Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

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Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by SoCal C4S » Sat Feb 18, 2023 8:09 am

Hey guys,

So…. I’m down to 4 watches, and want to be very intentional about what I buy and keep going forward. That being said, I plan to keep a blue dial piece in that group of 4, and currently have the new blue wave SM300.

The question/consideration: I’m considering moving it and replacing it with the Rolex 124300 OP41 blue dial. Thoughts on this? Am I crazy?

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by Wario406 » Sat Feb 18, 2023 8:49 am

Two totally different vibes RJ.

I’d be torn on that decision. But, I think it boils down to bezel or no bezel.

I dig them both and would would prefer the Rolex if I already had something with a bezel.


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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by mattcantwin » Sat Feb 18, 2023 11:15 am

This Seamaster?

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Post by Chocodove » Sat Feb 18, 2023 11:16 am

I’d do it.
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Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by r.palace » Sat Feb 18, 2023 11:19 am

I’ve owned both in blue. Go with the OP.

Sure, spec wise the Omega is superior but the OP wore like a dream and is much more versatile.

However, I wouldn’t pay a penny over retail for the OP.
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by tyd450 » Sat Feb 18, 2023 12:25 pm

I think it's a beautiful watch but the seamaster is too. I would also maybe get a little bored having only rolexes in my collection too. I like my sub but I don't like wearing it all the time. I actually feel a little self conscious about it sometimes. Not worried about being mugged or anything, more just looking like a materialistic douche to other people. I don't feel that at all with my seamaster even though it's also a very expensive watch. So I just think it fills a good spot in my small collection. It's not a huge deal to me and most people don't notice or don't care as we all know but I just think it would get old going all Rolex all the time.
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by hoppyjr » Sat Feb 18, 2023 12:29 pm

Loved my OP41 and kick myself for selling, but I did ride the profit wave.

Totally different watches so it depends what you prefer.

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by jimyritz » Sat Feb 18, 2023 12:49 pm

What are the 4 watches?

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by Jeep99dad » Sat Feb 18, 2023 2:31 pm

Depends on the other watches. If you have a sub
, which I think you do, I’d sell the SMP as it fits the same category. I also find the SMP blue a hot bright for me. But it’s a heck of a watch. I want the white in fact.
The OP is surprisingly nice, will fit dressier situations yet will still be versatile enough for jeans and shorts. It wears amazing. The blue is less flashy.
Actually I’m on the list for an OP41 myself.
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by SoCal C4S » Sun Feb 19, 2023 4:06 pm

@mattcantwin- Yes, that is the one.

The 4 watches I currently have are:

Rolex Sub 41 No Date
Rolex Sub 41 Starbucks
Omega Speedmaster 1861
Omega Seamaster 300 (blue wave dial, blyue bezel)

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by Wario406 » Sun Feb 19, 2023 5:45 pm

SoCal C4S wrote:@mattcantwin- Yes, that is the one.

The 4 watches I currently have are:

Rolex Sub 41 No Date
Rolex Sub 41 Heineken
Omega Speedmaster 1861
Omega Seamaster 300 (blue wave dial, blyue bezel)
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by mattcantwin » Sun Feb 19, 2023 6:05 pm

SoCal C4S wrote:
Sun Feb 19, 2023 4:06 pm
@mattcantwin- Yes, that is the one.
Mine is in a much bigger rotation (not proud about that).

However, each time it gets back on the wrist I'm glad I have it.

Maybe go a week or two without wearing it and see what you think when you give it a go again.
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by Jeep99dad » Sun Feb 19, 2023 6:12 pm

SoCal C4S wrote:@mattcantwin- Yes, that is the one.

The 4 watches I currently have are:

Rolex Sub 41 No Date
Rolex Sub 41 Starbucks
Omega Speedmaster 1861
Omega Seamaster 300 (blue wave dial, blyue bezel)
I’d sell the Starbucks and get the OP or DJ
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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by tyd450 » Sun Feb 19, 2023 7:52 pm

or you could do something like keep the no date and the seamaster, sell the speedy and starbucks and pick up a polar exp 2?

black, white, blue and you trim it down to 3

or keep the no date, sell the speedy, blue seamaster and starbucks and then pick up a white seamaster and the blue OP41

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Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by hoppyjr » Sun Feb 19, 2023 7:58 pm

I can’t stand the magnified date, although I tolerated it on the white dial Explorer because it is less noticeable.

I’d get rid of both date pieces, then pick up the OP41 and maybe a 39mm Explorer or Tudor FXD. All no dates and all wonderful pieces.

Heck, you could sell the green Sub & Seamaster, then get all three.

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by SoCal C4S » Mon Feb 20, 2023 6:39 am

White dials don't seem to last for me, and I don't like the Explorer bezel, so that is out. 39mm is basically a no for me as well, so no. Had the FXD on the wrist the day it dropped and I think that I am just done with Tudor; sold the last 2 I owned, as I just didn't wear them much (also hated the hands).

Dates aren't an issue, just don't like the magnifier either, but it is growing on me, so not ready to let the Starbucks (aka Heineken) go just yet.

Looking more likely that I will just move the blue SM300 and go with the blue OP41. Will probably look at having the bezel pulled and brushed to match the case.

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by hoppyjr » Mon Feb 20, 2023 8:35 am

SoCal C4S wrote:White dials don't seem to last for me, and I don't like the Explorer bezel, so that is out. 39mm is basically a no for me as well, so no. Had the FXD on the wrist the day it dropped and I think that I am just done with Tudor; sold the last 2 I owned, as I just didn't wear them much (also hated the hands).

Dates aren't an issue, just don't like the magnifier either, but it is growing on me, so not ready to let the Starbucks (aka Heineken) go just yet.

Looking more likely that I will just move the blue SM300 and go with the blue OP41. Will probably look at having the bezel pulled and brushed to match the case.
I’m sure LAWW could polish the bezel, but the sides of the case and bracelet will still be polished. They can brush it all if you wish.

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by SoCal C4S » Mon Feb 20, 2023 8:53 am

Nah, I’m fine with the sides being polished. Just want the polished bezel brushed out.

That’s also another reason why I don’t get a DJ; I am not a fan of the fluted bezel, and just want a super clean dial and fixed bezel.

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Re: Thoughts on upgrading my blue SM300 for a blue OP41

Post by Jeep99dad » Mon Feb 20, 2023 9:51 am

SoCal C4S wrote:Nah, I’m fine with the sides being polished. Just want the polished bezel brushed out.

That’s also another reason why I don’t get a DJ; I am not a fan of the fluted bezel, and just want a super clean dial and fixed bezel.
You can get the DJ without the gold fluted bezel.
The motif dial is hot too
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