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JJ Irani · 1 October 2009, 01:54 PM

Hi guys,

Weighed my new TT GMT-IIC on two different, accurate electronic scales - came up with a full weight of 165 grams (that's with all original links as provided from Rolex, Geneva)!!

Note 7½ links on the '12' side.......and 5 links on the '6' side!!

JJ

sleddog · 1 October 2009, 01:58 PM

Wow...Thats heavier than I thought.......Mine is a little less(minus 1 link) but that is more than I would have imagined!!!! I guess when you wear it,the pleasure just makes it feel like a feather!!!

For me anyway!!!

Rob.

JJ Irani · 1 October 2009, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog1000

Wow...Thats heavier than I thought.......Mine is a little less(minus 1 link) but that is more than I would have imagined!!!! I guess when you wear it,the pleasure just makes it feel like a feather!!!

For me anyway!!!

Rob.

It definitely feels heavy when compared with the SS Sub-date @ 135 grams and Platty @ 146 grams.

JJ

sleddog · 1 October 2009, 02:14 PM

JJ,did you ever find out how much the DJ II weight was???? I remember a post of yours asking for its weight.......
Rob.

JJ Irani · 1 October 2009, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog1000

JJ,did you ever find out how much the DJ II weight was???? I remember a post of yours asking for its weight.......
Rob.

One member here from India, has the SS/WG bezel DJ-II and said it weighed in at 151 grams.

I suppose the TT version would be heavier.

JJ

sleddog · 1 October 2009, 02:21 PM

Yes I would think so as well......The super case is where all the weight is IMO!! Your not finding the GMT annoying for weight though are you.....??

Colnago · 1 October 2009, 02:21 PM

Is it lighter by much now you've removed the stickers JJ?

rayt · 1 October 2009, 02:24 PM

wow you really cant get enough of your gmt2 c two tone huh,, really a nice watch..perfect watch for me..

sleddog · 1 October 2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Colnago

Is it lighter by much now you've removed the stickers JJ?

Only by a hair...

Or wait,was it a scratch!!!

rkammer · 1 October 2009, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hi guys,

Weighed my new TT GMT-IIC on two different, accurate electronic scales - came up with a full weight of 165 grams (that's with all original links as provided from Rolex, Geneva)!!

Note 7½ links on the '12' side.......and 5 links on the '6' side!!

JJ

Gee, that's almost as much as my Seamaster Pro in SS (168 grams)

That's a fine hunk of Steel and gold JJ. Wear it well.

Lol-x · 1 October 2009, 03:57 PM

Weight in itself such as it is might not be a problem, but a good thing.
I mean look at Pamela Anderson,

What I really mean is it is important more how the weight is distributed. If the distribution of weight yields a nicely weighted watch around the wrist in both watch head and bracelet then the weight can be very much more comfortable than an ill fitting or balanced watch of the same weight.

Also in the area of weight and comfort, the fit of the bracelet is of great significance. I had my GMTIIC and for over 18 months it felt very uncomfortable. Then I gots to thinkings one day....

I added a link to one side of the clasp, moved a link to the other side of the clasp, shortened the clasp adjustment and the result was nothing short of sensational.

So there you go my

Tombstone · 1 October 2009, 04:53 PM

JJ this is your next Rolex yes you know you want it Buy it Buy it Buyin time baby

You can't flip this one as no one will buy it from you.

esm · 1 October 2009, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

whats the weight of that piece of red sticker?

mailman · 1 October 2009, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by esm

whats the weight of that piece of red sticker?

I was just going to as khim the same thing

Brushpup · 1 October 2009, 10:41 PM

You may get an answer.

2th Dr · 1 October 2009, 11:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colnago

Is it lighter by much now you've removed the stickers JJ?

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog1000

Only by a hair...

Or wait,was it a scratch!!!

AK Blackhawk · 3 October 2009, 05:46 AM

With the stickers removed and all factory links installed, my SS GMT IIc weighs exactly 152.24 grams. I weighed it myself this morning.

haakon59 · 3 October 2009, 06:18 AM

JJ, do you feel the extra weight comes mostly from the newer bracelets or is the new watch case that much heavier? Just curious.

JJ Irani · 3 October 2009, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by haakon59

JJ, do you feel the extra weight comes mostly from the newer bracelets or is the new watch case that much heavier? Just curious.

Well, for starters, the added weight would be the SOLID centre gold links as opposed to the hollow ones in previous TT bracelets.

The clasp too is more solid as compared with the older stamped ones. Watch cases have been slightly broadened and add up to the weight.

JJ

deserted · 3 October 2009, 01:58 PM

Beautiful GMT....The more i see yours it takes me away from the YM.

JJ Irani · 3 October 2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by deserted

Beautiful GMT....The more i see yours it takes me away from the YM.

They are both beautiful in their own rights. All that Platinum has an enticing charm of its own.

JJ

1 October 2009, 01:54 PM	#1
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1 October 2009, 01:58 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Wow...Thats heavier than I thought.......Mine is a little less(minus 1 link) but that is more than I would have imagined!!!! I guess when you wear it,the pleasure just makes it feel like a feather!!! For me anyway!!! Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

1 October 2009, 02:14 PM	#4
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	JJ,did you ever find out how much the DJ II weight was???? I remember a post of yours asking for its weight....... Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

1 October 2009, 02:21 PM	#6
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Yes I would think so as well......The super case is where all the weight is IMO!! Your not finding the GMT annoying for weight though are you.....?? __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

1 October 2009, 02:21 PM	#7
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Is it lighter by much now you've removed the stickers JJ? __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

1 October 2009, 02:24 PM	#8
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	wow you really cant get enough of your gmt2 c two tone huh,, really a nice watch..perfect watch for me..

1 October 2009, 03:57 PM	#11
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	Weight in itself such as it is might not be a problem, but a good thing. I mean look at Pamela Anderson, What I really mean is it is important more how the weight is distributed. If the distribution of weight yields a nicely weighted watch around the wrist in both watch head and bracelet then the weight can be very much more comfortable than an ill fitting or balanced watch of the same weight. Also in the area of weight and comfort, the fit of the bracelet is of great significance. I had my GMTIIC and for over 18 months it felt very uncomfortable. Then I gots to thinkings one day.... I added a link to one side of the clasp, moved a link to the other side of the clasp, shortened the clasp adjustment and the result was nothing short of sensational. So there you go my __________________ *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

1 October 2009, 04:53 PM	#12
Tombstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: LV, NV Watch: LV Sub and others Posts: 2,689	JJ this is your next Rolex yes you know you want it Buy it Buy it Buyin time baby You can't flip this one as no one will buy it from you. Attached Images __________________ Always working...by choice

1 October 2009, 10:41 PM	#15
Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	You may get an answer. __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

3 October 2009, 05:46 AM	#17
AK Blackhawk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Pete Location: Florida, USA Posts: 118	With the stickers removed and all factory links installed, my SS GMT IIc weighs exactly 152.24 grams. I weighed it myself this morning.

3 October 2009, 06:18 AM	#18
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	JJ, do you feel the extra weight comes mostly from the newer bracelets or is the new watch case that much heavier? Just curious.

3 October 2009, 01:58 PM	#20
deserted Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fort wayne IN Watch: Patek 1909003 Posts: 2,176	Beautiful GMT....The more i see yours it takes me away from the YM.

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