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SearChart · 10 January 2014, 12:32 AM

Dear folks,

What do you think we will see at basel 2014?

A ceramic pepsi GMT? or a completely new model? or a steel version of the SkyDweller?

Fiery · 10 January 2014, 12:43 AM

Think or wish?

I think nothing really groundbreaking, no new models, no more pumped up watches (no 42+ mm Sub or 42+ mm Daytona). Probably just new variants of the Sky-Dweller, new dial options (e.g. black on black) to the Platona, and very-maybe RG GMT, WG GMT, Pt Sub, or RG Sub. I think the BLNR GMT is doing so well that the Coke and Pepsi variants will be postponed to 2015 or even later time for release.

What I wish for however is something really new stuff, like an OEM rubber strap (with a GlideLock-like clasp) option for the diving watches, ceramic or palladium case, perpetual calendar, or a completely anti-magnetic movement -- which would sadly mean the end of the current Milgauss line.

kilyung · 10 January 2014, 12:59 AM

Not long to wait now!

SearChart · 10 January 2014, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Not long to wait now!

Exciting huh?

Cru Jones · 10 January 2014, 01:18 AM

basel speculation is always good fun!

for sure: more ceramic bezel daytonas

maybe: another GMT color combo (burgundy/black?)

definitely not: gold explorer, bigger daytona, daytona w/ date

fmc000 · 10 January 2014, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Not long to wait now!

Can't wait.

outtatime · 10 January 2014, 02:13 AM

This!

mr.president1 · 10 January 2014, 02:15 AM

For some reason, and maybe it's just me, but I feel if they make a pepsi GMT in ceramic that it will probably be in WhiteGold. Could be wrong though.... Only time will tell!

AAP8 · 10 January 2014, 02:23 AM

I think a TT SkyDeweller is possible, maybe even a TT with YG/WG? or PT/YG? I know Rolex has done that before.

Another thing that could be done is a few new dials on the DDII

like they do all the time.

A WG GMT would be cool ... A WG Daytona w/ Ceramic would be cool ...

I dont see another BLNR type bezel, too soon, would kill the hype on the current one, also probably nothing new in platinum.

I guess March 27th is not too far away.

My bet is that Tudor does more awesome changes than Rolex.

hitman23 · 10 January 2014, 02:42 AM

I don't see why releasing another bicolor gmt would be a problem for them. Didn't they release black and white versions of the daytona and expii at the same time?

Preacher · 10 January 2014, 02:53 AM

Can't wait! When is Basel btw?

elcompa · 10 January 2014, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Preacher

Can't wait! When is Basel btw?

I think it's 27 March to 3 April.

Keith1 · 10 January 2014, 02:56 AM

March 27 to April 3rd

SaddleSC · 10 January 2014, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by outtatime

^^This would be AMAZING! I have owned five 16600s through the years. I love the modern bracelet/clasp/bezel of the 116610 but find the DSSD a little too large/unbalanced to comfortably wear daily.

If they decide to release a RG TT SkyDweller...I will be the first in line.

Cc1966 · 10 January 2014, 03:37 AM

I'm afraid if they offer bi-color insert options on their GMT that they will only be in precious metals ~ us SS guys will be still out.

Prism · 10 January 2014, 03:52 AM

Actually Rlx did succeed in creating a red blue ceramic bezel but the reason why it was never released is poor yields for this color combination. Apparently blue black has led to much better yields which is why it was launched last year. Hopefully they will resolve this problem once and for all.

superdog · 10 January 2014, 04:31 AM

WG gmt C with a sick dial/bezel color combo.

Rashid.bk · 10 January 2014, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by outtatime

This!

Oh my, that would have me feverish, in tremors with cold sweats and high blood pressure......

just trying to figure out how to explain to my wife that I need another watch.

www777 · 10 January 2014, 04:47 AM

how about more rose gold offerings?

T. Ferguson · 10 January 2014, 04:59 AM

I have no idea, but I would be shocked if they came out with ANY new bi-color bezel on the GMT right now and detract from the buzz over the BLNR. And it is highly debatable that Rolex is even interested in stepping back in time like that.

Now, if they came out with a vanilla coke GMT in stainless as some sort of homage to the mythical PanAm watch, I'd be at the door of my AD waiting for them to open in the morning so I could get my name on the wait list. But in any event I wouldn't be surprised if Rolex did expand the metal choices on the GMT and came out with some kind of WG version this year. Now, throw a white dial on this puppy and even I, a normally law abiding citizen, might be coerced to fly to Basel to attempt a smash n' grab. Note to self: Make sure I have an airtight alibi for my whereabouts during the Basel show.

Malak · 10 January 2014, 05:07 AM

sky-dweller in ss

SixPak · 10 January 2014, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

WG gmt C with a sick dial/bezel color combo.

Guys, just got my crystal ball back from service and I'm calling this as well. Book it.

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Baselman · 10 January 2014, 06:57 AM

Ceramic white gold daytona coming with new dials and a 42mm SeaDweller there will also be a annual calendar I've seen them all already sorry to spoil the surprise ;)

T.S.Eliot · 10 January 2014, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Baselman

Ceramic white gold daytona coming with new dials and a 42mm SeaDweller there will also be a annual calendar I've seen them all already sorry to spoil the surprise ;)

Very interesting and a first since I joined TRF. The WG Daytona is expected but 42 SD does not make sense as they recently introduced it in 2009.

The annual calendar would be show stopper if properly reintruduced

SearChart · 10 January 2014, 07:39 AM

Annual calendar? Interesting.

MitchCut1 · 10 January 2014, 07:43 AM

You know what I want... Steel Day-Date II, as I couldn't afford a YG/WG/Plat DD.

Preacher · 10 January 2014, 07:47 AM

They already have an annual calendar. The sky dweller.

wantonebad · 10 January 2014, 07:52 AM

42MM Sea-Dweller/Sub variant with proportional lugs, not a super-case. It will have all the bells and whistles!! They know if they do this, it will blow the "F" up and be the most demanded new piece in years!!

Angrypuppy · 10 January 2014, 08:02 AM

Platinum Sky Dweller.

V1Rotate · 10 January 2014, 08:31 AM

I don't think they would produce a Coke or Pepsi in WG as that would be out of range for most people price-wise.

Don't see a 42mm proportional case Sub either as it would stop a lot of sales for the supercase.

They've got themselves in a Pickle!

10 January 2014, 12:43 AM	#2
Fiery "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Sub-C 116610LN Posts: 2,649	Think or wish? I think nothing really groundbreaking, no new models, no more pumped up watches (no 42+ mm Sub or 42+ mm Daytona). Probably just new variants of the Sky-Dweller, new dial options (e.g. black on black) to the Platona, and very-maybe RG GMT, WG GMT, Pt Sub, or RG Sub. I think the BLNR GMT is doing so well that the Coke and Pepsi variants will be postponed to 2015 or even later time for release. What I wish for however is something really new stuff, like an OEM rubber strap (with a GlideLock-like clasp) option for the diving watches, ceramic or palladium case, perpetual calendar, or a completely anti-magnetic movement -- which would sadly mean the end of the current Milgauss line. __________________ "In an age of obsolescence and gimmickry, this simple classic virtue of a Rolex is indeed a rarity." (Rolex ad from 1974)

10 January 2014, 02:13 AM	#7
outtatime "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Jon Location: Toledo, OH Watch: Deepsea Posts: 1,136	This! __________________ The above represents my opinion. I may be wrong, but that's how I feel. Scratches ≠ "Character"

10 January 2014, 02:15 AM	#8
mr.president1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ohio,UnitedStates Watch: ROLEX OMEGA Posts: 1,458	For some reason, and maybe it's just me, but I feel if they make a pepsi GMT in ceramic that it will probably be in WhiteGold. Could be wrong though.... Only time will tell! __________________ ROLEX & OMEGA

10 January 2014, 02:53 AM	#11
Preacher "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Middle England Watch: Rolex of course Posts: 526	Can't wait! When is Basel btw? __________________ Rolex is the King of Watches...indeed.

10 January 2014, 03:37 AM	#15
Cc1966 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Christopher Location: Georgia, USA Watch: ing the Sea... Posts: 6,713	I'm afraid if they offer bi-color insert options on their GMT that they will only be in precious metals ~ us SS guys will be still out. __________________ "I wish to have no Connection with any Ship that does not Sail fast for I intend to go in harm's way." Captain John Paul Jones, 16 November 1778 "*Curmudgeons* " Favorites: 1665 SD, Sub Date, DSSD, Exp II, Sub LV, GMTIIc

10 January 2014, 12:59 AM	#3
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Not long to wait now!

10 January 2014, 01:18 AM	#5
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	basel speculation is always good fun! for sure: more ceramic bezel daytonas maybe: another GMT color combo (burgundy/black?) definitely not: gold explorer, bigger daytona, daytona w/ date

10 January 2014, 02:23 AM	#9
AAP8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: AP Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: SubC LN Posts: 428	I think a TT SkyDeweller is possible, maybe even a TT with YG/WG? or PT/YG? I know Rolex has done that before. Another thing that could be done is a few new dials on the DDII like they do all the time. A WG GMT would be cool ... A WG Daytona w/ Ceramic would be cool ... I dont see another BLNR type bezel, too soon, would kill the hype on the current one, also probably nothing new in platinum. I guess March 27th is not too far away. My bet is that Tudor does more awesome changes than Rolex.

10 January 2014, 02:42 AM	#10
hitman23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: ny Posts: 765	I don't see why releasing another bicolor gmt would be a problem for them. Didn't they release black and white versions of the daytona and expii at the same time?

10 January 2014, 02:56 AM	#13
Keith1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: San Diego Watch: Sub-C blue, DSSD Posts: 2,482	March 27 to April 3rd

10 January 2014, 03:52 AM	#16
Prism "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Geneva, CH Posts: 121	Actually Rlx did succeed in creating a red blue ceramic bezel but the reason why it was never released is poor yields for this color combination. Apparently blue black has led to much better yields which is why it was launched last year. Hopefully they will resolve this problem once and for all.

10 January 2014, 04:31 AM	#17
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	WG gmt C with a sick dial/bezel color combo. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

10 January 2014, 04:47 AM	#19
www777 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: At Home Posts: 1,285	how about more rose gold offerings?

10 January 2014, 04:59 AM	#20
T. Ferguson "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Left Coast Posts: 7,025	I have no idea, but I would be shocked if they came out with ANY new bi-color bezel on the GMT right now and detract from the buzz over the BLNR. And it is highly debatable that Rolex is even interested in stepping back in time like that. Now, if they came out with a vanilla coke GMT in stainless as some sort of homage to the mythical PanAm watch, I'd be at the door of my AD waiting for them to open in the morning so I could get my name on the wait list. But in any event I wouldn't be surprised if Rolex did expand the metal choices on the GMT and came out with some kind of WG version this year. Now, throw a white dial on this puppy and even I, a normally law abiding citizen, might be coerced to fly to Basel to attempt a smash n' grab. Note to self: Make sure I have an airtight alibi for my whereabouts during the Basel show. __________________ *Some days it's just not worth chewing through the restraints.*

10 January 2014, 05:07 AM	#21
Malak "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Germania Posts: 762	sky-dweller in ss

10 January 2014, 06:57 AM	#23
Baselman "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Switzerland Watch: 1665 GreatWhite SD Posts: 1,527	Ceramic white gold daytona coming with new dials and a 42mm SeaDweller there will also be a annual calendar I've seen them all already sorry to spoil the surprise ;)

10 January 2014, 07:43 AM	#26
MitchCut1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Mitch Location: London Watch: 116300, 116610LV Posts: 123	You know what I want... Steel Day-Date II, as I couldn't afford a YG/WG/Plat DD.

10 January 2014, 07:47 AM	#27
Preacher "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Middle England Watch: Rolex of course Posts: 526	They already have an annual calendar. The sky dweller. __________________ Rolex is the King of Watches...indeed.

10 January 2014, 07:52 AM	#28
wantonebad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA Watch: 126600, 116500LN Posts: 12,849	42MM Sea-Dweller/Sub variant with proportional lugs, not a super-case. It will have all the bells and whistles!! They know if they do this, it will blow the "F" up and be the most demanded new piece in years!! __________________ "I'm kind of a big deal... on a fairly irrelevant social media site that falsely inflates my fragile ego"

10 January 2014, 08:02 AM	#29
Angrypuppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jason Location: FL390 Posts: 2,376	Platinum Sky Dweller.

10 January 2014, 08:31 AM	#30
V1Rotate "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: @Boston Watch: 16660 16613 16710 Posts: 278	I don't think I don't think they would produce a Coke or Pepsi in WG as that would be out of range for most people price-wise. Don't see a 42mm proportional case Sub either as it would stop a lot of sales for the supercase. They've got themselves in a Pickle!

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