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Pool057 · 21 May 2017, 01:29 AM

Just bought a 16710, coke insert, dates to 1989. New to these, so thought I'd better ask first..... want to change the insert to a Pepsi. Having a hard time finding Pepsi inserts that reference 16710. Would other reference numbers fit?

lee fowler · 21 May 2017, 01:37 AM

I believe that the 16700, 16710 and 16760 inserts are all the same size.

fskywalker · 21 May 2017, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by lee fowler

I believe that the 16700, 16710 and 16760 inserts are all the same size.

Yes all three should fit the watch

padi56 · 21 May 2017, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Pool057

Just bought a 16710, coke insert, dates to 1989. New to these, so thought I'd better ask first..... want to change the insert to a Pepsi. Having a hard time finding Pepsi inserts that reference 16710. Would other reference numbers fit?

Just go to any Rolex AD they could order you one cost around $75.

Maxy · 21 May 2017, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Just go to any Rolex AD they could order you one cost around $75.

Wow, is it so simple? Does it have to match the original serial number? Like if its original, will they order me a coke? Similarly Black and others.

Then, why do folks sell them over $200 on here?

116500LN · 21 May 2017, 05:53 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

Just go to any Rolex AD they could order you one cost around $75.

Old information. Rolex has become obnoxious with parts flow as of late. Could not order a bezel to replace Pepsi with Coke. They only offered to send it to RSC and there was still no guarantee they would do it short of requiring a full service. Tried 3 ADs and onw boutique

Speed · 21 May 2017, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 116500LN

Old information. Rolex has become obnoxious with parts flow as of late. Could not order a bezel to replace Pepsi with Coke. They only offered to send it to RSC and there was still no guarantee they would do it short of requiring a full service. Tried 3 ADs and onw boutique

I don't think (most) US ADs will sell you parts in this manner.

strafer_kid · 22 May 2017, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by 116500LN

Old information. Rolex has become obnoxious with parts flow as of late. Could not order a bezel to replace Pepsi with Coke. They only offered to send it to RSC and there was still no guarantee they would do it short of requiring a full service. Tried 3 ADs and onw boutique

Would not surprise me in the least - if there is a way of making things more difficult they will do so. I have heard some people speculate in the past that it's as if Rolex still own your watch.....makes you wonder sometimes?

dr35mm · 21 May 2017, 02:48 AM

Go to an AD or RSC and you'll be fine

Basque1 · 21 May 2017, 02:53 AM

How do you change the insert? Can it be a DYI thing?

Speed · 21 May 2017, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Basque1

How do you change the insert? Can it be a DYI thing?

Lots of tutorials here and on youtube.

Warning. Changing inserts is not like changing underwear. Your watch was not meant to have the bezel popped on / off repeatedly. Eventually metal on the case will wear and your bezel won't fit as snugly as it should.

YMMV

Just saying...

Halothane · 21 May 2017, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Basque1

How do you change the insert? Can it be a DYI thing?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsh5Wf8wU4s

ikorman · 21 May 2017, 04:39 AM

I could have just painted it blue for you using a crayon :)

THC · 21 May 2017, 05:13 AM

I tried 4 AD's in the New Orleans area and not one would order an insert for me, when I had mine. Was very frustrating.

Basque1 · 21 May 2017, 07:21 AM

It is a matter of $$$$$$$$$$ period. I called RSC the other day to price out a rotating bezel for my GMT 18K which I feel it is worn out at the knurlings, they promised that they will call me back with price in 30 min. I am still waiting... grrr

Boaters · 21 May 2017, 07:34 AM

This is what you need to do is source all the inserts and have three watches in one

Pool057 · 22 May 2017, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Boaters

This is what you need to do is source all the inserts and have three watches in one

Perfect plan! I see black ones everywhere, it's the Pepsi that seem so hard to find

henrylee · 21 May 2017, 07:49 AM

The RSC will not sell you just a insert anymore. They will want to replace your current one for a new one. Also, more recently if you say your insert fell out or got lost, now they want to service your watch and figure out why it did. I guess too many people tried the "I don't know how I lost my insert?" line. I recently acquired all three bezels for my 16710 and had to pay premiums on all the inserts. If you don't mind take your watch to the AD and have it replaced.

mtgjr · 21 May 2017, 08:19 AM

There is yet another option. Find an independent watchmaker with a Rolex parts account. Shouldn't cost more than $120 or so. They will be far more accommodating than most ADs or an RSC. For instance, you won't have any problem being able to retain your original insert in addition to the new one. Experiences with RSC are mixed on that score.

Pool057 · 22 May 2017, 04:24 AM

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Originally Posted by mtgjr

There is yet another option. Find an independent watchmaker with a Rolex parts account. Shouldn't cost more than $120 or so. They will be far more accommodating than most ADs or an RSC. For instance, you won't have any problem being able to retain your original insert in addition to the new one. Experiences with RSC are mixed on that score.

I found one here in Atlanta. Headed there Monday.

Sky21 · 22 May 2017, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Pool057

I found one here in Atlanta. Headed there Monday.

Good luck, let us know how it goes.

mtgjr · 22 May 2017, 05:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Pool057

I found one here in Atlanta. Headed there Monday.

Great. Please share your experience afterward. I'm sure there are several members from the Atlanta area who would like to hear it.

cjohns · 21 May 2017, 08:51 AM

My AD installed my black insert replacing my faded Pepsi for $90. I was thinking we have a Coke and a Pepsi and a black ,,,, how about calling the black a JD (Jack Daniels) ? Yes,No,, just saying.

toucan · 21 May 2017, 11:39 AM

I went to RSC in NYC about 3 months ago. Like $78 with tax and I got to keep my original.

jcd · 25 May 2017, 04:14 AM

My AD here in Madison, WI claimed that they would have to send Rolex my serial number and Rolex would then send them the insert that came with the watch. I tried to get a pepsi insert from them 2 years ago when I bought my 16710. Mine came from Rolex with a black insert, I ended up buying both coke and pepsi at a premium via sellers here. I really enjoy having all three and always recommend that to other GMT folks.

Speed · 25 May 2017, 09:36 AM

So the answer to getting an insert is...try your luck at a local AD, indie watchmaker with a parts account and pay a (relatively) nominal fee.

If the foregoing fails, buy an insert off a forum or other unofficial channel - but you'll have to pay more.

21 May 2017, 01:29 AM	#1
Pool057 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 9	16710 Coke Just bought a 16710, coke insert, dates to 1989. New to these, so thought I'd better ask first..... want to change the insert to a Pepsi. Having a hard time finding Pepsi inserts that reference 16710. Would other reference numbers fit?

21 May 2017, 01:37 AM	#2
lee fowler 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,559	I believe that the 16700, 16710 and 16760 inserts are all the same size. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

21 May 2017, 02:48 AM	#9
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	Go to an AD or RSC and you'll be fine __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

21 May 2017, 07:49 AM	#18
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	The RSC will not sell you just a insert anymore. They will want to replace your current one for a new one. Also, more recently if you say your insert fell out or got lost, now they want to service your watch and figure out why it did. I guess too many people tried the "I don't know how I lost my insert?" line. I recently acquired all three bezels for my 16710 and had to pay premiums on all the inserts. If you don't mind take your watch to the AD and have it replaced. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

21 May 2017, 08:51 AM	#23
cjohns "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Clark Location: Ramsey Minnesota Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 954	My AD installed my black insert replacing my faded Pepsi for $90. I was thinking we have a Coke and a Pepsi and a black ,,,, how about calling the black a JD (Jack Daniels) ? Yes,No,, just saying. __________________ GMT Master II 126300 41 White stick smooth Explorer 39mm SOLD ,, 114060 SOLD NIB Sub ND SOLD,,Shouldn't have!!!Crap!

21 May 2017, 02:53 AM	#10
Basque1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Rockland Co. NY Watch: GMT Master 1973ca Posts: 231	How do you change the insert? Can it be a DYI thing?

21 May 2017, 04:39 AM	#13
ikorman "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Milford, CT, USA Posts: 3	I could have just painted it blue for you using a crayon :)

21 May 2017, 05:13 AM	#14
THC 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 126333 Posts: 10,660	I tried 4 AD's in the New Orleans area and not one would order an insert for me, when I had mine. Was very frustrating.

21 May 2017, 07:21 AM	#15
Basque1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Rockland Co. NY Watch: GMT Master 1973ca Posts: 231	It is a matter of $$$$$$$$$$ period. I called RSC the other day to price out a rotating bezel for my GMT 18K which I feel it is worn out at the knurlings, they promised that they will call me back with price in 30 min. I am still waiting... grrr

21 May 2017, 07:34 AM	#16
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	This is what you need to do is source all the inserts and have three watches in one

21 May 2017, 08:19 AM	#19
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	There is yet another option. Find an independent watchmaker with a Rolex parts account. Shouldn't cost more than $120 or so. They will be far more accommodating than most ADs or an RSC. For instance, you won't have any problem being able to retain your original insert in addition to the new one. Experiences with RSC are mixed on that score.

21 May 2017, 11:39 AM	#24
toucan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: NYC Watch: 5970 Posts: 1,980	I went to RSC in NYC about 3 months ago. Like $78 with tax and I got to keep my original.

25 May 2017, 04:14 AM	#25
jcd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Jack Location: Wisconsin Watch: me vector Posts: 1,152	My AD here in Madison, WI claimed that they would have to send Rolex my serial number and Rolex would then send them the insert that came with the watch. I tried to get a pepsi insert from them 2 years ago when I bought my 16710. Mine came from Rolex with a black insert, I ended up buying both coke and pepsi at a premium via sellers here. I really enjoy having all three and always recommend that to other GMT folks.

25 May 2017, 09:36 AM	#26
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	16710 Coke So the answer to getting an insert is...try your luck at a local AD, indie watchmaker with a parts account and pay a (relatively) nominal fee. If the foregoing fails, buy an insert off a forum or other unofficial channel - but you'll have to pay more.

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