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SonnyAK · 29 May 2011, 04:22 PM

I'm in the market for a new GMTc, but am really torn between the SS & the TT...
I normally don't pay a lot of attention to the TT models, but the GMT has really caught my eye!

Could you all post photos of your Ceramic TT GMT's for me...I've seen a lot of the SS's so that's not as critical to see...Also, does anyone have a photo of a TT GMT which has had the PCL's brushed? I'm really curious how that would turn-out??

Can you also give me the pros/cons of them (mainly the TT's again)...It won't be a daily wearer, but it will get worn a lot and I'm not always the most careful person at work...How are your TT's holding up (cosmetically)w/a lot of wear?

I've always considered TT Rolex's to be an older man's watch (I'll be 45 this year, so I guess I'm branching into that territory now) but the TT GMTc really has a GREAT look!

Thanks in advance for your help and input...

learpilot · 29 May 2011, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SonnyAK

I'm in the market for a new GMTc, but am really torn between the SS & the TT...
I normally don't pay a lot of attention to the TT models, but the GMT has really caught my eye!

Could you all post photos of your Ceramic TT GMT's for me...I've seen a lot of the SS's so that's not as critical to see...Also, does anyone have a photo of a TT GMT which has had the PCL's brushed? I'm really curious how that would turn-out??

Can you also give me the pros/cons of them (mainly the TT's again)...It won't be a daily wearer, but it will get worn a lot and I'm not always the most careful person at work...How are your TT's holding up (cosmetically)w/a lot of wear?

I've always considered TT Rolex's to be an older man's watch (I'll be 45 this year, so I guess I'm branching into that territory now) but the TT GMTc really has a GREAT look!

Thanks in advance for your help and input...

I have a TT its my favorite GET IT !!

dalip · 29 May 2011, 09:55 PM

The TT would be my choice out of the two - I think it's the best TT watch currently in the Rolex line up. Versatile and the colours work so well together.
I wouldn't worry to much about whether it can hold up or not - it's a well made watch that's designed to be worn every day.

Here's a pic taken when I first got it:

Carlos98326194 · 29 May 2011, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

The TT would be my choice out of the two - I think it's the best TT watch currently in the Rolex line up. Versatile and the colours work so well together.
I wouldn't worry to much about whether it can hold up or not - it's a well made watch that's designed to be worn every day.

Here's a pic taken when I first got it:

Oh MY

That is one GORGEOUS watch

Watch Professor · 29 May 2011, 10:22 PM

I have the all SS, but I agree with Dalip that the G<T TT is the nicest of the TT line-up.

learpilot · 29 May 2011, 11:43 PM

Nuff Said

lhanddds · 30 May 2011, 12:06 AM

Have the SS but like both. I doubt anyone would try to brush the TT however. It would just look dull. You can't go wrong with either. TT watches tend to catch people's eye more (which I don't particularly like). Just thought I would mention that.

Gagebuilder · 30 May 2011, 02:48 AM

Have both, enjoy both.

Prefer the TT but wear the SS almost daily. It's much more under the radar.

I don't know about brushing, but both watches scratch easily. I scratched up the TT quite easily playing cards on a dinner table on night.

Raucky · 30 May 2011, 02:52 AM

My vote is the SS, but I'm not a huge fan of gold

SonnyAK · 30 May 2011, 04:35 AM

I really appreciate all your input so far...I previously saw this photo on another thread, and it's the one that really started my desire for the TT!! That's a great wrist shot!

All my watches are SS ot Titanium, so the TT will be a nice addition. I really like the SS GMTc also, so maybe I'll start w/the TT and save the SS for a future purchase...

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

The TT would be my choice out of the two - I think it's the best TT watch currently in the Rolex line up. Versatile and the colours work so well together.
I wouldn't worry to much about whether it can hold up or not - it's a well made watch that's designed to be worn every day.

Here's a pic taken when I first got it:

FremStar · 30 May 2011, 05:19 AM

The legends here have spoken out of the 2 I would go 116713, it's a very solid watch and has a commanding presence on the wrist.

RRGHOST1 · 30 May 2011, 05:48 AM

Big fan of TT's myself and the TT GMT is a great looking watch.

roley4life · 30 May 2011, 07:26 AM

I love the TT gmt, it's one of the top watches on my wish list. However, I would only use it as a vacay watch. The SS is more of an everyday watch for me and is still a great choice, should you decide.

horseco · 30 May 2011, 07:37 AM

go TT...

threemonkeys · 30 May 2011, 08:03 AM

I hit the 45 age club back in February. And for some reason, the TT really speaks to me now. Hey, maybe it means we're getting old. Nah - we probably just have good taste.

East Bay Rider · 30 May 2011, 08:08 AM

I didn't used to but now I'm starting to like TT more and more.

Chris B · 30 May 2011, 08:40 AM

I have both & sadly cant remember the last time I wore the SS, :(

drockadam · 30 May 2011, 08:45 AM

The 116713 is gorgeous! Go for it!

dalip · 30 May 2011, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SonnyAK

I really appreciate all your input so far...I previously saw this photo on another thread, and it's the one that really started my desire for the TT!! That's a great wrist shot!

All my watches are SS ot Titanium, so the TT will be a nice addition. I really like the SS GMTc also, so maybe I'll start w/the TT and save the SS for a future purchase...

You won't be disappointed

SonnyAK · 30 May 2011, 09:24 AM

There's a LOT of good feedback for the TT here, and I'm really glad since I'm definitely leaning that way!!

Isn't it funny how we group certain type/style/material watches into a certain age-group?? Although the TT GMTc does seem to really break this cycle!

I have always viewed the SS Sports models as the young man's/any man's watch...The TT Sports models, as the 50+ age (I've made my mark watch), the TT dress watches as the 60+ watch, and the Solid Gold Sports or Day/Date as a 60++ (I've had a successful life watch)...

I hope there's a Gold GMT or Sub in the future for me...Hopefully I'll still be around in 15-20yrs!

dicin · 30 May 2011, 09:37 AM

I had the SS and traded it for the TT. The best watch i have.

ingoodtime · 30 May 2011, 10:16 AM

Since I already have a TT serti sub, I got the SS GMTIIC. If I did not have the TT sub already, the GMT would have been a TT. But as someone else said, the SS flies under the radar. Either way,you will have a darn fine watch!

hdrazor251 · 30 May 2011, 10:33 AM

Never had any desire to own a TT. I was at an AD a couple of days ago and tried on a couple of TT subs and they started to sing. I now can see one in my future. Try them both an one will sing louder than the other.

timeisfathaoftruth · 30 May 2011, 10:35 AM

I love YG, SS, and TT. It's nice to be able to appreiciate and enjoy each. Forget about the age factor, I see it more as being able to be comfortable wearing any of the metals. Based on your own comments in this thread, it seems like the TT ceramic GMT is your obvious choice at this time. I have the SS ceramic GMT and a TT black sub and I love them both. Since your other watches are all SS, why wouldn't you want to give yourself the choice of wear a TT GMT......It is one sharp watch and it sounds like you a ready for something a little different. Good luck deciding!

SonnyAK · 30 May 2011, 10:57 AM

I've been to the AD and the TT's are yelling at me pretty loud right now too!

I like the look of the new Ceramic Sub TT (The Blue is awesome) a LOT too, but I use the GMT function daily for my flying work, so the GMT will be the one for me! Maybe a YG Sub in the retirement years...

SonnyAK · 5 June 2011, 02:56 PM

Just wanted to let everyone know that I have a GMTc TT on the way from DavidSW!! I'll post pics after it arrives, but in the meanwhile I wanted to thank everyone for their input

It's going to be a great watch! I'm really looking forward to my first TT

gwozhog · 6 June 2011, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SonnyAK

Just wanted to let everyone know that I have a GMTc TT on the way from DavidSW!! I'll post pics after it arrives, but in the meanwhile I wanted to thank everyone for their input

It's going to be a great watch! I'm really looking forward to my first TT

Well Done

viper548 · 6 June 2011, 07:01 AM

I have the TT GMT II and wish I had gotten the SS. Anyone want to trade?

KingJames · 6 June 2011, 07:08 AM

My only Rolex is the SS GMTIIC and I absolutely LOVE it!.....HOWEVER I purchased it when I was 21 years old and could not swing the $ difference for the TT model...so if I had to do it over again I would choose the TT...

KingJames · 6 June 2011, 07:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by viper548

I have the TT GMT II and wish I had gotten the SS. Anyone want to trade?

LOL! Check my post above!

29 May 2011, 04:22 PM	#1
SonnyAK "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern Illinois Watch: GMTIIc TT Posts: 407	Ceramic GMT 116710 or 116713 I'm in the market for a new GMTc, but am really torn between the SS & the TT... I normally don't pay a lot of attention to the TT models, but the GMT has really caught my eye! Could you all post photos of your Ceramic TT GMT's for me...I've seen a lot of the SS's so that's not as critical to see...Also, does anyone have a photo of a TT GMT which has had the PCL's brushed? I'm really curious how that would turn-out?? Can you also give me the pros/cons of them (mainly the TT's again)...It won't be a daily wearer, but it will get worn a lot and I'm not always the most careful person at work...How are your TT's holding up (cosmetically)w/a lot of wear? I've always considered TT Rolex's to be an older man's watch (I'll be 45 this year, so I guess I'm branching into that territory now) but the TT GMTc really has a GREAT look! Thanks in advance for your help and input... __________________ SD4k Breitling Emergency

29 May 2011, 09:55 PM	#3
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	The TT would be my choice out of the two - I think it's the best TT watch currently in the Rolex line up. Versatile and the colours work so well together. I wouldn't worry to much about whether it can hold up or not - it's a well made watch that's designed to be worn every day. Here's a pic taken when I first got it: __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

29 May 2011, 10:22 PM	#5
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	I have the all SS, but I agree with Dalip that the G<T TT is the nicest of the TT line-up. __________________

30 May 2011, 12:06 AM	#7
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	Have the SS but like both. I doubt anyone would try to brush the TT however. It would just look dull. You can't go wrong with either. TT watches tend to catch people's eye more (which I don't particularly like). Just thought I would mention that. Attached Images

30 May 2011, 02:52 AM	#9
Raucky "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Jim Location: Ohio Watch: Milgauss Wht V Posts: 204	My vote is the SS, but I'm not a huge fan of gold __________________ Milgauss Wht V

29 May 2011, 11:43 PM	#6
learpilot "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: gary Location: Naples,FL Watch: TT GMTII ,SUB c, Posts: 337	Nuff Said

30 May 2011, 02:48 AM	#8
Gagebuilder "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Doug Location: Detroit Area Watch: out for yelow snow Posts: 1,067	Have both, enjoy both. Prefer the TT but wear the SS almost daily. It's much more under the radar. I don't know about brushing, but both watches scratch easily. I scratched up the TT quite easily playing cards on a dinner table on night.

30 May 2011, 05:19 AM	#11
FremStar "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Sam Location: Gotham City Watch: Wall Street Posts: 9,954	The legends here have spoken out of the 2 I would go 116713, it's a very solid watch and has a commanding presence on the wrist.

30 May 2011, 05:48 AM	#12
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 3,997	Big fan of TT's myself and the TT GMT is a great looking watch.

30 May 2011, 07:26 AM	#13
roley4life "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: ny Posts: 15	I love the TT gmt, it's one of the top watches on my wish list. However, I would only use it as a vacay watch. The SS is more of an everyday watch for me and is still a great choice, should you decide.

30 May 2011, 07:37 AM	#14
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,426	go TT...

30 May 2011, 08:03 AM	#15
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I hit the 45 age club back in February. And for some reason, the TT really speaks to me now. Hey, maybe it means we're getting old. Nah - we probably just have good taste.

30 May 2011, 08:08 AM	#16
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	I didn't used to but now I'm starting to like TT more and more. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

30 May 2011, 08:40 AM	#17
Chris B "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Peterborough Posts: 9,631	I have both & sadly cant remember the last time I wore the SS, :(

30 May 2011, 08:45 AM	#18
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	The 116713 is gorgeous! Go for it! __________________ - Adam Instagram: @GMTSUBTIME

30 May 2011, 09:24 AM	#20
SonnyAK "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern Illinois Watch: GMTIIc TT Posts: 407	There's a LOT of good feedback for the TT here, and I'm really glad since I'm definitely leaning that way!! Isn't it funny how we group certain type/style/material watches into a certain age-group?? Although the TT GMTc does seem to really break this cycle! I have always viewed the SS Sports models as the young man's/any man's watch...The TT Sports models, as the 50+ age (I've made my mark watch), the TT dress watches as the 60+ watch, and the Solid Gold Sports or Day/Date as a 60++ (I've had a successful life watch)... I hope there's a Gold GMT or Sub in the future for me...Hopefully I'll still be around in 15-20yrs! __________________ SD4k Breitling Emergency

30 May 2011, 09:37 AM	#21
dicin "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Nick Location: Canada Posts: 141	I had the SS and traded it for the TT. The best watch i have. __________________ GMT Master II Pepsi ... Z Series GMT Master IIc TT 116713 LN ... V Series Submariner Date ... V Series GMT Master IIc 116710 LN Patek Philippe, Panerai, Zenith, Breitling, Oris, Fortis, IWC, Seiko

30 May 2011, 10:16 AM	#22
ingoodtime "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,834	Since I already have a TT serti sub, I got the SS GMTIIC. If I did not have the TT sub already, the GMT would have been a TT. But as someone else said, the SS flies under the radar. Either way,you will have a darn fine watch! __________________ Lee

30 May 2011, 10:33 AM	#23
hdrazor251 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Jeff Location: Arizona Watch: is recovered!! Posts: 4,255	Never had any desire to own a TT. I was at an AD a couple of days ago and tried on a couple of TT subs and they started to sing. I now can see one in my future. Try them both an one will sing louder than the other. __________________ 16753 GMT Master, 16613 Bluesy, 16710 GMT Master II, 16570 Polar Explorer II-Stolen & Recovered!! Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

30 May 2011, 10:35 AM	#24
timeisfathaoftruth "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: New England Watch: Sub,Daytona,GMT,YM Posts: 997	I love YG, SS, and TT. It's nice to be able to appreiciate and enjoy each. Forget about the age factor, I see it more as being able to be comfortable wearing any of the metals. Based on your own comments in this thread, it seems like the TT ceramic GMT is your obvious choice at this time. I have the SS ceramic GMT and a TT black sub and I love them both. Since your other watches are all SS, why wouldn't you want to give yourself the choice of wear a TT GMT......It is one sharp watch and it sounds like you a ready for something a little different. Good luck deciding! __________________ Time and tide wait for no man...

30 May 2011, 10:57 AM	#25
SonnyAK "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern Illinois Watch: GMTIIc TT Posts: 407	I've been to the AD and the TT's are yelling at me pretty loud right now too! I like the look of the new Ceramic Sub TT (The Blue is awesome) a LOT too, but I use the GMT function daily for my flying work, so the GMT will be the one for me! Maybe a YG Sub in the retirement years... __________________ SD4k Breitling Emergency

5 June 2011, 02:56 PM	#26
SonnyAK "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Southern Illinois Watch: GMTIIc TT Posts: 407	Update Just wanted to let everyone know that I have a GMTc TT on the way from DavidSW!! I'll post pics after it arrives, but in the meanwhile I wanted to thank everyone for their input It's going to be a great watch! I'm really looking forward to my first TT __________________ SD4k Breitling Emergency

6 June 2011, 07:01 AM	#28
viper548 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: TX Posts: 18	I have the TT GMT II and wish I had gotten the SS. Anyone want to trade?

6 June 2011, 07:08 AM	#29
KingJames "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Florida Posts: 197	My only Rolex is the SS GMTIIC and I absolutely LOVE it!.....HOWEVER I purchased it when I was 21 years old and could not swing the $ difference for the TT model...so if I had to do it over again I would choose the TT...

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