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Joey_V · 12 April 2012, 05:16 AM

I don't know why, but I have not worn any of my other non-work Rolexes for the past 3 weeks. It's been nearly 100% the GMTIIC when I'm not at work (I use the Sub Date for work)... the Daytona and GV are sleeping in the drawer.

I don't know what it is... I think it's just because it has a little bit of bling and it has all the current upgrades to the Rolex Sports Line - the ceramic, the parachrome, the maxi dial, the maxi hands, the anti-reflective cyclops. Add to that the nice proportions and the fact that the bezel is nearly flush against the top of the sapphire crystal... wow!

Also, let's not forget the green text and the green GMT hand... such a cool little treat.

I don't know... maybe I'm crazy, but why do you like your GMTIIC?

duckowner · 12 April 2012, 05:25 AM

'cause it is one of the best, if not the best, Rolex sport watches yet. I always enjoy mine. The 24 hours on the bezel is just sooooooooo nice ( there are those who think it looks busy.)

rad87gn · 12 April 2012, 05:28 AM

I love the way it looks! Only thing I wish different is more positions that the bezel can turn for timing things. If it did like the older version it would be my daily watch.

Joey_V · 12 April 2012, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rad87gn

I love the way it looks! Only thing I wish different is more positions that the bezel can turn for timing things. If it did like the older version it would be my daily watch.

I like that it clicks on the hour only, the old was less like this and it didn't make sense in a GMT watch. The bezel on this one is just right IMO.

But I can see your point about timing things... but this is a GMT and not a diving watch.

FNFZ4 · 12 April 2012, 05:39 AM

good question... I too wonder. Maybe its just the honeymoon phase.

superdog · 12 April 2012, 05:41 AM

so many reasons, but it is truly an all around watch. it goes with any occasion and IMHO is the perfect size watch. love the touch of green, and the bezel. literally everything about this watch is awesome.

i intended on getting the PCL's brushed, but no longer. i think that is one of my favorite parts of this watch.

DolphinV8 · 12 April 2012, 05:48 AM

I am not too sure either, but it probably has a lot to do with its size, PCL, and bling effect.

2th Dr · 12 April 2012, 05:51 AM

Because I have one!

Sweramic · 12 April 2012, 05:52 AM

tkc324 · 12 April 2012, 05:57 AM

For sure its the most versatile and functional piece in the Rolex collection! I love mine!

ufboy73 · 12 April 2012, 06:05 AM

this has been my 4th rolex and the only one that has stayed (though i do kick myself so often for letting go of my 16600).

i think its appeal is just that it is so well balanced - it looks tough enough and is functional enough for the tool watch aspect, it has just the right amount of bling to satisfy the dressy and pop aspect, and it wears extremely comfortably on the wrist.

its proportions are also well balanced, as opposed to some of the other newer maxi-case variants so the dial, case, and bracelet are all in harmony.

i actually prefer the sub line - but honestly if one were to have one rolex and one rolex only, it would be hard for me not to say the gmt-c is perfect because it covers all the bases so well.

cobblecanyon · 12 April 2012, 06:16 AM

Loooooooooooovvvvvvvvve mine.

2th Dr · 12 April 2012, 06:22 AM

First watch I ever bought, sold, and bought again, if THAT says anything!

oysterowl83 · 12 April 2012, 06:22 AM

I can't take mine off..It's been too fricken months! My datejust and airking have been heavily sleeping! I went to the AD thinking I was purchasing a Sub-C..walked out with the GMT 2C...Never have regretted it for one minute..I believe the bezel is more appealing as well as the touch of green!

Anth.

TSW · 12 April 2012, 06:24 AM

Modernd classic!

MCV · 12 April 2012, 06:33 AM

I love mine! As my first Rolex, it's certainly a great intro to the brand!

-Marc

kilyung · 12 April 2012, 06:34 AM

All the reasons listed above... and it's very nice in YG.

SeaDweller50 · 12 April 2012, 07:05 AM

The PCL's on a tool watch such as the GMT is a terrible mistake IMO. That is easily remedied though as many have done. Bezel is too blingy, should be matt. Much prefer the 'older' style. 16710

caryyee · 12 April 2012, 07:33 AM

Ditto. I have the Hulk sub, green Milgauss, and white dial Daytona, but the GMTII-C gets a lot more wrist time than all the others combined. The Hulk I love, it's my 'special' watch, so I baby it, the Milgauss I've put a strap on it for when I want to go super casual, and the Daytona is lovely, but it's not a perfect everyday watch.
The GMTII-C has it all so it's become my everyday watch now.

iLLGT2 · 12 April 2012, 07:44 AM

You guy's are going to think this is so absurd... But I am sosososos in love with this watch!

Guess what though? I purchased one around my bday in 2011, it SAT in the box for like 8 months... I just recently sold it, was brand new and I never wore it.. I took it out and admired it all of the time, it was just SO BEAUTIFUL, like I didn't want to mess it up? Yet I have other pieces that are worth way more and wear all of the time and could care less, I can't even analyze my train of thought myself, and even think and reading what I am writing sounds so crazy.

Suffice to say, I am seeking out another, and will wear the hell out of it.

I think I always put it aside as I had a Deepsea too, and always wound up throwing that on as it felt more substantial.. But , the GMT is just perfection :)

FremStar · 12 April 2012, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

All the reasons listed above... and it's very nice in YG.

Exactly my sentiment!

Joey_V · 12 April 2012, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iLLGT2

You guy's are going to think this is so absurd... But I am sosososos in love with this watch!

Guess what though? I purchased one around my bday in 2011, it SAT in the box for like 8 months... I just recently sold it, was brand new and I never wore it.. I took it out and admired it all of the time, it was just SO BEAUTIFUL, like I didn't want to mess it up? Yet I have other pieces that are worth way more and wear all of the time and could care less, I can't even analyze my train of thought myself, and even think and reading what I am writing sounds so crazy.

Suffice to say, I am seeking out another, and will wear the hell out of it.

I think I always put it aside as I had a Deepsea too, and always wound up throwing that on as it felt more substantial.. But , the GMT is just perfection :)

Bobble · 12 April 2012, 08:40 AM

I bought my GMTIIc in June last year and have worn it everyday since, at the weekend I bought a white face SS Daytona, I've been wearing that since and thought originally that I would sell the GMT. To be honest, I just can't do it, I think they will both be staying, I even think deep down that I'd let the Daytona go first.

Love it

ktam · 12 April 2012, 08:46 AM

I guess the bold type hour marks make the bezel more present compared to the sub. I love my TT GMT IIc. Love in first sight and had a great chance to obtain this masterpiece from a local TRF member, too.

My routine watch is the explorer I 39mm, it is so classic too.

mjclark32 · 12 April 2012, 08:48 AM

It is a good looking watch

Speed · 12 April 2012, 09:08 AM

It feels....substantial on the wrist. I know weight does not equal quality, but I like it!

Joey_V · 12 April 2012, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

It feels....substantial on the wrist. I know weight does not equal quality, but I like it!

And it is also sooo comfortable. It sits low on the wrist unlike the Subs.

Rolexfan_18 · 12 April 2012, 09:21 AM

It's my first rolex and above all just love the PCL, Ceramic besel, and extra time zone :)

Michael M. · 12 April 2012, 09:25 AM

Because I wear one

Probably because it's very versatile & has the cool looking GMT Function

A.J.R. · 12 April 2012, 09:45 AM

The GMT IIC is a fantastic piece

12 April 2012, 05:16 AM	#1
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Why is the GMTIIC such a cool watch? I don't know why, but I have not worn any of my other non-work Rolexes for the past 3 weeks. It's been nearly 100% the GMTIIC when I'm not at work (I use the Sub Date for work)... the Daytona and GV are sleeping in the drawer. I don't know what it is... I think it's just because it has a little bit of bling and it has all the current upgrades to the Rolex Sports Line - the ceramic, the parachrome, the maxi dial, the maxi hands, the anti-reflective cyclops. Add to that the nice proportions and the fact that the bezel is nearly flush against the top of the sapphire crystal... wow! Also, let's not forget the green text and the green GMT hand... such a cool little treat. I don't know... maybe I'm crazy, but why do you like your GMTIIC? Attached Images __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

12 April 2012, 05:25 AM	#2
duckowner 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Bao Ngo Location: Concord, CA Watch: GMT IIc 116710LN Posts: 176	'cause it is one of the best, if not the best, Rolex sport watches yet. I always enjoy mine. The 24 hours on the bezel is just sooooooooo nice ( there are those who think it looks busy.) __________________ GMT 116710. I have never complained about how heavy the load is, I always work on having a stronger back.

12 April 2012, 05:28 AM	#3
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	I love the way it looks! Only thing I wish different is more positions that the bezel can turn for timing things. If it did like the older version it would be my daily watch. __________________ Rolex P-Series SS GMT II Black, Rolex Y-Series Sea-Dweller, Rolex F-Series TT Blue Sub, Rolex F-Series Sub LV, Rolex D-Series Ladies SS/WG DJ for wife, Panerai K-Series PAM 112, Omega Speedmaster Pro 3570.50, Omega Seamaster 300M Chrono 2594.52

12 April 2012, 05:39 AM	#5
FNFZ4 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Alfred Location: DC Metro Watch: None Posts: 29,368	good question... I too wonder. Maybe its just the honeymoon phase. __________________ NEED PC HELP? ASK HERE! Watches: Patek 5205G \| Patek 5167A \| 16613 Serti \| 116718 Green \| 216570 Black \| 16700 Pepsi Wish list: Patek 5726/1 \| AP RG Ceramic \| Patek 5712 \| Patek 5130

12 April 2012, 05:41 AM	#6
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	so many reasons, but it is truly an all around watch. it goes with any occasion and IMHO is the perfect size watch. love the touch of green, and the bezel. literally everything about this watch is awesome. i intended on getting the PCL's brushed, but no longer. i think that is one of my favorite parts of this watch. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

12 April 2012, 05:48 AM	#7
DolphinV8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Earth Watch: 16610LV Posts: 949	I am not too sure either, but it probably has a lot to do with its size, PCL, and bling effect.

12 April 2012, 05:51 AM	#8
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Because I have one!

12 April 2012, 05:52 AM	#9
Sweramic "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Movies Posts: 4,531

12 April 2012, 05:57 AM	#10
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	For sure its the most versatile and functional piece in the Rolex collection! I love mine!

12 April 2012, 06:05 AM	#11
ufboy73 Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: usa Posts: 1,601	this has been my 4th rolex and the only one that has stayed (though i do kick myself so often for letting go of my 16600). i think its appeal is just that it is so well balanced - it looks tough enough and is functional enough for the tool watch aspect, it has just the right amount of bling to satisfy the dressy and pop aspect, and it wears extremely comfortably on the wrist. its proportions are also well balanced, as opposed to some of the other newer maxi-case variants so the dial, case, and bracelet are all in harmony. i actually prefer the sub line - but honestly if one were to have one rolex and one rolex only, it would be hard for me not to say the gmt-c is perfect because it covers all the bases so well.

12 April 2012, 06:16 AM	#12
cobblecanyon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: JT Location: Texas Watch: 116710LN, 116610LN Posts: 453	Loooooooooooovvvvvvvvve mine.

12 April 2012, 06:22 AM	#13
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	First watch I ever bought, sold, and bought again, if THAT says anything!

12 April 2012, 06:22 AM	#14
oysterowl83 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Anthony Location: Kennesaw, GA Posts: 57	I can't take mine off..It's been too fricken months! My datejust and airking have been heavily sleeping! I went to the AD thinking I was purchasing a Sub-C..walked out with the GMT 2C...Never have regretted it for one minute..I believe the bezel is more appealing as well as the touch of green! Anth.

12 April 2012, 06:24 AM	#15
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Modernd classic! __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

12 April 2012, 06:33 AM	#16
MCV 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Marc Location: USA Watch: GO Sport Evo Posts: 679	I love mine! As my first Rolex, it's certainly a great intro to the brand! -Marc

12 April 2012, 06:34 AM	#17
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	All the reasons listed above... and it's very nice in YG.

12 April 2012, 07:05 AM	#18
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	The PCL's on a tool watch such as the GMT is a terrible mistake IMO. That is easily remedied though as many have done. Bezel is too blingy, should be matt. Much prefer the 'older' style. 16710

12 April 2012, 07:33 AM	#19
caryyee "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: A Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,180	Ditto. I have the Hulk sub, green Milgauss, and white dial Daytona, but the GMTII-C gets a lot more wrist time than all the others combined. The Hulk I love, it's my 'special' watch, so I baby it, the Milgauss I've put a strap on it for when I want to go super casual, and the Daytona is lovely, but it's not a perfect everyday watch. The GMTII-C has it all so it's become my everyday watch now.

12 April 2012, 07:44 AM	#20
iLLGT2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Martin Location: NY And FLA Watch: AP ROO Blue Scuba Posts: 2,695	You guy's are going to think this is so absurd... But I am sosososos in love with this watch! Guess what though? I purchased one around my bday in 2011, it SAT in the box for like 8 months... I just recently sold it, was brand new and I never wore it.. I took it out and admired it all of the time, it was just SO BEAUTIFUL, like I didn't want to mess it up? Yet I have other pieces that are worth way more and wear all of the time and could care less, I can't even analyze my train of thought myself, and even think and reading what I am writing sounds so crazy. Suffice to say, I am seeking out another, and will wear the hell out of it. I think I always put it aside as I had a Deepsea too, and always wound up throwing that on as it felt more substantial.. But , the GMT is just perfection :)

12 April 2012, 08:40 AM	#23
Bobble Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Paul Location: Midlands UK Watch: GMT IIc, Daytona Posts: 423	I bought my GMTIIc in June last year and have worn it everyday since, at the weekend I bought a white face SS Daytona, I've been wearing that since and thought originally that I would sell the GMT. To be honest, I just can't do it, I think they will both be staying, I even think deep down that I'd let the Daytona go first. Love it

12 April 2012, 08:46 AM	#24
ktam "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: GMTIIc 116713LN Posts: 198	I guess the bold type hour marks make the bezel more present compared to the sub. I love my TT GMT IIc. Love in first sight and had a great chance to obtain this masterpiece from a local TRF member, too. My routine watch is the explorer I 39mm, it is so classic too. __________________ Life is short, just enjoy it or be slaved it. _____________________________________________

12 April 2012, 08:48 AM	#25
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	It is a good looking watch __________________

12 April 2012, 09:08 AM	#26
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	It feels....substantial on the wrist. I know weight does not equal quality, but I like it!

12 April 2012, 09:21 AM	#28
Rolexfan_18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Tony Location: Bay Area, Ca Posts: 26	It's my first rolex and above all just love the PCL, Ceramic besel, and extra time zone :)

12 April 2012, 09:25 AM	#29
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Because I wear one Probably because it's very versatile & has the cool looking GMT Function

12 April 2012, 09:45 AM	#30
A.J.R. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: AJ Location: Oregon Watch: SUBC, DJII Posts: 1,827	The GMT IIC is a fantastic piece __________________

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