Itchy Trigger Finger on new GMT 18ct

[Welshwatchman]

Now that it appears that the SS version is several years off (if ever) The 18ct version is calling my name.

It would mean me saying ta ta to my TT Daytona and Omega Coax/Chrono plus a few pennies extra.
This would leave me with this sporty beast and a Navitimer for a daily beater.

[colemanitis]

I love it - go for it! Make the ultimate statement and get the green dial.

[Welshwatchman]

I thought about that Jeff. I know the green dial is supposed to be limited edition but I don't think I could live with it. It just seems a little .... "off ".

[colemanitis]

I've noticed I tend to prefer things that are a little "off". This must be why I love the GMT Pepsi bezel so much.

[mickiratt]

Go for it! I reposition watches all the time in order to get what I NEED. Do some people think this is stupid? Of course, but I don't care. It's the WIS in most of us here. I am hoping to have an all gold Rolex within the next 2-3 years. Good luck with your decision.

[nikhsub1]

I am not a fan of all gold myself, but that is IMO the most beautiful model Rolex out right now (new Maxi GMT II). Have you considered the two tone? That is what I am gunning for and should be 1/2 the price which means you have to sell less of your stuff off!

[Pete]

i LOVE the new bezel....the numbers look so much better IMO

Pete

[Rockrolex]

I don't like either one, but I like the green dial a lot less than the black dial. I admit I like the maxi numbers, but I do wish they would have put that on a SS model.

YG just doesn't do anything for me on a tool watch.

[jac67]

The new GMT II is a really hot looking watch. I especially like the green maxi dial. However, the subtleness of the black maxi dial is also pretty cool.

If you can't decide in the dial, then you have NO choice but to buy both!

Good luck.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by nikhsub1

I am not a fan of all gold myself, but that is IMO the most beautiful model Rolex out right now (new Maxi GMT II). Have you considered the two tone? That is what I am gunning for and should be 1/2 the price which means you have to sell less of your stuff off!

Now this post does make a lot of sense, guys!! The new TT GMT-II is a beauty with all solid gold links and at less than half the price of the full gold one.

I'd go TT and save some of those babies from leaving.

JJ

[mike]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Now this post does make a lot of sense, guys!! The new TT GMT-II is a beauty with all solid gold links and at less than half the price of the full gold one.

I'd go TT and save some of those babies from leaving.

JJ

I'd have to agree there JJ. I've not yet handled the TT yet, but it sure looks sharp in the photos.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by mike

I'd have to agree there JJ. I've not yet handled the TT yet, but it sure looks sharp in the photos.

It's quite an experience, Mike. A very well constructed and heavy watch. Finish is mind-blowing, especially the ceramic bezel which is quite fascinating.

What surprises me is how come this TT version has not yet hit the American market?

[jwl-2]

not if you also get a green bezel.

[Welshwatchman]

It is just about the only modern Rolex I would want to buy. SS would be my preferred choice but it appears that Rolex R&D dept is on leave of absence visiting his sick nan.

I have an option on a solid gold one for only 50% more than a TT GMT. Normally it would be 120% more.

I think I'll do it. It just means eight hours round trip and £90 fuel though.

[mike]

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

It's quite an experience, Mike. A very well constructed and heavy watch. Finish is mind-blowing, especially the ceramic bezel which is quite fascinating.

What surprises me is how come this TT version has not yet hit the American market?

I think it's just the system JJ. We always seem to lag behind the rest of the world.

[JJ Irani]

Originally Posted by mike

I think it's just the system JJ. We always seem to lag behind the rest of the world.

Certainly NOT in the most of the things you do and accomplish, Mike!!