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JJ Irani · 10 April 2008, 05:55 PM

That's right, guys.

How great an impact can this ceramic bezel take before it shows up a scratch?

Now that there are a number of users out there, surely quite a few of you must have had some dings and bangs.

So, has the ceramic bezel come up with any scratch or abrasion?

Cheers - JJ

BiG JeEzY · 10 April 2008, 06:01 PM

To be honest, a scratchproof bezel doesn't really mean that much to me. Its not the part of the watch that gets scratched the most IMO. Now a scratchproof bracelet, thats a different story!!!!

JJ Irani · 10 April 2008, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

To be honest, a scratchproof bezel doesn't really mean that much to me. Its not the part of the watch that gets scratched the most IMO. Now a scratchproof bracelet, thats a different story!!!!

For a scratchproof BRACELET, I'd have to get a RADO; but I'd rather be dead first!!

BiG JeEzY · 10 April 2008, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

For a scratchproof BRACELET, I'd have to get a RADO; but I'd rather be dead first!!

I feel the same way as you do JJ.

Omnibus · 10 April 2008, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

For a scratchproof BRACELET, I'd have to get a RADO; but I'd rather be dead first!!

What's up with Rados?

I think Rado is the Rolex for rich people who don't want to be bothered by mechanical watch (need winding, etc).

JJ Irani · 11 April 2008, 03:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Omnibus

What's up with Rados?

I think Rado is the Rolex for rich people who don't want to be bothered by mechanical watch (need winding, etc).

RADO do make automatic watches too......but their designs are simply awful!!

Trurolexer · 10 April 2008, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

To be honest, a scratchproof bezel doesn't really mean that much to me. Its not the part of the watch that gets scratched the most IMO. Now a scratchproof bracelet, thats a different story!!!!

X2!!!

Felly Jr. · 10 April 2008, 06:03 PM

I wouldn't say it would stand up to the abuse of one of these

But from what I've heard they are virtually scratch proof.

frostie · 10 April 2008, 06:06 PM

Here is what happened to me

One day i was at the city center and was walking on the street. Then a woman passed next to me and hit my watch so hard with her watch that i thought that the bezel would definetely be scratched. Of course i was furious and she apologized then i took a look at my watch and everything was ok no scratch

To be honest the hit was really hard

Felly Jr. · 10 April 2008, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by frostie

Here is what happened to me

One day i was at the city center and was walking on the street. Then a woman passed next to me and hit my watch so hard with her watch that i thought that the bezel would definetely be scratched. Of course i was furious and she apologized then i took a look at my watch and everything was ok no scratch

To be honest the hit was really hard

She was probably just trying to get your attention.

frostie · 10 April 2008, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

She was probably just trying to get your attention.

Yeah right by scratching my watch

BiG JeEzY · 10 April 2008, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Felly Jr.

She was probably just trying to get your attention.

Yeah I think so too. Did she have a lot of nice cleavage?

frostie · 10 April 2008, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BiG JeEzY

Yeah I think so too. Did she have a lot of nice cleavage?

I think she had a lot of nice rotten teeth as far as i remember

Felly Jr. · 10 April 2008, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by frostie

I think she had a lot of nice rotten teeth as far as i remember

YUCK!

ricnas1 · 11 April 2008, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by frostie

I think she had a lot of nice rotten teeth as far as i remember

not rotten teeth but....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZItsbLzc73s

MrCowboy99 · 10 April 2008, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by frostie

To be honest the hit was really hard

Was that to her after she bumped into you?

Was it a KO?

Scooby · 10 April 2008, 11:09 PM

Well, 4 months out, I see no visible scratches or dents or anything else that could be considered an imperfection. Then again, I'm not up for testing it just to satisfy JJ's curiosity.

I still wonder JJ, why didn't you get a TT GMTIIc instead of the platty? You've been raving about it for almost a year. Prices are comparable.

TARDIS · 10 April 2008, 11:15 PM

The bezel on my 16600 never gets scratched.

Why?

BECAUSE IT NEVER ITCHES

Trurolexer · 10 April 2008, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by TARDIS

The bezel on my 16600 never gets scratched.

Why?

BECAUSE IT NEVER ITCHES

lol!!!

JJ Irani · 11 April 2008, 03:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scooby

Well, 4 months out, I see no visible scratches or dents or anything else that could be considered an imperfection. Then again, I'm not up for testing it just to satisfy JJ's curiosity.

I still wonder JJ, why didn't you get a TT GMTIIc instead of the platty? You've been raving about it for almost a year. Prices are comparable.

At the time, Platty did appeal a helluva lot to me......and still does. If and when I buy the TT GMT-IIC, it will be my SECOND Rolex......and I shall once more become a 2-Rolex man!!

unclesallie · 11 April 2008, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

At the time, Platty did appeal a helluva lot to me......and still does. If and when I buy the TT GMT-IIC, it will be my SECOND Rolex......and I shall once more become a 2-Rolex man!!

and hopefully, JJ, you will bring a host of TRF'ers to NY to buy that watch, and we can all have a HUGE party. I promise to buy lunch(yours and mine).

i hope all your wishes come true, JJ.
best,
dan

frostie · 10 April 2008, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MrCowboy99

Was that to her after she bumped into you?

Was it a KO?

scottschoe · 10 April 2008, 06:06 PM

I think I've seen only one post regarding a scratch on the IIC bezel...so I suppose they're holding up 99% of the time.

Chris B · 10 April 2008, 06:10 PM

I caught mine a few of times on doors, desks etc and been filled with dread each time but so far, touch-wood, its holding up ok & as good as new.

JostheBoss · 10 April 2008, 06:12 PM

Mine has taken like 2 big hits...nothin!

marshallr47 · 10 April 2008, 08:41 PM

Good thread and good info. Thanks.

unclesallie · 10 April 2008, 08:53 PM

GMTII-c bezel is scratch proof! I tried for hours to scratch mine(huh?) and the watch just sat there and said, 'is that the best you can do sucker?' and that was that.

best,dan

Trurolexer · 10 April 2008, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by unclesallie

GMTII-c bezel is scratch proof! I tried for hours to scratch mine(huh?) and the watch just sat there and said, 'is that the best you can do sucker?' and that was that.

best,dan

Really? Seriously...

DSJ · 11 April 2008, 12:43 AM

I'm guessing a diamond, moissanite and maybe a sapphire/ruby could scratch it. It could shatter too. Anyone know its actual hardness?

Geoff · 11 April 2008, 01:47 AM

JJ,

I've had my GMT-IIC TT since September, 2007. The bezel is still pristine - same as it was new out of the box - not a mark or scratch. The bracelet does show signs of wear - but hey, I wear it.

10 April 2008, 05:55 PM	#1
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,317	How scratchproof is the BEZEL of the Ceramic GMT-II? That's right, guys. How great an impact can this ceramic bezel take before it shows up a scratch? Now that there are a number of users out there, surely quite a few of you must have had some dings and bangs. So, has the ceramic bezel come up with any scratch or abrasion? Cheers - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

10 April 2008, 06:01 PM	#2
BiG JeEzY "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jerome Location: N. California Watch: GMT I/EXP II/DJ Posts: 3,352	To be honest, a scratchproof bezel doesn't really mean that much to me. Its not the part of the watch that gets scratched the most IMO. Now a scratchproof bracelet, thats a different story!!!! __________________ -Rolex Explorer II Black dial 16570 (circa 2001) -Rolex GMT Master I Pepsi 1675 (circa 1978) -Rolex Datejust TT Champagne 16233 (circa 1991) -Vintage Longines Automatic La Grande Classique -Vintage Seiko 6138 Automatic Chronograph with "Kakume" Dial

10 April 2008, 06:06 PM	#9
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	Here is what happened to me One day i was at the city center and was walking on the street. Then a woman passed next to me and hit my watch so hard with her watch that i thought that the bezel would definetely be scratched. Of course i was furious and she apologized then i took a look at my watch and everything was ok no scratch To be honest the hit was really hard __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

10 April 2008, 06:12 PM	#25
JostheBoss "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Jos Location: South Africa Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 741	Mine has taken like 2 big hits...nothin! __________________ Life isn't what it is...it's what it looks like

10 April 2008, 08:41 PM	#26
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	Good thread and good info. Thanks. __________________ Ron

10 April 2008, 06:03 PM	#8
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	I wouldn't say it would stand up to the abuse of one of these But from what I've heard they are virtually scratch proof.

10 April 2008, 11:09 PM	#17
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	Well, 4 months out, I see no visible scratches or dents or anything else that could be considered an imperfection. Then again, I'm not up for testing it just to satisfy JJ's curiosity. I still wonder JJ, why didn't you get a TT GMTIIc instead of the platty? You've been raving about it for almost a year. Prices are comparable.

10 April 2008, 11:15 PM	#18
TARDIS "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Queensland, AUST Posts: 2,003	The bezel on my 16600 never gets scratched. Why? BECAUSE IT NEVER ITCHES

10 April 2008, 06:06 PM	#23
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	I think I've seen only one post regarding a scratch on the IIC bezel...so I suppose they're holding up 99% of the time.

10 April 2008, 06:10 PM	#24
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	I caught mine a few of times on doors, desks etc and been filled with dread each time but so far, touch-wood, its holding up ok & as good as new.

10 April 2008, 08:53 PM	#27
unclesallie "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,917	GMTII-c bezel is scratch proof! I tried for hours to scratch mine(huh?) and the watch just sat there and said, 'is that the best you can do sucker?' and that was that. best,dan

11 April 2008, 12:43 AM	#29
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	I'm guessing a diamond, moissanite and maybe a sapphire/ruby could scratch it. It could shatter too. Anyone know its actual hardness? __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

11 April 2008, 01:47 AM	#30
Geoff "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 111	JJ, I've had my GMT-IIC TT since September, 2007. The bezel is still pristine - same as it was new out of the box - not a mark or scratch. The bracelet does show signs of wear - but hey, I wear it.

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