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SWISSAHOLICS · 9 February 2018, 05:14 AM

Pepsi please

Sorry I am no help

rubb3 · 9 February 2018, 05:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Watch_Clocker

$2000 difference for a 20 year newer watch + ceramic. BLNR all the way.

Makes a lot of sense

101031-28 · 9 February 2018, 05:26 AM

They both are amazing watches. Some prefer the BLNR, some the 16710. Is there a way you can try both on, see if one sings to you more than the other? I have both and love each for different reasons. While they are both Rolex and GMTs, they individually have characteristics the other one does not have. It really all depends on what you ultimately prefer. Can you start with one and add the other down the road or you just want one GMT?

bjw · 9 February 2018, 08:17 AM

I have both. If I had to choose only one - gun held to my head - 16710 Coke. it comes down to the fact that the 16710 is about 30% lighter and a bit more comfortable when it's hot. I wear the Coke mostly in the warmer months and the BLNR mostly in the cooler months.

Alexwwjd · 9 February 2018, 08:18 AM

I am the proud owner of a GMT II and a 16710 (Pepsi). 16710 gets my vote... there is just something about it...

Mrcoach32 · 9 February 2018, 08:21 AM

Blnr

Terrakot · 9 February 2018, 08:27 AM

Coke. Pepsi. Any 5 digits

Thermophilus · 9 February 2018, 08:30 AM

BLNR imo; both are great watches though

cjohns · 9 February 2018, 08:36 AM

Just get the 3&1 and wear a classic every day.

NattyBumppo · 9 February 2018, 09:33 AM

nananananananananananana..... BLNR

hbombkid · 9 February 2018, 10:15 AM

I owned a BLNR and it was cool but if I ever did a GMT again it would be the older style.

Only reason I would have all 3 inserts and swap when I would like to thus making it a completely different looking watch.

sabuhead · 9 February 2018, 11:01 AM

Hold off until Basil in March. Coke might come out in SS and ceramic

dot42 · 9 February 2018, 11:14 AM

i love the ceramic bezel, so i would go with the BLNR which is also more versatile in my opinion.

fskywalker · 9 February 2018, 11:48 AM

5 digit for a well proportioned case

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flv112 · 9 February 2018, 11:56 AM

My opinion only... it depends on what you're after. if it's just pure looks, it's the Coke for me (though I prefer new bracelet and clasp). If you're after the mechanical improvements and warranty, it's the BLNR. Get whatever sings to you. Tough choice... if you have the chance to get both, why not?

MTdweller · 9 February 2018, 12:15 PM

The six digit models are better engineered and incorporate many improvements that were long overdue. Also, in my opinion the blue/black combo of the BLNR is the best GMT bezel that Rolex has ever made. But I understand the allure of the Coke and Pepsi bezels too.

masterdinh · 9 February 2018, 03:09 PM

Ceramic all day

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lmmrf · 9 February 2018, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by sabuhead

Hold off until Basil in March. Coke might come out in SS and ceramic

Yes. This. I mean, no one knows. But it seems like a possibility at least.

superstarmar · 9 February 2018, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by meganfox17

and the verdict is ??? ding ding ding ding ding???

BLNR!!!!

henrylee · 9 February 2018, 04:02 PM

Both for me.

theflywrist · 9 February 2018, 07:23 PM

Definitely 5 digit coke.
Insert change is and option, swapping to straps is easier if you choose holes in the case, brushed bracelet, more of a utility feel, lighter, wears more refined, I can go on and on.

The BLNR was the first ever rolex I bought, and though i wore and loved it for a long long time, to me it doesn't compare. I still own my coke and sold my BLNR to my best friend.
Good luck with the choice though, nice problem to have!

The Libertine · 9 February 2018, 08:40 PM

Coke. Better proportioned case, better overall design, no polished center links, non-ceramic bezel that is easier and less-expensive to replace, highly desirable and will only continue to grow in popularity.

Onikage · 9 February 2018, 09:01 PM

Coke is driving people nuts. People want its perfect colouring imparted to ceramic. That reason alone is enough. It's also cooler - Mentioning your 'BLNR' or 'Batman' is decidedly uncool. In my opinion.

mountainjogger · 9 February 2018, 09:21 PM

Can not go wrong either way. May not be possible, but, as many have said, I really hope you can try both on first.

sgmgolf · 9 February 2018, 11:14 PM

Had both......sold the BLNR and kept the 16710 with all 3 bezel inserts.

Trane · 10 February 2018, 06:39 AM

I finally got to try on a BLNR today at an AD and I have to say it was amazing. Felt great on the wrist and looks even better in person in my opinion. I have yet to try on a Coke to truly compare apples to apples. Luckily the manager made a mistake and told me it was actually spoken for or I might have done something hasty!

soundwave · 22 June 2018, 10:01 PM

I have been contemplating this lately as well. I already have a coke and love it! Some points here resonate with me - in a negative way. I REALLY don't like the polished middle links and the blue color in the bezel sometimes looks a little 'cheap'. Still... the batman seems to be haunting me... :)

Chester01 · 22 June 2018, 10:12 PM

Tough call, but in the end no matter what you have an awesome watch. For me the BLNR when viewed from the top has the circle on square look due to the beefy lugs, and I just can’t get past that. I wish I could as the bezel on the BLNR is stunning and is a deep blue and black, but in other light takes on a silver look. Half the fun is the search and research you do prior to pulling the trigger, so enjoy.

Roger Lococco · 22 June 2018, 10:17 PM

I recently sold my 16710 and bought a new BLNR. Could not be happier with the move.

AlphaOmega4 · 22 June 2018, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trane

I'm actually pretty severely color blind, I'm happy you said that because sometimes I tend to choose really loud colors that are visible to me but can come off as too much for most people and don't match clothing. That was my main concern with the BLNR

UMMM.. If this is true why not just go GMT II LN ?

The all black with a splash of Green (which you probably wont see anyway) is a nice classic look and would save you some $$ as well.

Just a thought .. Best of luck with your decision

9 February 2018, 05:14 AM	#61
SWISSAHOLICS "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Here! Watch: Rolex Posts: 4,366	Pepsi please Sorry I am no help __________________ 16610LN \| 16613LB \| 16710 Pepsi \| 118238 \| 116500 (White) \| 116500 (Black) \| 116710BLNR \| 116610LV "The one thing I fear most is time; time waits for no one and leaves no options."

9 February 2018, 05:26 AM	#63
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,764	They both are amazing watches. Some prefer the BLNR, some the 16710. Is there a way you can try both on, see if one sings to you more than the other? I have both and love each for different reasons. While they are both Rolex and GMTs, they individually have characteristics the other one does not have. It really all depends on what you ultimately prefer. Can you start with one and add the other down the road or you just want one GMT? __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

9 February 2018, 08:17 AM	#64
bjw "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: USA Posts: 443	I have both. If I had to choose only one - gun held to my head - 16710 Coke. it comes down to the fact that the 16710 is about 30% lighter and a bit more comfortable when it's hot. I wear the Coke mostly in the warmer months and the BLNR mostly in the cooler months. __________________ 116710 BLNR 16710 COKE Tudor 7922R Tudor 79220N Tudor 79260P Panda "Opinions are like wrist watches, everyone's shows different time from the other. But all believe that theirs is accurate. "

9 February 2018, 08:21 AM	#66
Mrcoach32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 469	Blnr __________________ Rolex 116610LN, Rolex 116710BLNR, Rolex 116610LV, Rolex 126600, Panerai PAM01320, Omega Planet Ocean 232.90.42.21.03.001, Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.005, Omega Seamaster 300M 2531.80.00, Tudor Pelagos LHD 25610TNL, Seiko SBDC007, Casio G-Shock GSTS130BC-1A

9 February 2018, 08:27 AM	#67
Terrakot "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Italy-Russia Watch: Rolex LVc/BLNR Posts: 670	Coke. Pepsi. Any 5 digits __________________ Ta-dah! "The best things in life aren't things"

9 February 2018, 08:18 AM	#65
Alexwwjd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Texas Watch: Out!!! Posts: 2,352	I am the proud owner of a GMT II and a 16710 (Pepsi). 16710 gets my vote... there is just something about it...

9 February 2018, 08:30 AM	#68
Thermophilus "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 16	BLNR imo; both are great watches though

9 February 2018, 08:36 AM	#69
cjohns "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Clark Location: Ramsey Minnesota Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 954	Just get the 3&1 and wear a classic every day. __________________ GMT Master II 126300 41 White stick smooth Explorer 39mm SOLD ,, 114060 SOLD NIB Sub ND SOLD,,Shouldn't have!!!Crap!

9 February 2018, 09:33 AM	#70
NattyBumppo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Charles Location: Baltimore Watch: Omega Seamaster Posts: 77	nananananananananananana..... BLNR

9 February 2018, 10:15 AM	#71
hbombkid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: VA Watch: Sub 116610 Posts: 1,082	I owned a BLNR and it was cool but if I ever did a GMT again it would be the older style. Only reason I would have all 3 inserts and swap when I would like to thus making it a completely different looking watch.

9 February 2018, 11:01 AM	#72
sabuhead "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 18	Hold off until Basil in March. Coke might come out in SS and ceramic

9 February 2018, 11:14 AM	#73
dot42 Banned Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: US Posts: 32	i love the ceramic bezel, so i would go with the BLNR which is also more versatile in my opinion.

9 February 2018, 11:48 AM	#74
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 25,181	5 digit for a well proportioned case Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 / 210.90.42.20.01.001 Zenith 02.480.405 2FA security enabled

9 February 2018, 11:56 AM	#75
flv112 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: flv Location: asia Posts: 241	My opinion only... it depends on what you're after. if it's just pure looks, it's the Coke for me (though I prefer new bracelet and clasp). If you're after the mechanical improvements and warranty, it's the BLNR. Get whatever sings to you. Tough choice... if you have the chance to get both, why not?

9 February 2018, 12:15 PM	#76
MTdweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Ty Location: West Coast Watch: the time fly! Posts: 1,493	The six digit models are better engineered and incorporate many improvements that were long overdue. Also, in my opinion the blue/black combo of the BLNR is the best GMT bezel that Rolex has ever made. But I understand the allure of the Coke and Pepsi bezels too.

9 February 2018, 03:09 PM	#77
masterdinh "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mexico Watch: 116610-LV Posts: 704	Ceramic all day Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116500LN Black, 116500LN White 116613LB, 116610 LV 116660 Deep Blue, 126600 116710 BLNR, 326934 Black PAM 24

9 February 2018, 04:02 PM	#80
henrylee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Socal/LA Watch: 116610LN Ceramic Posts: 3,223	Both for me. __________________ ♛ Sub 116610LN 2011 ♛ GMT 126710BLNR 2021 ♛ GMT 126711CHNR 2020 ♛ Datejust 16233 X-series 1993 Ω Speedmaster Mitsukoshi 2019 č Cartier Tank w5200025 2021

9 February 2018, 07:23 PM	#81
theflywrist "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Stratosphere Posts: 1,993	Definitely 5 digit coke. Insert change is and option, swapping to straps is easier if you choose holes in the case, brushed bracelet, more of a utility feel, lighter, wears more refined, I can go on and on. The BLNR was the first ever rolex I bought, and though i wore and loved it for a long long time, to me it doesn't compare. I still own my coke and sold my BLNR to my best friend. Good luck with the choice though, nice problem to have!

9 February 2018, 08:40 PM	#82
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Coke. Better proportioned case, better overall design, no polished center links, non-ceramic bezel that is easier and less-expensive to replace, highly desirable and will only continue to grow in popularity.

9 February 2018, 09:01 PM	#83
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	Coke is driving people nuts. People want its perfect colouring imparted to ceramic. That reason alone is enough. It's also cooler - Mentioning your 'BLNR' or 'Batman' is decidedly uncool. In my opinion. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

9 February 2018, 09:21 PM	#84
mountainjogger 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: H Location: North Carolina Watch: M99230B-0008 Posts: 5,675	Can not go wrong either way. May not be possible, but, as many have said, I really hope you can try both on first. __________________ The King of Cool.

9 February 2018, 11:14 PM	#85
sgmgolf "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: MA Watch: 16600,16710,Tudor Posts: 1,372	Had both......sold the BLNR and kept the 16710 with all 3 bezel inserts.

10 February 2018, 06:39 AM	#86
Trane "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 201	I finally got to try on a BLNR today at an AD and I have to say it was amazing. Felt great on the wrist and looks even better in person in my opinion. I have yet to try on a Coke to truly compare apples to apples. Luckily the manager made a mistake and told me it was actually spoken for or I might have done something hasty!

22 June 2018, 10:01 PM	#87
soundwave "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Finland Posts: 184	I have been contemplating this lately as well. I already have a coke and love it! Some points here resonate with me - in a negative way. I REALLY don't like the polished middle links and the blue color in the bezel sometimes looks a little 'cheap'. Still... the batman seems to be haunting me... :)

22 June 2018, 10:12 PM	#88
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	Tough call, but in the end no matter what you have an awesome watch. For me the BLNR when viewed from the top has the circle on square look due to the beefy lugs, and I just can’t get past that. I wish I could as the bezel on the BLNR is stunning and is a deep blue and black, but in other light takes on a silver look. Half the fun is the search and research you do prior to pulling the trigger, so enjoy.

22 June 2018, 10:17 PM	#89
Roger Lococco "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: Roger Lococco Location: Asia Watch: 126719BLRO Pepsi Posts: 2,980	I recently sold my 16710 and bought a new BLNR. Could not be happier with the move. __________________ 116500 Daytona White Dial 126710BLNR GMT II 126719BLRO Blue Dial Pepsi GMT II

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