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USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 01:49 AM

The AD just called -- the LV and new GMT II are in. Just gotta go figure out which to get. Still not sure on if I'll ship it or not, guess we'll see how loudly the watch screams, "Wear me home, bastard!"

Robb · 14 July 2007, 02:00 AM

You cant go wrong either way you go.. Let us know what you decide!!!

GrandDaddy · 14 July 2007, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

The AD just called -- the LV and new GMT II are in. Just gotta go figure out which to get. Still not sure on if I'll ship it or not, guess we'll see how loudly the watch screams, "Wear me home, bastard!"

Congratulations. Now you can deal with the Rolex "haters" at GT.

miner · 14 July 2007, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

The AD just called -- the LV and new GMT II are in. Just gotta go figure out which to get. Still not sure on if I'll ship it or not, guess we'll see how loudly the watch screams, "Wear me home, bastard!"

Both of those beauties will shout and scream the same. Your problem will be "Do I wear the LV on the left wrist and the GMT on the right wrist or GMT on the left and LV on the right or both on the left and how do I get both of these home and and and....."

at least you get to see the GMT and have a chance of buying one.

Tools · 14 July 2007, 02:14 AM

Make sure you have enough in the checking account to cover both...

JJ Irani · 14 July 2007, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

The AD just called -- the LV and new GMT II are in. Just gotta go figure out which to get. Still not sure on if I'll ship it or not, guess we'll see how loudly the watch screams, "Wear me home, bastard!"

Why would a brand new watch hurl abuses at you?

USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Why would a brand new watch hurl abuses at you?

That's just the kinda guy I am...

Well, the deed has been done. I'm now sportin' a new GMT II. Looks pretty good with my tungsten carbide brushed/polished wedding band.

Thank you forlks for your help and dealing with my few ignorant questions and remarks. All in all, today's been a good day -- sold a motorcycle and got a Rolex; in the money comes, out the money goes.

wandyprawira · 14 July 2007, 05:32 AM

Well BIG congrats to you!

Gaijin · 14 July 2007, 05:34 AM

Nicely done! I would have gone with the GMT also.

Maybe because I don't have one.

Robb · 14 July 2007, 05:34 AM

Pics????

Congrats

USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Robb

Pics????

Congrats

Thanks, I'm charging the camera's battery. Killed it on a motorcycle earlier today.

Anyone got any idea on how to set the pretty little green hand?

USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 06:07 AM

Charged up...

It's my 1st watch picture ever. Don't drag me over the coals for this thing --

Robb · 14 July 2007, 06:10 AM

WOW!!!!!! I think I just found my next watch...

Absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!

kcmo · 14 July 2007, 06:12 AM

Very nice! Congrats!

sinbad · 14 July 2007, 06:16 AM

Tools · 14 July 2007, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

Thanks, I'm charging the camera's battery. Killed it on a motorcycle earlier today.

Anyone got any idea on how to set the pretty little green hand?

Sterling,
Unscew the crown and pull the stem all the way out 'til the second hand stops. Now set your watch to the correct time using the green 24 hr. hand and the outer bezel for reference.

Push the stem in one "click"; the second hand starts and you are ready to set the Mercedes hand.

Of course my experience is with the now "obsolete" GMT II.

For the price, the new ones should come with a remote control.

wandyprawira · 14 July 2007, 06:35 AM

Nice indeed

USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 06:39 AM

Tools, thanks. Hmm, wonder what timezone I wanna set it on??? Decisions, decisions; wish there weren't so many choices. LOL.

Chris B · 14 July 2007, 07:19 AM

Many congratulations, wear in good health.

Beauiful pic

Olyckan · 14 July 2007, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

Tools, thanks. Hmm, wonder what timezone I wanna set it on??? Decisions, decisions; wish there weren't so many choices. LOL.

Set the green on your home time - when travelling, change the main hour hand to the local time.

Tools · 14 July 2007, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Olyckan

Set the green on your home time - when travelling, change the main hour hand to the local time.

Exactly.

As I type this it is 1525 hrs Local, so the 24 hr. hand is on the 15, minute hand is on the 25 min mark, and the Mercedes hour hand is on the 3 (actually between the 3 and4 since it is half past the hour.)

If I went to visit you in SC, I would just pull the stem out 2 clicks (first one is for winding) and turn the Mercedes hand forward 3 hours. Since the watch is never actually stopped, the minute and second hands will remain on the exact time.

Of course you don't have to......You can track the time in New Zealand if you want to. Can't imagine that though.

mike · 14 July 2007, 08:42 AM

NICE CHOICE!!!!

Big congrats my man! That is a fantastic pic of a beautifull watch!

I really need to have a heart to heart with my AD!

Teofilo · 14 July 2007, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

NICE CHOICE!!!!

Big congrats my man! That is a fantastic pic of a beautifull watch!

I really need to have a heart to heart with my AD!

Mike, how can you be last in the queue ?
With the amount of watches you must have had from your AD, you would think he would get his 19 year old daughter to hand deliver one to you !

USMCsilver · 14 July 2007, 08:57 AM

Okay folks, I figured it out.

Tools, the last explaination helped out much better. Couldn't figure out why the green hand would not move by itself and was beginning to get pissed. But then figured out that I had to navigate it, along with the hour/minute hands to get the green hand and the minute hand where they needed to be, and then go one click back in and set the hour hand.

Hope that made sense; hell, doesn't matter -- I'm the one who understands now...

I do appreciate it (and do LOVE) the watch.

mike · 14 July 2007, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Teofilo

Mike, how can you be last in the queue ?
With the amount of watches you must have had from your AD, you would think he would get his 19 year old daughter to hand deliver one to you !

Humm......19 you say.....hummm......

Incurable · 14 July 2007, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by USMCsilver

Charged up...

It's my 1st watch picture ever. Don't drag me over the coals for this thing --

I'm glad to see Rolex got at least ONE thing right with this year's new releases... I know, there are others but this one's a sweetheart. Congratulations, that's one beautiful watch! The added 'beef' is subtle and the gloss bezel (ceramic) looks crisp and clean. I like the green hand just as well as the red. Perhaps a bit more subtle actually. I love the Maxi-Dial w/white gold surrounds. Just me but the surrounds give the dial a large dose of class vs lume alone. I'm sure it's brighter than it's predecessors by virtue of the added lume area. With my eyes, bigger is better. The triplock crown adds to the new authoritative look and is going to be easier to use for sure. The polished center links add a bit of 'glitz' but aren't overstated. The new clasp is a positive move as well. My only negative would be I could do without the continuous Rolex around the chapter ring.

Being as I didn't buy this watch, my opinions mean nothing but... She's a looker all right. Of all the new models, the new generation GMT II combines both visual and functional improvements that make for a genuine winner

JJ Irani · 14 July 2007, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Incurable

I'm glad to see Rolex got at least ONE thing right with this year's new releases... I know, there are others but this one's a sweetheart. Congratulations, that's one beautiful watch! The added 'beef' is subtle and the gloss bezel (ceramic) looks crisp and great. I like the green hand just as well as the red. Perhaps a bit more subtle actually. I love the Maxi-Dial w/white gold surrounds. Just me but the surrounds give the dial a large dose of class vs lume alone. I'm sure it's brighter than it's predecessors by virtue of the added lume area. With my eyes, bigger is better. The triplock crown adds to the new authoritative look and is going to be easier to use for sure. The polished center links add a bit of 'glitz' but isn't overstated. the new clasp is a positive move as well. My only negative would be I could do without the continuous Rolex around the chapter ring.

Being as I didn't buy this watch, my opinions mean nothing but... She's a looker all right. Of all the new models, the new generation GMT II combines actual improvements that make for a winner

That's an amazing looking picture, Pat!!

Incurable · 14 July 2007, 04:37 PM

Not mine... quoted from USMCsilver. I'm obviously impressed with this watch. Yes, it is a great shot. I'm sure he'll gladly accept your compliment.

14 July 2007, 01:49 AM	#1
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	At ~1400, I'll Be A Proud Owner The AD just called -- the LV and new GMT II are in. Just gotta go figure out which to get. Still not sure on if I'll ship it or not, guess we'll see how loudly the watch screams, "Wear me home, bastard!"

14 July 2007, 05:32 AM	#8
wandyprawira "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: hub Posts: 520	Well BIG congrats to you! __________________

14 July 2007, 06:16 AM	#15
sinbad "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Midwest U.S. Posts: 164	Congrats. Enjoy in good health.

14 July 2007, 06:35 AM	#17
wandyprawira "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: hub Posts: 520	Nice indeed __________________

14 July 2007, 04:37 PM	#28
Incurable "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Pat Location: PNW Watch: your P's and Q's Posts: 2,549	Not mine... quoted from USMCsilver. I'm obviously impressed with this watch. Yes, it is a great shot. I'm sure he'll gladly accept your compliment. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 16710 (Blk/Blk) Rolex Explorer 114270 Sinn 356 Sa Flieger Limes Endurance 1Tausend Too many others... #2592 It may seem like I'm doing nothing but, at a cellular level, I'm actually quite busy...

14 July 2007, 02:00 AM	#2
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	You cant go wrong either way you go.. Let us know what you decide!!!

14 July 2007, 02:14 AM	#5
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,378	Make sure you have enough in the checking account to cover both...

14 July 2007, 05:34 AM	#9
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Nicely done! I would have gone with the GMT also. Maybe because I don't have one.

14 July 2007, 06:07 AM	#12
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Charged up... It's my 1st watch picture ever. Don't drag me over the coals for this thing --

14 July 2007, 06:10 AM	#13
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	WOW!!!!!! I think I just found my next watch... Absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!

14 July 2007, 06:12 AM	#14
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Very nice! Congrats!

14 July 2007, 06:39 AM	#18
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Tools, thanks. Hmm, wonder what timezone I wanna set it on??? Decisions, decisions; wish there weren't so many choices. LOL.

14 July 2007, 07:19 AM	#19
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,628	Many congratulations, wear in good health. Beauiful pic

14 July 2007, 08:42 AM	#22
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	NICE CHOICE!!!! Big congrats my man! That is a fantastic pic of a beautifull watch! I really need to have a heart to heart with my AD!

14 July 2007, 08:57 AM	#24
USMCsilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Sterling Location: Middle of SC Watch: Anniv. GMT II Posts: 908	Okay folks, I figured it out. Tools, the last explaination helped out much better. Couldn't figure out why the green hand would not move by itself and was beginning to get pissed. But then figured out that I had to navigate it, along with the hour/minute hands to get the green hand and the minute hand where they needed to be, and then go one click back in and set the hour hand. Hope that made sense; hell, doesn't matter -- I'm the one who understands now... I do appreciate it (and do LOVE) the watch.

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