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Old 9 May 2014, 05:38 AM   #1
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What GMT?

Hi! Now, that I have convinced my significant other that I really NEED a GMT watch I would appreciate your help:

- I have a green Sub (Hulk) and a white Daytona, both in steel.
- I think a Rolex GMT would be great but there are so many other brands outthere

Question: Is there any other GMT you would suggest that compares to the Rolex GMT?

Thanks!
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Old 9 May 2014, 05:48 AM   #2
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A BLNR would compliment your LV nicely. Lots of color in the two and staying in the steel category
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Old 9 May 2014, 05:49 AM   #3
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Not for me, BLNR would be perfect here.
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Old 9 May 2014, 05:53 AM   #4
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Old 10 May 2014, 05:15 AM   #5
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Old 9 May 2014, 05:54 AM   #6
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The LN is my favorite, but you can't go wrong with the BLNR.
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Old 9 May 2014, 07:23 AM   #7
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The LN is my favorite, but you can't go wrong with the BLNR.
Agreed. I like the black bezel and the little touch of green.
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Old 9 May 2014, 08:51 AM   #8
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There are plenty of other Dual-time watches.. Cellini has also recently entered the game with a killer version, although a bit pricey.

I wear a Ulysse Nardin Dual-Time quite often.

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Old 9 May 2014, 09:27 AM   #9
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I really like the UN line but the resale can be horrendous compared to Rolex so make sure you like it.

I would most likely stick with Rolex and as a GMT nut I like them all and have most
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:01 AM   #10
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GMT coke bezel would be my suggestion.
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:03 AM   #11
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I have convinced my significant other that I really NEED a GMT
No convincing required. It is simply a fact. YOU MUST DO THIS. YOU NEED THIS. IT SHALL BE DONE.
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:10 AM   #12
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Of course I need one. :) Still trying my best resisting a third Rolex. Is there any other brand that offers a better GMT watch? I looked into JLC, Omega (aqua terra chrono gmt and seamaster gmt), Blancpain...

I NEED :) a sport, steel bracelet GMT. :)
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Old 23 May 2014, 04:19 AM   #13
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Is there any other brand that offers a better GMT watch?
Better? IMHO, no. Close though...

If you do something other than Rolex, I'd get a Glycine and dare to be different. They look GREAT on a SS bracelet.

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Old 23 May 2014, 04:23 AM   #14
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go blnr!
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:17 AM   #15
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I'd pick the TT GMT IIC to make your collection more diverse. As for GMT models of other brands, IMHO nothing can beat Rolex there, it makes no sense to consider any alternatives. Just my $0.02.
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Old 9 May 2014, 07:22 AM   #16
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This is a pretty good brand...

...oops!
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:44 AM   #17
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The thing to think of on a Rolex GMT is that you can have three watches in one. A black insert, then a Pepsi Insert, and a Coke Insert. How much better does it get than that?
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:48 AM   #18
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I'm a big GMT fan. Any of them are nice. I prefer a Rolex though
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Old 22 May 2014, 10:44 AM   #19
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I'm a big GMT fan. Any of them are nice. I prefer a Rolex though
Most outstanding.
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Old 22 May 2014, 10:50 AM   #20
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Most outstanding.

I take that as a huge compliment coming from you my friend!!!
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Old 9 May 2014, 06:53 AM   #21
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Pepsi. Coke. Tell her you saved her 2k
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Old 9 May 2014, 07:00 AM   #22
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IMHO, the GMT II C whether you decide on the LN or BLNR, is the best SS GMT function watch you can buy under 10k. Now if you need to tell the time in two different time zones and are interested in spending a "little" more, I think the PP 5131G will allow you to track the time in a couple of places.
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Old 9 May 2014, 07:01 AM   #23
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Blnr would be nice
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Old 9 May 2014, 07:03 AM   #24
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LN is very basic, but something you do not have! I think go LN for the all black look.
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Rolex & GMT are synonymous
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Old 22 May 2014, 09:53 AM   #27
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Old 9 May 2014, 02:19 PM   #28
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I say Root beer.
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Old 9 May 2014, 05:21 PM   #29
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I love GMT watches. And I really dislike the BLNR. I see it as a big fuss about a new thing. People may actually like it, but I don't care. It looks wrong to my eye.

I have the LN and looking to trade it for a TT. Beautiful watch IMO.


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Old 9 May 2014, 10:33 PM   #30
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I personally think there is lot of crossover between subC and gmtiiC (less so with you since you have the hulk), so I am saying exp ii black face.
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