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japenney · 23 September 2016, 08:00 PM

Say you had a choice between a lnib blnr and a 2005 F serial 16710 with full set, recent RSC service. What would be your choice and why? This can be your only gmt.

padi56 · 23 September 2016, 08:11 PM

For me it would be the 16710 with or without the so called full set or service, the 16710 is a far more versatile watch.With the bezel inserts quite cheap to buy and easy DIY changeable get all 3 the 3 different watches for the price of one.Movement wise not a lot of difference between the 3185 and 3186, on the 3186 slightly more precise second time zone setting and thats about it.

Runnin' Rebel · 23 September 2016, 08:22 PM

16710.. Mines perfect

Quicksilver · 23 September 2016, 09:01 PM

16710 every time. Its a true classic and a traditional Rolex GMT. Sorry, but I have never liked the new maxi cased GMT's and I don't like the blue and black "Batman" bezel. The 16710 might be old school and feel tinny compared to a new GMT, but I would chose it every time.

mtgjr · 23 September 2016, 10:18 PM

16710

Onikage · 23 September 2016, 10:21 PM

16710. It's the best watch in the world.

sgmgolf · 23 September 2016, 10:23 PM

I have both but IF pressed to choose between the 2 I am keeping the 16710. It is just so versatile with all 3 inserts. To me, it is the quintessential Rolex sport watch.

The Libertine · 23 September 2016, 10:28 PM

16710. Durable, comfortable, easy enough to change the look with Pepsi/Coke/Black bezels. Better proportioned, and no polished center links either. I also don't find any added value to a ceramic bezel. JMHO.

Etschell · 23 September 2016, 10:31 PM

its not even close 16710, for a hundred bucks more or so you can have two watches (coke and pepsi).

mtgjr · 23 September 2016, 10:38 PM

I guess the BLNR votes are what you call the "silent majority".

aekdb · 23 September 2016, 10:50 PM

I have the BLNR, but voted for the 16710 because as many have said you can have both the coke and pepsi for a few hundred dollars.

JRT · 23 September 2016, 11:00 PM

BLNR no brainer. I like the ceramic bezel insert more.

doramas · 23 September 2016, 11:06 PM

16710

elkaholic · 23 September 2016, 11:20 PM

16710, no question. No polished center links is a big factor for me, and the ability to change bezel inserts is nice as well.

I can't speak to the comfort of the BLNR, but I wore a friends GMT 16710 for a couple of days and it was one of the most comfrotable watches I've ever had on-right in line with the 5 digit Exp II 16570.

sickened1 · 24 September 2016, 12:01 AM

16710.

r8t3d_M · 24 September 2016, 12:16 AM

16710 gets my vote between the too. Although the BLNR is attractive, so is the 16710 and it's a classic.

Loevhagen · 24 September 2016, 12:22 AM

Have both - but if forced to choose only one of these:

I would choose this:

And here's why:

bbhewee · 24 September 2016, 12:23 AM

Going through a similar dilemma with a 16760 and my BLNR...

ap1 · 24 September 2016, 12:47 AM

I just can't ignore modern improvements - the clasp especially

BLNR for me - the voice of the silent majority!

ocwatching · 24 September 2016, 12:56 AM

different drivers for different folks...
I am just not big on older pieces...the ceramic bezel, black blue and the all the newer updates for me..wins...

datejust24 · 24 September 2016, 12:59 AM

16710 all day...

C.R.J. · 24 September 2016, 01:01 AM

BLNR for me! The bezel is stunning and you get the updates.

watchwatcher · 24 September 2016, 01:08 AM

I love the looks of the 16710. And the versatility of that watch...man, you can't beat it. But, the fit and feel of the BLNR is far more to my liking. So, I'm really not much help, Josh. Sorry.

But, I have been toying with getting a nice 16710 and putting it on a GMT 2c bracelet...kind of the best of two worlds. It's an idea I'm toying with for the future when I feel like the rest of the collection is solid and I have some room to play around with it.

Loevhagen · 24 September 2016, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by watchwatcher

But, I have been toying with getting a nice 16710 and putting it on a GMT 2c bracelet...kind of the best of two worlds.

I have tried it. It works... :)

JParm · 24 September 2016, 01:29 AM

Interesting how all the replies skew towards the 16710 heavily, yet poll results have the BLNR as the winner.

I have the 16710 and will never sell it. Just the most versatile and comfortable watch that I own. However, after trying on my friend's BLNR, it has made me want a 6-digit reference due to the size, just not necessarily that specific model.

Snow-Dweller · 24 September 2016, 01:33 AM

BLNR for me. Love the ceramic bezel and the solid link bracelet. Don't want a watch without easylink extension.

Loevhagen · 24 September 2016, 01:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpeezy14@hotmail.com

Interesting how all the replies skew towards the 16710 heavily, yet poll results have the BLNR as the winner.

Not surprised at all. The majority buy new watches because some of them do not dare to buy second hand. And even fewer people buy "old and outdated" second hand...

Besides an new watch is available everywhere - whilst a model out of production is de facto not.

AK797 · 24 September 2016, 01:39 AM

BLNR, never liked the bezel font of the old GMTs.

douglasf13 · 24 September 2016, 01:48 AM

I'm not sure I can think of a 6 digit Rolex I prefer over its 5 digit ancestor, outside of the new ceramic Daytona.

luvsub · 24 September 2016, 01:49 AM

5 digit for me.

View Poll Results: Which gmt as only gmt watch.
Blnr	122	47.84%
16710 (F serial recent RSC service)	133	52.16%
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23 September 2016, 08:00 PM	#1
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	116710blnr vs 16710 Say you had a choice between a lnib blnr and a 2005 F serial 16710 with full set, recent RSC service. What would be your choice and why? This can be your only gmt.

23 September 2016, 08:11 PM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,273	For me it would be the 16710 with or without the so called full set or service, the 16710 is a far more versatile watch.With the bezel inserts quite cheap to buy and easy DIY changeable get all 3 the 3 different watches for the price of one.Movement wise not a lot of difference between the 3185 and 3186, on the 3186 slightly more precise second time zone setting and thats about it. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

23 September 2016, 08:22 PM	#3
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	16710.. Mines perfect __________________ ♛

23 September 2016, 09:01 PM	#4
Quicksilver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: David Location: London+Guangzhou Watch: ing watches Posts: 2,603	16710 every time. Its a true classic and a traditional Rolex GMT. Sorry, but I have never liked the new maxi cased GMT's and I don't like the blue and black "Batman" bezel. The 16710 might be old school and feel tinny compared to a new GMT, but I would chose it every time. __________________ Rolex Sea Dweller 116600, GMT Master II 16710 (Pepsi) and 116710 BLNR, Daytona 116500LN, Submariner 14060M.

23 September 2016, 10:18 PM	#5
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	16710

23 September 2016, 10:21 PM	#6
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	16710. It's the best watch in the world. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

23 September 2016, 10:23 PM	#7
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: ADK Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,374	I have both but IF pressed to choose between the 2 I am keeping the 16710. It is just so versatile with all 3 inserts. To me, it is the quintessential Rolex sport watch.

23 September 2016, 10:28 PM	#8
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	16710. Durable, comfortable, easy enough to change the look with Pepsi/Coke/Black bezels. Better proportioned, and no polished center links either. I also don't find any added value to a ceramic bezel. JMHO.

23 September 2016, 10:31 PM	#9
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	its not even close 16710, for a hundred bucks more or so you can have two watches (coke and pepsi). __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

23 September 2016, 10:38 PM	#10
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	I guess the BLNR votes are what you call the "silent majority".

23 September 2016, 10:50 PM	#11
aekdb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Real Name: Jason Location: MS Watch: Rolex, Tudor Posts: 1,315	I have the BLNR, but voted for the 16710 because as many have said you can have both the coke and pepsi for a few hundred dollars.

23 September 2016, 11:00 PM	#12
JRT "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Taiwan Watch: Rolex BLNR Posts: 2,308	BLNR no brainer. I like the ceramic bezel insert more.

23 September 2016, 11:06 PM	#13
doramas Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Gran Canaria Posts: 3,469	16710

23 September 2016, 11:20 PM	#14
elkaholic "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: ATL Watch: Rolex Posts: 683	16710, no question. No polished center links is a big factor for me, and the ability to change bezel inserts is nice as well. I can't speak to the comfort of the BLNR, but I wore a friends GMT 16710 for a couple of days and it was one of the most comfrotable watches I've ever had on-right in line with the 5 digit Exp II 16570. __________________ 16570 Exp II White 16220 DJ silver stick 16233 DJ champagne stick

24 September 2016, 12:01 AM	#15
sickened1 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,088	16710.

24 September 2016, 12:16 AM	#16
r8t3d_M "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Real Name: Felipe Location: NYC Watch: Me ;) Posts: 2,894	16710 gets my vote between the too. Although the BLNR is attractive, so is the 16710 and it's a classic.

24 September 2016, 12:22 AM	#17
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	Have both - but if forced to choose only one of these: I would choose this: And here's why:

24 September 2016, 12:23 AM	#18
bbhewee "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NL Watch: 5513, 1675, 16570 Posts: 97	Going through a similar dilemma with a 16760 and my BLNR...

24 September 2016, 12:47 AM	#19
ap1 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,731	I just can't ignore modern improvements - the clasp especially BLNR for me - the voice of the silent majority!

24 September 2016, 12:56 AM	#20
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	different drivers for different folks... I am just not big on older pieces...the ceramic bezel, black blue and the all the newer updates for me..wins... __________________ too much into watches...

24 September 2016, 12:59 AM	#21
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	16710 all day...

24 September 2016, 01:01 AM	#22
C.R.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: California Posts: 146	BLNR for me! The bezel is stunning and you get the updates.

24 September 2016, 01:08 AM	#23
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,249	I love the looks of the 16710. And the versatility of that watch...man, you can't beat it. But, the fit and feel of the BLNR is far more to my liking. So, I'm really not much help, Josh. Sorry. But, I have been toying with getting a nice 16710 and putting it on a GMT 2c bracelet...kind of the best of two worlds. It's an idea I'm toying with for the future when I feel like the rest of the collection is solid and I have some room to play around with it.

24 September 2016, 01:29 AM	#25
JParm "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: NorCal Watch: Yes! Posts: 6,581	Interesting how all the replies skew towards the 16710 heavily, yet poll results have the BLNR as the winner. I have the 16710 and will never sell it. Just the most versatile and comfortable watch that I own. However, after trying on my friend's BLNR, it has made me want a 6-digit reference due to the size, just not necessarily that specific model. __________________

24 September 2016, 01:33 AM	#26
Snow-Dweller 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Clive Location: The Alps Watch: it Posts: 6,592	BLNR for me. Love the ceramic bezel and the solid link bracelet. Don't want a watch without easylink extension. __________________ . ”Knowing yourself is the beginning of all WISdom” - Aristotle ———————-—————————————————-—————————— . 16803. 14060M. 16570. 114300. 126000. GMW-B5000D.

24 September 2016, 01:39 AM	#28
AK797 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	BLNR, never liked the bezel font of the old GMTs.

24 September 2016, 01:48 AM	#29
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,627	I'm not sure I can think of a 6 digit Rolex I prefer over its 5 digit ancestor, outside of the new ceramic Daytona.

24 September 2016, 01:49 AM	#30
luvsub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: SF, south bay Posts: 5,229	5 digit for me.

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