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1 January 2018, 09:58 PM | #1 |
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Rolex GMT 16700 - Watch condition advice (pics inside)
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I have the possibility to buy the attached watch. It’s from 1997. Do you guys with trained eyes think it looks good? See link for high resolution pics: https://imgur.com/a/dpDDB And https://m.imgur.com/a/HnDcB Many thanks! Last edited by LLmrol; 1 January 2018 at 10:22 PM.. Reason: Links included |
2 January 2018, 12:00 AM | #2 |
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Looks good but not sure of the " swiss" only dial , I thought these were only fitted on late 98-99 models , or it's a service dial . Could be wrong though , but as everything it all depends on the price .
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2 January 2018, 12:28 AM | #3 |
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Dial has been changed, and possibly the hands. Can’t see whether the lugs have any chamfer left or not ?????
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2 January 2018, 12:42 AM | #4 |
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Hi,
Thanks! my mistake, its from 1998 |
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It is common for Rolex Service Centers to offer a dial an hand change for watches with “T” dials. The dial change should not be a concern in your decision making.
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2 January 2018, 12:55 AM | #6 |
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I have 16700 Swiss only dial from 1999, and when I did quick comparison, your Pepsi insert look very different from mine.
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That changes things ! Dial and hands are probably ok.
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2 January 2018, 05:16 AM | #9 |
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Assuming all is okay with it, you are getting a great model....good luck!
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2 January 2018, 05:33 AM | #10 |
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Post a photo for comparison!!!
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The dial is correct for the watch. It should be Luminova. There is nothing wrong with the insert either.
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