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Air19 · 6 February 2018, 02:37 AM

I received my father's GMT upon his passing. It could probably use a an overhaul. It is a 1987 Serial # R16760A. I realize I don't have any pics right now, but could add some in future.

crew · 6 February 2018, 06:47 AM

I’m sorry for your loss. I hope the GMT provides daily memories of your dad.
Just a suggestion, you may want to edit your post, if it’s not too late, and remove the serial number. Just saying “it’s an R serial” is enough information for anyone to have.
Welcome to the Forum.

NKflyer · 6 February 2018, 08:09 AM

16760 is the reference number, like a model number. That reference was the first of the GMT-Master II's with an independently adjustable 24 hour hour hand as well as the first GMT to feature the black & red "coke" bezel insert. This watch has the the nickname "fat lady" because the case is extra thick in order to fit the aforementioned new mechanical movement.

Value could be anywhere from $6,000-10,000 depending on condition, originality, and whether you have any of the original accesories like the box or warranty paper. Post some photos! Hope this helps and sorry to hear about your father.

cop414 · 6 February 2018, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by crew

I’m sorry for your loss. I hope the GMT provides daily memories of your dad.
Just a suggestion, you may want to edit your post, if it’s not too late, and remove the serial number. Just saying “it’s an R serial” is enough information for anyone to have.
Welcome to the Forum.

Done

John

breitlings · 7 February 2018, 05:04 AM

priceless

Yousefsl · 7 February 2018, 05:34 AM

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, bless his soul.

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Cobain · 7 February 2018, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by breitlings

priceless

this

yannis · 7 February 2018, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by cop414

Done

John

Serial still showing on the post Tim.

Edit: Just realised you changed it to R16760A apologies mate.

77T · 7 February 2018, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by yannis

Serial still showing on the post Tim.

Unless you changed it to that intentionally.

That’s the model reference after the “R”...

Value could range from $7K-$9K depending upon condition and if he saved all the boxes, papers, etc...

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yannis · 7 February 2018, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 77T

That’s the model reference after the “R”...

Value could range from $7K-$9K depending upon condition and if he saved all the boxes, papers, etc...

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Ye i did notice and edited my post man! That A in the end rang a bell as 87 had no randoms...then saw the 16760..then doh!!!

77T · 7 February 2018, 07:33 AM

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dba · 7 February 2018, 08:05 AM

As others have noted, the value is priceless since it was your father's watch. If you send it to an RSC, they'll probably tell you to insure it for $8K or more.

rushca01 · 7 February 2018, 09:02 AM

Sorry to hear about your fathers passing, I know how rough that can be.

What a fantastic watch! I would contact several of the independent watchmakers on this site for your service. They will keep the original dial/hands/bezel etc..

Post some pics of that bad boy!

brigadoonb · 7 February 2018, 09:05 AM

I have the same watch...same year. Congrats that he passed it onto you. Enjoy it!

henrylee · 7 February 2018, 09:16 AM

I would enjoy that watch as it was a gift from your dad.

sbirring · 8 February 2018, 05:43 AM

I also have the same watch with R serial #. Like others have mentioned watch would be priceless. Get it serviced and wear it everday thinking of your old boy....sorry for your loss.

strafer_kid · 8 February 2018, 08:43 AM

Has got to be a keeper!

Heartlandblaster · 8 February 2018, 08:49 AM

Priceless!

6 February 2018, 02:37 AM	#1
Air19 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Beaver Dam Wi Posts: 3	1987 Men's GMT value I received my father's GMT upon his passing. It could probably use a an overhaul. It is a 1987 Serial # R16760A. I realize I don't have any pics right now, but could add some in future. Last edited by cop414; 6 February 2018 at 05:40 AM..

7 February 2018, 07:33 AM	#11
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,024	Sent from my iPhoneX using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

7 February 2018, 08:05 AM	#12
dba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: David Location: Gardnerville, NV Watch: 16710 Posts: 2,706	As others have noted, the value is priceless since it was your father's watch. If you send it to an RSC, they'll probably tell you to insure it for $8K or more. __________________ Current: 16710 Previous: 16760 Fat Lady, 16613 Bluesy, 16800, 14060, 16710 Pepsi, 216570 Polar, 116710LN, 16610, 216570 Polar (again), 16713, 216570 Polar (yet again), 16710 Black w/ Pepsi Insert Hope is not a strategy.

7 February 2018, 09:16 AM	#15
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	I would enjoy that watch as it was a gift from your dad. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

6 February 2018, 06:47 AM	#2
crew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: John Location: Rochester/Naples Watch: Pepsi Posts: 18,307	I’m sorry for your loss. I hope the GMT provides daily memories of your dad. Just a suggestion, you may want to edit your post, if it’s not too late, and remove the serial number. Just saying “it’s an R serial” is enough information for anyone to have. Welcome to the Forum.

6 February 2018, 08:09 AM	#3
NKflyer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Richard Location: Colorado Posts: 2,858	16760 is the reference number, like a model number. That reference was the first of the GMT-Master II's with an independently adjustable 24 hour hour hand as well as the first GMT to feature the black & red "coke" bezel insert. This watch has the the nickname "fat lady" because the case is extra thick in order to fit the aforementioned new mechanical movement. Value could be anywhere from $6,000-10,000 depending on condition, originality, and whether you have any of the original accesories like the box or warranty paper. Post some photos! Hope this helps and sorry to hear about your father.

7 February 2018, 05:04 AM	#5
breitlings Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Bethesda Watch: Apple TV Posts: 5,744	priceless

7 February 2018, 05:34 AM	#6
Yousefsl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: UK Posts: 300	I'm sorry to hear about your loss, bless his soul. Sent from my SM-G950F using Tapatalk

7 February 2018, 09:02 AM	#13
rushca01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Indiana Watch: GMT BLRO Posts: 1,754	Sorry to hear about your fathers passing, I know how rough that can be. What a fantastic watch! I would contact several of the independent watchmakers on this site for your service. They will keep the original dial/hands/bezel etc.. Post some pics of that bad boy!

7 February 2018, 09:05 AM	#14
brigadoonb "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Watch: Smurf Posts: 431	I have the same watch...same year. Congrats that he passed it onto you. Enjoy it!

8 February 2018, 05:43 AM	#16
sbirring "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Sonny Location: toronto Watch: 116520 Posts: 24	I also have the same watch with R serial #. Like others have mentioned watch would be priceless. Get it serviced and wear it everday thinking of your old boy....sorry for your loss.

8 February 2018, 08:43 AM	#17
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,136	Has got to be a keeper!

8 February 2018, 08:49 AM	#18
Heartlandblaster "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Florida Watch: Humble but mine! Posts: 482	Priceless!

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