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dnnaudio · 25 July 2007, 03:15 PM

I'm set to pick-up a new SS GMTII later today. My AD tells me he's only got the watch, certificate and manual. While the box will be available after a few more weeks (don't know why).

Rather than wait for this box he has offered to give me another box (a regular Rolex steel sports green box) or if I prefer just wait for the new SS GMTII box to arrive.

Is the box of the new SS GMTII any different from the vanilla green box of Rolex sports watches? Appreciate any inputs from those who have bought the new GMTII. Thanks.

Lol-x · 25 July 2007, 03:22 PM

I think the new plastic green ripple top box is generic in design for the sports model Rolex watches.
However, the white sleeve which goes over the outer box might have some watch specific printing, now sure if this is the case in all countries, but I do think it exists in some.
My new GMT ceramic SS didn't have any printing on the outer box or sleeve.

dnnaudio · 25 July 2007, 03:36 PM

Not sure I follow about the outer box and sleeve... so in addition to the generic green inner box there is also an outer box?

Lol-x · 25 July 2007, 03:48 PM

Yes that's 'correct there is a pale lime green cardboard outer box, then sliding over the top of that there is a white cardboard sleeve

So:
1. Inner box (green plastic with ripple top);
2. Outer cardboard box (pale green);
3. Outer cardboard sleeve (fits over/around box No.2)

Uncle-AJ · 25 July 2007, 04:10 PM

I'd wait for the original box just to make it a complete combination. Although it is a bit peculiar not having the correct boxes for the watch.

AdamB · 25 July 2007, 04:12 PM

No difference to the boxes between the new GMT and any other sports model.

dnnaudio · 25 July 2007, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

I'd wait for the original box just to make it a complete combination. Although it is a bit peculiar not having the correct boxes for the watch.

I prefer to do this myself, except i'm buying overseas and don't plan to be back in the country until after a few months. The AS is willing to safe-keep the box for me, but I would rather have something to store the watch when not in use. The AD is straight, absolutely no reason to suspect anything fishy.

Also exactly what stuff should I expect to get aside from the watch and box - certificate, manual, etc.??? Thanks.

walds11 · 25 July 2007, 06:32 PM

Very odd that your AD does not have the boxes that came with the watch.

dnnaudio · 25 July 2007, 07:01 PM

I've checked with another reputable AD in the country and they are in the same boat - no boxes yet for the 116710. I guess it's a shipment issue.

Really if the new SS GMTII box is just the same as the other Rolex sports model boxes then it's a non-issue as i'll be getting something identical. Hopefully someone here can confirm this.

^fai^ · 25 July 2007, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by walds11

Very odd that your AD does not have the boxes that came with the watch.

It's possible, because Rolex don't ship their watch in the original box. Probably they may ship it separately due to the custom clearance also to prevent the watch being damage. The packing box and watch should has different requirements in the custom.

SPACE-DWELLER · 25 July 2007, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by walds11

Very odd that your AD does not have the boxes that came with the watch.

Nothing odd about that. The box first has to be made in Taiwan. They are doing back-orders since they are busy.

dnnaudio · 26 July 2007, 04:48 PM

Well i've searched the net for all 116710 box pics and they all point to the same Rolex green-style box. Most refer to it as a "new-style" box.. so I assume there has been some recent change in box style. Anyway when I pick up the watch later today I should be able to compare whatever box they give me with those pics.

ohlins · 26 July 2007, 05:06 PM

yeah it's the same box....

i suggest you take his offer of the normal green box and get him to inform you when the correct outer sleeve arrives (there will be a sticker showing 116710)

Destroy · 24 August 2007, 09:47 AM

outer box/double sleeve that came with my new ceramic SS is pale green in colour with the crown symbol embossed on the top.

frostie · 24 August 2007, 09:54 AM

You are going to do a great purchase and you are not going to regret it . IMHO it is a bit odd that the AD has the watch but not the box.

LouCan · 24 August 2007, 01:30 PM

Watch comes with box and certificate directly from Rolex. Did he say why he doesn't have the box? seems odd to me

dnnaudio · 25 August 2007, 12:45 AM

I actually ended up deferring the purchase, last minute I felt guilty of buying under the new hype pressure of the GMTII whilst prices were still on the premium. I'm still planning to get one later this year when discount levels for the new SS GMTII drops to normal level.

Destroy · 26 August 2007, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dnnaudio

I actually ended up deferring the purchase, last minute I felt guilty of buying under the new hype pressure of the GMTII whilst prices were still on the premium. I'm still planning to get one later this year when discount levels for the new SS GMTII drops to normal level.

I'm not sure the prices will drop - certainly not for a 50th anniversary item. Plus they are really REALLY hard to get.

Gaijin · 26 August 2007, 01:09 PM

Don't hate me guys, but the SS GMT II is not a "50th Anniversary model." Neither is the TT version, or the YG black dial version.

Per Rolex the only "50th Anniversary version" of the GMT II is the YG Green dial version.

leopardprey · 26 August 2007, 03:32 PM

The Green Dial version is super nice as well!!!!! Saw one in Bangkok, if I would have had an extra $20,000 it would be on my wrist!

dnnaudio · 26 August 2007, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Destroy

I'm not sure the prices will drop - certainly not for a 50th anniversary item. Plus they are really REALLY hard to get.

That was the impression I got from the local ADs. Yes right now they are still hard to get but I think this will completely change after a month or two.

Destroy · 26 August 2007, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dnnaudio

That was the impression I got from the local ADs. Yes right now they are still hard to get but I think this will completely change after a month or two.

Hmmm......well Rolex are supposedly struggling to keep up with demand and even the US dealers have been told NOT to give the regular 5% discount to ANYONE. I went to three major dealers in Sydney before (by pure, dumb luck) the store manager arrived with some new stock and he had ONE SS ceramic. To think I was one minute from handing my hard earned over for an '06 model. Not that there's anything wrong with those but when I put the ceramic on my wrist it literally screamed at me to buy it!

Destroy · 26 August 2007, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KansaiVet

Don't hate me guys, but the SS GMT II is not a "50th Anniversary model." Neither is the TT version, or the YG black dial version.

Per Rolex the only "50th Anniversary version" of the GMT II is the YG Green dial version.

Thanks for this KansaiVet. I'd obviously gotten the wrong impression.

padi56 · 26 August 2007, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Uncle-AJ

I'd wait for the original box just to make it a complete combination. Although it is a bit peculiar not having the correct boxes for the watch.

Welcome back my old mate Adrian glad to see you back.

Gaijin · 26 August 2007, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dnnaudio

That was the impression I got from the local ADs. Yes right now they are still hard to get but I think this will completely change after a month or two.

Maybe not a month, but in due time...be patient all.

Don't get caught up in the hype. (I am speaking to myself as much as to you all here.)

Gaijin · 27 August 2007, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leopardprey

The Green Dial version is super nice as well!!!!! Saw one in Bangkok, if I would have had an extra $20,000 it would be on my wrist!

My AD has one and it is super hot looking.

They have had it for a long time. Just sitting there.

25 July 2007, 03:15 PM	#1
dnnaudio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 52	New SS GMTII Box - is it unique? I'm set to pick-up a new SS GMTII later today. My AD tells me he's only got the watch, certificate and manual. While the box will be available after a few more weeks (don't know why). Rather than wait for this box he has offered to give me another box (a regular Rolex steel sports green box) or if I prefer just wait for the new SS GMTII box to arrive. Is the box of the new SS GMTII any different from the vanilla green box of Rolex sports watches? Appreciate any inputs from those who have bought the new GMTII. Thanks.

25 July 2007, 04:10 PM	#5
Uncle-AJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Real Name: Adrian Location: Bolton, UK. Watch: Daytona 116520 Posts: 6,844	I'd wait for the original box just to make it a complete combination. Although it is a bit peculiar not having the correct boxes for the watch. __________________ A man with a watch knows what time it is. A man with two watches is never sure.........Segal's Law Member #10

26 July 2007, 05:06 PM	#13
ohlins "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,213	yeah it's the same box.... i suggest you take his offer of the normal green box and get him to inform you when the correct outer sleeve arrives (there will be a sticker showing 116710) __________________ the hype is true. a crown for every achievement. visit my audio and watch blog & how to use the rolex comfort link?

24 August 2007, 09:47 AM	#14
Destroy Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: AJ Location: Australia Posts: 732	outer box/double sleeve that came with my new ceramic SS is pale green in colour with the crown symbol embossed on the top. Last edited by Destroy; 26 August 2007 at 12:27 PM..

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25 July 2007, 03:22 PM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,593	I think the new plastic green ripple top box is generic in design for the sports model Rolex watches. However, the white sleeve which goes over the outer box might have some watch specific printing, now sure if this is the case in all countries, but I do think it exists in some. My new GMT ceramic SS didn't have any printing on the outer box or sleeve.

25 July 2007, 03:36 PM	#3
dnnaudio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 52	Not sure I follow about the outer box and sleeve... so in addition to the generic green inner box there is also an outer box?

25 July 2007, 03:48 PM	#4
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,593	Yes that's 'correct there is a pale lime green cardboard outer box, then sliding over the top of that there is a white cardboard sleeve So: 1. Inner box (green plastic with ripple top); 2. Outer cardboard box (pale green); 3. Outer cardboard sleeve (fits over/around box No.2)

25 July 2007, 04:12 PM	#6
AdamB Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: ... Posts: 261	No difference to the boxes between the new GMT and any other sports model.

25 July 2007, 06:32 PM	#8
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	Very odd that your AD does not have the boxes that came with the watch.

25 July 2007, 07:01 PM	#9
dnnaudio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 52	I've checked with another reputable AD in the country and they are in the same boat - no boxes yet for the 116710. I guess it's a shipment issue. Really if the new SS GMTII box is just the same as the other Rolex sports model boxes then it's a non-issue as i'll be getting something identical. Hopefully someone here can confirm this.

26 July 2007, 04:48 PM	#12
dnnaudio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 52	Well i've searched the net for all 116710 box pics and they all point to the same Rolex green-style box. Most refer to it as a "new-style" box.. so I assume there has been some recent change in box style. Anyway when I pick up the watch later today I should be able to compare whatever box they give me with those pics.

24 August 2007, 09:54 AM	#15
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	You are going to do a great purchase and you are not going to regret it . IMHO it is a bit odd that the AD has the watch but not the box.

24 August 2007, 01:30 PM	#16
LouCan Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Lou Location: New Jersey Watch: YM TT MOP Posts: 323	Watch comes with box and certificate directly from Rolex. Did he say why he doesn't have the box? seems odd to me

25 August 2007, 12:45 AM	#17
dnnaudio "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Philippines Posts: 52	I actually ended up deferring the purchase, last minute I felt guilty of buying under the new hype pressure of the GMTII whilst prices were still on the premium. I'm still planning to get one later this year when discount levels for the new SS GMTII drops to normal level.

26 August 2007, 01:09 PM	#19
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	Don't hate me guys, but the SS GMT II is not a "50th Anniversary model." Neither is the TT version, or the YG black dial version. Per Rolex the only "50th Anniversary version" of the GMT II is the YG Green dial version.

26 August 2007, 03:32 PM	#20
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	The Green Dial version is super nice as well!!!!! Saw one in Bangkok, if I would have had an extra $20,000 it would be on my wrist!

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