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altoonabcm157 · 29 September 2010, 05:57 AM

Does anyone know if it is possible to replace the bracelet on a z serial GMT Master II with the bracelet and clasp from a GMT Master IIC? The one thing I have always felt was a little lacking in the sport models is the bracelet and clasp and I wanted to know if it could be upgraded to the better quality bracelets and clasps on the new models. Thanks for any input.

Submarino · 29 September 2010, 07:02 AM

I don't think it will fit the older case. Not sure!

altoonabcm157 · 29 September 2010, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Submarino

I don't think it will fit the older case. Not sure!

I was pretty sure the lug width was the same, I was under the impression that the only real change was the width of the outside of the lugs, not the inside but im not sure eitjer so i figured someone here may have tried.

Perdu · 29 September 2010, 09:59 AM

But why would you want to turn your nice GMT II into a frankenwatch?

docmarioce · 29 September 2010, 10:00 AM

It might fit. When I had my GMT IIc I switched bracelets with my SD and it came out all right. Hope it helps.

altoonabcm157 · 29 September 2010, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Perdu

But why would you want to turn your nice GMT II into a frankenwatch?

I love both my gmt's but I just wish the clasp was on par with the rest of the watch. I guess I was more curious just Incase I wanted to try.

altoonabcm157 · 29 September 2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by docmarioce

It might fit. When I had my GMT IIc I switched bracelets with my SD and it came out all right. Hope it helps.

Maybe ill go to my AD and see if theyll let me give it a shot.

Tools · 29 September 2010, 11:07 AM

I do not see any reason why it will not fit. The machined lip on the back of the GMT IIc is deeper than the 16710, and the back half of the bracelet SEL shell is slightly thicker, so it will fit with a bit of a shelf on the backside...

Your biggest problem will be getting hold of one of the new 1,300 dollar newer bracelets.. Rolex does not sell parts seperately.

altoonabcm157 · 29 September 2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

I do not see any reason why it will not fit. The machined lip on the back of the GMT IIc is deeper than the 16710, and the back half of the bracelet SEL shell is slightly thicker, so it will fit with a bit of a shelf on the backside...

Your biggest problem will be getting hold of one of the new 1,300 dollar newer bracelets.. Rolex does not sell parts seperately.

If i was going to do it I was going to get the whole bracelet and clasp I was just concerned it the bracelet was compatible with the watch case or it it woulld not fit at all. I was also curious if anyone did it at all and would it look weird since it wasnt designed to go together. Might be a fun experiment.

VDENTALS · 29 September 2010, 11:16 AM

Mendota · 29 September 2010, 01:22 PM

Looks like Vdental's signature shows that he owns both an 116710 GMTIIc and a 16710 GMT Master II. He just posted pics of a GMTIIc with a sea dweller band but ask him to swap the GMT bands and snap some pics. I bet he will.

roger0770 · 29 September 2010, 02:40 PM

i think someone fit his sub-c bracelet on a sub-date before, and it worked. i am assuming the same can be done for the gmt-ii and ii-c.

29 September 2010, 05:57 AM	#1
altoonabcm157 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Brent Location: Northern NJ Watch: 16710 Posts: 46	GMT Master II question Does anyone know if it is possible to replace the bracelet on a z serial GMT Master II with the bracelet and clasp from a GMT Master IIC? The one thing I have always felt was a little lacking in the sport models is the bracelet and clasp and I wanted to know if it could be upgraded to the better quality bracelets and clasps on the new models. Thanks for any input.

29 September 2010, 07:02 AM	#2
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	I don't think it will fit the older case. Not sure! __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

29 September 2010, 09:59 AM	#4
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	But why would you want to turn your nice GMT II into a frankenwatch? __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

29 September 2010, 11:07 AM	#8
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	I do not see any reason why it will not fit. The machined lip on the back of the GMT IIc is deeper than the 16710, and the back half of the bracelet SEL shell is slightly thicker, so it will fit with a bit of a shelf on the backside... Your biggest problem will be getting hold of one of the new 1,300 dollar newer bracelets.. Rolex does not sell parts seperately. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

29 September 2010, 11:16 AM	#10
VDENTALS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: TEXAS Watch: ROLEX LV Posts: 156	Gmt c with sd BAND Attached Images __________________ GMT MASTER IIC 116710 M GMT MASTER ll 16710 M SUBMARINER 16610 LV M SUBMARINER 16613 M

29 September 2010, 10:00 AM	#5
docmarioce "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida Watch: 16610 Posts: 476	It might fit. When I had my GMT IIc I switched bracelets with my SD and it came out all right. Hope it helps.

29 September 2010, 01:22 PM	#11
Mendota "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: MN Watch: OP36 Blue 3-6-9 Posts: 2,195	Looks like Vdental's signature shows that he owns both an 116710 GMTIIc and a 16710 GMT Master II. He just posted pics of a GMTIIc with a sea dweller band but ask him to swap the GMT bands and snap some pics. I bet he will.

29 September 2010, 02:40 PM	#12
roger0770 Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: On Earth Watch: A Few Posts: 1,510	i think someone fit his sub-c bracelet on a sub-date before, and it worked. i am assuming the same can be done for the gmt-ii and ii-c.

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