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Brushpup · 12 August 2008, 12:24 PM

It seems whether they are being shown off in pics, offered for sale or discussed, there are always seem to be fewer of them. "Pepsi" abounds and "cokes" appear more than blacks too it seems. Are/have they just been produced in fewer numbers? Are they just less popular? I speak of this largely as an observation here on TRF, so perhaps my view is skewed. Does seem there are fewer for sale elsewhere too though. Maybe people that buy them just hang on to them more than the others?

Just thinking out loud and wondering what others think about this. Personally the all Black is my fav, with Red/Black being a close second.

Slovak75 · 12 August 2008, 12:34 PM

I'd tend to agree. I rarely see many black bezel GMTII's for sale on any site. I thought about selling mine for awhile but opted not to due to the fact they do seem harder to find.

East Bay Rider · 12 August 2008, 12:49 PM

It's such a classy looking watch. I'll never sell mine.
Maybe others feel that way as well.

Tools · 12 August 2008, 12:56 PM

I like the black bezel on the GMT...

Perhaps it hasn't been seen much because it looks so much like the Sub that most folks opted for the Pepsi or Black/red inserts..

Unlike most who like to have a selection of bezels to change to, I prefer to have one of each watch.........

Timber Loftis · 12 August 2008, 01:12 PM

Wasn't the Pepsi bezel the original one and made through more of the production history? If the Pepsi bezel was made through more model years than the black bezel, it stands to reason it would be a bit less common.

I have a Pepsi, but I want to get other bezels (and a jubilee bracelet, hehe). The problem with shopping for bezels is that it's hard to figure out where to get one, and how to make sure it's authentic -- there seem to be a lot of after-marker ones available, and I don't want one of those.

Z-Sub · 12 August 2008, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Timber

Wasn't the Pepsi bezel the original one and made through more of the production history? If the Pepsi bezel was made through more model years than the black bezel, it stands to reason it would be a bit less common.

I have a Pepsi, but I want to get other bezels (and a jubilee bracelet, hehe). The problem with shopping for bezels is that it's hard to figure out where to get one, and how to make sure it's authentic -- there seem to be a lot of after-marker ones available, and I don't want one of those.

the very first is actually a red and black but pepsi became more popular and later Rolex added the red and black back.
I love both color combinations but no so much the black one since it does not seem to be special against my sub.

marshallr47 · 12 August 2008, 09:36 PM

My GMT came with a black bezel but I changed mine to the "coke" because I like the color scheme better.

learnmore60 · 12 August 2008, 09:43 PM

do you think coke bezel GMT's will go up in value?

Dan Pierce · 12 August 2008, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Brushpup

It seems whether they are being shown off in pics, offered for sale or discussed, there are always seem to be fewer of them. "Pepsi" abounds and "cokes" appear more than blacks too it seems. Are/have they just been produced in fewer numbers? Are they just less popular? I speak of this largely as an observation here on TRF, so perhaps my view is skewed. Does seem there are fewer for sale elsewhere too though. Maybe people that buy them just hang on to them more than the others?

Just thinking out loud and wondering what others think about this. Personally the all Black is my fav, with Red/Black being a close second.

My GMT II came with a black/ burgundy bezel and I traded it for the all black. Being color blind I wanted to keep things simple. But since acquiring a Tudor Chrono with a rotating black bezel I've decided to add some color and obtained a pepsi and plan on adding the coke. I like that the color differentiates from the Sub.

Nothing wrong with the all black bezel though.

Again, the best thing about the GMT is you can make it your own and change the appearance if the urge hits.

Rockrolex · 12 August 2008, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by East Bay Rider

It's such a classy looking watch. I'll never sell mine.
Maybe others feel that way as well.

I couldn't agree more, Bill. I love my all black. It is far and away my favorite watch. Now what could be better than this.

dotcomakazee · 12 August 2008, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brushpup

It seems whether they are being shown off in pics, offered for sale or discussed, there are always seem to be fewer of them. "Pepsi" abounds and "cokes" appear more than blacks too it seems. Are/have they just been produced in fewer numbers? Are they just less popular? I speak of this largely as an observation here on TRF, so perhaps my view is skewed. Does seem there are fewer for sale elsewhere too though. Maybe people that buy them just hang on to them more than the others?

Just thinking out loud and wondering what others think about this. Personally the all Black is my fav, with Red/Black being a close second.

Most people go for the Sub if they want a black bezel sports model.

Dan Pierce · 12 August 2008, 11:11 PM

Although it's not Rockrolex approved because of the jubilee here's one for you black bezel fans.

dP

Brushpup · 12 August 2008, 11:41 PM

Nice Dan, I prefer the Oyster, but that looks stunningly good too...

Dan Pierce · 12 August 2008, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Brushpup

Nice Dan, I prefer the Oyster, but that looks stunningly good too...

Thank you, sir.

I think I have a pick of that combo too.

dP

Texsubmariner · 13 August 2008, 12:36 AM

Beautiful GMT's! I prefer the simplicity of the all black GMT's as well. But overall, I do think they are less popular compared to other color bezels.

Coastal1 · 13 August 2008, 12:39 AM

I love my all Black GMT II also!

leonidas · 13 August 2008, 03:32 AM

having sold my sub that i had for 25 years, i got the black bezel GMT2 as it was like having a newer sapphire sub, fit better, and with the buckle that is less massive, it also was more comfortable for me. but didn;t want to lose the move iconic look of the sub.
now that i also have an x2 in black, if i can ever get a jubilee, i might put it onthe x2, to bring out the steel bezel, making it a tiny bit more dressy, and give some more variety between the two.

pwrslider · 13 August 2008, 03:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by marshallr47

My GMT came with a black bezel but I changed mine to the "coke" because I like the color scheme better.

things go better with coke!

pwrslider · 13 August 2008, 03:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Although it's not Rockrolex approved because of the jubilee here's one for you black bezel fans.

dP

NO COMMENT!! ...............Dan!!!

:banghead :

Dan Pierce · 13 August 2008, 05:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pwrslider

NO COMMENT!! ...............Dan!!!

:banghead :

Doh!!!

dP

Brushpup · 13 August 2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by leonidas

having sold my sub that i had for 25 years, i got the black bezel GMT2 as it was like having a newer sapphire sub, fit better, and with the buckle that is less massive, it also was more comfortable for me. but didn;t want to lose the move iconic look of the sub.
now that i also have an x2 in black, if i can ever get a jubilee, i might put it onthe x2, to bring out the steel bezel, making it a tiny bit more dressy, and give some more variety between the two.

Personally, I like the feel/fit/lower profile of the GMTII much better than the Sub myself. Also like the smaller crown too and all these features are better suited to my small wrist.

12 August 2008, 12:24 PM	#1
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Black Bezel GMTII musings and observations It seems whether they are being shown off in pics, offered for sale or discussed, there are always seem to be fewer of them. "Pepsi" abounds and "cokes" appear more than blacks too it seems. Are/have they just been produced in fewer numbers? Are they just less popular? I speak of this largely as an observation here on TRF, so perhaps my view is skewed. Does seem there are fewer for sale elsewhere too though. Maybe people that buy them just hang on to them more than the others? Just thinking out loud and wondering what others think about this. Personally the all Black is my fav, with Red/Black being a close second. __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

12 August 2008, 12:49 PM	#3
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,026	It's such a classy looking watch. I'll never sell mine. Maybe others feel that way as well. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

12 August 2008, 12:56 PM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,421	I like the black bezel on the GMT... Perhaps it hasn't been seen much because it looks so much like the Sub that most folks opted for the Pepsi or Black/red inserts.. Unlike most who like to have a selection of bezels to change to, I prefer to have one of each watch......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 August 2008, 09:36 PM	#7
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	My GMT came with a black bezel but I changed mine to the "coke" because I like the color scheme better. __________________ Ron

12 August 2008, 11:41 PM	#13
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Nice Dan, I prefer the Oyster, but that looks stunningly good too... __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

12 August 2008, 12:34 PM	#2
Slovak75 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 101	I'd tend to agree. I rarely see many black bezel GMTII's for sale on any site. I thought about selling mine for awhile but opted not to due to the fact they do seem harder to find.

12 August 2008, 01:12 PM	#5
Timber Loftis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Jon Location: Chicago Watch: IIc,DJII,P244,A1-Z Posts: 2,857	Wasn't the Pepsi bezel the original one and made through more of the production history? If the Pepsi bezel was made through more model years than the black bezel, it stands to reason it would be a bit less common. I have a Pepsi, but I want to get other bezels (and a jubilee bracelet, hehe). The problem with shopping for bezels is that it's hard to figure out where to get one, and how to make sure it's authentic -- there seem to be a lot of after-marker ones available, and I don't want one of those.

12 August 2008, 09:43 PM	#8
learnmore60 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: UK Watch: Love the Vintage Posts: 363	do you think coke bezel GMT's will go up in value?

13 August 2008, 12:36 AM	#15
Texsubmariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Khanh Location: Texas Watch: SSGMTc Posts: 1,227	Beautiful GMT's! I prefer the simplicity of the all black GMT's as well. But overall, I do think they are less popular compared to other color bezels. __________________ Sea Dweller M series SS GMT IIc M series Omega SMP Electric Blue Dial Wife's SS WG MOP Ladies DJ Z series

13 August 2008, 12:39 AM	#16
Coastal1 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Gulf Coast, USA Posts: 288	I love my all Black GMT II also!

13 August 2008, 03:32 AM	#17
leonidas "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york/ athens Watch: GMT II X 2 (SS) Posts: 93	having sold my sub that i had for 25 years, i got the black bezel GMT2 as it was like having a newer sapphire sub, fit better, and with the buckle that is less massive, it also was more comfortable for me. but didn;t want to lose the move iconic look of the sub. now that i also have an x2 in black, if i can ever get a jubilee, i might put it onthe x2, to bring out the steel bezel, making it a tiny bit more dressy, and give some more variety between the two.

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