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Finally Got to Try on a GMT!
Since we were in the town yesterday, where my AD is located, we stopped by to see if they had anything new. To my delight, I was finally able to play with a GMT. They had just the GRNR, which is very nice IRL:
![]() What was very unusual was that my husband was trying on watches, too. ![]() That was scary. He showed real interest, for the very first time, in wearing a Rolex. He told my SA to put it on my list of watches I want. He also picked out a 41 slate dial Datejust, fluted on Oyster, and told her to add that to the list. I also added a blue dial Datejust 36, fluted on Jubilee. Now we’re in trouble. While playing with the watches, I asked about possible delivery time for my Explorer, and was told they are expecting a delivery within a few weeks. This surprised me, because I assumed they got deliveries weekly, which is not true, at least at my AD. I could see me and my husband sharing the GMT, or maybe he was just playing around to freak me out. He also tried on the blue dial bimetal Sub: ![]() He realized, though, that his business has him working with a lot of questionable characters, a lot of the time, where he feared it would not be safe to wear it. He’d prefer a less noticeable watch, like the 2 he added to my want list. It was fun to see him show interest in Rolex, I think……. ![]() Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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He got the poison cause of you. Time to be accountable for it!!
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Also had a run in with the new GMT while in Zurich and Bern the other day. I feel the bezel needs color for my taste, otherwise a very nice reference. The yellow gold jubilee looked better than expected but jut can't justify the cost.
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Great photos Kat, I don’t think I’ll be asking for the GRNR, there’s a lot more I’d want before that GMT ..
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Fantastic story! I hope you bring your husband over to the other side! I do like new GMT thanks for sharing.
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Your fault Kat ! ![]() Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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Sorry but the GMT bezel is horrible .. tried on the gold one and thought the same looks even worse in steel. I’m a monochrome kind of guy but this is extra boring for me
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is he a RePo man?
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Finally Got to Try on a GMT!
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I hear you. They both look good on you. I like the subtle colored bezel. I haven’t had the pleasure of seeing the BLRO and BLNR IRL yet, though, so trying it on was exciting for this Rolex nerd. My preference would probably be the BLNR. In fact, I have a micro brand “true GMT”on the way, with that color scheme. It is NOT an homage, but a very cool piece, coming to me all the way from Thailand. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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May need to start leaving the hubs at home when you go to The AD… that could get pricey!
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LOL. No! He does ceremonial White Dove releases, mostly at funerals. Let’s just say most of his clients are from rough areas of nearby towns. Unfortunately, some of the recently departed are young victims of gang shootings. Perhaps 75% of his clientele are from a lower socioeconomic class. Having said that, they are always very appreciative of his service, and he loves bringing solace to these grieving families. I do accompany him sometimes, but only occasionally. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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He is a gem, and deserves that Rolex. I’m saving my Pennies. The SA seemed thrilled and really wants to get him one. Another odd visit to my AD. It’s always interesting and we appreciated the ice cold large bottles of water, in the middle of this heat wave, here in CA. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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You think someone might try to rob him at a funeral service while releasing Doves? I heard California was becoming more unliveable but this shocks me. |
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That looks great on both of you! That is a hard dial to photograph. Your photos were awesome. Did they give you an idea of how long you would have to wait if you choose to get one.
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Looks like a fun visit Kat. Glad you’ve got the better half on board
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We’ve all heard stories of people robbed of their Rolex in fancy night clubs, or right on the street, in a tourist spot. I’m not sure how safe I would feel at a funeral of a gang member. We live in a nice safe place in the country, but no one is safe anywhere. I had to get a PO Box, because someone was following the mail truck and stealing packages from my large country mailbox at the street, as soon as they were dropped off. That was last Christmas. Since they were eBay items. I did not get reimbursed. Sellers could prove delivery. Thankfully, they weren’t watches. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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This is the first time your AD has had a gmt for you to try on??
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Beautiful watches! Always fun stopping in and trying new things. You often end up surprised what you like on the wrist vs online perceptions. I need to stop by my AD soon…
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I think the GMT looks nice to me. That’ll be the harder one to get out of the 2 he put in for. Which one is his first and second preference?
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You realize putting in for 2 instead if 1 means he is hooked!! The GMT is a nice size on you…your list needs a GMT on it
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I think common sense will prevail. He told me today He’d rather pay his business van off, than buy an expensive watch. I have a much different outlook on money. For me, “Life is short, so have fun!“ I think the DJ is a better fit for him. He loves mine! I should buy him that DJ. He has his Seiko diver, so the DJ is more different from it. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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Well, we shall see how this plays out. I really do want the Explorer next. My husband thinks it’s too plain. So, if they happen to call me for that GMT first, I’d take it, give it to him, but wear it sometimes, too. I size my own bracelets all the time, so that’s no issue. Kat Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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Kat, looks like you put a spell on him? Very nice AD visit and sounds like he deserves one!
So get him one. I think that is a very nice piece in SS on. Jubilee I like the TT and the gold.. Any of the above Cheers |
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The Bluesy looks good on him.
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Both of my AD's have a case full of sample watches, and both have a good sample of GMT's (multiples). A few years ago, this was not the case.
I am up in the air on GRNR, it certainly wouldn't be my first choice.. Id much rather have Pepsi, Sprite, or batman/batgirl.. then this. I've been waiting for a GMT for so long that I'm afraid my dealer is going to finally call me after all this time and it will be a GRNR, and I won't be able to say no even though I'd feel like it's not exactly what I (really) want. :). |
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That is a real dilemma for a lot of us. My SA told me EVERYTHING is still hard to get. We see here, on the forum, lots of folks, who have lots of money, and seem to get whatever they want. For us more regular people, without super deep pockets, it’s tougher. I’d rather have a Batgirl, too, but might take the GRNR, if offered. It is impressive IRL. I like more plain looking pieces. MY FAVORITE OP was actually the silver dial. I did like the LV Sub, though. I see why people sometimes settle for a second choice. At the end of the day, all Rolexes are beautiful. We can always trade later. There is always another watch we want, isn’t there? Kat |
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