I have a dilemma on a trade. I currently own a Rolex Explorer 16570 circa 1999. I'm wanting to go back to owning an Omega seamaster again. I had the "the great white" version before and really miss it. The quality of Omega watches is outstanding. In my opinion, I feel the quality of my seamaster surpasses my current Rolex Explorer. What would be a fair trade for my rolex to an Omega Seamaster ceramic co-axial? Should I ask for cash as well? Or would it be a fair trade. I've worn my explorer for the past two years almost everyday, so there is normal wear.

My explorer


The Seamaster I'm contemplating

 

You must compare apples to apples. What series is your Rolex? box and papers included? You can start by looking at the sold auctions on eBay and see for how much these black dial Explorer II have sold for recently - that will give you a ball park figure on the resale value of your watch. I'd do the same for the Seamaster in question.

 

Mine is the model with the lug holes. I have all documentation and inner and outer box.

 

Pre-owned explorer 16570 should go from 3500 to 3800. Brand new Seamaster ceramic can be had for under $3200. You might be able to make a little extra cash.

 

That's about right for sold Explorer II on the bay, +|- couple of hundreds on either end, it seems on the surface that white dials are more popular.

 

Black dials ~$4k US.

 

What's fair to ask for? Price of omega is $3395 NIB.

 

Ask for $500 be happy with $300

 

not too many articles sell for full MSRP, start by knocking 15-20% off..

 

Hmm what I always do is type the reference into eBay and click 'sold listings' and go to watchrecon.com and type in the reference number and click 'all time.' It will give you an idea of what each watch goes for. Look at pictures and descriptions to see what comes with each price and what condition each watch is in. Let us know what you end up doing!

 

I think I might have made a mistake. I went through with the deal. My only concern is the Omega will depreciate and the Rolex would not have. Then again, I enjoy the seamaster and in the big scheme of things what is $2000 loss. I came up with $2000 because no matter how long down the road, the Rolex's value would have stayed at $3500 and up. The seamaster would maybe stay at $1800 to $2000 down the road.

 

There's a basic question here. Do you buy watches to appreciate or enjoy? I think it is important. Of course, at age 63 I am agnostic. Regards. Bill

 

I enjoy. I love watches for what they are. Not how much money I can make off of them.

 

That's one of the things I love about Omega. The crystal just disappears with the AR.

 

I think that answers your question. Go with what YOU like. Your taste will develop. Enjoy the journey.