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jubilum · 18 May 2009, 05:01 AM

Hello everyone,
I have a 2-tone, black face, GMT Master II which I purchased in 2001. I love my GMT Master II and always enjoy wearing it. Now, I am ready to get me another one. And my choice is the, GMT Master II silver/black and red face. Unfortunately they no longer sell them brand new since it was taken out of production. A friend of mine even said that it a collector's item now. I have check with a couple of jewelry stores here in San Diego but they no longer carry it. There's a lot on ebay that are selling them used but i do prefer a brand new one. Fake rolexes are just too many sold on any classified adds. Is there a store where I can still purchase it brand new. My other question is, does it matter if it has the 3186 calibration instead of the 3185.
Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated. thanks...Jubilum

diablojota · 18 May 2009, 05:07 AM

Welcome to the forum. Post pics of yours when you get a chance.

The only difference b/w the 3186 and 3185 is the Parachrome spring (I believe) and should not really make much of a difference. You may want to check the for sale section here on this site as on occasion a BNIB GMT will pop up. Not sure why you want to by a second one?

Lol-x · 18 May 2009, 10:42 AM

I think when you say black/red face you mean black/red bezel.

The 3186 does have a slight change to the movement (gears). It is a great movement but you will pay a fair amount more. There is nothing wrong as such with the 3135 movement.

If you get one made in the last few years it will not have the lug holes (just something to consider) so the sides of the watch case look a little cleaner.

Anyway, welcome and enjoy.

Latrodectus · 18 May 2009, 12:20 PM

Welcome to TRF! GMT's are great watches

idk01 · 18 May 2009, 07:26 PM

Welcome Mooo

You have fine taste in an awesome Rolex with the GMT, and you've come to the right place for info

Try the For Sale section, there are many fine members who post sales there, someone might have what you want

Enjoy,

Dave.

mack pence · 21 May 2009, 04:11 PM

I just bought a brand new GMT II coke M-series. Got it today from a AD it was the last one they had left. Their are a few out their you just need to call around. I love this watch its my first Rolex

Imtiaz · 21 May 2009, 05:06 PM

Hi Mooo

A very warm welcome.

Not sure if you mean the bezel or the dial.

The Red/Black bezel is great but I still think the Red/Blue is stunning.

Last year I bought an used Red/Black since the Red/Blue was totally sold out. The bezel ring can be changed at Rolex SC for $80 (In Japan). Wont be changing this now as I am getting fond of the Red/Black.

My GMT II has the 3185 movement, rock solid and accurate.

Plenty for sale here. Ranging from $4400 to $6000 depending on the age, the condition etc.

18 May 2009, 05:01 AM	#1
jubilum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Mooo Location: San Diego, CA Watch: TT GMT Master II Posts: 6	GMT Master II Silver/Black and Red face Hello everyone, I have a 2-tone, black face, GMT Master II which I purchased in 2001. I love my GMT Master II and always enjoy wearing it. Now, I am ready to get me another one. And my choice is the, GMT Master II silver/black and red face. Unfortunately they no longer sell them brand new since it was taken out of production. A friend of mine even said that it a collector's item now. I have check with a couple of jewelry stores here in San Diego but they no longer carry it. There's a lot on ebay that are selling them used but i do prefer a brand new one. Fake rolexes are just too many sold on any classified adds. Is there a store where I can still purchase it brand new. My other question is, does it matter if it has the 3186 calibration instead of the 3185. Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated. thanks...Jubilum

18 May 2009, 05:07 AM	#2
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	Welcome to the forum. Post pics of yours when you get a chance. The only difference b/w the 3186 and 3185 is the Parachrome spring (I believe) and should not really make much of a difference. You may want to check the for sale section here on this site as on occasion a BNIB GMT will pop up. Not sure why you want to by a second one? __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

18 May 2009, 10:42 AM	#3
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,420	I think when you say black/red face you mean black/red bezel. The 3186 does have a slight change to the movement (gears). It is a great movement but you will pay a fair amount more. There is nothing wrong as such with the 3135 movement. If you get one made in the last few years it will not have the lug holes (just something to consider) so the sides of the watch case look a little cleaner. Anyway, welcome and enjoy. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

18 May 2009, 12:20 PM	#4
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,025	Welcome to TRF! GMT's are great watches __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

18 May 2009, 07:26 PM	#5
idk01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Australia Watch: DJ16233TT Posts: 18,485	Welcome Mooo You have fine taste in an awesome Rolex with the GMT, and you've come to the right place for info Try the For Sale section, there are many fine members who post sales there, someone might have what you want Enjoy, Dave. __________________ *Apprentice to Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth*

21 May 2009, 04:11 PM	#6
mack pence "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mack Location: Fairfax Virginia Watch: GMT II Coke/TT DJ Posts: 8	I just bought a brand new GMT II coke M-series. Got it today from a AD it was the last one they had left. Their are a few out their you just need to call around. I love this watch its my first Rolex

21 May 2009, 05:06 PM	#7
Imtiaz Banned Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: De Location: Tokyo Watch: Daytona, Sub, DS, Posts: 1,046	Hi Mooo A very warm welcome. Not sure if you mean the bezel or the dial. The Red/Black bezel is great but I still think the Red/Blue is stunning. Last year I bought an used Red/Black since the Red/Blue was totally sold out. The bezel ring can be changed at Rolex SC for $80 (In Japan). Wont be changing this now as I am getting fond of the Red/Black. My GMT II has the 3185 movement, rock solid and accurate. Plenty for sale here. Ranging from $4400 to $6000 depending on the age, the condition etc.

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