New Rolex GMT-Master II & GMT-Master Pepsi Side by Side

[660ft]

Great shot. I like the look of your SS with the sightly faded bezel, which the ceramic will not do. I strongly prefer the vintage pepsi or the BLNR to the new Pepsi (looks common), but that just me.

[sportsmaven20]

Originally Posted by capote

I like the colors on the new bezel from the pics I have seen, a darker color palette. Unlike the colors of the blue/black.

I believe the blue is the same blue for both the WG Pepsi and BLNR...it just changes colors depending on the light. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong on this observation.

[IAN1]

very neat pic

[Nycturbovr6]

Very nice pics

[sager]

Originally Posted by sportsmaven20

I believe the blue is the same blue for both the WG Pepsi and BLNR...it just changes colors depending on the light. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong on this observation.

I would love it if it was the same blue but don't think so. In all photos I have seen of the new BLRO, the blue seems less vibrant and more subtle.

I love the blue on the BLNR.


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[HL65]

Originally Posted by sager

I would love it if it was the same blue but don't think so. In all photos I have seen of the new BLRO, the blue seems less vibrant and more subtle.

I love the blue on the BLNR.


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Very glad they kept the blue to same shade as original bakelite bezel on the 6542. Smart move!!

[Cronus4]

Originally Posted by Bexsonn

A couple of weeks ago I visited Baselworld and while I wasn't initially impressed with the new Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi, it kind of made sense after week or so when I thought about.

You can read my thoughts on it here. Let me know what your initial reactions were too and if they have changed

Man, look at the sexy lines on the SS Pepsi, still looks like a BOSS next to the new WG.

[capote]

Originally Posted by sportsmaven20

I believe the blue is the same blue for both the WG Pepsi and BLNR...it just changes colors depending on the light. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong on this observation.

From the pics it looks like the blue in the pepsi is less rich with a darker shade than the BLNR, but I haven't seen them side by side. The BLNR color doesn't work for me, but the pepsi looks good so far

[strafer_kid]

Very nice comparison - certainly highlights the old and the new! Am warming towards the new Pepsi though not to its price!

[10:11:31 28]

I like the color on the ceramic bezel but prefer the smaller numbers of the aluminum bezel. As for Rolex releasing a stainless steel version someday why not? People said they would never release the YMII in stainless steel and they did. Some people were ticked after relenting and buying the WG version thinking a SS version would never happen but I doubt Rolex cares about that. It makes sense to sell the Pepsi in WG first to capture sales from those who really want the Pepsi and when sales die down release it in SS. It may take a few years but I wouldn't be surprised at all. The Pepsi is a very popular and iconic model so it doesn't make sense to restrict sales of it long term.

[HL65]

Originally Posted by 10:11:31 28

I like the color on the ceramic bezel but prefer the smaller numbers of the aluminum bezel. As for Rolex releasing a stainless steel version someday why not? People said they would never release the YMII in stainless steel and they did. Some people were ticked after relenting and buying the WG version thinking a SS version would never happen but I doubt Rolex cares about that. It makes sense to sell the Pepsi in WG first to capture sales from those who really want the Pepsi and when sales die down release it in SS. It may take a few years but I wouldn't be surprised at all. The Pepsi is a very popular and iconic model so it doesn't make sense to restrict sales of it long term.

Last time I wil bother saying this but if you think there will be a SS Pepsi you are kidding yourslef...Sorry. The use of the YMII is a horrible example as the defining difference between that and the WG old ins the platinum bezel vs. blue cerachrom. The defining feature of the WG Pepsi is the bezel. Rolex already has 2 versions with 2 different bezels in SS--LN and BLNR. They will not ever take a piece with a defining feature that they chose to make exclusive and make same on in SS.

[spuds]

Great pic's and thanks to the OP....

If I could afford WG it'd be a huuuugely difficult choice between the Pepsi and the Smurf!!

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Last time I wil bother saying this.....

i bet it's not!!

[HL65]

Originally Posted by spuds

Great pic's and thanks to the OP....

If I could afford WG it'd be a huuuugely difficult choice between the Pepsi and the Smurf!!






i bet it's not!!

I hope so my friend!

[JJL]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Last time I wil bother saying this but if you think there will be a SS Pepsi you are kidding yourslef...Sorry. The use of the YMII is a horrible example as the defining difference between that and the WG old ins the platinum bezel vs. blue cerachrom. The defining feature of the WG Pepsi is the bezel. Rolex already has 2 versions with 2 different bezels in SS--LN and BLNR. They will not ever take a piece with a defining feature that they chose to make exclusive and make same on in SS.

Unfortunately I totally agree it will not be available in SS. I hope I'm wrong, because it does suck for those of us who have been waiting for this watch to come out, and now that is has it's unattainable for most.

I do think it would be interesting (as another post pointed out) if they offered this WG Pepsi in a Super Jubilee - but I think in the end I'd prefer the Oyster.

[tomchicago]

long live the real pepsi!

[tomchicago]

This watch shows Rolex' desperation to sell more precious metal pieces. Maybe that's why they kicked out the CEO. The company was BUILT on stainless and that doofus went "overgold".

We built this city...
we built this city on stain-less-steel
built this city.

[GeoGio Greece]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Last time I wil bother saying this but if you think there will be a SS Pepsi you are kidding yourslef...Sorry. ..............

Connor,

I am of a different opinion.

Turn over and profit justifies the acts of companies.

An SS classic like the GMT, a milestone worldwide, will get the cash every company, even Rolex, will always need. Cash is the KING.

I am a lover of the GMT's ( and Subs ) but would NEVER pay the premium of WG, YG or whatever, just to get a watch. My watches shall always be SS, plastic, wood, etc. but no precious metals. I got, pls see signature, WG bezels for wife and daughter, for the ladies blink.

And Rolex management team know that. I have been in such shoes for many years. They have to create business, more business and more and more business. And a YG or YG, Platinum can return more profit per piece, but the mass sales of SS's will get the real money.

So, their portfolio must have the premiums, which some will buy, ( Leopard Daytona, fully stoned DD's ), but also entry models ( AK ) and middle range SS in "trade mark" watches of their tradition. Also, a in between TT.

We shall only wait, and time will show.

[GeoGio Greece]

BTW, an excellent photo, thanks a lot. I love seeing them both next to each other.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by SteelerFan65

Love it and defintiely can see it in my future! I guess I am one of the only people who are quite glad they did it in WG. I think this makes it a truly special piece IMHO and one I have been excited about since it's debut. Thanks for sharing...Cheers,

You're not alone!

[tomchicago]

agreed. additionally, this is one of the few photographs that captures the difference in appearance between WG and SS generally for Rolex.

Originally Posted by GeoGio Greece

BTW, an excellent photo, thanks a lot. I love seeing them both next to each other.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by Bexsonn

A couple of weeks ago I visited Baselworld and while I wasn't initially impressed with the new Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi, it kind of made sense after week or so when I thought about.

You can read my thoughts on it here. Let me know what your initial reactions were too and if they have changed

Excellent photo!!

[DVR]

Originally Posted by GeoGio Greece

We shall only wait

There is nothing to wait for. The SS GMTII has been available for years and years. If you want one it's there !

And just last year the BLNR was introduced giving you the bi-color bezel option. The GMTII line is now complete, and what a great line it is. Something for everybody !

And do you honestly believe there are all these countless people waiting to be able to buy the same SS watch with just an other bezel color ? A handful of diehards maybe. Most will be as content with the LN or BLNR.

And it has been said several times already. The red/blue ceramic is difficult to make. They don't just pop out of the ceramic bezel machine. It is a difficult process.
Going from ceramic blue to black is already a work of art. Going from red (which in itself is already extremely difficult) to blue is close to magic. And that magic is expensive and time consuming. Hence WG.

My opinion.

[mike]

Originally Posted by GeoGio Greece

Connor,

I am of a different opinion.

Turn over and profit justifies the acts of companies.

An SS classic like the GMT, a milestone worldwide, will get the cash every company, even Rolex, will always need. Cash is the KING.

I am a lover of the GMT's ( and Subs ) but would NEVER pay the premium of WG, YG or whatever, just to get a watch. My watches shall always be SS, plastic, wood, etc. but no precious metals. I got, pls see signature, WG bezels for wife and daughter, for the ladies blink.

And Rolex management team know that. I have been in such shoes for many years. They have to create business, more business and more and more business. And a YG or YG, Platinum can return more profit per piece, but the mass sales of SS's will get the real money.

So, their portfolio must have the premiums, which some will buy, ( Leopard Daytona, fully stoned DD's ), but also entry models ( AK ) and middle range SS in "trade mark" watches of their tradition. Also, a in between TT.

We shall only wait, and time will show.

George, how I wish you were right. However it's been reported on TZ that Rolex themselves has siad for commerical reasons an SS version will not be made.

[venom43]

To all those people saying it won't come in ss you're most likely right. But hey what's from saying they do bring the ss Pepc with a different dial color, white would be nice. Especially seeing a photo of one vintage model someone put up the other day. Than that YM2 thing come into play, because it would deffinently look different and noticeable from a mile away. Maybe a few years till this happens, but hey it might. Do you think the new CEO hasn't heard some trickle of a hint of people wanting it in SS.

As for me I don't care either way. I like the "COKE" version better. I just hope when rolex brings it out it's not in platinum. I'd hate to wait to get that one. But that's what makes this hobby fun saving up and wondering what to do to get that next watch as soon as possible.

[Bexsonn]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

good write up. thanks

Thanks for your kind words ;-)

[Bexsonn]

Originally Posted by elcompa

Chris,
Great write up. Thanks for taking the time to post your thoughts.

Thanks, it was my pleasure!

[rolexnub]

Originally Posted by Bexsonn

A couple of weeks ago I visited Baselworld and while I wasn't initially impressed with the new Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi, it kind of made sense after week or so when I thought about.

You can read my thoughts on it here. Let me know what your initial reactions were too and if they have changed

Great shot and good review

[Cru Jones]

Looks great, thanks for the side by side.....Oh what could have been if Rolex hadn't sold its heritage down this "special" river. Sure is pretty, though.

[Jakx]

I wouldn't put it past the management to re-introduce a SS version, especially with Dufour who has a proven record as a traditionalist at Zenith (ie getting away from strange designs and returning to the historic roots of the company). But, having said that, it's pretty unlikely for as long as the WG version exists. Steel fans will have to continue enjoy their BLNR as the worthy successor to the Pepsi and Coke.

[ltmgeller]

I hate to say it but I'm loving BLRO. I HAVE A 16700 and 16710 and love them but the BLRO is stunning.