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Santiago32 · 5 March 2022, 12:17 PM

I think the new Pepsi is a lot nicer imo. Great choice!

… and looks superb on oyster!

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fania123 · 5 March 2022, 01:14 PM

You sold a true tool watch for some jewelry, but hey if it makes you it happy god bless.

nyyankees · 5 March 2022, 01:20 PM

My prediction is your move to one watch will not last. Especially if you’re this sentimental about the one you traded. Ask me how I know…

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jb335 · 5 March 2022, 01:48 PM

I too, prefer the modern iteration over a 16710

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George58 · 5 March 2022, 08:20 PM

I don't care for the big font on the bezel and the bright colors on the new one. Keep what you have it's a classic most important you have memories with it.

PanosI · 5 March 2022, 08:51 PM

An absolute 16710 fanboy will never sell for a 126710. Only adds.
What a pity for such a complete package.
Congrats on the 126710!

Tensai · 5 March 2022, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by fania123

You sold a true tool watch for some jewelry, but hey if it makes you it happy god bless.

Daveclock · 5 March 2022, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Tensai

Quote:

Originally Posted by fania123

You sold a true tool watch for some jewelry, but hey if it makes you it happy god bless.

I bet you said the same in the "olde days" when someone changed their 1675 for a 5 digit jewellery?

drockadam · 5 March 2022, 10:40 PM

Sad to see it go. I love the 16710! Such a great tool watch and daily wearer, I need to get a jubilee for mine! Only time I will part with mine is when I'm at the crematorium haha!

travisb · 5 March 2022, 10:46 PM

Great watch with a lot of history for you. I'm sure it will be missed but I think you did the right thing by choosing to hold on to the 126710. Now it's time to build even more memories with that one.

1William · 5 March 2022, 10:53 PM

Congratulations. Great new watch. No issues with selling the older watch. Just move on and enjoy.

brandrea · 5 March 2022, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by m j b

a) I had no idea that parts were becoming difficult to obtain
2) 1996 isn't that old, is it normal to lose the lume so soon?

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Originally Posted by khalifam

Yep, it's not easy to obtain parts at all.

Anything before 2000 would not be luminous any more

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Originally Posted by Uggi

My 16710 is in for service at the moment at St James. They are fitting a new AR crystal for me (the original wasn’t AR) and they offered me a new dial and hands which I declined. They also offered me a new case….
Mine is a 2003 model but I’m surprised you were unable to source a new fully lumed dial through a UK RSC.

I didn’t realize parts were becoming scarce for 5 digits …. They seem to be available for 4 digits

Onikage · 5 March 2022, 11:40 PM

Yeah I wouldn't have done that.

Heff · 5 March 2022, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

I didn’t realize parts were becoming scarce for 5 digits …. They seem to be available for 4 digits

I’m getting my 16710 serviced now at LAWW and they didn’t say anything about lack of parts.

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samson66 · 6 March 2022, 12:09 AM

Great move. Sold my 16710 ~4 years ago and moved over to an SD43 and have never regretted it. The 16710 is a very charming watch, but the new ones are significantly better IMO. Enjoy that six digit and never look back!

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nat · 6 March 2022, 12:50 AM

Personally, I would never trade my 16710. It is the best watch ever made by Rolex.

DK7 · 6 March 2022, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by nat

Personally, I would never trade my 16710. It is the best watch ever made by Rolex.

because why?

MHB · 6 March 2022, 01:21 AM

That watch looks amazing on you but you do you. I’m currently on the hunt for a 16710 coke on jubilee, no lug holes.

Crazy Lugs · 6 March 2022, 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by DK7

because why?

Because versatility, not to mention the jumping hour hand!

fania123 · 6 March 2022, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Daveclock

I bet you said the same in the "olde days" when someone changed their 1675 for a 5 digit jewellery?

Nope! 16710 is just as much a tool watch as the 1675

red1108nyc · 6 March 2022, 04:34 AM

As long as you are happy and playing within your budget, why not? Enjoy and congrats!

Sub Capt. · 6 March 2022, 05:20 AM

Having more than one 6 digit GMT and a 16710 if I had to sell them all and keep one…. It would without hesitation be the 16710. Classic Rolex tool watch and 6 combinations!

BNA/LION · 6 March 2022, 05:57 AM

Looks like you did what you wanted to.

saxo3 · 6 March 2022, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Sub Capt.

Having more than one 6 digit GMT and a 16710 if I had to sell them all and keep one…. It would without hesitation be the 16710. Classic Rolex tool watch and 6 combinations!

^ this 100 % also for me.
However, personal preferences are hardly debatable.

5 March 2022, 12:17 PM	#31
Santiago32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: Jim Location: UTC/GMT -7 hours Posts: 1,673	I think the new Pepsi is a lot nicer imo. Great choice! … and looks superb on oyster! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ instagram: santiagowatchcollector

5 March 2022, 10:40 PM	#39
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Sad to see it go. I love the 16710! Such a great tool watch and daily wearer, I need to get a jubilee for mine! Only time I will part with mine is when I'm at the crematorium haha! __________________ - Adam Instagram: @GMTSUBTIME

5 March 2022, 11:40 PM	#43
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Yeah I wouldn't have done that. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

6 March 2022, 05:57 AM	#53
BNA/LION 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,400	Looks like you did what you wanted to. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

5 March 2022, 01:14 PM	#32
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,723	You sold a true tool watch for some jewelry, but hey if it makes you it happy god bless.

5 March 2022, 01:20 PM	#33
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	My prediction is your move to one watch will not last. Especially if you’re this sentimental about the one you traded. Ask me how I know… Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 March 2022, 01:48 PM	#34
jb335 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: The States Watch: Cosmograph Daytona Posts: 7,331	I too, prefer the modern iteration over a 16710 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 March 2022, 08:20 PM	#35
George58 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Home Watch: Patek Aquanaut Posts: 837	I don't care for the big font on the bezel and the bright colors on the new one. Keep what you have it's a classic most important you have memories with it.

5 March 2022, 08:51 PM	#36
PanosI 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Panos Location: Athens, Greece Watch: 16710 Posts: 8,704	An absolute 16710 fanboy will never sell for a 126710. Only adds. What a pity for such a complete package. Congrats on the 126710!

5 March 2022, 10:46 PM	#40
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,209	Great watch with a lot of history for you. I'm sure it will be missed but I think you did the right thing by choosing to hold on to the 126710. Now it's time to build even more memories with that one.

5 March 2022, 10:53 PM	#41
1William 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,097	Congratulations. Great new watch. No issues with selling the older watch. Just move on and enjoy.

6 March 2022, 12:09 AM	#45
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,601	Great move. Sold my 16710 ~4 years ago and moved over to an SD43 and have never regretted it. The 16710 is a very charming watch, but the new ones are significantly better IMO. Enjoy that six digit and never look back! Sent from my Galaxy S20 using Tapatalk

6 March 2022, 12:50 AM	#46
nat "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: CT, USA Posts: 141	Personally, I would never trade my 16710. It is the best watch ever made by Rolex.

6 March 2022, 01:21 AM	#48
MHB "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Los Angeles Watch: VTNR, 214270, FXD Posts: 442	That watch looks amazing on you but you do you. I’m currently on the hunt for a 16710 coke on jubilee, no lug holes.

6 March 2022, 04:34 AM	#51
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,510	As long as you are happy and playing within your budget, why not? Enjoy and congrats!

6 March 2022, 05:20 AM	#52
Sub Capt. "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: USA Posts: 395	Having more than one 6 digit GMT and a 16710 if I had to sell them all and keep one…. It would without hesitation be the 16710. Classic Rolex tool watch and 6 combinations!

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