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9 November 2009, 11:10 PM

Does anyone know how or where i can get a Genuine pepsi bezel insert for my GMT2.
I live in Raleigh NC and have tried my local dealer, who contacted Rolex. They said that as my watch was supplied with a Red/Black bezel they would only be able to replace it with the same.

Any ideas?

esm · 9 November 2009, 11:21 PM

TRF sellers would be your best option

r.l.x · 9 November 2009, 11:24 PM

Me!!!!

tinstar · 9 November 2009, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by r.l.x

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9 November 2009, 11:44 PM

Great, what's the details.

9 November 2009, 11:45 PM

Thanks, i checked the classifieds but nothing there.

padi56 · 9 November 2009, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dane

Does anyone know how or where i can get a Genuine pepsi bezel insert for my GMT2.
I live in Raleigh NC and have tried my local dealer, who contacted Rolex. They said that as my watch was supplied with a Red/Black bezel they would only be able to replace it with the same.

Any ideas?

Thats the whole point of the GMT to be able to interchange the inserts tell your AD he is talking though where the sun don't shine.Does he expect you to buy a new watch just for a 75$ insert.

Speed · 10 November 2009, 01:02 AM

ADs in the us are like that. I got an earful just broaching the question. I started a thread on this a week or so ago.

Think DavidSW may have some. I decided to stay "Coke" for a while on my new to me GMT ll

submariner16610 · 10 November 2009, 01:19 AM

steve mulholland

sea-dweller · 10 November 2009, 01:30 AM

I was able to get my GMT II bezel swapped from Coke to Pepsi (and keep the original Coke one) at RSC Beverly Hills, when they were still around. I brought in the watch and simply asked them, no issues at all. In fact, they even offered to sell me the all black one.

padi56 · 10 November 2009, 01:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sea-dweller

I was able to get my GMT II bezel swapped from Coke to Pepsi (and keep the original Coke one) at RSC Beverly Hills, when they were still around. I brought in the watch and simply asked them, no issues at all. In fact, they even offered to sell me the all black one.

Precisely afraid some ADs and Rolex USA are getting a bit to big for there boots, time Joe public stuck up for themselves and told Rolex where to go.

Tools · 10 November 2009, 02:31 AM

I find it odd also..

My AD will sell me any color insert for my GMT's if I exchange it..

Idle Swede · 10 November 2009, 02:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dane

Does anyone know how or where i can get a Genuine pepsi bezel insert for my GMT2.
I live in Raleigh NC and have tried my local dealer, who contacted Rolex. They said that as my watch was supplied with a Red/Black bezel they would only be able to replace it with the same.

Any ideas?

Just send a PM to Steve Mulholland, I know he has plenty of them.

Dan Pierce · 10 November 2009, 04:47 AM

It is a real shame you can't purchase an insert or bracelet of your choice for your GMT from an AD in the US.

I understand the counterfeiting issue and I can see having to prove you own a GMT via the serial number. Just seems a lousy way to treat customers.
You literally have to travel to Europe for that kind of customer service.
dP

greekbum · 10 November 2009, 05:34 AM

I think every AD is different in the USA keep trying.
*The key is to find an AD with a watchmaker on site. *
They can order anything available from Rolex. They will not sell you parts like dials etc.If you bring them a watch with say a *part*They can order it for your watch. They may or may not ask for the old parts if you want them plead your case.
And guys for the 1000's time bezel inserts are $50.00-$75.00 new from an AD installed.If you dont have 1 near you find an independent watchmaker with a Rolex parts account.If you want your old one and are scared they will keep it pop a $10.00 repo in there and take it to them like that.

Speed · 10 November 2009, 06:23 AM

Just a warning...if you plan to sell the watch with Papers...The later GMT II watches like mine are coded A for Black & Red, B for Blue & Red and N for Noir (Black) bezels...

Ticky tack, but if you sell to an anal buyer like me just make sure to provide your original bezel insert - unless he /she does not care!

I learned the forgoing on TRF from ZSub and others.

saatchi · 2 January 2010, 07:33 AM

Even in Paris this is the new policy of Rolex ADs. I do not agree with it and am going to buy an aftermarket bezel. i do not think that frustrating the customers is the solution of the counterfeiting issue ...

Any suggestions of aftermarket please ?
Thanks

9 November 2009, 11:10 PM	#1
Dane Guest Posts: n/a	Where can i get a Pepsi insert? Does anyone know how or where i can get a Genuine pepsi bezel insert for my GMT2. I live in Raleigh NC and have tried my local dealer, who contacted Rolex. They said that as my watch was supplied with a Red/Black bezel they would only be able to replace it with the same. Any ideas?

10 November 2009, 01:30 AM	#10
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I was able to get my GMT II bezel swapped from Coke to Pepsi (and keep the original Coke one) at RSC Beverly Hills, when they were still around. I brought in the watch and simply asked them, no issues at all. In fact, they even offered to sell me the all black one. __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

10 November 2009, 02:31 AM	#12
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I find it odd also.. My AD will sell me any color insert for my GMT's if I exchange it.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

10 November 2009, 04:47 AM	#14
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	It is a real shame you can't purchase an insert or bracelet of your choice for your GMT from an AD in the US. I understand the counterfeiting issue and I can see having to prove you own a GMT via the serial number. Just seems a lousy way to treat customers. You literally have to travel to Europe for that kind of customer service. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

10 November 2009, 05:34 AM	#15
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	I think every AD is different in the USA keep trying. The key is to find an AD with a watchmaker on site. They can order anything available from Rolex. They will not sell you parts like dials etc.If you bring them a watch with say a partThey can order it for your watch. They may or may not ask for the old parts if you want them plead your case. And guys for the 1000's time bezel inserts are $50.00-$75.00 new from an AD installed.If you dont have 1 near you find an independent watchmaker with a Rolex parts account.If you want your old one and are scared they will keep it pop a $10.00 repo in there and take it to them like that. __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

9 November 2009, 11:21 PM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	TRF sellers would be your best option

9 November 2009, 11:24 PM	#3
r.l.x Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Rolex 6265 Posts: 148	Me!!!!

9 November 2009, 11:44 PM	#5
Dane Guest Posts: n/a	Great, what's the details.

9 November 2009, 11:45 PM	#6
Dane Guest Posts: n/a	Thanks, i checked the classifieds but nothing there.

10 November 2009, 01:02 AM	#8
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	ADs in the us are like that. I got an earful just broaching the question. I started a thread on this a week or so ago. Think DavidSW may have some. I decided to stay "Coke" for a while on my new to me GMT ll

10 November 2009, 01:19 AM	#9
submariner16610 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: united states Watch: submariner,daytona Posts: 707	steve mulholland

10 November 2009, 06:23 AM	#16
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Just a warning...if you plan to sell the watch with Papers...The later GMT II watches like mine are coded A for Black & Red, B for Blue & Red and N for Noir (Black) bezels... Ticky tack, but if you sell to an anal buyer like me just make sure to provide your original bezel insert - unless he /she does not care! I learned the forgoing on TRF from ZSub and others.

2 January 2010, 07:33 AM	#17
saatchi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Paris - France Posts: 8	Even in Paris this is the new policy of Rolex ADs. I do not agree with it and am going to buy an aftermarket bezel. i do not think that frustrating the customers is the solution of the counterfeiting issue ... Any suggestions of aftermarket please ? Thanks

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