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hotlantaharry · 15 October 2007, 01:17 AM

Good Morning!

I am looking to make a purchase of my first Rolex. I have narrowed it down between a Sub/date and an older style GMT II with a pepsi bezel, #16710 . They are pretty equal in my book as there are things I like about each and don't like. With the sub I really love the quick set date but the crown digs into me a bit. With the GMT, it is a bit more comfy and I travel alot to europe so the time zone function would come in handy.

I really like the new GMT-C and the solid bracelet but at full MSRP (no one down here is discounting them), it is a bit out of my range so I am sticking with the older models.

I found an AD in Georgia willing to give me a 20% discount on the pepsi GMT II 16710(brand new Z model)! I am guessing that this is too good to pass up as from other posts here, it seems that the old styles are not really being discounted. I am torn between the sub and GMT II but at this price I guess I can always get a black bezel if I get sick of the blue/red. I figure with the $ I would save, I could put that towards my next watch!

Thoughts? Is that a great discount?

ROLEXAHOLIC · 15 October 2007, 01:23 AM

20% off is a good discount, Go for it!!! And then post some pics

Jedi · 15 October 2007, 01:27 AM

20% is a good discount in anyone's money. They are offering USD4,300 in NYC for a Pepsi Z series. I'd take it if I were you, seeing as the reference is no longer produced by Rolex.

The Pepsi is a classic, and when I decided to get one, I had to hunt one down in my part of the world, used, but in mint condition with all the trimmings.

The Sub Date is also a great piece, a total iconic Rolex as almost everyone here will tell you, but it's something that will not go away for a long while in my opinion.

If I were you, buy the GMT II Pepsi, and pick up a black or red/black (Coke) bezel when you're next in Europe. In the US and elsewhere, the RSC will change bezels over for you, but keep the old on. In Europe, you can buy a new bezel and change it over whenever you feel like it.

Good luck with your decision making, and last but not least, welcome to TRF

daunwaun · 15 October 2007, 01:29 AM

20 percent you cannot refuse!!!! go buy it and wear itin good health cheers

Silvio · 15 October 2007, 01:30 AM

I think what you really want is the new GMT-C. I have been in this situation before in 2004. I had the opportunity to buy a Daytona but, because the Seadweler was $2,500.00 less I bought it. Don't take me wrong I love my SD, but if I could go back in time I would've bought the Daytona. Do yourself a favor, do a little sacrifice and buy what you really want, you won't regret.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotlantaharry

Good Morning!

I am looking to make a purchase of my first Rolex. I have narrowed it down between a Sub/date and an older style GMT II with a pepsi bezel, #16710 . They are pretty equal in my book as there are things I like about each and don't like. With the sub I really love the quick set date but the crown digs into me a bit. With the GMT, it is a bit more comfy and I travel alot to europe so the time zone function would come in handy.

I really like the new GMT-C and the solid bracelet but at full MSRP (no one down here is discounting them), it is a bit out of my range so I am sticking with the older models.

I found an AD in Georgia willing to give me a 20% discount on the pepsi GMT II 16710(brand new Z model)! I am guessing that this is too good to pass up as from other posts here, it seems that the old styles are not really being discounted. I am torn between the sub and GMT II but at this price I guess I can always get a black bezel if I get sick of the blue/red. I figure with the $ I would save, I could put that towards my next watch!

Thoughts? Is that a great discount?

problmchylde · 15 October 2007, 01:42 AM

I like both.But of course the one with the bigger discount would sway my decision.

Tools · 15 October 2007, 01:56 AM

That would be a good price for a 16710.

I like both the Sub and the GMT, but I think dollar for dollar you get more watch with the GMT than with the Sub....Unless you spend a lot of time at the seaside and want a diver..

As for looks, get that black insert and nobody will be able to tell the difference from a couple of feet away..

Downing · 15 October 2007, 04:19 AM

Hi Harry, welcome to TRF!

You're getting good advice here. The only thing I would add is that if the Sub--or any other watch for that matter--isn't comfortable on your wrist, don't get it no matter what the price.

Good luck. Post photos.

Btw, I'm an old Athens boy and proud UGa Bulldog, Class of '80.

f16570 · 15 October 2007, 05:04 AM

Welcome, and enjoy whatever you choose.

f

haakon59 · 15 October 2007, 05:08 AM

20% is an excellent discount for Rolex--you should grab it. It sounds like you like the GMT, so I would go for that one. Good luck to you.

Gaijin · 15 October 2007, 05:14 AM

If you can get 20% on a GMT. Two words. DO IT!

mike · 15 October 2007, 12:39 PM

That is a wonderfull price.

ashu2289 · 15 October 2007, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by KansaiVet

If you can get 20% on a GMT. Two words. DO IT!

Exactly

:ch eers:

Paulie · 15 October 2007, 02:27 PM

At 20% off, it's like paying retail at the 4 years ago price.

And the 16710 is such a beauty!

lemonlib · 15 October 2007, 03:07 PM

use the force.My young padawan

..put it on your wrist..and the watch should talk to you...it should look good and in the back of your head...its shouting
" buy me..."

besk of luck in your decision
they are both great 1st rolex.

Lemon

Jedi · 15 October 2007, 07:51 PM

It doesn't take long to go from Rolex Padawan to fully fledged Jedi-hood either!!

Robb · 15 October 2007, 08:48 PM

20% is great. Do it!

SPACE-DWELLER · 15 October 2007, 09:44 PM

Welcome to TRF!

I would definately go for the 20 % discount deal on the GMT II.

It is such a nice classic timepiece, and you can always buy the Sub later.

But the GMT II 16710 is no more made, so I suggest you get it while you can.

Good luck, and congrats on getting it at such a nice price!

ceya · 16 October 2007, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotlantaharry

Good Morning!

I am looking to make a purchase of my first Rolex. I have narrowed it down between a Sub/date and an older style GMT II with a pepsi bezel, #16710 . They are pretty equal in my book as there are things I like about each and don't like. With the sub I really love the quick set date but the crown digs into me a bit. With the GMT, it is a bit more comfy and I travel alot to europe so the time zone function would come in handy.

I really like the new GMT-C and the solid bracelet but at full MSRP (no one down here is discounting them), it is a bit out of my range so I am sticking with the older models.

I found an AD in Georgia willing to give me a 20% discount on the pepsi GMT II 16710(brand new Z model)! I am guessing that this is too good to pass up as from other posts here, it seems that the old styles are not really being discounted. I am torn between the sub and GMT II but at this price I guess I can always get a black bezel if I get sick of the blue/red. I figure with the $ I would save, I could put that towards my next watch!

Thoughts? Is that a great discount?

Hello,

You have PM.

Thank you

timetravel125 · 16 October 2007, 08:32 AM

Buy the GMT II Pepsi for now.

There will be another "time and reason" to buy the ceramic bezeled GMT.

the186element · 16 October 2007, 10:42 AM

think pepsi

Jedi · 16 October 2007, 07:21 PM

Pepsi and Coke would go well together in this instance.

freshacejay · 16 October 2007, 08:00 PM

Id go with the GMT and get the black and black/red bezels to change whenever i feel like it.

Have fun with it! And dont be sad about "just" getting the old GMT i think it looks better than the new one anyways! :D

Jedi · 16 October 2007, 08:22 PM

They are a classic model.

No question.

Got mine used, A-series, with drilled lugs. Couldn't be happier.

15 October 2007, 01:29 AM	#4
daunwaun "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Ken Location: toronto Watch: 18K YG Day Date Posts: 2,985	20 percent you cannot refuse!!!! go buy it and wear itin good health cheers __________________ DAUNWAUN

15 October 2007, 04:19 AM	#8
Downing "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Downing Location: Portland, Oregon Watch: SD ExpII GO Nav ND Posts: 1,640	Hi Harry, welcome to TRF! You're getting good advice here. The only thing I would add is that if the Sub--or any other watch for that matter--isn't comfortable on your wrist, don't get it no matter what the price. Good luck. Post photos. Btw, I'm an old Athens boy and proud UGa Bulldog, Class of '80. __________________ One if by land, one if by sea, one if by air and one uh, just to tell time. Rolex Explorer II White Rolex Sea-Dweller Glashütte Original Navigator Panerai 183 G Black Seal

15 October 2007, 02:27 PM	#14
Paulie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Chicagoland Watch: GMTII and OP! Posts: 1,272	At 20% off, it's like paying retail at the 4 years ago price. And the 16710 is such a beauty! __________________

15 October 2007, 08:48 PM	#17
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15 October 2007, 09:44 PM	#18
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! I would definately go for the 20 % discount deal on the GMT II. It is such a nice classic timepiece, and you can always buy the Sub later. But the GMT II 16710 is no more made, so I suggest you get it while you can. Good luck, and congrats on getting it at such a nice price! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

15 October 2007, 01:17 AM	#1
hotlantaharry "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2	Decisions, Decisions... A newbie needs help Good Morning! I am looking to make a purchase of my first Rolex. I have narrowed it down between a Sub/date and an older style GMT II with a pepsi bezel, #16710 . They are pretty equal in my book as there are things I like about each and don't like. With the sub I really love the quick set date but the crown digs into me a bit. With the GMT, it is a bit more comfy and I travel alot to europe so the time zone function would come in handy. I really like the new GMT-C and the solid bracelet but at full MSRP (no one down here is discounting them), it is a bit out of my range so I am sticking with the older models. I found an AD in Georgia willing to give me a 20% discount on the pepsi GMT II 16710(brand new Z model)! I am guessing that this is too good to pass up as from other posts here, it seems that the old styles are not really being discounted. I am torn between the sub and GMT II but at this price I guess I can always get a black bezel if I get sick of the blue/red. I figure with the $ I would save, I could put that towards my next watch! Thoughts? Is that a great discount?

15 October 2007, 01:23 AM	#2
ROLEXAHOLIC Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Richard Location: usa Watch: 116528 Posts: 376	*20% off is a good discount, Go for it!!! And then post some pics*

15 October 2007, 01:27 AM	#3
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	20% is a good discount in anyone's money. They are offering USD4,300 in NYC for a Pepsi Z series. I'd take it if I were you, seeing as the reference is no longer produced by Rolex. The Pepsi is a classic, and when I decided to get one, I had to hunt one down in my part of the world, used, but in mint condition with all the trimmings. The Sub Date is also a great piece, a total iconic Rolex as almost everyone here will tell you, but it's something that will not go away for a long while in my opinion. If I were you, buy the GMT II Pepsi, and pick up a black or red/black (Coke) bezel when you're next in Europe. In the US and elsewhere, the RSC will change bezels over for you, but keep the old on. In Europe, you can buy a new bezel and change it over whenever you feel like it. Good luck with your decision making, and last but not least, welcome to TRF

15 October 2007, 01:42 AM	#6
problmchylde "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: PETER Location: Singapore Watch: 1665 SD Posts: 768	I like both.But of course the one with the bigger discount would sway my decision.

15 October 2007, 01:56 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,516	That would be a good price for a 16710. I like both the Sub and the GMT, but I think dollar for dollar you get more watch with the GMT than with the Sub....Unless you spend a lot of time at the seaside and want a diver.. As for looks, get that black insert and nobody will be able to tell the difference from a couple of feet away..

15 October 2007, 05:04 AM	#9
f16570 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: F Location: Scotland Watch: Exp II White Face Posts: 4,272	Welcome, and enjoy whatever you choose. f

15 October 2007, 05:08 AM	#10
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	20% is an excellent discount for Rolex--you should grab it. It sounds like you like the GMT, so I would go for that one. Good luck to you.

15 October 2007, 05:14 AM	#11
Gaijin 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Japan Watch: ing your back. Posts: 16,179	If you can get 20% on a GMT. Two words. DO IT!

15 October 2007, 12:39 PM	#12
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	That is a wonderfull price.

15 October 2007, 03:07 PM	#15
lemonlib Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: pasadena, ca Posts: 52	use the force.My young padawan ..put it on your wrist..and the watch should talk to you...it should look good and in the back of your head...its shouting " buy me..." besk of luck in your decision they are both great 1st rolex. Lemon

15 October 2007, 07:51 PM	#16
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	It doesn't take long to go from Rolex Padawan to fully fledged Jedi-hood either!!

16 October 2007, 08:32 AM	#20
timetravel125 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Louie Location: California Watch: Rolex Posts: 644	Buy the GMT II Pepsi for now. There will be another "time and reason" to buy the ceramic bezeled GMT.

16 October 2007, 10:42 AM	#21
the186element Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: usa Watch: GMTII PEPSI Posts: 385	think pepsi

16 October 2007, 07:21 PM	#22
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	Pepsi and Coke would go well together in this instance.

16 October 2007, 08:00 PM	#23
freshacejay "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Germany Posts: 193	Id go with the GMT and get the black and black/red bezels to change whenever i feel like it. Have fun with it! And dont be sad about "just" getting the old GMT i think it looks better than the new one anyways! :D

16 October 2007, 08:22 PM	#24
Jedi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Lee Location: Malaysia Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,534	They are a classic model. No question. Got mine used, A-series, with drilled lugs. Couldn't be happier.

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