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Old 16 January 2011, 01:07 AM   #1
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GMT II or Sea Dweller...which one?

Just curious if you had to choose one (GMT II 116710) over the other (Sea Dweller 16600), which would you choose and why?

Not sure if there was a previous thread on this topic.

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Old 16 January 2011, 01:10 AM   #2
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Sea Dweller 16600 X 10000% cos it is a real legend in the rolex family
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Old 16 January 2011, 01:32 AM   #3
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Well, I already have a Series Y Sub...and a GMTII Pepsi.

I would pick the GMTIIC over the Dweller, but that's due to my collection - and the fact that I like the Maxi dial, Ceramic Insert and the green on the dial / 4th hand. This would be my first watch with PCLs as well.

That's the way I think - but it would be interesting to hear what you are factoring into your decision.
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Old 16 January 2011, 01:34 AM   #4
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Old 16 January 2011, 01:37 AM   #5
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Another vote for the GMT
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Old 16 January 2011, 01:47 AM   #6
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Old 16 January 2011, 03:24 AM   #7
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Well, I already have a Series Y Sub...and a GMTII Pepsi.

I would pick the GMTIIC over the Dweller, but that's due to my collection - and the fact that I like the Maxi dial, Ceramic Insert and the green on the dial / 4th hand. This would be my first watch with PCLs as well.

That's the way I think - but it would be interesting to hear what you are factoring into your decision.
I saw a GMT II on a co-worker at a meeting this past week and it looked awesome. I know the Sea Dweller is a classic too. I do like the ceramic bezel and the maxi dial on the GMT, but Like the all-brushed look compared to the the PCLs.
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:14 AM   #8
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SD for me, more tool and less shine.
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:17 AM   #9
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GMT as I would actually use it for it's intended purpose
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:23 AM   #10
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Another vote for the GMTc.
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:25 AM   #11
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SD, I like the NO cyclops on a tool watch; also NO branded rehault. It really retains the classic tool watch image.
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:46 AM   #12
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:53 AM   #13
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Choice follows function

Do you travel across timezones? Do you dive recreationally or professionally?

My preference as I travel is for the GMTII.
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Old 16 January 2011, 04:55 AM   #14
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Old 16 January 2011, 05:01 AM   #15
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SD over GMT IIC.
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Old 16 January 2011, 05:25 AM   #16
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GMT but prefer the two tone
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Old 16 January 2011, 05:37 AM   #17
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Sea Dweller by far. It's a timeless classic, and much better looking.
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Old 16 January 2011, 06:03 AM   #18
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Sea Dweller by a hair.
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Old 16 January 2011, 06:25 AM   #19
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SD any day. I really doubt the utility of the GMT.
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Old 16 January 2011, 06:29 AM   #20
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GMT IIc, I prefer the functions and the bracelet on it
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Old 16 January 2011, 06:31 AM   #21
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Another vote for the SD
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Old 16 January 2011, 06:49 AM   #22
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Sea Dweller 16600 without a single doubt or hesitation. I have owned both and the SD was the one I found to be a true keeper.
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Old 16 January 2011, 07:10 AM   #23
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I wear the GMT most of the time. It is so comfortable the sometimes I dont even know that I wearing it.

However, If I have only one choice, to have only one .............It has to be the Seadweller. Thats why I have 4. Seadweller is legendary in its own right. beautiful, none like it. Not even the Sub.
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Old 16 January 2011, 07:31 AM   #24
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SD for me.
Have always wanted one. I may actually look around for me
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Old 16 January 2011, 07:46 AM   #25
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Sea Dweller over the GMTII c, but older GMT II over the SD. Not a fan of the bling and sapphire.
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Old 16 January 2011, 07:50 AM   #26
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Old 16 January 2011, 08:06 AM   #27
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116710 over 16600.

It has maxi dial, AR coating, ceramic bezel, blu parachrom hairspring, and the BRACELET/CLASP!

I think the clasp is a good enough reason on it's own. Go to the AD and try them both on if they still have a 16600 in stock. You will see what I'm talking about.
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Old 16 January 2011, 08:21 AM   #28
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Just curious if you had to choose one (GMT II 116710) over the other (Sea Dweller 16600), which would you choose and why?

Not sure if there was a previous thread on this topic.

Look forward to seeing your comments.
I couldn't decide so I got them both! (116713 and 16600)......
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Old 16 January 2011, 08:29 AM   #29
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Old 16 January 2011, 08:38 AM   #30
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