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19 April 2017, 10:24 PM | #1 |
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1978 GMT Master 1675
I'm new to the forum, and was hoping to get some feedback on a GMT Master that I have had for about 25 years. It's been serviced once during my ownership, and to be honest, I don't wear it that much ('85 Speedmaster every day...).
Ref. # 1675 Serial # 515**** the bracelet has 7-70 stamped on the inside of the clasp. Thanks in advance for any insight. |
19 April 2017, 10:42 PM | #2 |
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That's a beautiful piece. I'm sure it'll find a lot of admirers around here. Worth a pretty penny, I'm sure
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19 April 2017, 11:11 PM | #3 |
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Springer will chime in here shortly...
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beautiful!!!
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20 April 2017, 03:44 AM | #5 |
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MKII dial, great safe-queen orange patina. Your pics are a bit tight so I cant speak to the case but nice watch. Your dial is in GREAT shape and I think within reason for the serial number.
I don't think a 5m serial should have that stamp on the clasp but maybe its within the margin of error for the way Rolex put these together, unless you bought it as a replacement. One of the experts will chime in soon and confirm or correct that statement... Also, did they replace the insert when you had it serviced? |
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Bracelet is earlier, based on the serial number. The 5.1 mil. would put it around 1977, and even with a couple of years latitude, it's still earlier. Nothing wrong with that. Rivet bracelets are super cool, no matter the year.
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20 April 2017, 04:41 AM | #8 |
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It has been recommended that I post some pictures of the case back and bracelet. I apologize in advance for the poor quality.
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20 April 2017, 11:13 AM | #10 |
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So can anyone give me some insight as to the specifics of this watch? Does it have the correct bits and pieces for its manufacture date/serial number? Any historical context or details about the bracelet?
I know there is a wealth of info within the forum, but when I look at the pictures available of, for example, the 1675 dial over time, they mostly look the same to me (novice). Anyway, I'm very interested in learning more about this GMT. Thanks |
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20 April 2017, 04:43 AM | #12 |
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I don't know the tidbits about correctness per say....but man that is a smoking example of a 1675.....great looking patina and the watch seems to be in great condition.
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20 April 2017, 05:00 AM | #13 |
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Looks like it has a few good gouges in the case sides but overall it's one gorgeous watch.
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22 April 2017, 01:02 AM | #14 |
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It's very classy!
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22 April 2017, 01:33 AM | #15 |
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I think the consensus is that aside from the service insert everything looks good and original. The dial looks great. Case has a couple of gouges but that is just character for some people. You have a really nice example there!
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24 April 2017, 07:34 AM | #16 |
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Well, I think the consensus is that I have a 1978 GMT Master with an earlier Mk2 dial. I don't know when the dial was swapped, but certainly before my ownership.
I have owned the watch for 25 years, and have no intention of getting rid of it, I was simply curious about what, primarily, made the dial a Mk2. |
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24 April 2017, 10:27 PM | #18 |
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Is it difficult to source the correct MkIV dial?
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24 April 2017, 10:49 PM | #19 |
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I also know of odd mk2 dials popping up in early 5m cases. Not that I'd persobally get one but I am familiar with it. For what it is worth..
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25 April 2017, 11:29 AM | #20 |
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I am now familiar with it too!!!!
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25 April 2017, 11:14 AM | #21 |
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Still looks nice I think
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