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24 May 2018, 03:09 AM | #1 |
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1675 vs 16750 GMT
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Was wondering apart from the quick set function on the 16750s what is the difference in terms of aesthetic and collectibility between the 1675 and the 16750? How much would I expect to pay for one for a bog standard good condition piece? cheers |
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Both models had matte dials, red and blue "Pepsi" bezel inserts or black inserts available later during the 1970s. As far as value goes, nice examples are in the mid-teens or higher - in U.S. dollars. Based on my experience, collectors gravitate toward both models fairly equally.
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A few other aesthetic differences between the 1675 and the 16750 are the hand stack positions. Also, around 1985-86 the second generation 16750s are installed with glossy dials and WG surrounds. _____________ Instagram: @onthedial |
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Older 1675s with gilt-gloss dials certainly command a significant premium.
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As a 1675 owner I can confirm the non-quickset is a giant PITA if you have the watch in a rotation. I stopped wearing mine, cranking that thing is much more onerous than my 1601, which I now only wear when the calendar says go. Should've bought a 16750!
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Here in UK 1675 matte v 16750 matte - The 1675 about 10-15% higher. Gloss 16750 (post 8.5 million SRL) about 20% cheaper than a matte 16750. As said, gilt 1675 from £20k to sky high if Underline/exclamation/double swiss or pink/red writing etc etc
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Quick dataset does make life easier. Gloss 16750 is cheaper here in HK too. Gilt is beyond reach.
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Matte 16750 is a sweet spot... if you at all desire the jubilee buy one that has one. Oysters are easy to source but the proper jubilee takes some patience. As mentioned, the movements are different and the 16750 runs at a higher beat (better accuracy). Both are fantastic watches.
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Hi Everyone, trust you all are enjoying the weekend.
For 16750: 1) Is it possible for a 1984 (8.18mil) to have a blue-backed insert with round "8" period correct? 2) Is the dial of 16750 either MK V or MK VI only? 3) When was the glossy dial 16750 introduced? 1985? Thanks. |
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Hello Advina, my reply would be:
For 16750: 1) Is it possible for a 1984 (8.18mil) to have a blue-backed insert with round "8" period correct? Yes 2) Is the dial of 16750 either MK V or MK VI only? I'm not familiar with those Marks. 3) When was the glossy dial 16750 introduced? 1985? I've seen them as early as 1982. Thanks. ADINVA is offline Report Post Reply With Quote
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Many thanks JP. As always, your answers are highly valued by all of us.
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here's a good link: https://www.gmtforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=93 |
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Are you referring to Orchi thread below : https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=77719
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Hi All,
My bad. My references of MK V and MK VI were from www.gmtmaster1675.com. Thanks for sharing. As always, I enjoy learning from learning experience. |
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My dad bought this 16750 in 1981. He wore it every day and now I wear it and think of him.
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Lovely sir, - that's what it's all about....a watch, motorcycle, car, guitar, bit of hi-fi, boat, bike etc..passed on to the next batton-bearers is what brings the memories back :-)
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Thanks all! Some day one of my boys will inherit this watch...
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Here's an all-original 1981 (6.6M serial) GMT 16750, matte dial (looks glossy in the pic but that's the light reflecting off the crystal), matching patinaed lume plots and hand inserts, original (not service) red-backed bezel with signs of wear, and original Jubilee bracelet (clasp code F3) matching 1981 production year of watch. Rolex-serviced movement keeping consistent COSC time for a 42 year old GMT...
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It's indeed the 62510H with lots of stretch. Was at first considering sending it to Rolliworks or Michael Young for tightening; however, it's so incredibly comfortable and looks so nice on the wrist as is (stretch is minimally noticeable when wearing it) that I actually question the need to send it off and probably won't at this point. I also prefer to keep it in its virgin state, just like the watch itself, for value purposes.
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They are a lot more comfortable as you say. I made the mistake of sending one away to be refurbed a few years ago, and it came back stiff as a board, uncomfortable, too tight (as equiv of 2 folded links less) and the links butted up to each other too closely and it was way too shiny for rest of watch! Nothing wrong with a stretched Jubillee, just check the pins on the links (especially close to the E/Ls) are not badly twisted/exposed/cut through.
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