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Old 24 May 2024, 01:40 AM   #1
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Can anyone help me ID this dial? MATTE 16750

I recently got my hands on a grail, an '82 16750 (Birthyear) and it's got an old service dial cracked up all over and so I'd like to take advantage of refurbing the watch before I enjoy it for years to come. I came across this dial and while it looks good to me, I was hoping to ask for help here.

Seller stated it was a MK3 dial but I have not found reference to a MK3 for the 16750, just the 1675. Any red flags any of you can see?
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Old 24 May 2024, 03:44 AM   #2
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Look here, looks like a MK2

https://gmtforum.com/viewtopic.php?f...629e7b58378c3d
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Old 24 May 2024, 04:34 AM   #3
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Yes agree, a very nice MK2 - tiny little 'tell I use is the very slightly raised D in CERTIFIED btw.
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Old 24 May 2024, 05:29 AM   #4
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Get a UV photo.
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Old 24 May 2024, 07:58 AM   #5
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Ok, a MK2 makes a lot of sense, I’m just stunned to see one in what appears to be outstanding quality. Am I right?
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Old 24 May 2024, 08:05 AM   #6
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The Mark II is the 1st generation of the GMT 16750 matte dials. The Mark I came later.

As you might have guessed, they are numbered out of order regarding which came first. I don't know why but that is just the way it is.

By the way, when I looked at the two photos, why does some of the lume on the markers appear different in each photo?
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Old 24 May 2024, 08:11 AM   #7
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Ok, a MK2 makes a lot of sense, I’m just stunned to see one in what appears to be outstanding quality. Am I right?
Check the lume in your second photo. It doesn't appear the same as the lume in the first photo.
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Old 24 May 2024, 08:18 AM   #8
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Yes agree, a very nice MK2 - tiny little 'tell I use is the very slightly raised D in CERTIFIED btw.


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Old 24 May 2024, 09:12 AM   #9
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The Mark II is the 1st generation of the GMT 16750 matte dials. The Mark I came later.

As you might have guessed, they are numbered out of order regarding which came first. I don't know why but that is just the way it is.

By the way, when I looked at the two photos, why does some of the lume on the markers appear different in each photo?
I assume it’s the angle. I completed the purchase and will post a bunch once it arrives.
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Old 24 May 2024, 09:48 AM   #10
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What’s an MK2 dial in this condition worth?
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Old 24 May 2024, 10:25 AM   #11
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What’s an MK2 dial in this condition worth?
Value would only be a guess until there are some clearer photos posted. One in outstanding condition could bring a few thousand dollars.

Also, as Swish mentioned, UV pics would help in an evaluation.
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