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Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 12:06 AM

I love my GMT IIc I bought BNIB in April (my first Rolex) and use the 2nd time zone a lot since all of my family lives in Germany but the only thing that drives me crazy is how fast the PCL’s pick up scratches and you can see all fingerprints on them what drives me nuts!
I know it’s a sport watch and shouldn’t be pampered but I still don’t like it.
Since the first time I saw the new Sub-C green 116610LV pics here on TRF I felt in love with the watch as well and threats like “Show me you Sub-C 116610LV with all the beautiful pictures just make me would like to have one very bad.If I would buy the SubLV then the GMT had to go!
What to do since I really love booth but only can have one at this time?
Thanks for your guys input on this “Dilemma"

dddrees · 31 December 2010, 12:13 AM

The grass is always greener. I mean thats why I have more than one. There's always something a bit appealing about the next one that the current one just does not do. I Luv my GMTCII, but I also Luv my Sub LV.

I recommend you save for the SubLv and that way you can have and enjoy both.

EvEr34 · 31 December 2010, 12:18 AM

Do what makes you happy.

London Gent · 31 December 2010, 12:21 AM

The LV will still get scratched.

Fingerprint issue vs timezone functionality that someone actually genuinely needs... hold off on the swap and save for the LV.

marcinthemiddle · 31 December 2010, 12:23 AM

Have the PCL's brushed with a satin finish to match the rest of the watch...several members here have done it, and I think it looks great! Good luck on whatever you decide to do!

Nicko · 31 December 2010, 12:24 AM

Buy the one that makes you happy. There is always going to be something out there that you like more than the one you have but we can't have them all, well at least some of us can't. I am testimony to this always trying to find the perfect one and now I have the one I want and the rest are beautiful as well but you have to be happy with what you have.

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by London Gent

The LV will still get scratched.

Fingerprint issue vs timezone functionality that someone actually genuinely needs... hold off on the swap and save for the LV.

My AD told me that he could send the watch to RSC in Florida and have them brush the bracelet to get rid of the PCL....he said that he had done that before for some of his clients. Something I was thinking about as well!

Kiddodoc · 31 December 2010, 12:32 AM

Frank,
I know you pain but if you can save for the LV it would go well with a green cycling jersey and you don't have to get rid of the GMT. :)

Nicko · 31 December 2010, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

My AD told me that he could send the watch to RSC in Florida and have them brush the bracelet to get rid of the PCL....he said that he had done that before for some of his clients. Something I was thinking about as well!

Why would you have to send the entire watch just to brush the bracelet? BTW, there are a few threads here that will show you how to do it yourself with professional results..

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by marcinthemiddle

Have the PCL's brushed with a satin finish to match the rest of the watch...several members here have done it, and I think it looks great! Good luck on whatever you decide to do!

I'm thinking about that for quit some time and already talked to my AD...no problem he says and he would take care of it.. +- $75 for the all brushed satin finish.

marcinthemiddle · 31 December 2010, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicko

Why would you have to send the entire watch just to brush the bracelet? BTW, there are a few threads here that will show you how to do it yourself with professional results..

That's right! Saves you lots of time and $$$...

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicko

Why would you have to send the entire watch just to brush the bracelet? BTW, there are a few threads here that will show you how to do it yourself with professional results..

Sorry, my mistake....only the bracelet would be send. I don't think I would like to do this myself. A professional would be my way to go!

ingoodtime · 31 December 2010, 12:44 AM

I also feel the pull of the new LV and would have to sell my IIC to be able to afford another watch. Like you, I enjoy my GMT and know I would miss it and the classic black
dial. On top of that, even if I sold the IIC privately, I am going to take a financial hit. On top of that, I'd have to cough up the monetary shortfall. Real world cost to me to make the swap would be probably three thousand with tax. I'd rather save and maybe get a pre owned in a few years. Besides that, I think the green dial will be noticed and identified more quickly as a Rolex which can be good and bad. Some people enjoy the attention and some do not.

Nicko · 31 December 2010, 12:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

Sorry, my mistake....only the bracelet would be send. I don't think I would like to do this myself. A professional would be my way to go!

Understandable....Either way, brushed is the way to go...

dieseldragon · 31 December 2010, 12:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

Sorry, my mistake....only the bracelet would be send. I don't think I would like to do this myself. A professional would be my way to go!

Its not rocket science to satin brush it yourself, search and look at the threads, you will save yourself the 75$ and the pain of being without your watch.

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 12:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kiddodoc

Frank,
I know you pain but if you can save for the LV it would go well with a green cycling jersey and you don't have to get rid of the GMT. :)

You are right about the green jersey, but I don't wear a watch when I cycle...use my Heart Rate monitor.
By the way I lived in SA from 02-09 before we got stationed here in GA last year.

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 01:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dieseldragon

Its not rocket science to satin brush it yourself, search and look at the threads, you will save yourself the 75$ and the pain of being without your watch.

I will look it up but wouldn't mind to spend the money for a perfect job. I'm just very picky and would hate myself for messing it up just to save $75.
This would give my other watches some extra wrist time since I like to wear my GMT most of the time!

dhh · 31 December 2010, 01:10 AM

The brushed center links look great.

here is the thread

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...d+center+links

Here is another

http://www.minus4plus6.com/116710.htm#brushed

Watch Professor · 31 December 2010, 01:33 AM

The Green is a beautiful watch, but I would own it as a second or third Rolex. It is too limiting for an everyday watch. If the scratches bother you, do what I do by touching up the center links every couple of months (carefully) with a Cape Cod cloth.

MortgageGuy · 31 December 2010, 02:23 AM

I would also keep your IIc, the Green ceramic is NOT an everyday watch IMO... I have one and it DOES stand out! I love it but often wear my IIc or Black Ceramic as they seem to fly under the radar.

The dial of the LV C often looks balck rather than green but the watch still "pops". Take this from a guy that is on his fourth IIc, I have flipped them all but I do believe this one is a keeper...

As for the scratches, I personally dont mind then and would NEVER bruch the bracelet. I like the pcl's as this sets this watch apart from my subs

Good Luck and here is a picture for you

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 05:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MortgageGuy

I would also keep your IIc, the Green ceramic is NOT an everyday watch IMO... I have one and it DOES stand out! I love it but often wear my IIc or Black Ceramic as they seem to fly under the radar.

The dial of the LV C often looks balck rather than green but the watch still "pops". Take this from a guy that is on his fourth IIc, I have flipped them all but I do believe this one is a keeper...

As for the scratches, I personally dont mind then and would NEVER bruch the bracelet. I like the pcl's as this sets this watch apart from my subs

Good Luck and here is a picture for you

Thank you very much for the picture...It's great to see all the three watches next to each other and reminds me again why I felt in love with my GMT in the first place.

MortgageGuy · 31 December 2010, 05:47 AM

you got it, the IIc is a true "looker"

Kevin Barrett · 31 December 2010, 06:03 AM

Just wait until you have worn the watch for another year,the scratches are a non issue.The entire band eventually shines with a soft sheen. PCL's don't get scratched so much as the matt surfaces get their own shine,believe this,I wear the watch daily and it just looks better and better.

The polished links and the unpolished links are basically identical.You really should just wear the watch and not obsess over every little mark.I feel
a matt band will eventually burnish a little and then you won't like that either.
Just my 2 cents,worth what you paid.

jeremyam · 31 December 2010, 06:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

I love my GMT IIc I bought BNIB in April (my first Rolex) and use the 2nd time zone a lot since all of my family lives in Germany but the only thing that drives me crazy is how fast the PCL’s pick up scratches and you can see all fingerprints on them what drives me nuts!
I know it’s a sport watch and shouldn’t be pampered but I still don’t like it.
Since the first time I saw the new Sub-C green 116610LV pics here on TRF I felt in love with the watch as well and threats like “Show me you Sub-C 116610LV with all the beautiful pictures just make me would like to have one very bad.If I would buy the SubLV then the GMT had to go!
What to do since I really love booth but only can have one at this time?
Thanks for your guys input on this “Dilemma"

pinarello!

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jeremyam

pinarello!

Prince!

esm · 31 December 2010, 10:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

Since the first time I saw the new Sub-C green 116610LV pics here on TRF I felt in love with the watch as well and threats like “Show me you Sub-C 116610LV with all the beautiful pictures just make me would like to have one very bad.If I would buy the SubLV then the GMT had to go!
What to do since I really love booth but only can have one at this time?
Thanks for your guys input on this “Dilemma"

116610LN could be the winner

JBat · 31 December 2010, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frankie13

I love my GMT IIc I bought BNIB in April (my first Rolex) and use the 2nd time zone a lot since all of my family lives in Germany but the only thing that drives me crazy is how fast the PCL’s pick up scratches and you can see all fingerprints on them what drives me nuts!
I know it’s a sport watch and shouldn’t be pampered but I still don’t like it.
Since the first time I saw the new Sub-C green 116610LV pics here on TRF I felt in love with the watch as well and threats like “Show me you Sub-C 116610LV with all the beautiful pictures just make me would like to have one very bad.If I would buy the SubLV then the GMT had to go!
What to do since I really love booth but only can have one at this time?
Thanks for your guys input on this “Dilemma"

If I may make a suggestion, the IIc is a great watch, but, if you really like the GMT, you could always flip it for a Coke, Pepsi or black (or all three) 16710. They are also great watches, more in line with the tool watch history of Rolex (no PCL's or other shiny bits) and they look terrific. I just did it myself, and I'm very happy with the decision. I think every collection should have at least one GMT in it.

axecollector65 · 31 December 2010, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBat

If I may make a suggestion, the IIc is a great watch, but, if you really like the GMT, you could always flip it for a Coke, Pepsi or black (or all three) 16710. They are also great watches, more in line with the tool watch history of Rolex (no PCL's or other shiny bits) and they look terrific. I just did it myself, and I'm very happy with the decision. I think every collection should have at least one GMT in it.

+1

karmatp · 31 December 2010, 11:50 AM

Just get the bracelet brushed like many have already done and enjoy the watch you already own.

Frankie13 · 31 December 2010, 03:16 PM

Well, I decided to keep my beautiful GMT and just wait a little longer and then buy a BNIB SubC LV. This way I don’t loose any money with selling my GMT and the money saved I can put towards the LV.
I think I use the GMT option way to much and would really miss it and then regret my decision very quick.
Now I just enjoy the thoughts of working towards the LV what can be very exiting as well!
Thanks a lot for all your input since this is much appreciated!

31 December 2010, 12:06 AM	#1
Frankie13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: US Watch: 116610LV Posts: 434	Dilemma and don’t know what to do I love my GMT IIc I bought BNIB in April (my first Rolex) and use the 2nd time zone a lot since all of my family lives in Germany but the only thing that drives me crazy is how fast the PCL’s pick up scratches and you can see all fingerprints on them what drives me nuts! I know it’s a sport watch and shouldn’t be pampered but I still don’t like it. Since the first time I saw the new Sub-C green 116610LV pics here on TRF I felt in love with the watch as well and threats like “Show me you Sub-C 116610LV with all the beautiful pictures just make me would like to have one very bad.If I would buy the SubLV then the GMT had to go! What to do since I really love booth but only can have one at this time? Thanks for your guys input on this “Dilemma"

31 December 2010, 12:23 AM	#5
marcinthemiddle Vacated Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Marc Location: Connecticut Watch: PAM 111 'N' Posts: 2,558	Have the PCL's brushed with a satin finish to match the rest of the watch...several members here have done it, and I think it looks great! Good luck on whatever you decide to do! __________________ NAWCC Member Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons Executive Dorklehead

31 December 2010, 12:44 AM	#13
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	I also feel the pull of the new LV and would have to sell my IIC to be able to afford another watch. Like you, I enjoy my GMT and know I would miss it and the classic black dial. On top of that, even if I sold the IIC privately, I am going to take a financial hit. On top of that, I'd have to cough up the monetary shortfall. Real world cost to me to make the swap would be probably three thousand with tax. I'd rather save and maybe get a pre owned in a few years. Besides that, I think the green dial will be noticed and identified more quickly as a Rolex which can be good and bad. Some people enjoy the attention and some do not. __________________ Lee

31 December 2010, 02:23 AM	#20
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	I would also keep your IIc, the Green ceramic is NOT an everyday watch IMO... I have one and it DOES stand out! I love it but often wear my IIc or Black Ceramic as they seem to fly under the radar. The dial of the LV C often looks balck rather than green but the watch still "pops". Take this from a guy that is on his fourth IIc, I have flipped them all but I do believe this one is a keeper... As for the scratches, I personally dont mind then and would NEVER bruch the bracelet. I like the pcl's as this sets this watch apart from my subs Good Luck and here is a picture for you __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

31 December 2010, 05:47 AM	#22
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	you got it, the IIc is a true "looker" __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

31 December 2010, 12:13 AM	#2
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	The grass is always greener. I mean thats why I have more than one. There's always something a bit appealing about the next one that the current one just does not do. I Luv my GMTCII, but I also Luv my Sub LV. I recommend you save for the SubLv and that way you can have and enjoy both.

31 December 2010, 12:18 AM	#3
EvEr34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 1,909	Do what makes you happy.

31 December 2010, 12:21 AM	#4
London Gent "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: London Posts: 196	The LV will still get scratched. Fingerprint issue vs timezone functionality that someone actually genuinely needs... hold off on the swap and save for the LV.

31 December 2010, 12:24 AM	#6
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Buy the one that makes you happy. There is always going to be something out there that you like more than the one you have but we can't have them all, well at least some of us can't. I am testimony to this always trying to find the perfect one and now I have the one I want and the rest are beautiful as well but you have to be happy with what you have.

31 December 2010, 12:32 AM	#8
Kiddodoc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: Texas Watch: 15 and counting! Posts: 3,531	Frank, I know you pain but if you can save for the LV it would go well with a green cycling jersey and you don't have to get rid of the GMT. :)

31 December 2010, 01:10 AM	#18
dhh "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NE Posts: 421	The brushed center links look great. here is the thread http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...d+center+links Here is another http://www.minus4plus6.com/116710.htm#brushed

31 December 2010, 01:33 AM	#19
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	The Green is a beautiful watch, but I would own it as a second or third Rolex. It is too limiting for an everyday watch. If the scratches bother you, do what I do by touching up the center links every couple of months (carefully) with a Cape Cod cloth.

31 December 2010, 06:03 AM	#23
Kevin Barrett "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 45	Just wait until you have worn the watch for another year,the scratches are a non issue.The entire band eventually shines with a soft sheen. PCL's don't get scratched so much as the matt surfaces get their own shine,believe this,I wear the watch daily and it just looks better and better. The polished links and the unpolished links are basically identical.You really should just wear the watch and not obsess over every little mark.I feel a matt band will eventually burnish a little and then you won't like that either. Just my 2 cents,worth what you paid.

31 December 2010, 11:50 AM	#29
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Just get the bracelet brushed like many have already done and enjoy the watch you already own. __________________ My grails:

31 December 2010, 03:16 PM	#30
Frankie13 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: US Watch: 116610LV Posts: 434	Well, I decided to keep my beautiful GMT and just wait a little longer and then buy a BNIB SubC LV. This way I don’t loose any money with selling my GMT and the money saved I can put towards the LV. I think I use the GMT option way to much and would really miss it and then regret my decision very quick. Now I just enjoy the thoughts of working towards the LV what can be very exiting as well! Thanks a lot for all your input since this is much appreciated!

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