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chillviper · 18 June 2011, 10:47 PM

I am thinking about flipping my GMT IIc, which I rarely wear, for a late model or NOS Blue 16613.

http://www.luxurytyme.com/articles/7.html

Really sings to me compared to my GMT IIc.

Thoughts?

cedargrove · 18 June 2011, 10:53 PM

Get what sings to you.

besview · 18 June 2011, 11:06 PM

That blue dial Rollie is really an eye catcher.People will be drawn towards it.Nice

Art 1 · 18 June 2011, 11:08 PM

I own a 16613 blue, go for it. Remember, there are lots of those for sale out there. The two second hand watch stores near me have eight between them. You should be able to get a good price.

karmatp · 18 June 2011, 11:12 PM

Your watch, do what you want.

chillviper · 18 June 2011, 11:52 PM

So general consensus is buy this preowned and get in for about 60% of what it cost in 2008?

thewatchguy93 · 18 June 2011, 11:57 PM

I saw a guy in town today with a TT sub on, I spotted it from a mile away! Real eye catcher.. I think you should do what ever sings to you most. Only thing is the GMTIIc is a newer watch, you may regret going "back a step" in the rolex line up?

Good luck.
Dino

dddrees · 19 June 2011, 01:42 AM

Only you can determine what works best for you. I say make sure thats what you really want and then go for the one you want the most.

skyedog · 19 June 2011, 02:11 AM

If it make you happy go for it!

Gerardus · 19 June 2011, 02:13 AM

Personally I would not do it.

Speed · 19 June 2011, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chillviper

So general consensus is buy this preowned and get in for about 60% of what it cost in 2008?

The general consensus is buy what you like

I personally find that model...how shall I say...a bit loud. Not a fan. However, there are Rolexes for every taste.

vukotab · 19 June 2011, 03:24 AM

The idea is to go for watch that YOU like, not the one that is most popular, or most sought after...
If Bluesy smiles on you - go for it!
If I were you, I would do it in a heartbeat, 16613 is IMHO one of the most beautiful sport watches ever!

drgleeds37 · 19 June 2011, 04:06 AM

Funny but I'm actually in the opposite situation...I'm thinking of selling my 16613 to get a GMT IIC. This is my second TT Blue Sub and when I look at it I think it's the most beautiful watch on the market but when I wear it I feel that it's too loud. I'm a huge fan of the watch but I never wear it. You may want to take that into consideration as the GMT IIC is a very nice and understated watch while the TT Blue Sub is quite loud.

-Daniel

renfield33 · 19 June 2011, 04:14 AM

never sell! only add to the collection

TSW · 19 June 2011, 04:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by renfield33

never sell! only add to the collection

My motto

chillviper · 19 June 2011, 04:26 AM

LOL to the never sell comment! I have a 1965 GMT 1675 so I have the GMT thing covered and with a GV, Daytona and SD, I have most of the modern niceties as well. The new clasp on the Subs just doesn't work on my small wrist - it covers the entire bottom of it! I had to send my SD and GMT 1675 to Rolex to remove a permanent link to center the clasp. So, to get a touch of gold and the blue I like, that looks like the model. I agree it is blingy, but not as much as the serti dial and certainly not as much as the all gold model.

nauticajoe · 19 June 2011, 04:41 AM

Keywords "rarely wear".

I say go for it.

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tudorlex · 19 June 2011, 05:03 AM

less is more.
consider a tudor sub in blue.

kcmo · 19 June 2011, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speed

the general consensus is buy what you like

I personally find that model...how shall i say...a bit loud. Not a fan. However, there are rolexes for every taste.

x2

moviefreak · 19 June 2011, 10:40 AM

The 16613 has the best blue I have ever seen in a watch... You do not look at it to tell time.. You look at it because the deep shades of blue are wonderful..

evanvito · 19 June 2011, 11:54 AM

Go for it

khoi201188 · 19 June 2011, 01:45 PM

For the price , I think I will go for a deep sea
I really don't like 2 tone
It's all gold, or it's all steel
2 tone for me is like a bodybuilder who only exercise the upper body

MortgageGuy · 19 June 2011, 02:18 PM

I agree if it is singing to you, go grab it and flip away especially if you are not wearing the GMT much

Watch Professor · 19 June 2011, 02:45 PM

Not a fan of TT, especially the blue. I wouldn't do it, but if it appeals to you, definitely do it. You go around only once.

docmarioce · 19 June 2011, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chillviper

I am thinking about flipping my GMT IIc, which I rarely wear, for a late model or NOS Blue 16613.

http://www.luxurytyme.com/articles/7.html

Really sings to me compared to my GMT IIc.

Thoughts?

Had a GMT IIc and never got used to it. Have a blue Sub and love it. Flip it and be happy.

Best,

travisb · 19 June 2011, 09:24 PM

If that's what's calling you then go for it.

First flip is dangerous....good luck.

springer · 19 June 2011, 11:36 PM

The first "flip" is the toughest! Good luck.

CoachRolexRyan · 19 June 2011, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by renfield33

never sell! Only add to the collection

+1

18 June 2011, 10:47 PM	#1
chillviper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Atlanta Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 509	First Flip? I am thinking about flipping my GMT IIc, which I rarely wear, for a late model or NOS Blue 16613. http://www.luxurytyme.com/articles/7.html Really sings to me compared to my GMT IIc. Thoughts?

18 June 2011, 11:12 PM	#5
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Your watch, do what you want. __________________ My grails:

18 June 2011, 11:57 PM	#7
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	I saw a guy in town today with a TT sub on, I spotted it from a mile away! Real eye catcher.. I think you should do what ever sings to you most. Only thing is the GMTIIc is a newer watch, you may regret going "back a step" in the rolex line up? Good luck. Dino __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

19 June 2011, 01:42 AM	#8
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Only you can determine what works best for you. I say make sure thats what you really want and then go for the one you want the most. __________________ 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

19 June 2011, 02:13 AM	#10
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	Personally I would not do it. __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

18 June 2011, 10:53 PM	#2
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,013	Get what sings to you.

18 June 2011, 11:06 PM	#3
besview "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: malaysia Posts: 293	That blue dial Rollie is really an eye catcher.People will be drawn towards it.Nice

18 June 2011, 11:08 PM	#4
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I own a 16613 blue, go for it. Remember, there are lots of those for sale out there. The two second hand watch stores near me have eight between them. You should be able to get a good price.

18 June 2011, 11:52 PM	#6
chillviper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Atlanta Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 509	So general consensus is buy this preowned and get in for about 60% of what it cost in 2008?

19 June 2011, 02:11 AM	#9
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	If it make you happy go for it!

19 June 2011, 03:24 AM	#12
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	The idea is to go for watch that YOU like, not the one that is most popular, or most sought after... If Bluesy smiles on you - go for it! If I were you, I would do it in a heartbeat, 16613 is IMHO one of the most beautiful sport watches ever! __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

19 June 2011, 04:06 AM	#13
drgleeds37 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Daniel Leeds Location: Suburbs of DC Watch: Rolex,AP,PAM,etc.. Posts: 306	Funny but I'm actually in the opposite situation...I'm thinking of selling my 16613 to get a GMT IIC. This is my second TT Blue Sub and when I look at it I think it's the most beautiful watch on the market but when I wear it I feel that it's too loud. I'm a huge fan of the watch but I never wear it. You may want to take that into consideration as the GMT IIC is a very nice and understated watch while the TT Blue Sub is quite loud. -Daniel

19 June 2011, 04:14 AM	#14
renfield33 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Watch: GMT-II Pepsi Posts: 1,051	never sell! only add to the collection __________________ Lug hole loyalist!

19 June 2011, 04:26 AM	#16
chillviper "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Atlanta Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 509	LOL to the never sell comment! I have a 1965 GMT 1675 so I have the GMT thing covered and with a GV, Daytona and SD, I have most of the modern niceties as well. The new clasp on the Subs just doesn't work on my small wrist - it covers the entire bottom of it! I had to send my SD and GMT 1675 to Rolex to remove a permanent link to center the clasp. So, to get a touch of gold and the blue I like, that looks like the model. I agree it is blingy, but not as much as the serti dial and certainly not as much as the all gold model.

19 June 2011, 04:41 AM	#17
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	Keywords "rarely wear". I say go for it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 June 2011, 05:03 AM	#18
tudorlex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Down Under Watch: 16570 Posts: 484	less is more. consider a tudor sub in blue.

19 June 2011, 10:40 AM	#20
moviefreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: in my house... Posts: 5,524	The 16613 has the best blue I have ever seen in a watch... You do not look at it to tell time.. You look at it because the deep shades of blue are wonderful.. __________________ Cheers, Eduardo Be a WIS not a WUSS... and remove all the stickers..

19 June 2011, 11:54 AM	#21
evanvito "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Lennard Location: Fremont, CA Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 408	Go for it

19 June 2011, 01:45 PM	#22
khoi201188 Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: vietnam Posts: 113	For the price , I think I will go for a deep sea I really don't like 2 tone It's all gold, or it's all steel 2 tone for me is like a bodybuilder who only exercise the upper body

19 June 2011, 02:18 PM	#23
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	I agree if it is singing to you, go grab it and flip away especially if you are not wearing the GMT much __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

19 June 2011, 02:45 PM	#24
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Not a fan of TT, especially the blue. I wouldn't do it, but if it appeals to you, definitely do it. You go around only once. __________________

19 June 2011, 09:24 PM	#26
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	Go for the blue! If that's what's calling you then go for it. First flip is dangerous....good luck.

19 June 2011, 11:36 PM	#27
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,308	The first "flip" is the toughest! Good luck. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

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