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TheVTCGuy · 19 January 2023, 04:35 PM

Back when I purchased my first Rolex, a GMT ii, there were three options for bezels, Pepsi (Red and Blue) Coke (Red and Black) and Black. I really agonized over which to choose (you can tell this was a LONG time ago, they had all available in the case and available for purchase

). Anyway, I chose the Coke and was very happy with it.

I have been wearing my BLNR for about three weeks and am very happy with it as well.

To those of you that own the Pepsi, more power to you and wear them in good health, but they are just not for me. HOWEVER… I really wish they had the option of a black bezel.

They did in the 116710, why not the 126710? Of course, I wish the Coke was an option as well, hopefully they will introduce that in March, but why stop offering it when transitioning from the 1167 to the 1267?

Honestly, I would like to see it.

Does anyone else desire a black-bezel GMT?

waxy88 · 19 January 2023, 05:09 PM

Personally, I love the subtle cool of the black bezel GMT and the green GMT hand is next level imo.

I would love Rolex to reintroduce this model.

My name would go straight on the list

gmtmister · 19 January 2023, 05:45 PM

The black ceramic bezel was in the Rolex catalog for over 10 years (2007-2018). That might be the reason why you won’t see it coming back any time soon.
It was my first GMT, and served me well…though I always thought it looked too similar to a Sub, and could not get along with polished center links. I sold it as soon as I got the call for the BLRO.

minute_man · 19 January 2023, 05:49 PM

LN, brushed bracelet, white text, red 24hr hand.

please.

Thank you

Macnavara · 19 January 2023, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minute_man

LN, brushed bracelet, white text, red 24hr hand.

please.

Thank you

Yes please

Ichiran · 19 January 2023, 06:50 PM

I prefer to have bi-colour bezel to differentiate between day and night at a quick glance.

Manamana · 19 January 2023, 08:01 PM

GMT is only bi colour bezel now, Black Black too similar to Sub, and only produced by Rolex because it didn't have the technology to produce a ceramic bi-colour bezel to differentiate night from day. Never coming back in my opinion.

thesharkfactor · 19 January 2023, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manamana

and only produced by Rolex because it didn't have the technology to produce a ceramic bi-colour bezel to differentiate night from day. .

Thanks, I learn something every day.

thesharkfactor · 19 January 2023, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manamana

GMT is only bi colour bezel now, Black Black too similar to Sub, and only produced by Rolex because it didn't have the technology to produce a ceramic bi-colour bezel to differentiate night from day. Never coming back in my opinion.

Thanks. I learn something every day.

ROLEX* · 19 January 2023, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manamana

GMT is only bi colour bezel now, Black Black too similar to Sub, and only produced by Rolex because it didn't have the technology to produce a ceramic bi-colour bezel to differentiate night from day. Never coming back in my opinion.

But why they have Black bezel in the 5 digit back then?

minute_man · 19 January 2023, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLEX*

But why they have Black bezel in the 5 digit back then?

travisb · 19 January 2023, 08:50 PM

I prefer bi-color bezels on the GMT but could see them bringing back the all black. I'm sure it would be a very warm welcomed return.

VegasMilgauss · 19 January 2023, 08:52 PM

Such a cool watch, Joni Mitchell was a right.

Harry-57 · 19 January 2023, 08:54 PM

I'm not interested but I bet they would sell well. I'm sure Rolex will slide one back in at some stage.

brandrea · 19 January 2023, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ichiran

I prefer to have bi-colour bezel to differentiate between day and night at a quick glance.

Same.

Manamana · 19 January 2023, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ROLEX*

But why they have Black bezel in the 5 digit back then?

Because some pilots were complaining that the Pepsi was like a clown watch and they wanted something respectable in formal black to wear with their suits. Different times.

faimag · 19 January 2023, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmtmister

The black ceramic bezel was in the Rolex catalog for over 10 years (2007-2018). That might be the reason why you won’t see it coming back any time soon.
It was my first GMT, and served me well…though I always thought it looked too similar to a Sub, and could not get along with polished center links. I sold it as soon as I got the call for the BLRO.

I had exactly the same experience but with the 5 digits. My first rolex was a black GMT Master, then I purchased a black sub and they looked very similar, so I switched the GMT to pepsi and never went back.

DJ2020 · 19 January 2023, 09:35 PM

I would buy a all black GMT in a heartbeat. I do like the Batman/ Batgirl, Pepsi not so much. Have always liked the all black GMT.

1William · 19 January 2023, 10:15 PM

I own the BLRO and the BLNR and would gladly add a Black Bezel model or the Black and red to my collection.

Onequik135i · 19 January 2023, 10:31 PM

I hope they never build a newer 116710LN, keep it the way it was originally designed.

OG1982 · 19 January 2023, 10:47 PM

Rolex discontinued the LN, only they know why. Maybe it was too similar to the Submariner?

Rushne · 19 January 2023, 10:51 PM

Nope.

Do some other solid colour.
Slate grey dial and grey bezel would be great.
All blue would be nice.

Crown & Shield · 19 January 2023, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minute_man

LN, brushed bracelet, white text, red 24hr hand.

please.

Thank you

This, and maybe also a satin dial and a glidelock clasp.

espanol · 19 January 2023, 11:02 PM

I don't have the funds for another watch, but a black-bezel GMT seems to make sense and would make a lot of people happy. So I'm all for it.

Cru Jones · 19 January 2023, 11:21 PM

Yes (but with a more subtle font).

minute_man · 19 January 2023, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Yes (but with a more subtle font).

Yes, this as well

JPS · 19 January 2023, 11:33 PM

I remember when this model was first released & the threads blew up on this forum back in the day. It was a very controversial release from Rolex because of the GMT now introducing PCL's to the line & I recall many people on here buying the watch & then getting rid as they could not live with the blingy factor that the GMT had now moved to & all of the scratches as well.

JRell · 19 January 2023, 11:44 PM

I think if someone was looking for an all black sports rolex, yes. I am aiming for the Daytona for that purpose, or the 124060 is a great option. I love the pop of blue on my BLNR currently, so I don’t see it as an improvement for me. I would actually prefer an all blue bezel!

amh · 19 January 2023, 11:56 PM

Rolex should somehow address the overall GMT shortage. Adding another model would just make things worse.

Stop making TT Datejusts for a month and pump out a ton of GMTs, please! I want to get "the call!"

jimcarver · 19 January 2023, 11:56 PM

I used to have one, but after a while started to think the sub looked better (less busy bezel and brushed centre links). But I did like the GMT hand.

But my guess would be that most people picked the black sub over the GMT

19 January 2023, 04:35 PM	#1
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	Do you want to see a black bezel GMT? Back when I purchased my first Rolex, a GMT ii, there were three options for bezels, Pepsi (Red and Blue) Coke (Red and Black) and Black. I really agonized over which to choose (you can tell this was a LONG time ago, they had all available in the case and available for purchase ). Anyway, I chose the Coke and was very happy with it. I have been wearing my BLNR for about three weeks and am very happy with it as well. To those of you that own the Pepsi, more power to you and wear them in good health, but they are just not for me. HOWEVER… I really wish they had the option of a black bezel. They did in the 116710, why not the 126710? Of course, I wish the Coke was an option as well, hopefully they will introduce that in March, but why stop offering it when transitioning from the 1167 to the 1267? Honestly, I would like to see it. Does anyone else desire a black-bezel GMT?

19 January 2023, 05:49 PM	#4
minute_man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Real Name: Basil Location: Athens, GR Watch: BoctokKomandirskie Posts: 2,881	LN, brushed bracelet, white text, red 24hr hand. please. Thank you __________________ 2FA Enabled

19 January 2023, 09:35 PM	#18
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,484	I would buy a all black GMT in a heartbeat. I do like the Batman/ Batgirl, Pepsi not so much. Have always liked the all black GMT. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

19 January 2023, 10:31 PM	#20
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,573	I hope they never build a newer 116710LN, keep it the way it was originally designed. __________________ 16750 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Ed White 321 / PAM111 / PAM170

19 January 2023, 10:51 PM	#22
Rushne 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Watch: White 116500LN Posts: 876	Nope. Do some other solid colour. Slate grey dial and grey bezel would be great. All blue would be nice. __________________ Omega: Seamaster Professional 300M 2220.80.00 Rolex: Daytona White Dial 116500LN Rolex: Sky-Dweller Blue Dial Jubilee 336934 Rolex: DateJust 36 Roman White Dial Oyster 126234 Rolex: OP 36 Celebration Dial 126000 Panerai: PAM 422 Patek Philippe: Aquanaut 5167A A. Lange & Söhne: 1815 Annual Calendar @mechanicaltom Stolen: IWC Portuguese 500107 Case number 3853222

19 January 2023, 05:09 PM	#2
waxy88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Hertfordshire Posts: 362	Personally, I love the subtle cool of the black bezel GMT and the green GMT hand is next level imo. I would love Rolex to reintroduce this model. My name would go straight on the list

19 January 2023, 05:45 PM	#3
gmtmister "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Citizen of Earth Posts: 383	The black ceramic bezel was in the Rolex catalog for over 10 years (2007-2018). That might be the reason why you won’t see it coming back any time soon. It was my first GMT, and served me well…though I always thought it looked too similar to a Sub, and could not get along with polished center links. I sold it as soon as I got the call for the BLRO.

19 January 2023, 06:50 PM	#6
Ichiran 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Michael Location: Near beach Watch: PB1967 Posts: 8,165	I prefer to have bi-colour bezel to differentiate between day and night at a quick glance.

19 January 2023, 08:01 PM	#7
Manamana "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Here and There Posts: 802	GMT is only bi colour bezel now, Black Black too similar to Sub, and only produced by Rolex because it didn't have the technology to produce a ceramic bi-colour bezel to differentiate night from day. Never coming back in my opinion.

19 January 2023, 08:50 PM	#12
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	I prefer bi-color bezels on the GMT but could see them bringing back the all black. I'm sure it would be a very warm welcomed return.

19 January 2023, 08:52 PM	#13
VegasMilgauss "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: UK Posts: 1,030	Such a cool watch, Joni Mitchell was a right.

19 January 2023, 08:54 PM	#14
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,670	I'm not interested but I bet they would sell well. I'm sure Rolex will slide one back in at some stage.

19 January 2023, 10:15 PM	#19
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,776	I own the BLRO and the BLNR and would gladly add a Black Bezel model or the Black and red to my collection.

19 January 2023, 10:47 PM	#21
OG1982 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2020 Real Name: Ollie Location: UK Watch: Sub41 OP36 & DJ36 Posts: 2,026	Rolex discontinued the LN, only they know why. Maybe it was too similar to the Submariner?

19 January 2023, 11:02 PM	#24
espanol 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Mitchell Location: EST, EAT Watch: Trusty Explorer Posts: 1,082	I don't have the funds for another watch, but a black-bezel GMT seems to make sense and would make a lot of people happy. So I'm all for it.

19 January 2023, 11:21 PM	#25
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,299	Yes (but with a more subtle font).

19 January 2023, 11:33 PM	#27
JPS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Jonathan Location: UK Watch: 116500 White&Black Posts: 1,360	I remember when this model was first released & the threads blew up on this forum back in the day. It was a very controversial release from Rolex because of the GMT now introducing PCL's to the line & I recall many people on here buying the watch & then getting rid as they could not live with the blingy factor that the GMT had now moved to & all of the scratches as well.

19 January 2023, 11:44 PM	#28
JRell "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Pittsburgh Watch: 126710BLNR Jubilee Posts: 7,084	I think if someone was looking for an all black sports rolex, yes. I am aiming for the Daytona for that purpose, or the 124060 is a great option. I love the pop of blue on my BLNR currently, so I don’t see it as an improvement for me. I would actually prefer an all blue bezel! __________________ 126710 BLNR Jubilee

19 January 2023, 11:56 PM	#29
amh "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tejas Watch: Various Posts: 5,082	Rolex should somehow address the overall GMT shortage. Adding another model would just make things worse. Stop making TT Datejusts for a month and pump out a ton of GMTs, please! I want to get "the call!"

19 January 2023, 11:56 PM	#30
jimcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Abroad Posts: 829	I used to have one, but after a while started to think the sub looked better (less busy bezel and brushed centre links). But I did like the GMT hand. But my guess would be that most people picked the black sub over the GMT

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