INCOMING GMTII 126710BLNR What a Difference!

[Krash]

I definitely prefer the BLNR on a jubilee too. I’m not a fan of PCLs on the Oyster. For me, it’s either a brushed oyster or a jubilee.


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[Philadelphialawyer1]

Great Piece.
Im shooting for 2029 at retail.

[travisb]

Definitely a great one! Congrats Charles! Compliments your collection very nicely.

[Jackie Daytona]

Congratulations! Great watch!

[inadeje]

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

I was fortunate to be able to add the new 126710 GMT BLNR ("Batgirl") to my collection on New Year's Eve (about 5 hours before the 11% price increase was officially announced). In short, I am really blown away by this watch for one very simple reason!



I have owned the modern, ceramic GMT on three previous occasions over the last ten years. I owned the 116710LN (with the black bezel) twice and also owned the original Batman 116710BLNR. Those watches never really clicked with me because I tended to prefer the brushed oyster bracelet with Glidelock on my Submariners. So, for me, the star of the show on this new reference is the Jubilee bracelet...it has totally transformed this watch.

First, I find the Jubilee to be more comfortable than the Oyster and for smaller wrists, the end links drop more quickly from the case making it fit like a dream;

Second, and most importantly, the Jubilee distinguishes this GMT from all my other Rolex sport models, including the Submariner. When I owned the GMT on Oyster, it always just felt a bit redundant in my collection. This GMT is something completely different…it wears differently, it adds a bit of flair, and it gives the watch its own unique identity.

If you only have one Rolex, then the Oyster would be a great choice for the GMT, but if you own other sport models on Oyster, the GMT on Jubilee has a more distinct personality and adds something completely different to a collection full of Oyster bracelets.



I know that I am still squarely in the "honeymoon phase" with this watch but something just feels different. I feel content. I feel like I finally understand what the GMT Master is all about and I am thrilled with it!

Congrats OP. Frankly that dosage of color rounds-out your collection beautifully.

[skipstar]

Congratulations!
Nice to know that you saved over 1K because of the perfect timing

[Deep18]

Congrats. One of my favorites and I love the GMTs on jubilee. Just so perfect.

[jed11]

Couldn't agree more. I've owned the black bezel GMT as well as the BLNR on oyster (twice!!!!). My BLNR on the jubilee is a keeper.

[noshake]

Congratulations and well said!

[173rdabn]

Well, well, well. Right nice collection there.

[rolexjackson]

Very nice congratulations on a beautiful piece!


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[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by shaunylw

Congrats, and a very nice collection there!

Thank you, sir...I appreciate the kind words!

Originally Posted by DESH

Congratulations �������� enjoy in good health

Thank you, my friend!

Originally Posted by brandrea

Congratulations Charles I agree, the jubilee is definitely the king of comfort and it shows less wear too, which is a bonus

Thank you, my brother!
Yes, I am very excited...it will probably steal quite a bit of wrist time from the new Explorer in 2022...Happy New Year!

Originally Posted by 28mm

Congratulations!

Excellent write-up on why (and when) you would get or suggest a Jubilee bracelet. I have a big collection with 3 Submariners and 3 GMT's and hope my next one is on a jubilee for all the reasons you stated.

Thank you, sir! I think you will really like the diversity that Jubilee offers a watchbox full of Oysters.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by SaddleSC

I was fortunate to be able to add the new 126710 GMT BLNR ("Batgirl") to my collection on New Year's Eve (about 5 hours before the 11% price increase was officially announced). In short, I am really blown away by this watch for one very simple reason!



I have owned the modern, ceramic GMT on three previous occasions over the last ten years. I owned the 116710LN (with the black bezel) twice and also owned the original Batman 116710BLNR. Those watches never really clicked with me because I tended to prefer the brushed oyster bracelet with Glidelock on my Submariners. So, for me, the star of the show on this new reference is the Jubilee bracelet...it has totally transformed this watch.

First, I find the Jubilee to be more comfortable than the Oyster and for smaller wrists, the end links drop more quickly from the case making it fit like a dream;

Second, and most importantly, the Jubilee distinguishes this GMT from all my other Rolex sport models, including the Submariner. When I owned the GMT on Oyster, it always just felt a bit redundant in my collection. This GMT is something completely different…it wears differently, it adds a bit of flair, and it gives the watch its own unique identity.

If you only have one Rolex, then the Oyster would be a great choice for the GMT, but if you own other sport models on Oyster, the GMT on Jubilee has a more distinct personality and adds something completely different to a collection full of Oyster bracelets.



I know that I am still squarely in the "honeymoon phase" with this watch but something just feels different. I feel content. I feel like I finally understand what the GMT Master is all about and I am thrilled with it!

First, CONGRATS!

Second, I completely agree ... the jubilee makes the GMT a better watch (if one has other oyster Rolexes).

I love that in my collection (like yours) I have all three Rolex sport bracelets ... oyster, oyster with PCLs, and jubilee. Without question, the jubilee is the most comfortable and least prone to scratches (even compared to brushed oyster).




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[DHISTORY]

Congrats bud. GMT on a jubilee hit the mark!

[Tensai]

So what happened to the 3 other gmts that you owned? One of them you owned twice? Just curious. Cheers.

[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by 28mm

Congratulations!

Excellent write-up on why (and when) you would get or suggest a Jubilee bracelet. I have a big collection with 3 Submariners and 3 GMT's and hope my next one is on a jubilee for all the reasons you stated.

Thanks! I am glad you found my musings helpful...happy new year!

Originally Posted by ThePalletFork

I agree with you. I actually much prefer the BLNR on jubilee and would still choose jubilee even if it was my only Rolex.

If I’m paying over 10k for a watch, I want it to be as unique as possible and have that wrist presence that only the jubilee can provide imo. Very nice choice.

I agree with you 100%...I am starting to think this would be my first choice regardless of the size of my collection...happy new year!

Originally Posted by samuel019

Great pickup and collection. Well done

Peter D?

Thank you, my friend!

Originally Posted by ikincooper

I agree with everything you’ve said and big congrats on adding this lovely watch to your collection

Thank you, sir...I appreciate the kind words!

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Many congrats, Charles! A superb addition to your collection. Happy New Year!

Thank you, my brother! We have sure seen a lot of new watches come and go during our LONG tenure on TRF...I have said it before, but this one just might be a lifetime keeper:) Happy New Year to you and keep in touch!

Originally Posted by Ollie1982

Congrats OP, this is a fantastic watch and my current favourite

Thank you, sir...it is definitely a favorite of mine already!

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

My thoughts too. I have watches with Oysters so the Jubilee is a refreshing change, very comfortable too. 8 months in, I'm still on honeymoon with my BLRO.

Just the one negative thing to say about it: it's a bother to clean in between all those little Jubillee links while doing my soft cloth (polish) routine,..

Thanks for the reply! I have found that a small steam cleaner (from Amazon) works great for cleaning intricate watch bracelets and other jewelry. That will be my approach when I need to deep clean the jubilee...I will let you know how it works out!

Originally Posted by arcampado

Congrats OP! That’s a great collection you have. I also agree with you about the jubilee bracelet. It’s a total game changer when compared to the old oyster bracelet with PCLs. Enjoy your new BLNR and wear it in good health

Thank you sir, I appreciate the kind words...happy new year!

Originally Posted by Bigmozza

Great pickup just before the price increase, looks really nice on the jubilee congratulations

[watchmework]

Congrats on the GMT!

[Urosfan]

Congrats


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[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by Philadelphialawyer1

Great Piece.
Im shooting for 2029 at retail.

Thanks!

Originally Posted by travisb

Definitely a great one! Congrats Charles! Compliments your collection very nicely.

Thank you, my friend!

Originally Posted by inadeje

Congrats OP. Frankly that dosage of color rounds-out your collection beautifully.

Thanks! I agree...the colors seem very "balanced" now across the collection.

Originally Posted by 173rdabn

Well, well, well. Right nice collection there.

Thank you, sir! I appreciate the kind words!

Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

First, CONGRATS!

Second, I completely agree ... the jubilee makes the GMT a better watch (if one has other oyster Rolexes).

I love that in my collection (like yours) I have all three Rolex sport bracelets ... oyster, oyster with PCLs, and jubilee. Without question, the jubilee is the most comfortable and least prone to scratches (even compared to brushed oyster).

Beautiful collection, my friend...you have great taste in watches!

Originally Posted by Tensai

So what happened to the 3 other gmts that you owned? One of them you owned twice? Just curious. Cheers.

Over the ten years or so that I owned them they were either sold or traded. The 116710 BLNR was traded towards my 116619LB Smurf in 2016.

[carlmartin]

Great pickup and GREAT collection :)

partly OT: I run a similar setup minus the YM. Would you say the YM becomes redundant in you current setup or will that be used too? I'm thinking adding an oyster to the GMT could make it take the place of the YM as well?

[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by carlmalmb

Great pickup and GREAT collection :)

partly OT: I run a similar setup minus the YM. Would you say the YM becomes redundant in you current setup or will that be used too? I'm thinking adding an oyster to the GMT could make it take the place of the YM as well?

Thanks! I find the YM to be an entirely different watch altogether than either the Submariner or GMT. I think If you add an oyster bracelet to the GMT, it may make the Submariner redundant, but not the YM.

I always describe the YM as a very sporty Datejust. It has a flashy dial, low profile elegant case shape, and curvy polished lines that make it wear completely different. It is a watch I doubt I will ever part with because it is so unique amongst other Rolex sport models...I hope that helps!

[Eric88]

Awesome addition and it's on my wish list! I'm very intrigued to try a modern Rolex with Jubilee bracelet, as I only have my Milgauss with the PCL oyster, the 216570 with brushed oyster, and a vintage 1680 with old school 93150 brushed oyster.

I'm very impressed by how your picture shows each watch perfectly synchronized, even the seconds hand of each watch!

Congrats!

[carlmartin]

Thanks for the quick reply, you're not making it easier for me to resist the YM...

[Robf52]

Agree with your comments. Love the jubilee. Congrats!

[linekerca]

you are a lucky one!!!!

[ronricks]

It's a great watch. Got mine two weeks before Christmas and it hasn't left my wrist since.

[SaddleSC]

Originally Posted by Eric88

Awesome addition and it's on my wish list! I'm very intrigued to try a modern Rolex with Jubilee bracelet, as I only have my Milgauss with the PCL oyster, the 216570 with brushed oyster, and a vintage 1680 with old school 93150 brushed oyster.

I'm very impressed by how your picture shows each watch perfectly synchronized, even the seconds hand of each watch!

Congrats!

Thank you, my friend! That is just my mild OCD expressing itself :)

Originally Posted by carlmalmb

Thanks for the quick reply, you're not making it easier for me to resist the YM...

Glad I could help! The YM is a tough watch to resist...it is a very compelling package and so different than the other Rolex sports models...highly recommended!

Originally Posted by ronricks

It's a great watch. Got mine two weeks before Christmas and it hasn't left my wrist since.

Congrats to you sir!

[SaddleSC]

[dwjez14]

Those are some great photos ! Great collection! Do you plan to add a Pm or stay as is ?

[Jakk001]

Congratulations! Totally agree with you.