Why the GMT Master II is the best sports model in the Rolex catalog

[amh]

Teddy shows why the GMT II is the best current Rolex:
1. History & Heritage: How the 24h hand was developed at the request of Pan Am airlines
2. Reverence to the past: The GMT has stayed true to that heritage with minimal changes compared to earlier models.
3. Excellent proportions & fit: 40mm wide, 11.9mm thick, 48mm lug to lug. Wide appeal and no overly large.
4. It defines the category: There is no true peer from other brands.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFRvTIqAmRs


I think he's spot on. It is why the GMT enjoys similar pull as the Daytona despite being produced in larger numbers. (GMT Grey price for BNIB is about 2x MSRP, on par with SS Daytona)


Now I need to figure out how to get on "the list"

[bjdub]

Originally Posted by amh

2. Reverence to the past: The GMT has stayed true to that heritage with minimal changes compared to earlier models.

I would argue the sub has stayed truest out of all the sports models and it also defines and dominates the dive watch category. That is my choice for best and most iconic Rolex sports watch... But don't get me wrong I still want a GMT!

[amh]

Originally Posted by bjdub

I would argue the sub has stayed truest out of all the sports models and it also defines and dominates the dive watch category. That is my choice for best and most iconic Rolex sports watch... But don't get me wrong I still want a GMT!

The SS black sub is indeed very similar as always. But these days there are so many variants eg. Green & Blue that stray from the tradition.

[Dougiebaby]

Originally Posted by amh

The SS black sub is indeed very similar as always. But these days there are so many variants eg. Green & Blue that stray from the tradition.

Ummmm, for the GMT there is:
1. all black, black and blue, brown and black bezel options
2. Stainless, TT, and solid gold versions

I would say the Sub is most true to original and the GMT is almost (just half step behind) same.


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[amh]

Originally Posted by Dougiebaby

Ummmm, for the GMT there is:
1. all black, black and blue, brown and black bezel options

Only BLNR is a real departure. Rootbeer has been around - sort of

2. Stainless, TT, and solid gold versions

Two tone has been around as well

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by bjdub

I would argue the sub has stayed truest out of all the sports models and it also defines and dominates the dive watch category. That is my choice for best and most iconic Rolex sports watch... But don't get me wrong I still want a GMT!

As an owner of both, I have to agree. To me the Submariner is closer to its roots than the current BLRO. YMMV

[bjdub]

Originally Posted by brandrea

As an owner of both, I have to agree. To me the Submariner is closer to its roots than the current BLRO. YMMV

To me it’s all about the font change on the GMT bezel. I still love the watch, but I do wish they’d kept the OG bezel font and smaller number size. Also wish they’d offer brushed oyster. Those tweaks would make sub/GMT preference a toss up for me.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by bjdub

To me it’s all about the font change on the GMT bezel. I still love the watch, but I do wish they’d kept the OG bezel font and smaller number size. Also wish they’d offer brushed oyster. Those tweaks would make sub/GMT preference a toss up for me.

Agreed. Its one of the biggest departures (besides ceramics in general). I personally don't mind the new age font, but when you compare the 126710 to the original its quite a departure .

To my eye at least the Sunmariner is closer and like its predecessors, it only comes in one configuration ... black dial, black bezel and stainless steel.

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[Nepats81]

Teddy does a good job with his videos - he needs to pivot to doing more high end stuff.

He just likes selling and featuring shitters.

[Hollie_Rollie]

Not sure if this was mentioned in the video- I love the oyster / jubilee options as well for the GMT lineup


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[Beto737]

The Master II can almost do it all. Land, air, and just enough sea. The proportions of the watch are almost perfect. And, the aviation history behind it makes it a “must have” for aviation enthusiasts like myself.

[amh]

Originally Posted by Beto737

The Master II can almost do it all. Land, air, and just enough sea. The proportions of the watch are almost perfect. And, the aviation history behind it makes it a “must have” for aviation enthusiasts like myself.

Just enough? 100M is way beyond the "crush depth" of most TRF users, which is the deep end of a swimming pool

[Beto737]

Originally Posted by amh

Just enough? 100M is way beyond the "crush depth" of most TRF users, which is the deep end of a swimming pool

No argument here sir. That pretty much describes me perfectly. Too many shark attacks lately!

[pursang_]

It's not quite the best just yet.

Rolex is making a colossal mistake in not offering a factory brushed Oyster.

[Number3]

Originally Posted by pursang_

It's not quite the best just yet.

Rolex is making a colossal mistake in not offering a factory brushed Oyster.

Agreed, with the glidelock.

[Harry-57]

Originally Posted by pursang_

Rolex is making a colossal mistake in not offering a factory brushed Oyster.

I think that's overstating it, although a brushed bracelet on a BLRO would be my perfect GMT Master. Maybe Oyster maybe not, the original BLRO came on a brushed Jubilee.

[Solo118]

Originally Posted by Harry-57

I think that's overstating it, although a brushed bracelet on a BLRO would be my perfect GMT Master. Maybe Oyster maybe not, the original BLRO came on a brushed Jubilee.

Definitely a missed opportunity, thankfully it is something that can be remedied by either brushing the original bracelet or pony up a couple of thousand for a new Oyster and having that one brushed for 2 looks in one.

I am thinking of getting a second bracelet to compliment the jubilee I have, and if I do so it would be 100% brushed!

[amh]

Also missing is the ceramic coke

[Harry-57]

You could say the same about the Submariner. After all, the GMT Master has been through many bezel colour variations and combinations since the original 6542BLRO, not to mention a choice of bracelets. I think the GMT Master is more versatile and would be my preference if I couldn't own both.

[Solo118]

I have come to the conclusion that the GMT is the best STEEL sports model available. You just can't beat its versatility.

The Daytona is my favorite model, but have come to realize it works best in precious metal.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by Solo118

I have come to the conclusion that the GMT is the best STEEL sports model available. You just can't beat its versatility.

The Daytona is my favorite model, but have come to realize it works best in precious metal.

I agree except for my 116713.

A pix on the day it arrived.

Still looks just the same.

[-RolexMan-]

Had both the GMT & Sub.....the turn off for me is the PCL on the GMT. I endured the PCL on the GMT, but prefer the Sub. I like the PCL look on solid gold watches like the DD & Platona, etc....but not on stainless steel.

[AJMarcus]

Originally Posted by -RolexMan-

Had both the GMT & Sub.....the turn off for me is the PCL on the GMT. I endured the PCL on the GMT, but prefer the Sub. I like the PCL look on solid gold watches like the DD & Platona, etc....but not on stainless steel.

The PCL sort of disappears on the Jubillee. Otherwise, I agree with you on the non PCL Bracelet.

[-RolexMan-]

Originally Posted by AJMarcus

The PCL sort of disappears on the Jubillee. Otherwise, I agree with you on the non PCL Bracelet.

Yeah I agree....the PCL blends into the Jubilee bracelet.

[Oxfordian]

Turned down a GMT as I prefer the simplicity of the Submariner, no cyclops just 3 hands and a twisty bezel, perfect for me.

[S.Explorer]

I agree with you OP but it would be good to have interchangeable bezels and half hour timezones on the latest GMTs.

[Fencer28]

I have both a rootbeer and a sub. I think the GMT and sub lines are pretty much even but if I have to pick I would pick the sub because it is the icon of Rolex along with the TT DJ.

[Galaga167]

This is the most versatile watch that I have. If I had to go down to only one this would be it.

[boogeze]

100% agree

[DoctorsOrders]

I agree he is spot on, I just think it needs to be a BLNR instead of a BLRO!!