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22 January 2006, 06:01 AM | #1 |
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Only read this if you like GMTs
Only if you like no LOVE GMTs will you appreciate this one. A recent addition for me and one of those "must haves" on my list, the GMT-Master matte dial (Ref. 16750) circa 1980.
The significance of the 16750 is that it is a true transitional sport model. Reason being, it has all of the vintage features of a classic Rolex while adding a few enhancement from the Rolex R&D workshop to help modernize the aging GMT. What makes it vintage: Acrylic crystal matte dial w/tritium hands/markers Fixed 24hr hand Smooth turn bi-directional bezel (no 120 clicks) Bracelet w/o flip-lock style clasp What makes it modern: Fast beat movement cal 3075 (28,800 vph) Quick-set date What makes it transitional: The reason the 16750 is considered "transitional" is because Rolex produced them as an evolutionary step closer to the modern GMT II (Ref. 16710). The major improvement over it's predecessor, the 1675 (cal. 1565/1575), was a new fast beat movement (cal. 3075) which increased vibrations per hour from 19,800 to an incredible 28,800. It is my belief that the fast beat 30xx series was a move by Rolex to "up" it's game and accuracy to compete with the increasing popularity/accuracy of Quartz watches. The 16750 was only produced for ~5-6 years (80-85) and the matte dial was only available for about 2-3 of those years. It was ultimately replaced in the late 80's by another less known transitional GMT (Ref. 16700); the first GMT equiped with a sapphire crystal. Rolex up the anny again by giving the 16700 an upgraded movement (cal. 3175) and a dressier appearency (w/g hands/hour surrounds). The 16750 and 16700 were the last of the GMT-Masters and almost mirror the modern GMT-Master II (16710). Hope you guys enjoy... 16710 Left 16750 Right Last edited by Clifton; 24 January 2006 at 01:14 AM.. |
22 January 2006, 06:36 AM | #2 |
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Wow,beautifull watch Clifton.It sure is in great condition.
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Awsome watch clifton!!!!!!I love the vintage gmt!!
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22 January 2006, 07:55 AM | #4 |
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Nice Watch!!!
Beautiful.
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Congratulations, Clifton. That is a beauty. I'm not ordinarily a fan of vintages (as I've said elsewhere), I could make an exception for that one. Wear it well and enjoy it.
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Personally I hate GMTs, they are horrible horrible watches that keep poor time, are poorly finished and way overpriced. But unfortunately I was drawn in by their clever marketing (I have yet to see more than 1 Rolex Ad a month )
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That's a beauty Clifton. Wear it in good health. Nice pics too
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Supurb example of THE vintage GMT!
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22 January 2006, 12:26 PM | #10 |
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Beautiful piece, Clifton....that Pepsi bezel gives it the final stamp of originality.
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Nice photo's, nice timepieces, nice background shots.
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Wow!
Beautiful watch Clifton. I never really got into the vintage stuff, but seeing one like that is making me change my mind. |
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Mav you too have great pictures or your new and old ;o)
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Great vintage GMT and pictures, but not my favourite insert
prefer black first, then black red..
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Thanks guys, appreciate the kind words and responses.
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