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mic6 · 7 September 2007, 08:27 PM

So, If you were going to live with just one of the above watches which one would you choose? Imagine that they both cost the same.

SPACE-DWELLER · 7 September 2007, 08:31 PM

I for my part would take the SS GMT II for the following reasons:

1) Being an SS, it is less proned to getting scratched up by daily wear simply because SS is harder than gold. Also, the ceramic bezel is virtually scratchproof.

2) The GMT II would go with EVERY clothes, yet the TT Blue Sub would not.

3) Having SOLID centre links and the new clasp with the hidden "Easy Extension" link, the bracelet of the new GMT II is much better made than that of the TT Blue Sub.

EvEr34 · 7 September 2007, 08:34 PM

hmmmmm....I would have to say tt sub. Of my watches it sees the most wrist time.

leopardprey · 7 September 2007, 11:37 PM

SS GMT II.

Additional dual time function.

Better lum for night/low visibility viewing of time.

Rockrolex · 7 September 2007, 11:42 PM

GMT without question. The Blue is too bling for me. The GMT is infinitely more useful.

kungpow · 7 September 2007, 11:55 PM

Tough choice but I voted for the GMT - new case, bracelet/clasp, maxi dial. The TT is great, but just a bit too bling with the gold

Blown Wide Open · 8 September 2007, 12:11 AM

TT Sub, a bit more classic and covers all boundries and tastes.

PAtrick

nko51 · 8 September 2007, 12:39 AM

TT blue sub! first then what ever happens to strike my fancy.

Green Arrow · 8 September 2007, 01:35 AM

I owned a 2004 TT Blue faced Submariner, then a 2006 TT Yachtmaster, and now the 2007 TT GMT II C.

I dumped the submariner because the lume was too weak, and I check my watch in the dark several times a night. Here's my take:

Some major differences in my mind that make the GMT II C a better watch unless you are actually going to use it as a dive watch below 100 metres:

LUME - best lume on any Rolex I've owned, including oddly my former Yachtmaster which also had the Maxi-Dial. Rolex has changed something here because the charged watch remains visible all night, including the second hand.

BRACELET - much heavier clasp, better designed, with mini-extension (not enough for a wet suit-but enough to have a salty margarita on a summer's day.

BEZEL - ceramic bezel is allegedly scratch proof. Some dummy on the plane yesterday banged the metal foot of his computer bag against the bezel, and whether it's luck or the ceramic, there is no mark anywhere.

LATEST AND GREATEST - I don't know whether the 3186 movement with the Parachrome Bleu hairspring means anything or not, but Rolex seems to think the watch will be even more anti-magnetic, and impervious to changes in temperature. Who knows?

PRESENCE - tie. Both wear with great presence on the wrist, and if you like the blue it is beautiful. The black is more classic and usable all of the time.

greenfan · 8 September 2007, 02:30 AM

No doubt for me, SS GMT II ceramic is my choice ! I don't like that blue TT.... (sorry JJ

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alglez · 8 September 2007, 02:31 AM

Blue Sub

leopardprey · 8 September 2007, 02:40 AM

How about a SS GMT II with a aftermarket Blue Dial?

LOL LOL LOL

Wolfgang427 · 8 September 2007, 02:40 AM

Blue Sub for sure, though if you want the new improvements(bigger case, ceremic bezel) wait till next year after Basel.

Blue Bull · 8 September 2007, 02:41 AM

The King is Blue

roadcarver · 8 September 2007, 02:45 AM

SS GMT II was my vote!

Welshwatchman · 8 September 2007, 02:51 AM

I've owned and flipped both of them but would choose the SS ceramic.

JJ Irani · 8 September 2007, 03:36 AM

I'm a man of few words....so I think I'll paint a picture for this one!!

rolex5 · 8 September 2007, 04:10 AM

I vote for the GMT but w/ WG jubilee instead of SS.

However, it's an unfair match up, TT vs SS.

vdave · 8 September 2007, 04:44 AM

SS Ceramic GMT.
New features, more useful....besides its newest sexy watch to have.

mike · 8 September 2007, 08:03 AM

Ronnie Rolex · 8 September 2007, 08:54 AM

Mike,

You're a man of few words!

SSD · 8 September 2007, 09:39 AM

Oh, man. Can't decide. Love them both! My SS Sub fulfills the steel/black color requirement very well, but the GMT II is radically cool. The bezel does it, JMHO. On the other hand, the gold of the Sub sets that blue off so well, especially in the sunlight. Wow.

P.S.-
Those excellent photos really capture the essence of each, well done!

Andad · 8 September 2007, 02:43 PM

I live with both.

frostie · 8 September 2007, 07:49 PM

SS gmt is dominant

View Poll Results: TT blue sub or SS GMT-c
TT blue sub	23	37.10%
SS Gmt Ceramic	39	62.90%
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7 September 2007, 08:27 PM	#1
mic6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Europe Watch: 116718 green Posts: 1,944	TT blue sub vs SS GMT II Ceramic So, If you were going to live with just one of the above watches which one would you choose? Imagine that they both cost the same.

7 September 2007, 08:31 PM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	I for my part would take the SS GMT II for the following reasons: 1) Being an SS, it is less proned to getting scratched up by daily wear simply because SS is harder than gold. Also, the ceramic bezel is virtually scratchproof. 2) The GMT II would go with EVERY clothes, yet the TT Blue Sub would not. 3) Having SOLID centre links and the new clasp with the hidden "Easy Extension" link, the bracelet of the new GMT II is much better made than that of the TT Blue Sub. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

7 September 2007, 11:42 PM	#5
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,944	GMT without question. The Blue is too bling for me. The GMT is infinitely more useful. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

8 September 2007, 12:11 AM	#7
Blown Wide Open "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Patrick Location: Pennsylvania Watch: All with a crown. Posts: 504	TT Sub, a bit more classic and covers all boundries and tastes. PAtrick __________________ "I wouldn't be part of any club that would have me as a member." Instagram: El_Diablo_Rosso

7 September 2007, 08:34 PM	#3
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	hmmmmm....I would have to say tt sub. Of my watches it sees the most wrist time.

7 September 2007, 11:37 PM	#4
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	SS GMT II. Additional dual time function. Better lum for night/low visibility viewing of time.

7 September 2007, 11:55 PM	#6
kungpow 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: LA Posts: 393	Tough choice but I voted for the GMT - new case, bracelet/clasp, maxi dial. The TT is great, but just a bit too bling with the gold

8 September 2007, 12:39 AM	#8
nko51 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Alex Location: USA Watch: TT Blue Sub Posts: 2,542	TT blue sub! first then what ever happens to strike my fancy. __________________

8 September 2007, 01:35 AM	#9
Green Arrow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,060	I ended up going with the GMT II C TT I owned a 2004 TT Blue faced Submariner, then a 2006 TT Yachtmaster, and now the 2007 TT GMT II C. I dumped the submariner because the lume was too weak, and I check my watch in the dark several times a night. Here's my take: Some major differences in my mind that make the GMT II C a better watch unless you are actually going to use it as a dive watch below 100 metres: LUME - best lume on any Rolex I've owned, including oddly my former Yachtmaster which also had the Maxi-Dial. Rolex has changed something here because the charged watch remains visible all night, including the second hand. BRACELET - much heavier clasp, better designed, with mini-extension (not enough for a wet suit-but enough to have a salty margarita on a summer's day. BEZEL - ceramic bezel is allegedly scratch proof. Some dummy on the plane yesterday banged the metal foot of his computer bag against the bezel, and whether it's luck or the ceramic, there is no mark anywhere. LATEST AND GREATEST - I don't know whether the 3186 movement with the Parachrome Bleu hairspring means anything or not, but Rolex seems to think the watch will be even more anti-magnetic, and impervious to changes in temperature. Who knows? PRESENCE - tie. Both wear with great presence on the wrist, and if you like the blue it is beautiful. The black is more classic and usable all of the time.

8 September 2007, 02:30 AM	#10
greenfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: George Location: Athens Greece Watch: GMT II 16710 Coke Posts: 1,046	No doubt for me, SS GMT II ceramic is my choice ! I don't like that blue TT.... (sorry JJ ) __________________ $C:\Documents and Settings\George.HOME\My Documents\My Pictures\Rolex$

8 September 2007, 02:31 AM	#11
alglez "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: houston Watch: TT blue sub Posts: 252	Blue Sub

8 September 2007, 02:40 AM	#12
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	How about a SS GMT II with a aftermarket Blue Dial? LOL LOL LOL

8 September 2007, 02:40 AM	#13
Wolfgang427 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Wolfgang Location: New Jersey. Watch: Rolex Tudor Omega Posts: 5,592	Blue Sub for sure, though if you want the new improvements(bigger case, ceremic bezel) wait till next year after Basel.

8 September 2007, 02:41 AM	#14
Blue Bull Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 2,887	The King is Blue

8 September 2007, 02:45 AM	#15
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	SS GMT II was my vote! __________________ I'm just a cook...

8 September 2007, 02:51 AM	#16
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	I've owned and flipped both of them but would choose the SS ceramic. __________________ ..33

8 September 2007, 03:36 AM	#17
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	I'm a man of few words....so I think I'll paint a picture for this one!! __________________ 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!!

8 September 2007, 04:10 AM	#18
rolex5 Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Watch: TT RG Jubi TOG Posts: 163	I vote for the GMT but w/ WG jubilee instead of SS. However, it's an unfair match up, TT vs SS.

8 September 2007, 04:44 AM	#19
vdave Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: Texas Watch: Oyster DT & GMT II Posts: 75	SS Ceramic GMT. New features, more useful....besides its newest sexy watch to have.

8 September 2007, 08:03 AM	#20
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683

8 September 2007, 08:54 AM	#21
Ronnie Rolex Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Ronnie Location: Man. Bch., CA USA Watch: SS-P YM Posts: 679	Mike, You're a man of few words!

8 September 2007, 09:39 AM	#22
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	Oh, man. Can't decide. Love them both! My SS Sub fulfills the steel/black color requirement very well, but the GMT II is radically cool. The bezel does it, JMHO. On the other hand, the gold of the Sub sets that blue off so well, especially in the sunlight. Wow. P.S.- Those excellent photos really capture the essence of each, well done! __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

8 September 2007, 02:43 PM	#23
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,488	I live with both. __________________ E

8 September 2007, 07:49 PM	#24
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	SS gmt is dominant

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