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andrewls24 · 3 February 2008, 06:48 AM

Obviously Im new to the world of Rolex, but I was wondering if there is an easy way to differentiate the Rolex models. I just bought a SS Daytona, so I can obviously recognize that model. I can tell the Miguass is different, but i get stuck figuring out, yaughtmaster, GMT, etc. Are there any links anyone knows of or threads they can point out. I think the bug has bit me bad. I thought this would be the last watch I ever bought and after 5 days I want another one.... :)

cody10911 · 3 February 2008, 08:25 AM

you can tell the models apart just from the looks. the gmt has an extra hand for tracking time zones, and a rotatable bezel. the explorer is the same as gmt without the rotatable bezel. sub has large crown and black bezel, yachtmaster is a blinged out sub. datejust has smaller case size and looks dressy. you can see all the models on rolex.com

tandrup · 3 February 2008, 09:56 AM

Welcome to TRF. Sounds like the bug bit you like the rest of us. I am recently new to the world of rolex a lot and you'll "pick up" the looks of the different models really quickly. A good idea is to visit the www.rolex.com website or some of the on line grey market sellers www.alanfurman.com or www.swissluxury.com. Enjoy your stay here. You will learn a lot - and it'll be expensive... :-)

Tools · 3 February 2008, 10:24 AM

Spend some time here Andrew..

You'll be telling them apart in no time..

andrewls24 · 3 February 2008, 01:58 PM

So I've spent the better part of my day today reading and looking at pictures...I think Im getting the hang of it. A believe a Pepsi GMT II is calling my name...

SPACE-DWELLER · 3 February 2008, 05:49 PM

Welcome to TRF, Andrew!

Have a nice stay here!

frostie · 3 February 2008, 09:59 PM

Welcome to TRF have a nice stay here and a great time

vh_bu98 · 4 February 2008, 01:05 AM

I would say read the name on the dial.

Seriously, visit Rolex's web site and just look at the photos of each model and you'll pick it up soon enough.

tandrup · 4 February 2008, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by andrewls24

So I've spent the better part of my day today reading and looking at pictures...I think Im getting the hang of it. A believe a Pepsi GMT II is calling my name...

Can't blame you for looking at the Pepsi. Before you go ahead and buy though - it might be a good idea to visit your local AD and try on a lot of different models. A lot of members can tell you about their first purchase (including myself) where you walk into the AD thinking you are going to buy x or y - and then you try them on and another model is the one that "smiles at you". Spend time - look at different models - try them on, and then buy the one that you think is the right one for you.

bgriz · 4 February 2008, 06:07 AM

Welcome...this place is addicting!

Scooby · 6 February 2008, 07:40 AM

Howdy Andrew from across the river in the Old Dominion.

Can't go wrong with a nice shiny Pepsi GMT.

It's a classic.

Welcome to TRF. Keep hold of your wallet or it'll be alot lighter after spending some time here.

Dan Pierce · 6 February 2008, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andrewls24

So I've spent the better part of my day today reading and looking at pictures...I think Im getting the hang of it. A believe a Pepsi GMT II is calling my name...

Andrew,
That's happened to lots of us here at TRF.

Good luck,
dP

mailman · 6 February 2008, 09:26 AM

Welcome to TRF Andrew

Now you need to buy the Milgauss and the Pepsi

Dan, you're killing me with your pics of the Pepsi. Especially on the jubilee

Dan Pierce · 6 February 2008, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Welcome to TRF Andrew

Now you need to buy the Milgauss and the Pepsi

Dan, you're killing me with your pics of the Pepsi. Especially on the jubilee

Alrighty then..............................one moe fo' ya', Paulie.

dP

mailman · 6 February 2008, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Alrighty then..............................one moe fo' ya', Paulie.

dP

DOH

I love that look

Terry Newton · 6 February 2008, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by tandrup

Can't blame you for looking at the Pepsi. Before you go ahead and buy though - it might be a good idea to visit your local AD and try on a lot of different models. A lot of members can tell you about their first purchase (including myself) where you walk into the AD thinking you are going to buy x or y - and then you try them on and another model is the one that "smiles at you". Spend time - look at different models - try them on, and then buy the one that you think is the right one for you.

Lars hit the nail on the head. I had in my mind exactly what I wanted and went to several different AD's. The watch that I finally got hit me right between the eyes and was totally different than one I had wanted for years. I wanted a Submariner and bought a two tone GMT-Master II with the new ceramic bezel. It looked classy as all hell and matched my wedding ring. Couldn't go wrong there.

Good luck with what ever you decide and welcome to the forum. A great bunch of Rolex/Watch fans here.

Terry Newton

3 February 2008, 06:48 AM	#1
andrewls24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andrew Location: Bethesda, MD Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 79	How to tell models apart. Obviously Im new to the world of Rolex, but I was wondering if there is an easy way to differentiate the Rolex models. I just bought a SS Daytona, so I can obviously recognize that model. I can tell the Miguass is different, but i get stuck figuring out, yaughtmaster, GMT, etc. Are there any links anyone knows of or threads they can point out. I think the bug has bit me bad. I thought this would be the last watch I ever bought and after 5 days I want another one.... :)

3 February 2008, 09:56 AM	#3
tandrup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Watch: 14060M Posts: 921	Welcome to TRF. Sounds like the bug bit you like the rest of us. I am recently new to the world of rolex a lot and you'll "pick up" the looks of the different models really quickly. A good idea is to visit the www.rolex.com website or some of the on line grey market sellers www.alanfurman.com or www.swissluxury.com. Enjoy your stay here. You will learn a lot - and it'll be expensive... :-) __________________ Regards, Lars 14060M, 16570 White, 116200 Tuxedo Dial Georg Jensen 2347

3 February 2008, 10:24 AM	#4
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,495	Spend some time here Andrew.. You'll be telling them apart in no time.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

3 February 2008, 01:58 PM	#5
andrewls24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Andrew Location: Bethesda, MD Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 79	So I've spent the better part of my day today reading and looking at pictures...I think Im getting the hang of it. A believe a Pepsi GMT II is calling my name... __________________ ------------------ SS Daytona - Black, SS Ceramic Daytona - White SS GMT IIc, Panerai - PAM 90, Ceramic Bluesy, SS Subc

3 February 2008, 05:49 PM	#6
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3 February 2008, 08:25 AM	#2
cody10911 Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: ardmore Posts: 74	you can tell the models apart just from the looks. the gmt has an extra hand for tracking time zones, and a rotatable bezel. the explorer is the same as gmt without the rotatable bezel. sub has large crown and black bezel, yachtmaster is a blinged out sub. datejust has smaller case size and looks dressy. you can see all the models on rolex.com

3 February 2008, 09:59 PM	#7
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4 February 2008, 01:05 AM	#8
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I would say read the name on the dial. Seriously, visit Rolex's web site and just look at the photos of each model and you'll pick it up soon enough.

4 February 2008, 06:07 AM	#10
bgriz 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Brian Location: Chicagoland Watch: ing the markets Posts: 2,194	Welcome...this place is addicting! __________________ 126600 SD43 Red 126710BLRO GMT II PEPSI 178274 Midsize DJ Rhodium/Roman- Hers 126334 DJ41 in blue, fluted, on jubilee 116509 Daytona WG Panda 114060 Sub no date 126621 YM Chocolate dial Root Beer 126710BLNR Batman 126613LB Bluesy 126711CHNR GMT II Root Beer

6 February 2008, 07:40 AM	#11
Scooby Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: Darren Location: Virginia, USA Watch: GMT Posts: 923	Howdy Andrew from across the river in the Old Dominion. Can't go wrong with a nice shiny Pepsi GMT. It's a classic. Welcome to TRF. Keep hold of your wallet or it'll be alot lighter after spending some time here.

6 February 2008, 09:26 AM	#13
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,504	Welcome to TRF Andrew Now you need to buy the Milgauss and the Pepsi Dan, you're killing me with your pics of the Pepsi. Especially on the jubilee __________________ JJ

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