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donald83 · 25 January 2020, 09:22 AM

I am looking out for a vintage and narrowed done to these 2 ref.

What are the main differences BTW these 2? I only know that 16700 has sapphire while 16750 has plexi.

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Jackie Daytona · 25 January 2020, 12:30 PM

I believe it’s mostly a movement difference. The 16700 had a hacking feature I believe. I thought the 16750 had sapphire crystals about halfway through their run.

onthedial · 25 January 2020, 03:31 PM

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Sherbie · 25 January 2020, 11:44 PM

Both refs had lug hole cases, tritium lume and are gmt master (1)s - so can only measure 2 time zones

16750 had plexi all through its run - up to mid 1984 they had matte dials, after this gloss dials with gold surrounds

16700 always had sapphire

16750 had cal 3075, 16700 had 3175

16750 sold from 1981-88, 16700 from 1988-99

Both are fantastic references, but early matte dialed 16750s go for a hefty premium (maybe 5k) over later 16750 and 16700 examples (expect to pay @$10k now)

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springer · 26 January 2020, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donald83

I am looking out for a vintage and narrowed done to these 2 ref.

What are the main differences BTW these 2? I only know that 16700 has sapphire while 16750 has plexi.

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Try this thread on the GMTforum.com

It compares all the various GMT and GMT II models and the differences between each model.

https://www.gmtforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=265

Tools · 26 January 2020, 04:18 AM

The 16700 eventually replaced the 16750.

The 16700 introduced the sapphire crystal, the "160 click" bezel, and modified the movement slightly.

sillo · 26 January 2020, 04:46 AM

Different movement - 3075 vs 3175
Different crystal - plexi vs sapphire
Different Bezel - friction bezel vs 120 click bezel. Inserts are also different size. 16750 has a larger insert.
Different Case

donald83 · 26 January 2020, 10:21 AM

Is the 16750 more collectible in a way?

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springer · 26 January 2020, 10:41 AM

Is this another "value" or what's it worth thread??? How about you worry less about value and deliver a big "thanks" for everyone that helped you out.

25 January 2020, 09:22 AM	#1
donald83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Singapore Posts: 383	Difference BTW 16700 and 16750 I am looking out for a vintage and narrowed done to these 2 ref. What are the main differences BTW these 2? I only know that 16700 has sapphire while 16750 has plexi. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

25 January 2020, 12:30 PM	#2
Jackie Daytona 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Real Name: Brian Location: Nashville Watch: 16750 Posts: 6,627	I believe it’s mostly a movement difference. The 16700 had a hacking feature I believe. I thought the 16750 had sapphire crystals about halfway through their run. __________________ 16750 \| 6516(wife’s) \| 126334 \| 16570 \| SBGA413 \| SRPE33 \| 126610LV

25 January 2020, 11:44 PM	#4
Sherbie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Tx Posts: 150	Difference BTW 16700 and 16750 Both refs had lug hole cases, tritium lume and are gmt master (1)s - so can only measure 2 time zones 16750 had plexi all through its run - up to mid 1984 they had matte dials, after this gloss dials with gold surrounds 16700 always had sapphire 16750 had cal 3075, 16700 had 3175 16750 sold from 1981-88, 16700 from 1988-99 Both are fantastic references, but early matte dialed 16750s go for a hefty premium (maybe 5k) over later 16750 and 16700 examples (expect to pay @$10k now) Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

26 January 2020, 04:18 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,515	The 16700 eventually replaced the 16750. The 16700 introduced the sapphire crystal, the "160 click" bezel, and modified the movement slightly. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

26 January 2020, 04:46 AM	#7
sillo "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Sean Location: NY Watch: 5 Digit Posts: 2,840	Different movement - 3075 vs 3175 Different crystal - plexi vs sapphire Different Bezel - friction bezel vs 120 click bezel. Inserts are also different size. 16750 has a larger insert. Different Case __________________ 14060 \| 16570 \| 16600 \| 16700 \| 16800 \| 79260 @TheGMTHand

25 January 2020, 03:31 PM	#3
onthedial "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Los Angeles Watch: IG @onthedial Posts: 587	@donald83 I’m sure you’re aware of this resource, right? http://www.gmtmasterhistory.com/index.html ———— IG: @onthedial Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 January 2020, 10:21 AM	#8
donald83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Singapore Posts: 383	Is the 16750 more collectible in a way? Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk

26 January 2020, 10:41 AM	#9
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	Is this another "value" or what's it worth thread??? How about you worry less about value and deliver a big "thanks" for everyone that helped you out. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

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