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Newportkrieger · 12 December 2009, 06:23 AM

I recently had my question about what a "stick" dial is and now I am wondering what a "gilt" dial is on a GMT. I may have the opportunity to buy a 2 million series GMT from its original owner, a Vietnam era pilot.

What were the variations available in the GMT at that time and what should I look for if anything?

Any advice, and counsel is appreciated.

Thank you,

Steve

WatchTimes · 12 December 2009, 06:30 AM

Others will come in with lots of advice but I think the best advice I can give is try to get a pic of the watch and post it here.

It will help others determine its value etc.

Of course someone else will be able to fill you in on the variations of the GMT at that period here as well :)

snow_rocks · 12 December 2009, 06:45 AM

Gilt means gold leaf lettering.

Speed · 12 December 2009, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newportkrieger

I recently had my question about what a "stick" dial is and now I am wondering what a "gilt" dial is on a GMT. I may have the opportunity to buy a 2 million series GMT from its original owner, a Vietnam era pilot.

What were the variations available in the GMT at that time and what should I look for if anything?

Any advice, and counsel is appreciated.

Thank you,

Steve

Here is a great (free) resource for all your questions. I like this site. Learned alot of great stuff that helped me in my search.

http://gmtmasterhistory.com/

mike · 12 December 2009, 07:24 AM

That serial number is going to be a tad late for a gilt dial.

From our library and our man Orchi.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=74976

watchthisone2 · 12 December 2009, 07:29 AM

Here's a gilt dial on a GMT from 67

onkyo · 12 December 2009, 08:07 AM

Gilt dials carry a special significance to vintage Rolex enthusiasts.

Rolex1675 · 15 December 2009, 01:19 AM

Here's my Gilt Dial from 1966

mike · 15 December 2009, 07:39 AM

I'll put one in. 1.3 mil.

springer · 15 December 2009, 11:19 AM

As Mike noted, 2 million is way past the point for gilt dials. That would be 1967/78 vintage and they were long gone from production by then. But, as we've seen before, anything could be possible from Rolex.

acce1999 · 15 December 2009, 06:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I'll put one in. 1.3 mil.

Wow, a 40+ years old watch that looks brand new! Wonderful condition.

Best,

A

12 December 2009, 06:23 AM	#1
Newportkrieger Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Newport Beach, CA Watch: GMT Master Pepsi Posts: 1,243	Gilt dial GMT........... I recently had my question about what a "stick" dial is and now I am wondering what a "gilt" dial is on a GMT. I may have the opportunity to buy a 2 million series GMT from its original owner, a Vietnam era pilot. What were the variations available in the GMT at that time and what should I look for if anything? Any advice, and counsel is appreciated. Thank you, Steve

12 December 2009, 06:30 AM	#2
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	Others will come in with lots of advice but I think the best advice I can give is try to get a pic of the watch and post it here. It will help others determine its value etc. Of course someone else will be able to fill you in on the variations of the GMT at that period here as well :) __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

12 December 2009, 08:07 AM	#7
onkyo Banned Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Pav Location: Manhattan Posts: 11,495	Here is my gilt dial 1675 .... Gilt dials carry a special significance to vintage Rolex enthusiasts.

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springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,309	As Mike noted, 2 million is way past the point for gilt dials. That would be 1967/78 vintage and they were long gone from production by then. But, as we've seen before, anything could be possible from Rolex. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

12 December 2009, 06:45 AM	#3
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	Gilt means gold leaf lettering.

12 December 2009, 07:24 AM	#5
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	That serial number is going to be a tad late for a gilt dial. From our library and our man Orchi. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=74976

15 December 2009, 07:39 AM	#9
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I'll put one in. 1.3 mil.

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