 for sale than the Alaska..
     
  20. ras47 May 14, 2017

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    No, I wouldn't wear it. But it makes the watch more valuable. Better resale value.