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Fiery · 17 February 2010, 09:11 AM

... but I still keep thinking about getting a TT GMT IIC, and putting a SS bracelet on it to tone it down a bit. And also to save myself from the annoying scratches due to the soft metal (YG) PCL.

I came up with a quick & dirty Photoshop job to demonstrate my theory. I'm not good in PS, so please forgive the quality issues and the weird details on the PCL. If anyone can come up with a better quality PS job, please post here, I'd really appreciate it.

Also, post here your thoughts about this combo. I know it won't get many fans, but I thought if it's not inappropriate to put a Jubilee bracelet on a GMT IIC, then this one should also survive a ban

BTW, how much is a factory SS GMT IIC bracelet incl. the clasp? I'd put it in the ballpark of USD 1500-2000.

CPTL · 17 February 2010, 09:16 AM

It doesn't look as bad as I would have thought.

DeVille · 17 February 2010, 09:23 AM

I see where you're going... but you might as well just get a SS

presario · 17 February 2010, 09:32 AM

I don't know if I like it. The balance between SS and gold is off. SS is overpowering the gold. I say save your money and keep the TT bracelet on there.

theken · 17 February 2010, 09:35 AM

Why not...if you like it...just do it!!!!!
Changing back to the original bracelet takes all of 2 minutes.

DRAWTOOL · 17 February 2010, 09:49 AM

I think it looks swell!

I really do!

kyle L · 17 February 2010, 09:51 AM

You're better off buying a SS GMT and getting a TT bezel.

2005rivers · 17 February 2010, 10:05 AM

It doesn't look bad, and it is surely differant, But it seems like a lot of effort, Good luck with it, show us some pics if you go through with it

CPTL · 17 February 2010, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyle L

You're better off buying a SS GMT and getting a TT bezel.

I thought about that as well, but the YG hands and surrounds are an interesting subtlety.

smallcandle · 17 February 2010, 10:24 AM

It doesn't look bad, but it also doesn't look right...

esm · 17 February 2010, 10:32 AM

IMO a TT GMTIIC on leather strap would probably look classier....

nc42acc · 17 February 2010, 10:34 AM

I like it.....Photoshop the GMT hand and the GMT Master lettering red and then you would have something.

CPTL · 17 February 2010, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

IMO a TT GMTIIC on leather strap would probably look classier....

Let me second that, if you're looking to change up the TT bracelet.

jdrolltide3838 · 17 February 2010, 10:44 AM

Wouldnt it make more sense to buy a SS GMT-IIc and then the replacement bezel? With the costs of the watches differing greatly, is seems as that would be the logical way to proceed.

NavalFlight · 17 February 2010, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kyle L

You're better off buying a SS GMT and getting a TT bezel.

I actually think your mock up looks pretty damned good! I like the subtle look of the gold on top of the SS bracelet. And of course, this is YOUR watch... the only persons opinion who matters is yours!

That being said... I def vote for getting the SS model and purchase the gold bezel separately!

Atomant · 17 February 2010, 11:47 AM

Yeah it doesn't look as bad but the balance of the gold bezel and SS PCL seems abit off.

bkandj2000 · 17 February 2010, 12:34 PM

The brushed rehaut area of the watch head and brushed area of the bracelet tie the whole watch together nicely in your PS pic. Two-tone doesn't look right on me, so this would be a great alternative for me as well if I were looking at the TT GMTIIc.

Go for it!

Blaine

tkc324 · 17 February 2010, 12:35 PM

Not bad

HL65 · 17 February 2010, 12:35 PM

Not for me--again though I am a stock kind of guy--original for my taste--But not my watch so if it works for you so be it-go for it.

openwheelracing · 17 February 2010, 01:01 PM

don't do it, just my 0.02.

Gaijin · 17 February 2010, 03:03 PM

What's the point? Just get a SS and save yourself a bunch of money.

layne · 17 February 2010, 03:58 PM

It looks ok but the PCL's on the SS will scratch easially enough also - if u're that concerned about it better to get the SS and get the PCLs brushed... or wear it on a NATO

Watchdog · 17 February 2010, 04:04 PM

I like it.

Z-Sub · 17 February 2010, 04:05 PM

SS PCL's will scratch just as easy as the 18K YG. You're not going to notice any less scratches.

Desperado · 17 February 2010, 04:06 PM

Why dont you just get the SS ?

Deyn Man · 17 February 2010, 08:27 PM

not for me...

i'd think it'd be cheaper if:
- get a SS GMTIIC
- ceramic bezel of the TT GMTIIC
- hands and dial of the TT GMTIIC

instead of getting a TT GMTIIC and an SS Oyster bracelet with PCLs...

mikefrmnj · 17 February 2010, 08:47 PM

Not bad but why tone it down. It's a rolex. They aren't really low key to begin with. I have a tt bluesy ant the gold polishes up quickly. Go for the gold.

17 February 2010, 09:11 AM	#1
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	This one may not get any support from you guys... ... but I still keep thinking about getting a TT GMT IIC, and putting a SS bracelet on it to tone it down a bit. And also to save myself from the annoying scratches due to the soft metal (YG) PCL. I came up with a quick & dirty Photoshop job to demonstrate my theory. I'm not good in PS, so please forgive the quality issues and the weird details on the PCL. If anyone can come up with a better quality PS job, please post here, I'd really appreciate it. Also, post here your thoughts about this combo. I know it won't get many fans, but I thought if it's not inappropriate to put a Jubilee bracelet on a GMT IIC, then this one should also survive a ban BTW, how much is a factory SS GMT IIC bracelet incl. the clasp? I'd put it in the ballpark of USD 1500-2000.

17 February 2010, 09:16 AM	#2
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	It doesn't look as bad as I would have thought. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

17 February 2010, 09:32 AM	#4
presario "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Andrew Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,428	I don't know if I like it. The balance between SS and gold is off. SS is overpowering the gold. I say save your money and keep the TT bracelet on there. __________________

17 February 2010, 11:47 AM	#16
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Yeah it doesn't look as bad but the balance of the gold bezel and SS PCL seems abit off. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

17 February 2010, 12:35 PM	#19
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,989	Not for me--again though I am a stock kind of guy--original for my taste--But not my watch so if it works for you so be it-go for it. __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

17 February 2010, 09:23 AM	#3
DeVille "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Jesse Location: London/Miami Watch: SD4K 4 LIFE Posts: 145	I see where you're going... but you might as well just get a SS

17 February 2010, 09:35 AM	#5
theken "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 3,417	Why not...if you like it...just do it!!!!! Changing back to the original bracelet takes all of 2 minutes.

17 February 2010, 09:49 AM	#6
DRAWTOOL "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Mikey Uí Néill Location: Olden Texas Watch: 14060M & 16570 Posts: 1,941	I think it looks swell! I really do!

17 February 2010, 09:51 AM	#7
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	You're better off buying a SS GMT and getting a TT bezel.

17 February 2010, 10:05 AM	#8
2005rivers Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: texas Watch: GMT Master IIc Posts: 545	It doesn't look bad, and it is surely differant, But it seems like a lot of effort, Good luck with it, show us some pics if you go through with it

17 February 2010, 10:24 AM	#10
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	It doesn't look bad, but it also doesn't look right...

17 February 2010, 10:32 AM	#11
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	IMO a TT GMTIIC on leather strap would probably look classier....

17 February 2010, 10:34 AM	#12
nc42acc "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Marty Location: North Carolina Watch: out!!!!! Posts: 502	I like it.....Photoshop the GMT hand and the GMT Master lettering red and then you would have something.

17 February 2010, 10:44 AM	#14
jdrolltide3838 Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: J.D. Location: Roll Tide, AL Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 695	Wouldnt it make more sense to buy a SS GMT-IIc and then the replacement bezel? With the costs of the watches differing greatly, is seems as that would be the logical way to proceed.

17 February 2010, 12:34 PM	#17
bkandj2000 Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: B A Location: Oklahoma Watch: None specifically Posts: 651	The brushed rehaut area of the watch head and brushed area of the bracelet tie the whole watch together nicely in your PS pic. Two-tone doesn't look right on me, so this would be a great alternative for me as well if I were looking at the TT GMTIIc. Go for it! Blaine

17 February 2010, 12:35 PM	#18
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Not bad

17 February 2010, 01:01 PM	#20
openwheelracing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Glendora Posts: 215	don't do it, just my 0.02.

17 February 2010, 03:03 PM	#21
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	What's the point? Just get a SS and save yourself a bunch of money.

17 February 2010, 03:58 PM	#22
layne "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Rolex Posts: 253	It looks ok but the PCL's on the SS will scratch easially enough also - if u're that concerned about it better to get the SS and get the PCLs brushed... or wear it on a NATO

17 February 2010, 04:04 PM	#23
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,816	I like it.

17 February 2010, 04:05 PM	#24
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	SS PCL's will scratch just as easy as the 18K YG. You're not going to notice any less scratches. __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

17 February 2010, 04:06 PM	#25
Desperado "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Karim Location: Dubai Watch: YM Platinum Posts: 653	Why dont you just get the SS ?

17 February 2010, 08:27 PM	#26
Deyn Man "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Dean Location: Philippines Posts: 1,037	not for me... i'd think it'd be cheaper if: - get a SS GMTIIC - ceramic bezel of the TT GMTIIC - hands and dial of the TT GMTIIC instead of getting a TT GMTIIC and an SS Oyster bracelet with PCLs...

17 February 2010, 08:47 PM	#27
mikefrmnj Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: NJ USA Posts: 267	Not bad but why tone it down. It's a rolex. They aren't really low key to begin with. I have a tt bluesy ant the gold polishes up quickly. Go for the gold.

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