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hwyrnr · 5 August 2011, 02:57 PM

Need some advice/help with making a choice. I'm wanting to get my dad a Rolex for Cristmas. My dad is a retired US Naval aviator. I'm tring to decide between a Sub. And GMT. I'm new to Rolex and I have a Sub. And love it. But my question is what is more appropriate for a naval aviator the Sub. Or GMT. My second question is what is the purpose of the pepsi style bezel wether it red/blk or red/blu.

I understand it what's my personal preference and all that. But from what I understand the GMT is more geared for aviation as is the Sub is to diving. I'm sure he will love what ever I get him but wanted to Taylor my decision toward his lifes accomplishments. With him being in the navy either one would work. Just want to know more about the GMT and it's beZels before I decide. And what others opinion is.

Thanks, James

HongNinja · 5 August 2011, 03:37 PM

Hey James!

That's awesome you're hookin pops up! I would definitely say GMTII-C or a Sea-Dweller. Either or are tanks and would suit a aviator.

Let us know what you decide!

sleddog · 5 August 2011, 03:45 PM

With your dad being in aviation, the GMT would be the right choice IMO...
As for the Bezels (Pepsi:red & blue, Coke:red & black, and another is all black), they are just colour options and no other reason!!
This model is now discontinued however, as the new GMT now has the ceramic bezel and only comes in all black..With either platinum numbers (silver) on the SS model, and gold (yellow) on the TT and full gold model....
Do a little search and you'll see what I mean.....

A great gesture to gift a Rolex to your dad in anycase...Best of luck to you!

dddrees · 5 August 2011, 10:05 PM

The (Pepsi) red and blue or (Coke) red and black besides being just different insert choices do also help indicate the difference between night and day. Red being day and blue or black indicating night time hours.

nauticajoe · 5 August 2011, 10:15 PM

You can't go wrong with either one, but given his prior occupation the GMT would probably be the better choice. I'd shoot for the 16710.

Good luck!

hwyrnr · 5 August 2011, 10:34 PM

Dddress thanks for the info about the day and night deal. The GMT is going to be the choice. I remember when I was very young he had a watch that had a red and
Blue bezel on it but I very seriously doubt it was a Rolex. My dad is kind of a tight ass.

Thanks for the advice.

mjclark32 · 5 August 2011, 10:45 PM

Aviator = GMT, right?

Good choice and what a great gift for your father!

5 August 2011, 02:57 PM	#1
hwyrnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: James Location: Norman, Ok Watch: SS Sub. Y series Posts: 27	Help with gift choice Need some advice/help with making a choice. I'm wanting to get my dad a Rolex for Cristmas. My dad is a retired US Naval aviator. I'm tring to decide between a Sub. And GMT. I'm new to Rolex and I have a Sub. And love it. But my question is what is more appropriate for a naval aviator the Sub. Or GMT. My second question is what is the purpose of the pepsi style bezel wether it red/blk or red/blu. I understand it what's my personal preference and all that. But from what I understand the GMT is more geared for aviation as is the Sub is to diving. I'm sure he will love what ever I get him but wanted to Taylor my decision toward his lifes accomplishments. With him being in the navy either one would work. Just want to know more about the GMT and it's beZels before I decide. And what others opinion is. Thanks, James

5 August 2011, 03:45 PM	#3
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	With your dad being in aviation, the GMT would be the right choice IMO... As for the Bezels (Pepsi:red & blue, Coke:red & black, and another is all black), they are just colour options and no other reason!! This model is now discontinued however, as the new GMT now has the ceramic bezel and only comes in all black..With either platinum numbers (silver) on the SS model, and gold (yellow) on the TT and full gold model.... Do a little search and you'll see what I mean..... A great gesture to gift a Rolex to your dad in anycase...Best of luck to you! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

5 August 2011, 10:05 PM	#4
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	The (Pepsi) red and blue or (Coke) red and black besides being just different insert choices do also help indicate the difference between night and day. Red being day and blue or black indicating night time hours. __________________ 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

5 August 2011, 10:45 PM	#7
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Aviator = GMT, right? Good choice and what a great gift for your father! __________________

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5 August 2011, 03:37 PM	#2
HongNinja Banned Join Date: May 2011 Location: On Earth Watch: 228238, 114060 Posts: 1,347	Hey James! That's awesome you're hookin pops up! I would definitely say GMTII-C or a Sea-Dweller. Either or are tanks and would suit a aviator. Let us know what you decide!

5 August 2011, 10:15 PM	#5
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	You can't go wrong with either one, but given his prior occupation the GMT would probably be the better choice. I'd shoot for the 16710. Good luck!

5 August 2011, 10:34 PM	#6
hwyrnr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: James Location: Norman, Ok Watch: SS Sub. Y series Posts: 27	Dddress thanks for the info about the day and night deal. The GMT is going to be the choice. I remember when I was very young he had a watch that had a red and Blue bezel on it but I very seriously doubt it was a Rolex. My dad is kind of a tight ass. Thanks for the advice.

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