GMT2 16710 review

[jasper]

Hi Newbie here - name's jasper

I'm wondering what the water resistance is of the GMT.

I've been wearing my Omega Speedmaster Pro for the last ten years and have always told myself it's the only watch I'll ever need (I really do love it). But in my heart of hearts I've always wanted a Rolex. Next year I'm taking an international assignment so this seems like the perfect time to buy a muti time zone Rolex right?

Well, the deal is the Speedy is not even a bit waterproof, and I'm thinking a sub would actually be better choice, just to round out the collection you know. Thing is I don't go in the water much at all, and when I do it's only splashing around with the kids.

Will the GMT go swimming safely ?

[nyyankees]

Should be good for 330 ft I think!

[Incurable]

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[Mario]

Thats just like my GMTII with the black bezel. It looks good and not to flashy.

[CPCC]

All the bezels look good but the black is really dashing.

[JBat]

The Coke GMT is sweet!

[portable75]

I love my GMT II. Best purchase ever

[sea-dweller]

Great review and timepiece. I own a T series 16710 with the "Pepsi" bezel insert.

[bgriz]

Read this again, it makes me want the GMT II even more. Great review!

[kcmo]

Really cool everyone!

[sea-dweller]

Good review and great watch !!!

[marshallr47]

Great review Roger. Good reading. One of my favs.

[tommy_uk77]

good review,but now where still can find brand new 16710 ?

[superdelsol]

I looked at a few new 16710's at 2 different AD's here in Tucson AZ, USA just a month ago. One AD had the "Pepsi" and Black bezel available, but had already marked them up to $5750. Another AD had had a "Pepsi" in the safe and it was still at the pre-price increase price of $5075. I almost bought the "Pepsi" but the red/blue just didn't smile at me, so I decided to get a pre-owned 16710 in red/black "Coke" colors. I keep reading that the 16710 is discontinued, but it's still in the catalog. Maybe Rolex will keep it around for a few more years like they did with the original GMT Master after the GMT Master II came out. I really like the 16710 in "Coke" and am pleased that I was able to find a mint "Late A series" example with box and papers for $3500. The $1500+ I saved over new will go towards the next one, I'm thinking Yacht-Master. I've seen some speculators selling the "Last" of the 16710's at a premium because they are "discontinued" or have the "Rare" stick dial with "GMT Master ll" instead of the usual roman numeral "GMT Master II". I've also read that a number of people have verified that the latest 16710's have the GMT2C caliber.

[tommy_uk77]

Originally Posted by superdelsol

I looked at a few new 16710's at 2 different AD's here in Tucson AZ, USA just a month ago. One AD had the "Pepsi" and Black bezel available, but had already marked them up to $5750. Another AD had had a "Pepsi" in the safe and it was still at the pre-price increase price of $5075. I almost bought the "Pepsi" but the red/blue just didn't smile at me, so I decided to get a pre-owned 16710 in red/black "Coke" colors. I keep reading that the 16710 is discontinued, but it's still in the catalog. Maybe Rolex will keep it around for a few more years like they did with the original GMT Master after the GMT Master II came out. I really like the 16710 in "Coke" and am pleased that I was able to find a mint "Late A series" example with box and papers for $3500. The $1500+ I saved over new will go towards the next one, I'm thinking Yacht-Master. I've seen some speculators selling the "Last" of the 16710's at a premium because they are "discontinued" or have the "Rare" stick dial with "GMT Master ll" instead of the usual roman numeral "GMT Master II". I've also read that a number of people have verified that the latest 16710's have the GMT2C caliber.

hi can share which AD selling 16710 Pepsi $5075?

[superdelsol]

The AD with the Pepsi dial for $5075 was Marshall's Jewelers in Tucson, AZ, USA. They are located on Grant Road. They told me that they forgot to change the price tag when the price increase occured in early March, as the watch was in the safe. I don't know if the watch is still there. It seems as though there were still a few 16710's in stock at another AD, Ben Bridge last month also. Ben Bridge was selling them for $5750 though, due to the price increase.

[Coastal1]

Nice review! I love my Black Bezel GMT-II more each day. Great watch!

[Scarface]

GMT-II rocks

[Dommar41]

Originally Posted by portable75

I love my GMT II. Best purchase ever

I have to agree with you!

[jdc]

A new member of the GMT 11 club and am loving it - mines a pepsi

[Rockrolex]

Originally Posted by jdc

A new member of the GMT 11 club and am loving it - mines a pepsi

Welcome to the 4 hand club, Martin.

[Guru]

Hi, nice posts guys.
I have had a GMT Blue/Red for 2 years now and still love looking at the time ;-)

I have one question for you. If i wanted to change the bezal (not that i dont love the blue/black) to Black, is it possible to have Rolex do this or a 3rd party?

What would you recomend?

Thanks!

[doc_colton]

The bezel inserts are easily interchangeable, in fact I believe there is a tutorial on the forum showing how to do it yourself. Rolex will do it for you of course, not sure of the current price of a bezel insert or what they charge for the service.

[thetuk]

Another owner of GMT II M series Coke. Bought mine a week ago. I must admit that it has really grown on me....loving it. GMT is a really handsome-looking watch in my opinion.....

By the way, I asked my AD about changing bezels on GMT. I was told that RSC would do it but they would keep the original bezel. I find that really odd.

[dankap]

great post

[pwrslider]

Originally Posted by thetuk

Another owner of GMT II M series Coke. Bought mine a week ago. I must admit that it has really grown on me....loving it. GMT is a really handsome-looking watch in my opinion.....

By the way, I asked my AD about changing bezels on GMT. I was told that RSC would do it but they would keep the original bezel. I find that really odd.

There are some watchsmiths that are able to get original Rolex parts....they can order a bezel for ya..and swap it out...letting you keep the original.

[temptones1]

Don't forget you can use the GMT as a compass...point the hour hand(the short one with the Mercedes-like insignia) toward the sun and wherever that pointer faces it is north...Souther hemisphere would be south...compensate one number for Daylight Savings...Cool right ?

[jrpnascimento]

Sorry for my English! As this review is about GMT II, I want to say that they are all masterpiece (with either bezel).A watch like this costs in a AD in São Paulo around $7500.The tax on imported products is one of the highest in the world, so many people here, when travelling to USA, buy watches for lower prices and sell in Brazil. How much do you think I would pay for one new if I go there? Also, I would like to know if in your countries the new GMT II ceramic bezel is in great request (demand), because here in Brazil they are still hard to find. Nice talking to you, Pat

[tinstar]

This thread is timeless just like the GMT!!

GMT Coke was my first Rolex and I have a late "m" GMT-II/3186 coke sitting in the safe.

Coke was the original and is still the best!!

[HDHNTER]

The thread that would not die. Great review!
The GMT is by far my favorite Rolex and if I had to sell all but one the decision would be a very easy one for me. Honestly, if the GMT had been my first Rolex purchase it's very likely it would also have been my last as this one just smiles the most at me and since buying it I have lost all desire for another. The Sub & Daytona while great in their own right did not give me the level of satisfaction the GMT does & since getting my GMT they have become safe queens. The versatility of swapping bezel inserts is just icing on the cake. It really is like have 3 in 1.









My 'M' was originally of the Pepsi persuasion but I find the Coke to be my favorite of the two. One of these days I need to try out my black insert but the Coke looks so damn good I'm reluctant to change it. A truly watch.