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shedlock2000 · 30 July 2008, 09:10 PM

Hey guys and gals! I have eventually, (thanks to some great photos on here!!) made a descision.

Its time to try and flip the GMT IIc back to the GMT II, (poss 'coke' but most likley BB)

I have had the newer IIc for about 4 months now, and it has been a good watch. It looks very hard done too now though and carries many batttle scars, much more than its predesessor. I am very taken with the large crown and new style clasp but......... The wonderful restraining classic looks of the GMT II have won over and its off back to the AD to see if he can get a GMT II in for me.

I do have a question though. My GMT IIc as mentioned is fairly scratched, and not in the greatist of condition, even though it is only 4 months old. Can i still expect a fair swap at the AD or will i be expected to put money too it?.....again??? Thanks for the advice folks!! Post away!

pwrslider · 30 July 2008, 10:10 PM

Should get a fair swap on it! I know how you feel.... I got my IIc in March this year...then after seeing a ton of the 16710 photos here on TRF....picked up a pre loved GMT II from Tempo.......now the IIc sleeps in the dark ( safe ) while the II enjoys all the sun and sea 24/7.....never even take it off!.....that is until Bluesy gets back from RSC!

Trurolexer · 30 July 2008, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by pwrslider

Should get a fair swap on it! I know how you feel.... I got my IIc in March this year...then after seeing a ton of the 16710 photos here on TRF....picked up a pre loved GMT II from Tempo.......now the IIc sleeps in the dark ( safe ) while the II enjoys all the sun and sea 24/7.....never even take it off!.....that is until Bluesy gets back from RSC!

I think is hard for you to decide what Rolex do you wanna wear day by day.

Me, is easy...

Whatever I wear people around me not give an attention

, because all Subs, they all look the same...

Lol-x · 30 July 2008, 10:47 PM

With an expert polishing job, your GMTIIC should look as good as new, well almost..... I think you should get a fairly good price for it.
I haven't seen your watch lately, so my reply may not be terribly accurate

Good Luck Truckie!!!!

TimeOnHand · 30 July 2008, 11:56 PM

The scratches on the bracelet will not and should not make any difference. It doesn't take much to polish it up and make it look new again. All AD's and pre owned watch dealer have a polishing machine. Make sure you get a good value for the trade.

good luck.

mfer · 31 July 2008, 12:41 AM

Have you thought about getting the entire bracelet matte finished? It won't look so beat up then.

Man, what do you guys do to your watches?!

I must really baby mine.

shedlock2000 · 2 August 2008, 06:28 PM

Ha!
yeah, i have seen some good photos of matted bracelets, they do look good. I was surprised really. There was a trf member who posted some a while back.

The change from IIc to II, again, is not really due to the scratches, more to do with the classic looks of the II, and the 'over bearingness' of the IIc. and i think the Maxi bezel is not really as refined. I have also noticed, the II, looks more 'gentlemanly' than the 'rogueish' IIc

I drive truck and work on farms. My watch is a tool, and so i wear it all the time. I have been the same with all the fine things i have owned. I buy a thing to use, and so they are used constantly. I get my pleaseure from a thing all the time, not just on special occasions. It has seen some battles, and i can tell you stories that would make you cringe maybee!! Its all good!!!

shedlock2000 · 2 August 2008, 06:28 PM

Ha!
yeah, i have seen some good photos of matted bracelets, they do look good. I was surprised really. There was a trf member who posted some a while back.

The change from IIc to II, again, is not really due to the scratches, more to do with the classic looks of the II, and the 'over bearingness' of the IIc. and i think the Maxi bezel is not really as refined. I have also noticed, the II, looks more 'gentlemanly' than the 'rogueish' IIc

I drive truck and work on farms. My watch is a tool, and so i wear it all the time. I have been the same with all the fine things i have owned. I buy a thing to use, and so they are used constantly. I get my pleaseure from a thing all the time, not just on special occasions. It has seen some battles, and i can tell you stories that would make you cringe maybee!! Its all good!!!

shedlock2000 · 2 August 2008, 06:31 PM

Ha!
yeah, i have seen some good photos of matted bracelets, they do look good. I was surprised really. There was a trf member who posted some a while back.

The change from IIc to II, again, is not really due to the scratches, more to do with the classic looks of the II, and the 'over bearingness' of the IIc. and i think the Maxi bezel is not really as refined. I have also noticed, the II, looks more 'gentlemanly' than the 'rogueish' IIc

I drive truck and work on farms. My watch is a tool, and so i wear it all the time. I have been the same with all the fine things i have owned. I buy a thing to use, and so they are used constantly. I get my pleaseure from a thing all the time, not just on special occasions. It has seen some battles, and i can tell you stories that would make you cringe maybee!! Its all good!!!

shedlock2000 · 2 August 2008, 06:33 PM

oops, mod please remove multiple posts!! thanks!

Porsche · 2 August 2008, 10:02 PM

Hi Steve

I'vebeen looking for a GMTIIc... let me make you an offer you can't refuse!

Are you trading it in at the AD? How much is the AD offering you?

PM me if you like...

marshallr47 · 2 August 2008, 10:55 PM

Depending on how much it's worth in a trade, it may be better to sell and then use the funds to purchase a GMT II. Just a thought. Good luck.

Dan Pierce · 3 August 2008, 12:47 AM

The things you describe as negatives are the same issues I would have as well. Although I think the GMT IIc is a great watch for many the 16710 is a much better fit for me as well.

Good luck,
dP

30 July 2008, 09:10 PM	#1
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	Made a GMT descision, (not bad only took 4 months! Hey guys and gals! I have eventually, (thanks to some great photos on here!!) made a descision. Its time to try and flip the GMT IIc back to the GMT II, (poss 'coke' but most likley BB) I have had the newer IIc for about 4 months now, and it has been a good watch. It looks very hard done too now though and carries many batttle scars, much more than its predesessor. I am very taken with the large crown and new style clasp but......... The wonderful restraining classic looks of the GMT II have won over and its off back to the AD to see if he can get a GMT II in for me. I do have a question though. My GMT IIc as mentioned is fairly scratched, and not in the greatist of condition, even though it is only 4 months old. Can i still expect a fair swap at the AD or will i be expected to put money too it?.....again??? Thanks for the advice folks!! Post away! __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

30 July 2008, 10:10 PM	#2
pwrslider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: SF BAY AREA CA Watch: 16710 Coke Posts: 3,047	Should get a fair swap on it! I know how you feel.... I got my IIc in March this year...then after seeing a ton of the 16710 photos here on TRF....picked up a pre loved GMT II from Tempo.......now the IIc sleeps in the dark ( safe ) while the II enjoys all the sun and sea 24/7.....never even take it off!.....that is until Bluesy gets back from RSC! __________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner (95) Rolex SS GMT IIc (08) Rolex GMT II 16710 COKE (08 for me..) Rolex Explorer II Blk (91) Breitling SuperOcean Steelfish (07) Panerai 104 & 177ti ( 04/03)

30 July 2008, 10:47 PM	#4
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	With an expert polishing job, your GMTIIC should look as good as new, well almost..... I think you should get a fairly good price for it. I haven't seen your watch lately, so my reply may not be terribly accurate Good Luck Truckie!!!! __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

30 July 2008, 11:56 PM	#5
TimeOnHand "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Hong Kong Watch: Rolex Air-King Posts: 4,468	The scratches on the bracelet will not and should not make any difference. It doesn't take much to polish it up and make it look new again. All AD's and pre owned watch dealer have a polishing machine. Make sure you get a good value for the trade. good luck. __________________ Instagram: timeonhand1010

31 July 2008, 12:41 AM	#6
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Have you thought about getting the entire bracelet matte finished? It won't look so beat up then. Man, what do you guys do to your watches?! I must really baby mine. __________________ member#3242

2 August 2008, 06:28 PM	#7
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	Ha! yeah, i have seen some good photos of matted bracelets, they do look good. I was surprised really. There was a trf member who posted some a while back. The change from IIc to II, again, is not really due to the scratches, more to do with the classic looks of the II, and the 'over bearingness' of the IIc. and i think the Maxi bezel is not really as refined. I have also noticed, the II, looks more 'gentlemanly' than the 'rogueish' IIc I drive truck and work on farms. My watch is a tool, and so i wear it all the time. I have been the same with all the fine things i have owned. I buy a thing to use, and so they are used constantly. I get my pleaseure from a thing all the time, not just on special occasions. It has seen some battles, and i can tell you stories that would make you cringe maybee!! Its all good!!! __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

2 August 2008, 06:31 PM	#9
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	Ha! yeah, i have seen some good photos of matted bracelets, they do look good. I was surprised really. There was a trf member who posted some a while back. The change from IIc to II, again, is not really due to the scratches, more to do with the classic looks of the II, and the 'over bearingness' of the IIc. and i think the Maxi bezel is not really as refined. I have also noticed, the II, looks more 'gentlemanly' than the 'rogueish' IIc I drive truck and work on farms. My watch is a tool, and so i wear it all the time. I have been the same with all the fine things i have owned. I buy a thing to use, and so they are used constantly. I get my pleaseure from a thing all the time, not just on special occasions. It has seen some battles, and i can tell you stories that would make you cringe maybee!! Its all good!!! __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

2 August 2008, 06:33 PM	#10
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	oops, mod please remove multiple posts!! thanks! __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

2 August 2008, 10:02 PM	#11
Porsche 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: John Location: ɹǝpun Watch: and learn Posts: 2,986	Hi Steve I'vebeen looking for a GMTIIc... let me make you an offer you can't refuse! Are you trading it in at the AD? How much is the AD offering you? PM me if you like... __________________ Obey Gravity, it's the Law! ROLEX --- SEIKO --- HEUER TRF REHAUT T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M

2 August 2008, 10:55 PM	#12
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	Depending on how much it's worth in a trade, it may be better to sell and then use the funds to purchase a GMT II. Just a thought. Good luck. __________________ Ron

3 August 2008, 12:47 AM	#13
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	The things you describe as negatives are the same issues I would have as well. Although I think the GMT IIc is a great watch for many the 16710 is a much better fit for me as well. Good luck, 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

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