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progolferv1 · 8 December 2007, 11:52 PM

great piece but I think that i ma going to trade mine for a gmtc

FanFromLakeMary · 9 December 2007, 01:19 AM

Please forgive me if I'm hijacking this thread. But has anybody found a reliable source for a Pepsi bezel? I have the black bezel, and may want to change it out

jasper · 9 December 2007, 10:16 AM

Hi Newbie here - name's jasper

I'm wondering what the water resistance is of the GMT.

I've been wearing my Omega Speedmaster Pro for the last ten years and have always told myself it's the only watch I'll ever need (I really do love it). But in my heart of hearts I've always wanted a Rolex. Next year I'm taking an international assignment so this seems like the perfect time to buy a muti time zone Rolex right?

Well, the deal is the Speedy is not even a bit waterproof, and I'm thinking a sub would actually be better choice, just to round out the collection you know. Thing is I don't go in the water much at all, and when I do it's only splashing around with the kids.

Will the GMT go swimming safely ?

nyyankees · 9 December 2007, 02:15 PM

Should be good for 330 ft I think!

SveinA · 13 January 2009, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jasper

Hi Newbie here - name's jasper

I'm wondering what the water resistance is of the GMT.

I've been wearing my Omega Speedmaster Pro for the last ten years and have always told myself it's the only watch I'll ever need (I really do love it). But in my heart of hearts I've always wanted a Rolex. Next year I'm taking an international assignment so this seems like the perfect time to buy a muti time zone Rolex right?

Well, the deal is the Speedy is not even a bit waterproof, and I'm thinking a sub would actually be better choice, just to round out the collection you know. Thing is I don't go in the water much at all, and when I do it's only splashing around with the kids.

Will the GMT go swimming safely ?

I have had mine on the wrist for 23 years (aside from service). I swim and shower and have never had water ingress problems.

Incurable · 10 December 2007, 06:54 AM

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Mario · 28 December 2007, 03:07 PM

Thats just like my GMTII with the black bezel. It looks good and not to flashy.

CPCC · 22 January 2008, 04:11 PM

All the bezels look good but the black is really dashing.

JBat · 23 January 2008, 02:39 AM

The Coke GMT is sweet!

sea-dweller · 24 January 2008, 12:40 PM

Great review and timepiece. I own a T series 16710 with the "Pepsi" bezel insert.

bgriz · 15 February 2008, 12:46 PM

Read this again, it makes me want the GMT II even more. Great review!

kcmo · 15 February 2008, 01:07 PM

Really cool everyone!

rjp123 · 13 January 2009, 05:06 AM

Do they still make the Pepsi?

I'm looking for my first Rolex and it's either the Pepsi or the 50th Sub.

Concerned about buying grey market online, so I'd rather go AD.

Just curious if hte Pepsis are still made or if I'm going to have to buy used in order to get one.

Thanks.

rjp123 · 13 January 2009, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjp123

Do they still make the Pepsi?

I'm looking for my first Rolex and it's either the Pepsi or the 50th Sub.

Concerned about buying grey market online, so I'd rather go AD.

Just curious if hte Pepsis are still made or if I'm going to have to buy used in order to get one.

Thanks.

Answered my own question. Pepsi is no longer made.

http://www.gmtmasterhistory.com

Timber Loftis · 15 January 2009, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rjp123

Just curious if hte Pepsis are still made or if I'm going to have to buy used in order to get one.

Thanks.

They come up for sale on this website fairly regularly.

Roma315 · 29 December 2012, 02:54 AM

GMT II = Fav watch

Excellent review

sea-dweller · 15 February 2008, 03:57 PM

Good review and great watch !!!

jdc · 13 May 2008, 10:17 PM

A new member of the GMT 11 club and am loving it - mines a pepsi

Rockrolex · 13 May 2008, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jdc

A new member of the GMT 11 club and am loving it - mines a pepsi

Welcome to the 4 hand club, Martin.

marshallr47 · 11 April 2008, 03:43 AM

Great review Roger. Good reading. One of my favs.

tommy_uk77 · 11 April 2008, 02:16 PM

good review,but now where still can find brand new 16710 ?

superdelsol · 17 April 2008, 07:02 PM

I looked at a few new 16710's at 2 different AD's here in Tucson AZ, USA just a month ago. One AD had the "Pepsi" and Black bezel available, but had already marked them up to $5750. Another AD had had a "Pepsi" in the safe and it was still at the pre-price increase price of $5075. I almost bought the "Pepsi" but the red/blue just didn't smile at me, so I decided to get a pre-owned 16710 in red/black "Coke" colors. I keep reading that the 16710 is discontinued, but it's still in the catalog. Maybe Rolex will keep it around for a few more years like they did with the original GMT Master after the GMT Master II came out. I really like the 16710 in "Coke" and am pleased that I was able to find a mint "Late A series" example with box and papers for $3500. The $1500+ I saved over new will go towards the next one, I'm thinking Yacht-Master. I've seen some speculators selling the "Last" of the 16710's at a premium because they are "discontinued" or have the "Rare" stick dial with "GMT Master ll" instead of the usual roman numeral "GMT Master II". I've also read that a number of people have verified that the latest 16710's have the GMT2C caliber.

tommy_uk77 · 22 April 2008, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by superdelsol

I looked at a few new 16710's at 2 different AD's here in Tucson AZ, USA just a month ago. One AD had the "Pepsi" and Black bezel available, but had already marked them up to $5750. Another AD had had a "Pepsi" in the safe and it was still at the pre-price increase price of $5075. I almost bought the "Pepsi" but the red/blue just didn't smile at me, so I decided to get a pre-owned 16710 in red/black "Coke" colors. I keep reading that the 16710 is discontinued, but it's still in the catalog. Maybe Rolex will keep it around for a few more years like they did with the original GMT Master after the GMT Master II came out. I really like the 16710 in "Coke" and am pleased that I was able to find a mint "Late A series" example with box and papers for $3500. The $1500+ I saved over new will go towards the next one, I'm thinking Yacht-Master. I've seen some speculators selling the "Last" of the 16710's at a premium because they are "discontinued" or have the "Rare" stick dial with "GMT Master ll" instead of the usual roman numeral "GMT Master II". I've also read that a number of people have verified that the latest 16710's have the GMT2C caliber.

hi can share which AD selling 16710 Pepsi $5075?

superdelsol · 23 April 2008, 03:04 PM

The AD with the Pepsi dial for $5075 was Marshall's Jewelers in Tucson, AZ, USA. They are located on Grant Road. They told me that they forgot to change the price tag when the price increase occured in early March, as the watch was in the safe. I don't know if the watch is still there. It seems as though there were still a few 16710's in stock at another AD, Ben Bridge last month also. Ben Bridge was selling them for $5750 though, due to the price increase.

Guru · 28 May 2008, 09:13 PM

Hi, nice posts guys.
I have had a GMT Blue/Red for 2 years now and still love looking at the time ;-)

I have one question for you. If i wanted to change the bezal (not that i dont love the blue/black) to Black, is it possible to have Rolex do this or a 3rd party?

What would you recomend?

Thanks!

doc_colton · 28 May 2008, 10:20 PM

The bezel inserts are easily interchangeable, in fact I believe there is a tutorial on the forum showing how to do it yourself. Rolex will do it for you of course, not sure of the current price of a bezel insert or what they charge for the service.

thetuk · 29 May 2008, 03:34 PM

Another owner of GMT II M series Coke. Bought mine a week ago. I must admit that it has really grown on me....loving it. GMT is a really handsome-looking watch in my opinion.....

By the way, I asked my AD about changing bezels on GMT. I was told that RSC would do it but they would keep the original bezel. I find that really odd.

pwrslider · 30 May 2008, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thetuk

Another owner of GMT II M series Coke. Bought mine a week ago. I must admit that it has really grown on me....loving it. GMT is a really handsome-looking watch in my opinion.....

By the way, I asked my AD about changing bezels on GMT. I was told that RSC would do it but they would keep the original bezel. I find that really odd.

There are some watchsmiths that are able to get original Rolex parts....they can order a bezel for ya..and swap it out...letting you keep the original.

dankap · 30 May 2008, 04:18 AM

great post

temptones1 · 2 July 2008, 04:50 AM

Don't forget you can use the GMT as a compass...point the hour hand(the short one with the Mercedes-like insignia) toward the sun and wherever that pointer faces it is north...Souther hemisphere would be south...compensate one number for Daylight Savings...Cool right ?

9 December 2007, 02:15 PM	#4
nyyankees "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southeastern PA Watch: 1216610 Posts: 2,131	GMT Waterproof Should be good for 330 ft I think!

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22 January 2008, 04:11 PM	#8
CPCC "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: USA Posts: 1,857	All the bezels look good but the black is really dashing. __________________

15 February 2008, 12:46 PM	#11
bgriz 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Brian Location: Chicagoland Watch: ing the markets Posts: 2,194	Read this again, it makes me want the GMT II even more. Great review! __________________ 126600 SD43 Red 126710BLRO GMT II PEPSI 178274 Midsize DJ Rhodium/Roman- Hers 126334 DJ41 in blue, fluted, on jubilee 116509 Daytona WG Panda 114060 Sub no date 126621 YM Chocolate dial Root Beer 126710BLNR Batman 126613LB Bluesy 126711CHNR GMT II Root Beer

11 April 2008, 03:43 AM	#20
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	Great review Roger. Good reading. One of my favs. __________________ Ron

8 December 2007, 11:52 PM	#1
progolferv1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: James Location: frisco TX Watch: GMTc Posts: 85	great piece but I think that i ma going to trade mine for a gmtc

9 December 2007, 01:19 AM	#2
FanFromLakeMary Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: FL Posts: 73	Please forgive me if I'm hijacking this thread. But has anybody found a reliable source for a Pepsi bezel? I have the black bezel, and may want to change it out

9 December 2007, 10:16 AM	#3
jasper "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: north vancouver Watch: 1680 / speedy pro Posts: 474	Hi Newbie here - name's jasper I'm wondering what the water resistance is of the GMT. I've been wearing my Omega Speedmaster Pro for the last ten years and have always told myself it's the only watch I'll ever need (I really do love it). But in my heart of hearts I've always wanted a Rolex. Next year I'm taking an international assignment so this seems like the perfect time to buy a muti time zone Rolex right? Well, the deal is the Speedy is not even a bit waterproof, and I'm thinking a sub would actually be better choice, just to round out the collection you know. Thing is I don't go in the water much at all, and when I do it's only splashing around with the kids. Will the GMT go swimming safely ?

28 December 2007, 03:07 PM	#7
Mario Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 45	Thats just like my GMTII with the black bezel. It looks good and not to flashy.

23 January 2008, 02:39 AM	#9
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	The Coke GMT is sweet!

24 January 2008, 12:40 PM	#10
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Great review and timepiece. I own a T series 16710 with the "Pepsi" bezel insert.

15 February 2008, 01:07 PM	#12
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Really cool everyone!

13 January 2009, 05:06 AM	#13
rjp123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Toronto, ON, CA Posts: 2	Do they still make the Pepsi? I'm looking for my first Rolex and it's either the Pepsi or the 50th Sub. Concerned about buying grey market online, so I'd rather go AD. Just curious if hte Pepsis are still made or if I'm going to have to buy used in order to get one. Thanks.

29 December 2012, 02:54 AM	#16
Roma315 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: New York(Upstate) Watch: The clock Posts: 992	GMT II = Fav watch Excellent review

15 February 2008, 03:57 PM	#17
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Good review and great watch !!!

11 April 2008, 02:16 PM	#21
tommy_uk77 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SINGAPORE Posts: 23	good review,but now where still can find brand new 16710 ?

17 April 2008, 07:02 PM	#22
superdelsol "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: Arizona, USA Watch: your 6. Posts: 388	I looked at a few new 16710's at 2 different AD's here in Tucson AZ, USA just a month ago. One AD had the "Pepsi" and Black bezel available, but had already marked them up to $5750. Another AD had had a "Pepsi" in the safe and it was still at the pre-price increase price of $5075. I almost bought the "Pepsi" but the red/blue just didn't smile at me, so I decided to get a pre-owned 16710 in red/black "Coke" colors. I keep reading that the 16710 is discontinued, but it's still in the catalog. Maybe Rolex will keep it around for a few more years like they did with the original GMT Master after the GMT Master II came out. I really like the 16710 in "Coke" and am pleased that I was able to find a mint "Late A series" example with box and papers for $3500. The $1500+ I saved over new will go towards the next one, I'm thinking Yacht-Master. I've seen some speculators selling the "Last" of the 16710's at a premium because they are "discontinued" or have the "Rare" stick dial with "GMT Master ll" instead of the usual roman numeral "GMT Master II". I've also read that a number of people have verified that the latest 16710's have the GMT2C caliber.

23 April 2008, 03:04 PM	#24
superdelsol "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: Arizona, USA Watch: your 6. Posts: 388	The AD with the Pepsi dial for $5075 was Marshall's Jewelers in Tucson, AZ, USA. They are located on Grant Road. They told me that they forgot to change the price tag when the price increase occured in early March, as the watch was in the safe. I don't know if the watch is still there. It seems as though there were still a few 16710's in stock at another AD, Ben Bridge last month also. Ben Bridge was selling them for $5750 though, due to the price increase. __________________ "For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled." Dr. Richard P. Feynman, Rogers Commission Report, Appendix F, 9 June 1986

28 May 2008, 09:13 PM	#25
Guru "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: London - UK Posts: 1	Hi, nice posts guys. I have had a GMT Blue/Red for 2 years now and still love looking at the time ;-) I have one question for you. If i wanted to change the bezal (not that i dont love the blue/black) to Black, is it possible to have Rolex do this or a 3rd party? What would you recomend? Thanks!

28 May 2008, 10:20 PM	#26
doc_colton "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 825	The bezel inserts are easily interchangeable, in fact I believe there is a tutorial on the forum showing how to do it yourself. Rolex will do it for you of course, not sure of the current price of a bezel insert or what they charge for the service. __________________

29 May 2008, 03:34 PM	#27
thetuk "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tuk Location: Los Angeles Watch: 16710 & 116520 Posts: 173	Another owner of GMT II M series Coke. Bought mine a week ago. I must admit that it has really grown on me....loving it. GMT is a really handsome-looking watch in my opinion..... By the way, I asked my AD about changing bezels on GMT. I was told that RSC would do it but they would keep the original bezel. I find that really odd. __________________ Once Rolex....Always Rolex Happy Rolexing..... Member No. 12503

30 May 2008, 04:18 AM	#29
dankap Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 43	great post

2 July 2008, 04:50 AM	#30
temptones1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: PA Posts: 73	Don't forget you can use the GMT as a compass...point the hour hand(the short one with the Mercedes-like insignia) toward the sun and wherever that pointer faces it is north...Souther hemisphere would be south...compensate one number for Daylight Savings...Cool right ?

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