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Old 26 April 2020, 06:12 PM   #1
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Needing some advice for my first vintage (potential) purchase - GMT Master

Hi all,

I was hoping to draw on your experience in regards to a potential purchase.

I am looking to make my first vintage Rolex purchase and whilst I have read as much as I can on the subject there is still a bit of an “X factor” that I’m unsure of.

I am look at this GMT and would love to hear your thoughts on it.

It is for sale through a reputable watch dealer who offers buyer inspections so I’m not concerned about the authenticity. I’m more after information regarding condition. It is advertised for $18k AUD and details are below.

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Old 26 April 2020, 06:18 PM   #2
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Service dial, insert, date wheel... I would prefer to wait for a better example with all original parts.

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Old 26 April 2020, 06:21 PM   #3
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Service dial, insert, date wheel... I would prefer to wait for a better example with all original parts.

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Thanks for your advice! Really appreciate it.


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Old 26 April 2020, 06:34 PM   #4
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Thanks for your advice! Really appreciate it.


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Watch Gallery in Melbourne (watchgallery.com.au) currently also has a 1675 for $18,700.00 AUD.
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Old 26 April 2020, 06:40 PM   #5
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Hey Stuart,

Thanks for that, I’ll check it out.


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Old 27 April 2020, 08:57 AM   #6
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what about a 16750 matte dial?
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Old 27 April 2020, 06:09 PM   #7
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what about a 16750 matte dial?

Yeah absolutely an option. That was my original preference.


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Old 27 April 2020, 08:19 PM   #8
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There are a couple for sale i'm seeing at the moment. I don't own them or know the seller but just giving you a heads up.

Check the usual auction / trading sites.
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