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Loevhagen · 6 June 2014, 01:26 AM

Which one do you prefer and why - if any?

I like the "old stuff" (plexi, etc) - but also like the idea of all new and more "robust".

datejust24 · 6 June 2014, 01:29 AM

the older GMT without a doubt...dont' get me wrong I do the like BLNR but the PCLS just dont do it for me in the slightest.

capote · 6 June 2014, 01:31 AM

I have warmed up a bit to the maxi case, but still prefer the classic look.

ale70 · 6 June 2014, 01:41 AM

Both....I would probably buy the Master I first, since its value may increase more than the BLNR, but then at some point buy the BLNR as well...

And I feel exactly like you do. I love the older GMT, but the solid feeling of the current model gives me a better feeling

ltmgeller · 6 June 2014, 01:48 AM

You can't go wrong with either, but why not go for both? I have grown so fond of the GMT I can't stop acquiring them. My advise would be to pick up an a metal bezeled Sapphire GMT or GMT II with all 3 inserts and the new BLNR. You will then have all your SS GMT needs met.

nickb732 · 6 June 2014, 01:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

You can't go wrong with either, but why not go for both? I have grown so fond of the GMT I can't stop acquiring them. My advise would be to pick up an a metal bezeled Sapphire GMT or GMT II with all 3 inserts and the new BLNR. You will then have all your SS GMT needs met.

Beauties!

Loevhagen · 6 June 2014, 01:51 AM

He, He - nice collection there, Mike. :)

samson66 · 6 June 2014, 01:52 AM

If not for the PCL's I'd go with the new one. But I just can't get past that.

T. Ferguson · 6 June 2014, 01:53 AM

Are you referring to the GMT1 versus the ceramic model or the GMT2 in general? The 16710 looks-wise has a lot more in common with the GMT1 than the ceramic.

For functionality I prefer the GMT2, no question. It is just a more powerful tool with enhanced capabilities. For looks I like them all, ceramic and pre-ceramic. Of course, the older models allow easy bezel changes so you can have multiple looks out of one watch, not to mention bracelet choices, but this goes for both the GMT1 and 2 pre-ceramics.

On the wrist I like the feel of the GMTC better. Real comfortable watch.

ltmgeller · 6 June 2014, 01:54 AM

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Originally Posted by nickb732

Beauties!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Loevhagen

He, He - nice collection there, Mike. :)

Thanks

ratty · 6 June 2014, 01:57 AM

In the photo above I think the four on the left look light weight, comfortable, quite subtle and classy. I think the new one on the right looks heavy, uncomfortable, not subtle at all and a bit 'look at me'.

Matt748 · 6 June 2014, 01:59 AM

Old school for me every time

strafer_kid · 6 June 2014, 04:08 AM

Old Pepsi for me every time - maybe not just as robust as the newer version but more than able to stand anything that comes its way!

pinkelle21 · 6 June 2014, 04:49 AM

Not gonna lie but I would love to have one new and one vintage👍

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SALTY · 6 June 2014, 05:59 AM

One is certainly larger and bolder but I do not necessarily know that one is more robust than the other.

The GMT II has the ability to adjust the hour hand independent of the GMT hand; this is very important functionality for me and anyone who jumps time zones but needs to reference either GMT (in my case) or their home time for some.

Ehile the comfort of the older five digit s/n styles is renowned, the Comfort Link feature of the new (6 digit s/n models) is great - especially in hotter weather.

tkerrmd · 6 June 2014, 06:05 AM

I like the newer version many upgrades, bezel, clasp, lume, case

Gerardus · 6 June 2014, 06:06 AM

Like them all :)

Lns888 · 6 June 2014, 06:26 AM

Blnr

Alfredo. · 6 June 2014, 06:30 AM

I prefer the new style ceramic GMT2. Especially the BLNR and the WG Pepsi. Old style with new twist.

landroverking · 6 June 2014, 06:50 AM

Gmt.

samsam · 6 June 2014, 06:59 AM

Don't like the old bracelet and clasp. Actually, only think I like about the old ones is the bezel colors and the fact that they are interchangeable.

rustyduck · 6 June 2014, 07:28 AM

I like the old and the new. the old will be around for a while because there are so many but they wear and you have to look at them harder. If you want an old one to swap bezels and wear that pepsi or coke, I'd say get it sooner than later. the new ones are also awesome. They're a different look and feel.

JohnFM · 6 June 2014, 07:36 AM

Old is classic and beautiful. New is big, bold, and a little showy. New may be better but old looks better to my eyes.

G Francis · 6 June 2014, 07:59 AM

1999 "A" series " Swiss" only dial with luminnova as opposed to super luminnova. Choice of oyster lock or jubilee bracelets. Came with black or Pepsi bezel. IMO (after 30 Years + of collecting) the most underpriced, hard wearing Rolex sports watch out there,

G Francis · 6 June 2014, 08:01 AM

The photo!

b06tmm · 6 June 2014, 08:10 AM

1991 GMT Master on jubilee.

Snow-Dweller · 6 June 2014, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

You can't go wrong with either, but why not go for both? I have grown so fond of the GMT I can't stop acquiring them. My advise would be to pick up an a metal bezeled Sapphire GMT or GMT II with all 3 inserts and the new BLNR. You will then have all your SS GMT needs met.

Great pic and your pieces look fantastic. Where I particularly agree with you is that the GMT (all models) has completely captured my attention.

Dr. Robert · 6 June 2014, 08:49 AM

Older for me....lighter in weight, more comfy for me.

Piloto · 6 June 2014, 09:55 AM

Nice collections. I hope to have an older one someday to compliment the BLNR.

AJMarcus · 6 June 2014, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b06tmm

1991 GMT Master on jubilee.

Perfection,

6 June 2014, 01:26 AM	#1
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	GMT Master I or II? Which one do you prefer and why - if any? I like the "old stuff" (plexi, etc) - but also like the idea of all new and more "robust".

6 June 2014, 01:48 AM	#5
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,591	You can't go wrong with either, but why not go for both? I have grown so fond of the GMT I can't stop acquiring them. My advise would be to pick up an a metal bezeled Sapphire GMT or GMT II with all 3 inserts and the new BLNR. You will then have all your SS GMT needs met. Attached Images

6 June 2014, 01:53 AM	#9
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	Are you referring to the GMT1 versus the ceramic model or the GMT2 in general? The 16710 looks-wise has a lot more in common with the GMT1 than the ceramic. For functionality I prefer the GMT2, no question. It is just a more powerful tool with enhanced capabilities. For looks I like them all, ceramic and pre-ceramic. Of course, the older models allow easy bezel changes so you can have multiple looks out of one watch, not to mention bracelet choices, but this goes for both the GMT1 and 2 pre-ceramics. On the wrist I like the feel of the GMTC better. Real comfortable watch. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

6 June 2014, 05:59 AM	#15
SALTY "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Watch: Your Six Posts: 1,500	One is certainly larger and bolder but I do not necessarily know that one is more robust than the other. The GMT II has the ability to adjust the hour hand independent of the GMT hand; this is very important functionality for me and anyone who jumps time zones but needs to reference either GMT (in my case) or their home time for some. Ehile the comfort of the older five digit s/n styles is renowned, the Comfort Link feature of the new (6 digit s/n models) is great - especially in hotter weather. __________________ Time and tide wait for no man.

6 June 2014, 06:06 AM	#17
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,147	Like them all :) __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

6 June 2014, 01:29 AM	#2
datejust24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cincinnati,Ohio Watch: Rolexssss Posts: 3,504	the older GMT without a doubt...dont' get me wrong I do the like BLNR but the PCLS just dont do it for me in the slightest.

6 June 2014, 01:31 AM	#3
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	I have warmed up a bit to the maxi case, but still prefer the classic look.

6 June 2014, 01:41 AM	#4
ale70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: NYC Posts: 332	Both....I would probably buy the Master I first, since its value may increase more than the BLNR, but then at some point buy the BLNR as well... And I feel exactly like you do. I love the older GMT, but the solid feeling of the current model gives me a better feeling

6 June 2014, 01:51 AM	#7
Loevhagen "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: The aperture Posts: 4,941	He, He - nice collection there, Mike. :)

6 June 2014, 01:52 AM	#8
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,795	If not for the PCL's I'd go with the new one. But I just can't get past that.

6 June 2014, 01:57 AM	#11
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,810	In the photo above I think the four on the left look light weight, comfortable, quite subtle and classy. I think the new one on the right looks heavy, uncomfortable, not subtle at all and a bit 'look at me'.

6 June 2014, 01:59 AM	#12
Matt748 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: London - UK Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,249	Old school for me every time

6 June 2014, 04:08 AM	#13
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,136	Old Pepsi for me every time - maybe not just as robust as the newer version but more than able to stand anything that comes its way!

6 June 2014, 04:49 AM	#14
pinkelle21 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: california coast Watch: rolex 116300 Posts: 741	Not gonna lie but I would love to have one new and one vintage👍 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 June 2014, 06:05 AM	#16
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	I like the newer version many upgrades, bezel, clasp, lume, case

6 June 2014, 06:26 AM	#18
Lns888 Banned Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: California Watch: PATEK, AP, ROLEX Posts: 639	Blnr

6 June 2014, 06:30 AM	#19
Alfredo. "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Margaritaville Posts: 3,639	I prefer the new style ceramic GMT2. Especially the BLNR and the WG Pepsi. Old style with new twist.

6 June 2014, 06:50 AM	#20
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	Gmt.

6 June 2014, 06:59 AM	#21
samsam "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 2,826	Don't like the old bracelet and clasp. Actually, only think I like about the old ones is the bezel colors and the fact that they are interchangeable.

6 June 2014, 07:28 AM	#22
rustyduck "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Lake Oswego Posts: 178	I like the old and the new. the old will be around for a while because there are so many but they wear and you have to look at them harder. If you want an old one to swap bezels and wear that pepsi or coke, I'd say get it sooner than later. the new ones are also awesome. They're a different look and feel.

6 June 2014, 07:36 AM	#23
JohnFM "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: northern CA USA Watch: 114270 Explorer Posts: 479	Old is classic and beautiful. New is big, bold, and a little showy. New may be better but old looks better to my eyes.

6 June 2014, 07:59 AM	#24
G Francis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UK Posts: 148	Best of all worlds? 1999 "A" series " Swiss" only dial with luminnova as opposed to super luminnova. Choice of oyster lock or jubilee bracelets. Came with black or Pepsi bezel. IMO (after 30 Years + of collecting) the most underpriced, hard wearing Rolex sports watch out there,

6 June 2014, 08:01 AM	#25
G Francis "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: UK Posts: 148	This time with The photo! Attached Images

6 June 2014, 08:10 AM	#26
b06tmm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Tim Location: South Shore Posts: 834	1991 GMT Master on jubilee.

6 June 2014, 08:49 AM	#28
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,301	Older for me....lighter in weight, more comfy for me. __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

6 June 2014, 09:55 AM	#29
Piloto "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: My overnight bag Watch: 16613 & 116710BLNR Posts: 572	Nice collections. I hope to have an older one someday to compliment the BLNR.

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