Need education on GMT Master history.

[mountainjogger]

When I traded my explorer for a 5513, I got a lot of info from this forum. It was really helpful.

I really like the feel of the 5513 and am thinking about trading my remaining non vintage watch for a 1675. As per my modus operandi, I will take me a long time to get educated first. And I will no doubt post later questions later, but for now I have three questions.

1.GMTmasterhistory.com seems like a good starting point. And I have The Best of Time and The Rolex Report. What are some other resources I should look at?

2. I think I would like the thicker case and a hacking movement. GMTmaster.com says that the thicker case was introduced in 1965 and that hacking added to the 1575 in 1971. Is this correct?

3. I also like the rivet braclet. What resource will tell me when this was discontinued?

Any information is appreciated.

[ayres]

as far as i know, gmtmasterhistory is a solid site for info...

no idea about the bracelet though.

[mountainjogger]

Thanks.

[Nicko]

No idea about the GMT, but you might want to try the rivet bracelet before you buy one if that's possible for you. I bought a folded link bracelet and hated the way it felt, it was just too cheap feeling for me. If you want to keep the watch in 100% vintage condition then this is the way to go, but if you are looking for a daily wearer you may want to consider putting on a modern bracelet. Just my opinion as everyone is different. Good luck!

[springer]

The rivet bracelet ended with the model 1675, around the latter part of the 1970's. A few might have slipped thru later, but solid links were being used by then. Some solid link bands were used on some Rolex models during the late 1970's.

I love the old rivet bands - I put one on my 1982 GMT, which I wear daily.

[sakuraba]

The best GMT reference would be Mike.

Closely followed by the poster before me.

Reading their threads beats any book IMHO.

[bagel]

Apart from the gmtmasterhistory.com, you may also try the following sites as well :

http://www.vetroplastica.it/Rolex-re...a-1675-22.html

http://www.rolexephemera.com/gmt-master.htm

[mountainjogger]

Good point. I will do so.

[mountainjogger]

Thanks for the info. Appreciate it.

[mountainjogger]

Thanks. Agreed. A knowledgeable person you trust is always better than a book.

[mountainjogger]

Great sites!!! Thanks!!!

[mike]

Here's a good place to start from one of the "Masters".

http://stefanomazzariol.blogspot.com...%20ref.%206542

[mailman]

One thing I will add is this; when you find one you like and consider buying ask the seller for as many pictures as possible.

Then post them here so the experts can tell you what's good and bad about. They'll also tell you if it's priced accordingly

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by mailman

One thing I will add is this; when you find one you like and consider buying ask the seller for as many pictures as possible.

Then post them here so the experts can tell you what's good and bad about. They'll also tell you if it's priced accordingly

Yes. Will certainly do so. Did that with my 5513 purchase and it worked great.

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by mike

Here's a good place to start from one of the "Masters".

http://stefanomazzariol.blogspot.com...%20ref.%206542

Nice web site. Thanks.

[kyle L]

Originally Posted by mailman

One thing I will add is this; when you find one you like and consider buying ask the seller for as many pictures as possible.

Then post them here so the experts can tell you what's good and bad about. They'll also tell you if it's priced accordingly

Good advice Paul. Also you can look at the book Vintage Rolex Sport Models.