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Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 04:07 AM

I will be in London this next week during the Royal Wedding and then on to the continent.

I will only take ONE watch.....and I am torn between SS GMT 16700 (daily wearer), and a TT 16713. I love the stainless and have the option to take/use a jubilee as well as the oyster with the 16700 but London has a bit more formality in the air, esp with the wedding, and the TT may be a bit more appropriate and fun. The 16713 gets no wrist time at home.

The trip, as always, involves the front of the airplane, some nice hotels/restaurants, lots of museums and just strolling through the old city. I am not worried about strong arm robbery and the watch only leaves my wrist for the safe in the room.

Suggestions?

Polemic · 25 April 2011, 04:17 AM

16700 on oyster will be the ultimate choice.

horseco · 25 April 2011, 04:17 AM

The TT DJ on jubilee is a Rolex icon...

dddrees · 25 April 2011, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horseco

the tt dj on jubilee is a rolex icon...

x2

Chris B · 25 April 2011, 05:38 AM

Wear the TT & hope for some nice spring sunshine to set it off

03cobraa · 25 April 2011, 05:51 AM

Since you dont wear it much at home, it should be fun to take it on your trip!

Gerardus · 25 April 2011, 05:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Polemic

16700 on oyster will be the ultimate choice.

My vote also

davida · 25 April 2011, 06:23 AM

.....

Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horseco

The TT DJ on jubilee is a Rolex icon...

I know...as I own a TT Date just but I am going to take a GMT...SS or TT. The poll has the SS winning by a wide margin but maybe the poor ignored TT would like to get out of the house...

MortgageGuy · 25 April 2011, 07:34 AM

Take the TT as she doesnt seem to be getting out much

HKtoter · 25 April 2011, 07:49 AM

What does a wedding that you are taking no part in has to do with a wristwatch?

davida · 25 April 2011, 08:28 AM

Get a grip and take both

wdalew5 · 25 April 2011, 08:30 AM

Confused here.

davida · 25 April 2011, 08:44 AM

Is this the best TRF gets?

Come on guys, surly we dont need the approval of others for something like this? Think for yourselfs and man up.

I may be in the minority here but these threads are putting me right off. Its starting to feel like a womens magazine!!

Dave.

Mockingbird · 25 April 2011, 08:47 AM

Take the 16700.

Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 09:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davida

Is this the best TRF gets?

Come on guys, surly we dont need the approval of others for something like this? Think for yourselfs and man up.

I may be in the minority here but these threads are putting me right off. Its starting to feel like a womens magazine!!

Dave.

THREE posts on this thread and you have contributed NOTHING but a self important condescending attitude. !

dont take yourself or these posts and this forum so seriously... you will enoy life more and probably live longer.

If you dont understand or dont approve.. do not read the thread and certainly exersize some self restraint if you are going to take it so seriously and dont participate to the detriment of your mental well being...

Scroll down the list of tpics in this forum. If you are looking for significant, serious discussion of Rolex watches; 1) it wont take long to exhaust the topic and 2) by the looks of the forum OP topics...it doesn not appear that most share your serious nature.

esm · 25 April 2011, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davida

I may be in the minority here but these threads are putting me right off. Its starting to feel like a womens magazine!!

Dave.

To be fair though - the thread title was quite clear and you didn't have to force yourself to click on it and reply to it TWICE if you didn't like/agree with it.....

Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 09:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HKtoter

What does a wedding that you are taking no part in has to do with a wristwatch?

The whole city will be filled with visitors, there will be a festive, party like atmosphere as a result. Lots of people to meet, lots of drinks to be had and just plain 'ole fun. Besides, I am an American and I do have a bit of a fascination with the whole history and pagentry of England.

As for the watch....

its just a watch and this forum is just an excuse to mull over the minutiae of our Rolex fetish with others.

esm · 25 April 2011, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newportkrieger

, I am an American

Steve, I think that is a good enough "excuse" to wear a Rolex on each wrist.

(come on... You know you want to

)

dalip · 25 April 2011, 12:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davida

Is this the best TRF gets?

Come on guys, surly we dont need the approval of others for something like this? Think for yourselfs and man up.

I may be in the minority here but these threads are putting me right off. Its starting to feel like a womens magazine!!

Dave.

Quote:

Originally Posted by davida

Get a grip and take both

Both of your posts seem disrespectful and condescending to me...and that's not particularly representative of this forum. Not sure what's bothered you enough to be so openly rude to the OP - you don't have to engage. Just close the thread and move on.

@ The OP:

Steve - I think the TT DJ is the go.....it deserves an outing and it'll give you some time with a beautiful watch

HL65 · 25 April 2011, 12:14 PM

TT DJ get my vote! Agree with you as well Dalip my friend!

dalip · 25 April 2011, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteelerFan1965

TT DJ get my vote! Agree with you as well Dalip my friend!

Hey Ken....Happy Easter Monday from here my friend

MY-WATCH · 25 April 2011, 05:49 PM

TT 16713 on oyster

Andad · 25 April 2011, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

Both of your posts seem disrespectful and condescending to me...and that's not particularly representative of this forum. Not sure what's bothered you enough to be so openly rude to the OP - you don't have to engage. Just close the thread and move on.

@ The OP:

Steve - I think the TT DJ is the go.....it deserves an outing and it'll give you some time with a beautiful watch

I'm with Dalip, the TT DJ would be my choice.

As for Miss Davida she will not be around here for long with that attitude.

Right Rob?

dalip · 25 April 2011, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

I'm with Dalip, the TT DJ would be my choice.

As for Miss Davida she will not be around here for long with that attitude.

Right Rob?

London Gent · 25 April 2011, 06:45 PM

Stainless steel all the way in London town....

Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 06:46 PM

Thanks for all the input and support guys. Looks like the 16713 is catching up. I must say I am leaning that way just to give it some wrist time. It will work well in formal coat n tie environments and casually while I am viewing the British Museum and the Wallace Collections in a polo and jeans.

Its just hard to give up the daily wearer (16700) that has become part of my wrist over the last year. I guess that's one of the difficult aspects of collecting, even on my small scale... how to justify the watches you don't wear once you find one you really like.

As for this thread, i was just curious what thoughts and choices otheres in the forum would make.

ally · 25 April 2011, 06:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

I'm with Dalip, the TT DJ would be my choice.

As for Miss Davida she will not be around here for long with that attitude.

Right Rob?

Maybe Davida is just sore she didn't get an invite

Go TT my friend

Edit just seen Londongent...long time no see would normally agree with you, but maybe something different for the wedding

Newportkrieger · 25 April 2011, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by esm

Steve, I think that is a good enough "excuse" to wear a Rolex on each wrist.

(come on... You know you want to

)

Well ah...maybe! We Americans NEVER let POM's see us doing something that uncouth as it would reinforce your opinions of your misguided, discretion challenged American cousins.

dalip · 25 April 2011, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ally

Maybe Davida is just sore she didn't get an invite

Go TT my friend

Edit just seen Londongent...long time no see would normally agree with you, but maybe something different for the wedding

davida is no longer likely to get an invite. By the looks of things he just said

to TRF

View Poll Results: Which GMT for a trip to London....
SS 16700 with both oyster and jubilee bracelets	29	55.77%
TT 16713 on oyster	23	44.23%
Voters: 52. You may not vote on this poll

25 April 2011, 04:07 AM	#1
Newportkrieger Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Newport Beach, CA Watch: GMT Master Pepsi Posts: 1,243	I know my Rolex is safe in London...but I cant decide which one... I will be in London this next week during the Royal Wedding and then on to the continent. I will only take ONE watch.....and I am torn between SS GMT 16700 (daily wearer), and a TT 16713. I love the stainless and have the option to take/use a jubilee as well as the oyster with the 16700 but London has a bit more formality in the air, esp with the wedding, and the TT may be a bit more appropriate and fun. The 16713 gets no wrist time at home. The trip, as always, involves the front of the airplane, some nice hotels/restaurants, lots of museums and just strolling through the old city. I am not worried about strong arm robbery and the watch only leaves my wrist for the safe in the room. Suggestions?

25 April 2011, 05:51 AM	#6
03cobraa "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Kelly Location: In the Bluegrass Watch: 116610LN Posts: 550	Since you dont wear it much at home, it should be fun to take it on your trip! __________________ SubC 116610LN, DJ 16014, GMT16750 pepsi Matte, Explorer II 16570 Polar V, Sea Dweller 16600, Sub 14060 More to come! "Too many watches, too little time"!

25 April 2011, 07:34 AM	#10
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	Take the TT as she doesnt seem to be getting out much __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

25 April 2011, 07:49 AM	#11
HKtoter "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Roll Tide Watch: 16710 Pepsi Posts: 1,025	What does a wedding that you are taking no part in has to do with a wristwatch? __________________ LUG HOLE LOYALIST

25 April 2011, 04:17 AM	#2
Polemic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Turkey Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 356	16700 on oyster will be the ultimate choice.

25 April 2011, 04:17 AM	#3
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	The TT DJ on jubilee is a Rolex icon...

25 April 2011, 05:38 AM	#5
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	Wear the TT & hope for some nice spring sunshine to set it off

25 April 2011, 06:23 AM	#8
davida Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockport England Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 161	.....

25 April 2011, 08:28 AM	#12
davida Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockport England Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 161	Get a grip and take both

25 April 2011, 08:30 AM	#13
wdalew5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Dale Location: ohio Watch: Rolex,omega,casio Posts: 508	Confused here. __________________ " yes , I do wear the EVH 5150 shoes "

25 April 2011, 08:44 AM	#14
davida Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockport England Watch: White SS Daytona Posts: 161	Is this the best TRF gets? Come on guys, surly we dont need the approval of others for something like this? Think for yourselfs and man up. I may be in the minority here but these threads are putting me right off. Its starting to feel like a womens magazine!! Dave.

25 April 2011, 08:47 AM	#15
Mockingbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: -- Posts: 2,097	Take the 16700.

25 April 2011, 12:14 PM	#21
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	TT DJ get my vote! Agree with you as well Dalip my friend! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

25 April 2011, 05:49 PM	#23
MY-WATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sala hu din Location: N/A Posts: 1,782	TT 16713 on oyster

25 April 2011, 06:45 PM	#26
London Gent "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: London Posts: 196	Stainless steel all the way in London town....

25 April 2011, 06:46 PM	#27
Newportkrieger Banned Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Steve Location: Newport Beach, CA Watch: GMT Master Pepsi Posts: 1,243	Thanks for all the input and support guys. Looks like the 16713 is catching up. I must say I am leaning that way just to give it some wrist time. It will work well in formal coat n tie environments and casually while I am viewing the British Museum and the Wallace Collections in a polo and jeans. Its just hard to give up the daily wearer (16700) that has become part of my wrist over the last year. I guess that's one of the difficult aspects of collecting, even on my small scale... how to justify the watches you don't wear once you find one you really like. As for this thread, i was just curious what thoughts and choices otheres in the forum would make.

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