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WARVET · 27 July 2010, 11:52 AM

I am trying to decide whether To purchase a Pepsi GMTII or A GMTIIc. I only have one shot at this and want to get it right, Thanks for your help

Pep04 · 27 July 2010, 11:55 AM

No way. Every morning that I put it on, is like having put it on for the first time. I have not worn my Panerai since I bought it. And I honestly can't see me wearing the Panerai anytime soon.

Hope this helps.

nauticajoe · 27 July 2010, 11:55 AM

Here's a side-by-side.

Good Luck!

andrew79 · 27 July 2010, 11:55 AM

No...not me... i don't see why anyone would regret buying gmt iic ... it is a very nice rolex :)

dalip · 27 July 2010, 11:57 AM

Will this be your only rolex? If so I'd go 2c. If you have another current sports model I'd go pepsi.

C. Davidson · 27 July 2010, 12:00 PM

No regrets!

dgr8dude · 27 July 2010, 12:01 PM

X2

sleddog · 27 July 2010, 12:01 PM

Not in a million years!!!!! One of the best of my collection......

therolexguy · 27 July 2010, 12:03 PM

No regrets. It's awesome. Go for it!

Speed · 27 July 2010, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Here's a side-by-side.

Good Luck!

Nice Shot Joe!! I have been wanting to see a pic like that for some time. I have the right hand side of that photo!

Now I guess I need the left hand side! Darn you!!!

WARVET · 27 July 2010, 12:08 PM

Sounds good!, I was told when you buy something buy it ounce, Still I would really like to have both. Yes it will be my only rolex for some time

nauticajoe · 27 July 2010, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Nice Shot Joe!! I have been wanting to see a pic like that for some time. I have the right hand side of that photo!

Now I guess I need the left hand side! Darn you!!!

Thanks Bill.

Damage Inc. · 27 July 2010, 12:14 PM

No regrets here...I just put it on today after wearing my 1675 for the past week and I still absolutely love it (the IIc).
Here's a pic of my GMT brothers from a little while back.

Brad2000 · 27 July 2010, 12:19 PM

None! I'm a one-watch guy and this one's it for me.

therolexguy · 27 July 2010, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Damage Inc.

No regrets here...I just put it on today after wearing my 1675 for the past week and I still absolutely love it (the IIc).
Here's a pic of my GMT brothers from a little while back.

I like the twins.

scarlet knight · 27 July 2010, 12:22 PM

Day 3 for my GMTIIC. I am figuring out the GMT function and I think I have it, but the watch looks great! No regrets.

I think the black bezel is more flexible than the pepsi or coke for a suit or formal wear.

therolexguy · 27 July 2010, 12:25 PM

TSts · 27 July 2010, 12:32 PM

None at all, love it!

ETT · 27 July 2010, 12:34 PM

I just bought a Pepsi for sentimental reasons, my father had one and actually I just prefer the aesthetics. Otherwise, I would consider the IIC since it is more current. Although a 16710 Z or M series is as up to date. There is some debate over the 3185 vs. 3186 movement which you can only decide for yourself. Lots of info here in the reference section. In theory you would pay less for a Pepsi...Anyways those were some of the variables I considered. spend time with the reference threads. You will learn alot
Absolutely no regrets

Atomant · 27 July 2010, 12:39 PM

For overall dressability I'd pick the gmt ii c.

wholesaleneon · 27 July 2010, 12:59 PM

I like the gmt iic, HOWEVER, I must say non ceramic TT models look better in my opinion. I dont care for the yellowish numbers on the ceramic, nor the green 24h hand. The older models had gold colored numbers on the bezel, and the 24h is gold, and the writing on the dial is gold as well. To me it looks more complete.

So IMHO, if you are considering a tt, go with the 16713
if your only thinkin SS, then either one.

Zed Homme · 27 July 2010, 01:00 PM

I just got a 16710 pepsi and I love it. It is making me consider getting a iic. Can anyone explain how the new movement is different?

ETT · 27 July 2010, 01:06 PM

Hi Chris,
I don't have the thread saved but I remember the name. If you just search "3185 vs. 3186" in the reference forums it should pop up. Even a goggle search will turn up tons of info. Basically the spring is a newer material.

ETT · 27 July 2010, 01:11 PM

Found it. very readable and detailed explanation of the difference between the movements.
http://www.minus4plus6.com/116710.htm

sakuraba · 27 July 2010, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zed Homme

I just got a 16710 pepsi and I love it. It is making me consider getting a iic. Can anyone explain how the new movement is different?

Your W series is a 3185 while a II-c is a 3186.

Essentially the same movement, but the 3186's 4th hand doesn't wiggle when you adjust the hour hand. Another difference is that with the 3185, every complete turn of the crown jumps the hour hand 5 hours while the 3186 will jump it 8 hours for each full turn.

Hope this helps.

JUSTROLEXES · 27 July 2010, 01:20 PM

Not at all, in fact the GMT is a Better buy then the Sub...it does pretty much everything the sub does and has the GMT time as a bonus

oh and not to mention it less $$$
So not sure why to regret

2th Dr · 27 July 2010, 01:21 PM

No way! My favorite still, in my collection!

vince211 · 27 July 2010, 01:25 PM

Can't go wrong with the GMTIIc, its a beautiful watch.

dddrees · 27 July 2010, 01:27 PM

I don't regret it, in fact I think it was an oustanding choice. However it's your choice now, and you'll ultimately have to decide which one you like best.

Zed Homme · 27 July 2010, 01:32 PM

Ed, thank you for that incredibly informative link! And Jib thanks for your post as well. It's guys like you that make me happy to be a part of TRF! Thanks!!!

27 July 2010, 11:52 AM	#1
WARVET "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Vincent Location: Louisiana Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 448	Anyone regret buying a GMTIIc? I am trying to decide whether To purchase a Pepsi GMTII or A GMTIIc. I only have one shot at this and want to get it right, Thanks for your help

27 July 2010, 11:55 AM	#2
Pep04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Pep Location: Miami Watch: GMTIIc, Pam320 Posts: 2,773	No way. Every morning that I put it on, is like having put it on for the first time. I have not worn my Panerai since I bought it. And I honestly can't see me wearing the Panerai anytime soon. Hope this helps. __________________ "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin Prick #8

27 July 2010, 11:55 AM	#4
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	No...not me... i don't see why anyone would regret buying gmt iic ... it is a very nice rolex :) __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

27 July 2010, 12:00 PM	#6
C. Davidson "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: WXSW Watch: GMT (116710) Posts: 2,723	No regrets! __________________ -Cheers, Chris #15,634 "The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out."

27 July 2010, 12:01 PM	#8
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,930	Not in a million years!!!!! One of the best of my collection...... __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

27 July 2010, 11:57 AM	#5
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	Will this be your only rolex? If so I'd go 2c. If you have another current sports model I'd go pepsi.

27 July 2010, 12:01 PM	#7
dgr8dude "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Chad Location: Canada Posts: 279	X2

27 July 2010, 12:03 PM	#9
therolexguy 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Todd Location: US Posts: 3,528	No regrets. It's awesome. Go for it!

27 July 2010, 12:08 PM	#11
WARVET "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Vincent Location: Louisiana Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 448	Sounds good!, I was told when you buy something buy it ounce, Still I would really like to have both. Yes it will be my only rolex for some time

27 July 2010, 12:14 PM	#13
Damage Inc. "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Vic Location: Colorado, USA Watch: Mechanical!! Posts: 807	No regrets here...I just put it on today after wearing my 1675 for the past week and I still absolutely love it (the IIc). Here's a pic of my GMT brothers from a little while back. __________________ "Science tastes like vomit." Kari "Mythbusters hottie" Byron Z-serial GMT IIc 2.92M serial 1675 Pepsi V-serial 16610LV

27 July 2010, 12:19 PM	#14
Brad2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: California Posts: 12	None! I'm a one-watch guy and this one's it for me.

27 July 2010, 12:22 PM	#16
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,448	Day 3 for my GMTIIC. I am figuring out the GMT function and I think I have it, but the watch looks great! No regrets. I think the black bezel is more flexible than the pepsi or coke for a suit or formal wear.

27 July 2010, 12:32 PM	#18
TSts "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: So-Cal USA Posts: 1,067	None at all, love it! __________________ 116710LN 116300blro

27 July 2010, 12:34 PM	#19
ETT Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ed Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: GMTII 16710Z Pepsi Posts: 100	I just bought a Pepsi for sentimental reasons, my father had one and actually I just prefer the aesthetics. Otherwise, I would consider the IIC since it is more current. Although a 16710 Z or M series is as up to date. There is some debate over the 3185 vs. 3186 movement which you can only decide for yourself. Lots of info here in the reference section. In theory you would pay less for a Pepsi...Anyways those were some of the variables I considered. spend time with the reference threads. You will learn alot Absolutely no regrets

27 July 2010, 12:39 PM	#20
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	For overall dressability I'd pick the gmt ii c. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

27 July 2010, 12:59 PM	#21
wholesaleneon Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: slidell, la Watch: 16713....TT GMT II Posts: 190	I like the gmt iic, HOWEVER, I must say non ceramic TT models look better in my opinion. I dont care for the yellowish numbers on the ceramic, nor the green 24h hand. The older models had gold colored numbers on the bezel, and the 24h is gold, and the writing on the dial is gold as well. To me it looks more complete. So IMHO, if you are considering a tt, go with the 16713 if your only thinkin SS, then either one.

27 July 2010, 01:00 PM	#22
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	I just got a 16710 pepsi and I love it. It is making me consider getting a iic. Can anyone explain how the new movement is different?

27 July 2010, 01:06 PM	#23
ETT Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ed Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: GMTII 16710Z Pepsi Posts: 100	Hi Chris, I don't have the thread saved but I remember the name. If you just search "3185 vs. 3186" in the reference forums it should pop up. Even a goggle search will turn up tons of info. Basically the spring is a newer material.

27 July 2010, 01:11 PM	#24
ETT Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Ed Location: Vancouver, BC Watch: GMTII 16710Z Pepsi Posts: 100	Found it. very readable and detailed explanation of the difference between the movements. http://www.minus4plus6.com/116710.htm

27 July 2010, 01:20 PM	#26
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 50,969	Not at all, in fact the GMT is a Better buy then the Sub...it does pretty much everything the sub does and has the GMT time as a bonus oh and not to mention it less $$$ So not sure why to regret __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

27 July 2010, 01:21 PM	#27
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	No way! My favorite still, in my collection!

27 July 2010, 01:25 PM	#28
vince211 Banned Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Watch: Sub-c Posts: 190	Can't go wrong with the GMTIIc, its a beautiful watch.

27 July 2010, 01:27 PM	#29
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	I don't regret it, in fact I think it was an oustanding choice. However it's your choice now, and you'll ultimately have to decide which one you like best. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

27 July 2010, 01:32 PM	#30
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	Ed, thank you for that incredibly informative link! And Jib thanks for your post as well. It's guys like you that make me happy to be a part of TRF! Thanks!!!

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