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3 May 2010, 05:27 AM
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Alternative bracelets for 16710....
On a review of the GMT 16710, the oyster bracelet was said to be cheap and not in keeping with an expensive watch.The remedy was to get a new Super Jubilee bracelet. Can anybody tell me 1) Will the bracelet off the new 116710 GMT IIc fit a 16710 has anyone tried it or is the case and pins the wrong shape and size ? 2) how come a Super Jubilee will fit it ? 3) How much would a new 116710 GMT IIc bacelet cost, if it could be fitted in the UK ? 4) How much would a Super jubilee cost in the UK. ? Has anybody done any of these mods ?
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3 May 2010, 06:43 AM
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2-By shear luck. And it's not a perfect fit. Better on the GMT than the Exp II because of the bezel overhang. 3-Don't know. 4-Yes, I've installed a super jubilee on a GMT II.  dP
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3 May 2010, 08:57 AM
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The oyster bracelet is not cheap, it is light and super comfortable with a nice small clasp. The classic GMT's have the same bracelet as the Explorer II's, both watches including their bracelets will take a beating and last a lifetime.
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3 May 2010, 09:11 AM
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X2. It's over priced but it will take a beating and has been time tested for years.
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3 May 2010, 10:29 AM
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Dan just covered all the bases I think, the Super Jubilee is PURE quality!
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3 May 2010, 10:48 AM
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what is the difference between a jubilee and and a super jubilee?
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3 May 2010, 11:08 AM
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3 May 2010, 11:44 AM
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Thanks Bill!!
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4 May 2010, 11:13 PM
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Luke, you will have to fit a Super yourself. It is easy. I bought my 63200 incl spring bars in the UK and can tell you what you need to do... PM if keen
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4 May 2010, 11:18 PM
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Not exactly what you are describing, but shows what can be done...
Exp II + GMT IIc bracelet & clasp http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=68507 GMT Master II + Glidelock clasp http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=70639 Cheers
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4 May 2010, 11:52 PM
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Fantastic links, thanks! I'm not a huge of the super jubilee on the Explorer II, but the upgraded oyster? VERY NICE. For now, the watch is new to me, so I won't entertain changing it, but it's good to know it's possible. |
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4 May 2010, 11:55 PM
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[QUOTE=Cru Jones;1834054] I'm not a huge of the super jubilee on the Explorer IIQUOTE]
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