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azguy · 16 March 2012, 09:51 AM

I have found one of each here locally; this is a tough one

The sub as almost deep mustard like patina and the 1675 has that rivet bracelet I love so much

The 1675 is about a grand more......

SennaFan · 16 March 2012, 09:57 AM

I think the 1675 is more practical

Warnsboy · 16 March 2012, 10:01 AM

Buy both...If you buy the sub you'll still want the GMT

Keeperoftime · 16 March 2012, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by sennafan

i think the 1675 is more practical

+1

azguy · 16 March 2012, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warnsboy

Buy both...If you buy the sub you'll still want the GMT

your bad, a bad, bad man

Warnsboy · 16 March 2012, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azguy

your bad, a bad, bad man

Experienced

azguy · 16 March 2012, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warnsboy

Experienced

It was my first thought I'm ashamed to say

I've done very well in the stock market this year, taking $8,000 out of the market is probably a good move and I can wear em

greekbum · 16 March 2012, 10:40 AM

What year is the GMT? The 16800 is it the matte dialed version? If not you are better off buying a 16610.$1000 more for the GMT are they the same in quality?

Warnsboy · 16 March 2012, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by greekbum

What year is the GMT? The 16800 is it the matte dialed version? If not you are better off buying a 16610.$1000 more for the GMT are they the same in quality?

x2 Nikos, I spent last year trying to get to where I wanted to be - a matte dial Sub and 1675. My year went like this......

Both the Matte Sub and 1675 will come with no regrets!!!!!!

tuonor · 16 March 2012, 12:28 PM

Hard to opine without pics...regardless I wouldn't buy one based on the bracelet as they are not hard to find.

Try them both on, and pick the one that speaks to you!

Jannal · 16 March 2012, 12:45 PM

Both are nice, but if it was me I go for the Sub.

kyle L · 16 March 2012, 01:27 PM

1675, especially if it is gilt!

springer · 16 March 2012, 01:45 PM

I would go with the GMT. Definitely.

Scary Hat · 16 March 2012, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azguy

It was my first thought I'm ashamed to say

I've done very well in the stock market this year, taking $8,000 out of the market is probably a good move and I can wear em

Actually, that makes good sense. The market is the highest its been since 07
and isn't all about asset allocation??? I thought so.

Tom

Griffi · 16 March 2012, 04:00 PM

1675! Then send me pics of the other one :)

1675-David · 16 March 2012, 04:02 PM

1675

mike · 16 March 2012, 05:38 PM

Assuming condition is there the 1675 would be the clear winner for me.

I think down the road valuation favors the plastic choice.

Submarino · 16 March 2012, 09:47 PM

1675 hands down. Here's mine. This picture might help you pull the trigger on that 1675.

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azguy · 16 March 2012, 11:41 PM

The GMT's serial number starts with 1461xxx and yes the 16800 is the matt early version with amazing patina...the sub is exceptionally clean, just the slightest bit of stretch in the bracelet. The GMT is more worn, but still clean. What is the proper bracelet for the 1675 ? I see some on folded link bracelets and this one is on a rivet bracelet ??........

Keeperoftime · 17 March 2012, 12:15 AM

I still say Rolex 1675.

bondtoys · 17 March 2012, 01:35 AM

easy one: 1675!

greekbum · 17 March 2012, 01:39 AM

The GMT is not correct. It is a gilt dial serial number range and has a service dial, hands, insert and what else we cant see? Too much money to make correct IMHO

HORNBLOWER · 17 March 2012, 02:18 AM

I have a 1675 which I really like but my biggest mistake ever was selling my minty 16800 That was an awesome watch

go with the 16800.

I just noticed my 1675 has a silver date wheel which is correct. What colour is the date wheel on the 1675 you are looking at?

afnios1 · 17 March 2012, 02:32 AM

just do it

mike · 17 March 2012, 02:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azguy

The GMT's serial number starts with 1461xxx and yes the 16800 is the matt early version with amazing patina...the sub is exceptionally clean, just the slightest bit of stretch in the bracelet. The GMT is more worn, but still clean. What is the proper bracelet for the 1675 ? I see some on folded link bracelets and this one is on a rivet bracelet ??........

The rivet era bracelet is correct for the watch, but the question might be if it's an aftermarket or not--I can't tell. As stated that serail number would be the gilt dial era with small 24 hr. hand.

It's a nice watch, but price would be a consideration given the replacement parts.

Lol-x · 17 March 2012, 06:34 AM

Easy one : GMT

TSW · 17 March 2012, 06:50 AM

1675 of the given choices.

azguy · 17 March 2012, 07:05 AM

Upon closer inspection, bracelet is aftermarket as well, plus stretched badly, very badly. As many people have commented the bezel insert, dial and hands have all be replaced via a long ago service. The watch is in very clean condition, just too much going on with it to pursue at $4,500

I'll get some of the 16800 sub pictures up tomorrow after I go check it out again and shoot pics this time

The bracelet on the sub is perfect, really nice. The watch maker told me that the previous owner wore it for years on a leather strap so the bracelet was spared years of wear

Thanks for all the feedback guys

Frogman4me · 17 March 2012, 08:13 AM

Looking forward to seeing the patina on the sub.

RC2 · 17 March 2012, 08:34 AM

Sub. Get a correct 1675 later that does not have replacement parts. Rich

16 March 2012, 09:51 AM	#1
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Tough one: 1675 or 16800 I have found one of each here locally; this is a tough one The sub as almost deep mustard like patina and the 1675 has that rivet bracelet I love so much The 1675 is about a grand more......

16 March 2012, 10:40 AM	#8
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	What year is the GMT? The 16800 is it the matte dialed version? If not you are better off buying a 16610.$1000 more for the GMT are they the same in quality? __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

16 March 2012, 12:45 PM	#11
Jannal "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 685	Both are nice, but if it was me I go for the Sub. __________________ Bell & Ross: BRS-98S Casio: G-Shock GW-5000U / GW-5000-1JF / DW-5035D 35th / DW-5030C 30th / DW-5000SP 20th / DW-5600C-9CV / Marlin W-450 Panerai: Luminor 000i Seiko: SBGX117 / SBGX335

16 March 2012, 01:45 PM	#13
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,319	I would go with the GMT. Definitely. __________________ 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.

16 March 2012, 09:47 PM	#18
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	1675 hands down. Here's mine. This picture might help you pull the trigger on that 1675. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk. Watches are the new currency! Attached Images __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

16 March 2012, 09:57 AM	#2
SennaFan Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: OB Watch: The Birdie Posts: 603	I think the 1675 is more practical

16 March 2012, 10:01 AM	#3
Warnsboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: Midwest-USA Watch: 5513 Posts: 1,942	Buy both...If you buy the sub you'll still want the GMT

16 March 2012, 12:28 PM	#10
tuonor "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cali Posts: 152	Hard to opine without pics...regardless I wouldn't buy one based on the bracelet as they are not hard to find. Try them both on, and pick the one that speaks to you!

16 March 2012, 01:27 PM	#12
kyle L "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 10,278	1675, especially if it is gilt!

16 March 2012, 04:00 PM	#15
Griffi "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: New York Posts: 592	1675! Then send me pics of the other one :)

16 March 2012, 04:02 PM	#16
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	1675

16 March 2012, 05:38 PM	#17
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Assuming condition is there the 1675 would be the clear winner for me. I think down the road valuation favors the plastic choice.

16 March 2012, 11:41 PM	#19
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	The GMT's serial number starts with 1461xxx and yes the 16800 is the matt early version with amazing patina...the sub is exceptionally clean, just the slightest bit of stretch in the bracelet. The GMT is more worn, but still clean. What is the proper bracelet for the 1675 ? I see some on folded link bracelets and this one is on a rivet bracelet ??........ Attached Images

17 March 2012, 12:15 AM	#20
Keeperoftime "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Jeremy Location: Louisiana Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,732	I still say Rolex 1675. __________________ As a man is, so he sees. As the eye is formed, such are its powers. William Blake

17 March 2012, 01:35 AM	#21
bondtoys "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: World Watch: 16750 Posts: 2,733	easy one: 1675!

17 March 2012, 01:39 AM	#22
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	The GMT is not correct. It is a gilt dial serial number range and has a service dial, hands, insert and what else we cant see? Too much money to make correct IMHO __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

17 March 2012, 02:18 AM	#23
HORNBLOWER "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Ben Location: Ireland Watch: 1 OR 2 Posts: 2,640	I have a 1675 which I really like but my biggest mistake ever was selling my minty 16800 That was an awesome watch go with the 16800. I just noticed my 1675 has a silver date wheel which is correct. What colour is the date wheel on the 1675 you are looking at?

17 March 2012, 02:32 AM	#24
afnios1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: michail Location: Korinthos, Greece Watch: IWC 371503 gst. Posts: 396	just do it

17 March 2012, 06:34 AM	#26
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	Easy one : GMT __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

17 March 2012, 06:50 AM	#27
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	1675 of the given choices. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

17 March 2012, 07:05 AM	#28
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	Upon closer inspection, bracelet is aftermarket as well, plus stretched badly, very badly. As many people have commented the bezel insert, dial and hands have all be replaced via a long ago service. The watch is in very clean condition, just too much going on with it to pursue at $4,500 I'll get some of the 16800 sub pictures up tomorrow after I go check it out again and shoot pics this time The bracelet on the sub is perfect, really nice. The watch maker told me that the previous owner wore it for years on a leather strap so the bracelet was spared years of wear Thanks for all the feedback guys

17 March 2012, 08:13 AM	#29
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Looking forward to seeing the patina on the sub.

17 March 2012, 08:34 AM	#30
RC2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: NC Watch: Rolex 1675 Posts: 2,359	Sub. Get a correct 1675 later that does not have replacement parts. Rich __________________ Rich Member of Nylon Nation Red Sox Nation Instagram watchguy97

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