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WEST HAM ROLEX · 31 July 2017, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Quicksilver

Fantastic collection

cop414 · 31 July 2017, 08:50 PM

Great comparison shots!

ejvette · 2 August 2017, 07:14 PM

WEST HAM ROLEX · 31 July 2017, 07:26 PM

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1William · 31 July 2017, 08:47 PM

Nice watches.

ras47 · 31 July 2017, 09:45 PM

The new style is really growing on me. As a 16710 owner I always said the new models leave me cold. But I'm really starting to like that bezel in all black.

Quicksilver · 31 July 2017, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ras47

The new style is really growing on me. As a 16710 owner I always said the new models leave me cold. But I'm really starting to like that bezel in all black.

I agree. Love my 16710 but it's 6 digit replacement with the black bezel Is my favourite 6 digit Rolex.

shedlock2000 · 2 August 2017, 01:45 PM

See, here's the rub: I love the functionality of the 3085/3185 movement, but I don't like the 'Mickey Mouse' look of the 6 digit cases.

Sure, the Master IIs are stunning watches, but for me the absolute platonic form remains with the 16750/3 models -- I just love that slightly fatter bezel and warmth of the acrylic crystal.

I wish the 3186 would squeeze into the 16750 case! 🤤

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springer · 2 August 2017, 01:57 PM

As I look at those wrists shots, I realize it confirms why I prefer the older 5-digit models. Damn, look at those unsculptured lugs on the ceramics. I wonder it they could have been made any larger...

sensui · 2 August 2017, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by springer

As I look at those wrists shots, I realize it confirms why I prefer the older 5-digit models. Damn, look at those unsculptured lugs on the ceramics. I wonder it they could have been made any larger...

So true JP.....if it weren't for the interesting dials like the lvc/blue ym or the nice blue on the blnr....I'd far prefer the five digit dimensions...ok the sd4k squeezes by also with the nice proportions and comfort as well...and the modern Daytona/DD.....but the maxi cases in general is not a good step forward.

lord91 · 2 August 2017, 03:56 PM

Looking at the flimsy bracelets of the pre 6 digit of any Rolex model, or single point fixed bezels that rarely can be perfectly aligned, it amazes me how long it took Rolex to build a full quality watch. I guess quality was used before for pre 6 digit as to describe reliability, otherwise it's not the case.

tig00s1783 · 2 August 2017, 04:57 PM

Loving the GMTs!

ferrissteve11 · 2 August 2017, 10:46 PM

Having owned vintage and now modern pieces, I certainly prefer the case, proportions, and heft of the modern iterations. Though I prefer the vintage prices :)

31 July 2017, 08:50 PM	#2
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31 July 2017, 09:45 PM	#6
ras47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Northern NJ Watch: 16710 BLRO Posts: 3,064	How the times have changed The new style is really growing on me. As a 16710 owner I always said the new models leave me cold. But I'm really starting to like that bezel in all black. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II BLRO 16710 Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chrono

2 August 2017, 01:45 PM	#8
shedlock2000 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Steve Location: Canada Watch: 16753; Bellini Dia Posts: 1,770	How the times have changed See, here's the rub: I love the functionality of the 3085/3185 movement, but I don't like the 'Mickey Mouse' look of the 6 digit cases. Sure, the Master IIs are stunning watches, but for me the absolute platonic form remains with the 16750/3 models -- I just love that slightly fatter bezel and warmth of the acrylic crystal. I wish the 3186 would squeeze into the 16750 case! 🤤 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ The trouble with having an open mind, of course, is that people will insist on coming along and trying to put things in it. SS Submariner no date 1992 (sold); SS GMT II 2007 (sold); SS GMT II C 2008 ('M' series) (sold); SS Sub C 2011 (sold); BB GMT 1971 (sold); Omega 50th GMT

2 August 2017, 01:57 PM	#9
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	As I look at those wrists shots, I realize it confirms why I prefer the older 5-digit models. Damn, look at those unsculptured lugs on the ceramics. I wonder it they could have been made any larger... __________________ 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.

31 July 2017, 07:26 PM	#4
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31 July 2017, 08:47 PM	#5
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,764	Nice watches.

2 August 2017, 03:56 PM	#11
lord91 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Bucuresti Watch: a Rolex duo Posts: 1,987	Looking at the flimsy bracelets of the pre 6 digit of any Rolex model, or single point fixed bezels that rarely can be perfectly aligned, it amazes me how long it took Rolex to build a full quality watch. I guess quality was used before for pre 6 digit as to describe reliability, otherwise it's not the case.

2 August 2017, 04:57 PM	#12
tig00s1783 Banned Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: Rolex 116710BLNR Posts: 477	Loving the GMTs!

2 August 2017, 10:46 PM	#13
ferrissteve11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: USA Posts: 1,116	Having owned vintage and now modern pieces, I certainly prefer the case, proportions, and heft of the modern iterations. Though I prefer the vintage prices :)

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