New LV for 2008?

[vh_bu98]

I was reading up on the new GMT II-C and came across this article.

http://www.rolexreferencepage.com/articles/5.html

What caught my attention was this line...

"James Dowling, TZ Rolex Forum moderator recently visited Rolex SA in Geneva and asked if Rolex planned to make a ceramic bezel in the classic red and blue color configuration. Apparently, Rolex has successfully manufactured a green ceramic bezel, but not a red one - they're still working on the problem."

If they succeeded in creating a green ceramic bezel, that seems to be a good indication that the LV will continue in a new design.

[frostie]

Maybe you are right but nobody knows except rolex. Time will tell we just have to be patient until april

[stewie]

hmm if they make a green ceramic, well I guess that means I'll be getting a new rolex come late next year...

[frostie]

I believe that right now we are facing a transition period. Rolex is going to upgrade all of it's watches. This year and maybe the next one are going to be the most controversial ones

[vh_bu98]

Originally Posted by frostie

I believe that right now we are facing a transition period. Rolex is going to upgrade all of it's watches. This year and maybe the next one are going to be the most controversial ones

I'm close to pulling the trigger on a TT Blue sub before the price increase, but if they are releasing new models in 2008...maybe I should wait. And if they release a new LV with green ceramic, polished center links and new clasp...the temptation to upgrade will be strong.

[mike]

Originally Posted by frostie

I believe that right now we are facing a transition period. Rolex is going to upgrade all of it's watches. This year and maybe the next one are going to be the most controversial ones

I think you're right. Rolex is in the process of upgrading the line. We seem to be on the cusp of exciting times.

[The Oak]

what is the "C" in the GMT IIc?

[mike]

Originally Posted by The Oak

what is the "C" in the GMT IIc?

It's a designation used by WISers. It means ceramic to distinguish between the older GMT II 16710. It's not something Rolex uses.

[Solar]

Originally Posted by frostie

I believe that right now we are facing a transition period. Rolex is going to upgrade all of it's watches. This year and maybe the next one are going to be the most controversial ones

Good call Frostie, I happen to agree. I bought my Pepsi last March before Basel 2007, since I was worried about (1) the reported price hike in Canada for 2007, and (2) changes that would drive the price of the model I wanted up. I had already seen the TT and all-gold GMT II re-modling, so the scuttlebutt about a new SS GMT seemed all too possible, and it was.

That said, I rather like the TT Blue SUb as it is, not so keen on the ceramic bezels and would be quite content with the current Blue TT Sub, warts (lesser clasp, no Parachom Bleu hairspring) and all.

Four more months...........

[frostie]

If you can still afford the watch after the price increase then the best thing to do is just wait. Anyway i am going to see the upgraded models if there going to be any cause i will purchase my GMT II C at the end of april

[sharif]

Originally Posted by frostie

If you can still afford the watch after the price increase then the best thing to do is just wait. Anyway i am going to see the upgraded models if there going to be any cause i will purchase my GMT II C at the end of april

Didn't you already order the GMTIIc? Still waiting on it?

I agree 100%, that ROLEX will be updating all of its sports models within the next couple of years. I can't wait to see what comes next, in the Maxi Ceramic revolution.

I'll have my eye on Blusey Ceramic. :)

[frostie]

Originally Posted by sharif@forged

Didn't you already order the GMTIIc? Still waiting on it?

I agree 100%, that ROLEX will be updating all of its sports models within the next couple of years. I can't wait to see what comes next, in the Maxi Ceramic revolution.

I'll have my eye on Blusey Ceramic. :)

I am still waiting cause and i haven't ordered one in case that i change my mind. I am planing to buy it after basel cause i want first to see the new models and after that make my last decision on which one to buy. Until now the watch that thrills me the most is the GMT II C

[sharif]

Originally Posted by frostie

I am still waiting cause and i haven't ordered one in case that i change my mind. I am planing to buy it after basel cause i want first to see the new models and after that make my last decision on which one to buy. Until now the watch that thrills me the most is the GMT II C

Good choice!

Are the GMTIIc's SS readily available in your country, or are they hard to find at the AD?

[teo]

New models will be selling on premium and on waiting list just like Milgauss and GMT IIc

[frostie]

Well Rolex Hellas SA. is the main dealership that covers whole greece. They had a shortage of GMT II C's but they ordered more watches. Right now they are easy to find and the price is 5500 euros for the SS version.

[DATEJUSTSS]

That would be a HOT watch, indeed. May have to cut loose of this...

[the186element]

Yet another fat 4

[Transient]

The suspence is driving me nuts!! I'm very interested in seeing the SS Sub Date in a MAXI configuration...

[haakon59]

If they update the LV AND the regular Submariner, I might just switch back to the black bezel version, especially if the case and bracelet are upgraded in addition to getting the Maxi dial. It does sound like there might be some excitement this year with changes to the submariner.

[SPACE-DWELLER]

Interesting speculation!

We're gonna have to wait and see what happens at the Basel World Fair in April 2008.

[BuffaloRolex]

If this Rolex revolution does take place, I'd like to grab one of the last TT blue Subs PRIOR to the ceramic. One of the very few made with the aluminum bezel and the CRB...

Also, can't wait to see the Daytona with its ceramic bezel... (Though I suppose they COULD do it.)

[f16570]

How many Sleeps 'till Basel 08?

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