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Watchguy31-us · 14 December 2014, 10:53 PM

Good morning esteemed Ladies and Gentlemen,

I have lurked off and on for close to a year, but haven't posted much at all.

For the first 5 years of my collecting "career", I've owned Omega watches. It's all personal preference, but I would have been one to argue their merits over any other brand.

That being said, a month ago I came into a Rolex Explorer II M-Series. HOLY COW!! Please again remember that my reference is Omega watches, but I've never owned anything of that quality.

I loved the Explorer, and quickly realized that the thing I liked the most was the 40mm oyster case and the light SEL bracelet that tapered off of the case. It felt absolutely bespoke.

So, knowing what I liked, I needed more.

I have a GMT Coke set to arrive on Tuesday, and couldn't be more excited!!

I went with the P series, so I have the "holes" for easy strap changes, but also the SEL's. I'm also a sucker for lume, so the luminova is nice.

I am so stoked about getting to swap bezels on the watch too! I'm planning on picking up a Pepsi and black for variety. (Sub question...I have an option to buy both for $300 total. They are authentic and new---is this reasonable?)

Anyhow, I just wanted to say hello! I believe I'll be enjoying Rolex's product line going forward and look forward to reading and participating in conversation!

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sea-dweller · 15 December 2014, 01:56 AM

Congrats on the GMT II!

Just to give you an idea of costs over time, in 2004, I bought a new bezel from RSC Los Angeles for $65 (traded in my old one). My GMT II was Coke and I converted it into a Pepsi at that time. I no longer own the watch.

Fabrice M · 15 December 2014, 02:22 AM

That interesting. Price must have gone down, I was just quoted $48 by RSC Los Angeles to change from black to coke.

Jason71 · 15 December 2014, 02:25 AM

Congrats on the watch!! IMHO, $150 per insert isn't too bad. I would probably just do it. For just delving into the realm of Rolex, you have already figured out what took me quite a while to determine. The early 2000s Rolex models are my favorites. Drilled through lugs, SELs, and luminova are a great combination. There is something to be said for the lightweight way these models disappear on the wrist.

Enjoy your new watch

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabrice M

That interesting. Price must have gone down, I was just quoted $48 by RSC Los Angeles to change from black to coke.

Unfortunately, I would say this is trade-in price. I wish they would let you keep your old insert

Dan Pierce · 15 December 2014, 02:27 AM

16710 SEL + lug holes=

dP

Tools · 15 December 2014, 02:33 AM

Congratulations..

The GMT is my favorite reference, although the Explorer II gets more wrist time since I live in a desert and find myself out in the elements quite a bit..

Prices for an insert (you don't really mean the whole bezel) are still under a hundred bucks (usually closer to 50) from Rolex. Many do indeed get them from private sellers and 100 to 200 seems to be a going price.. So whatever you're comfortable with; in a few weeks you won't even notice...

Fabrice M · 15 December 2014, 04:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Unfortunately, I would say this is trade-in price. I wish they would let you keep your old insert

Yes it is. It would be nice if they did.

springer · 15 December 2014, 04:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchguy31-us

Good morning esteemed Ladies and Gentlemen,

I have lurked off and on for close to a year, but haven't posted much at all.

For the first 5 years of my collecting "career", I've owned Omega watches. It's all personal preference, but I would have been one to argue their merits over any other brand.

That being said, a month ago I came into a Rolex Explorer II M-Series. HOLY COW!! Please again remember that my reference is Omega watches, but I've never owned anything of that quality.

I loved the Explorer, and quickly realized that the thing I liked the most was the 40mm oyster case and the light SEL bracelet that tapered off of the case. It felt absolutely bespoke.

So, knowing what I liked, I needed more.

I have a GMT Coke set to arrive on Tuesday, and couldn't be more excited!!

I went with the P series, so I have the "holes" for easy strap changes, but also the SEL's. I'm also a sucker for lume, so the luminova is nice.

I am so stoked about getting to swap bezels on the watch too! I'm planning on picking up a Pepsi and black for variety. (Sub question...I have an option to buy both for $300 total. They are authentic and new---is this reasonable?)

Anyhow, I just wanted to say hello! I believe I'll be enjoying Rolex's product line going forward and look forward to reading and participating in conversation!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Great choice for your first Rolex. $150 for a new insert on the secondary market seems to be within the selling range for sapphire crystal inserts.

Enjoy the GMT II, they are one of my favorites also.

bbressler · 15 December 2014, 04:16 AM

Congrats, SEL + lug hole models are great. I got a K serial coke this year and got a new Pepsi without trade in from RSC for $75. Then at service I traded in the coke for all black for $48.

jack81 · 15 December 2014, 05:19 AM

Congrats. Coke is true classic

sickened1 · 15 December 2014, 05:23 AM

Where are the pics?

Nice pick up btw.. congrats.

Racerdj · 15 December 2014, 05:24 AM

Advance congratulations!

Hairdude1 · 15 December 2014, 06:56 AM

Congrats!

Watchguy31-us · 15 December 2014, 10:14 AM

Thanks all! I think I'll go ahead and buy the pepsi/black inserts.

I have an old jubilee Datejust band....and about 20 custom straps. So along with the oyster, I should have A LOT of options with this beauty!

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Watchguy31-us · 15 December 2014, 11:50 AM

Thanks, all! I think I'm going to get the Pepsi and black inserts. When you add those in with the fact that I've got a jubilee already, and 10 custom straps...there are some fun possibilities coming up :)

Scot_3 · 15 December 2014, 12:09 PM

You are in for a real treat , amazing how many people will ask about it

HogwldFLTR · 15 December 2014, 12:13 PM

Congratulations, welcome, and for goodness sake post a picture or two so we can live vicariously.

DocJekl · 17 December 2014, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchguy31-us

Good morning esteemed Ladies and Gentlemen,

I have lurked off and on for close to a year, but haven't posted much at all.

For the first 5 years of my collecting "career", I've owned Omega watches. It's all personal preference, but I would have been one to argue their merits over any other brand.

That being said, a month ago I came into a Rolex Explorer II M-Series. HOLY COW!! Please again remember that my reference is Omega watches, but I've never owned anything of that quality.

I loved the Explorer, and quickly realized that the thing I liked the most was the 40mm oyster case and the light SEL bracelet that tapered off of the case. It felt absolutely bespoke.

So, knowing what I liked, I needed more.

I have a GMT Coke set to arrive on Tuesday, and couldn't be more excited!!

I went with the P series, so I have the "holes" for easy strap changes, but also the SEL's. I'm also a sucker for lume, so the luminova is nice.

I am so stoked about getting to swap bezels on the watch too! I'm planning on picking up a Pepsi and black for variety. (Sub question...I have an option to buy both for $300 total. They are authentic and new---is this reasonable?)

Anyhow, I just wanted to say hello! I believe I'll be enjoying Rolex's product line going forward and look forward to reading and participating in conversation!

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The same happened with me, and I now have both of these watches (S serial 16570 Explorer II and P serial 16710 GMT II Coke).

I'm traveling with the Explorer II right now, because the click spring on my GMT II Coke bezel became uni-directional on Friday, the night before I flew out. The GMT II became my favorite because of the gorgeous bezel, SEL, and strong lume.

Where does one typically find genuine bezel inserts for these? I have a Bergeon bezel puller, and think a complete bezel might be easier to do than just the insert. If I'd thought to buy some extra springs n parts I could have fixed my GMT II myself; but the puller was originally for my Omega Planet Ocean, when I changed from black bezel to orange. I have plenty of click springs and retention springs for that one.

Time Collector · 17 December 2014, 08:38 AM

Congrats!

Watchguy31-us · 17 December 2014, 12:08 PM

Received the watch today. Upon arrival, I was incredibly excited! I then decided to size the bracelet...I took it off to do this. It was really difficult to get off.

Getting it back on is another story. It's impossible. Is a 78790a even supposed to go on this watch. It's difficult enough to even get the end links to fit in between the lugs...impossible to get them in there with a spring bar.

I can't say how disappointed I am with the fact that bracelet swaps aren't feasible.

No joke, I've spent 2 hours trying to get the bracelet back on. This has to be a joke.

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bbressler · 17 December 2014, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchguy31-us

Received the watch today. Upon arrival, I was incredibly excited! I then decided to size the bracelet...I took it off to do this. It was really difficult to get off.

Getting it back on is another story. It's impossible. Is a 78790a even supposed to go on this watch. It's difficult enough to even get the end links to fit in between the lugs...impossible to get them in there with a spring bar.

I can't say how disappointed I am with the fact that bracelet swaps aren't feasible.

No joke, I've spent 2 hours trying to get the bracelet back on. This has to be a joke.

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Do you have a spring bar tool? Maybe search youtube to see how it's done, it's really easy once you know what you're doing.

Watchguy31-us · 17 December 2014, 12:20 PM

Yep...I swap bracelets all the time. I never wear the same strap or bracelet two days in a row, lol. This is just insane. I did get it on. I don't think I'm ever taking it off again!

Here are some crummy cell phone pictures!

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bbressler · 17 December 2014, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Watchguy31-us

Yep...I swap bracelets all the time. I never wear the same strap or bracelet two days in a row, lol. This is just insane. I did get it on. I don't think I'm ever taking it off again!

Glad you got it on, it looks good on that brown leather too. Congrats on a great watch

tkerrmd · 17 December 2014, 02:34 PM

Great congrats look forward to the pics!!

sickened1 · 17 December 2014, 02:44 PM

Looking good!

Love it on the bracelet.

T01 · 17 December 2014, 03:19 PM

Congrats!

fishingbear · 17 December 2014, 08:20 PM

Congratulations on an iconic classic!

travisb · 17 December 2014, 09:40 PM

Big congrats! Great choice!

HogwldFLTR · 17 December 2014, 11:17 PM

Congratulations again on the GMTII; nice looking watch although I was expecting a GMT. At any rate again congratulations and thanks for posting the pictures.

JimSnyder · 17 December 2014, 11:25 PM

Congratulations. You picked a great watch

14 December 2014, 10:53 PM	#1
Watchguy31-us "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Mark Location: Virginia Watch: Datejust Posts: 86	Hello from a new Rolex owner - GMT Coke Good morning esteemed Ladies and Gentlemen, I have lurked off and on for close to a year, but haven't posted much at all. For the first 5 years of my collecting "career", I've owned Omega watches. It's all personal preference, but I would have been one to argue their merits over any other brand. That being said, a month ago I came into a Rolex Explorer II M-Series. HOLY COW!! Please again remember that my reference is Omega watches, but I've never owned anything of that quality. I loved the Explorer, and quickly realized that the thing I liked the most was the 40mm oyster case and the light SEL bracelet that tapered off of the case. It felt absolutely bespoke. So, knowing what I liked, I needed more. I have a GMT Coke set to arrive on Tuesday, and couldn't be more excited!! I went with the P series, so I have the "holes" for easy strap changes, but also the SEL's. I'm also a sucker for lume, so the luminova is nice. I am so stoked about getting to swap bezels on the watch too! I'm planning on picking up a Pepsi and black for variety. (Sub question...I have an option to buy both for $300 total. They are authentic and new---is this reasonable?) Anyhow, I just wanted to say hello! I believe I'll be enjoying Rolex's product line going forward and look forward to reading and participating in conversation! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Mark Rolex: 116234 Datejust NOMOS: Tangente Datum (DUW) Seiko: SARG001, SARG017, SKX007 Vintage: GUB (cal 60.1)

15 December 2014, 02:27 AM	#5
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,216	16710 SEL + lug holes= dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

15 December 2014, 02:33 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Congratulations.. The GMT is my favorite reference, although the Explorer II gets more wrist time since I live in a desert and find myself out in the elements quite a bit.. Prices for an insert (you don't really mean the whole bezel) are still under a hundred bucks (usually closer to 50) from Rolex. Many do indeed get them from private sellers and 100 to 200 seems to be a going price.. So whatever you're comfortable with; in a few weeks you won't even notice... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

15 December 2014, 05:24 AM	#12
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15 December 2014, 01:56 AM	#2
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Congrats on the GMT II! Just to give you an idea of costs over time, in 2004, I bought a new bezel from RSC Los Angeles for $65 (traded in my old one). My GMT II was Coke and I converted it into a Pepsi at that time. I no longer own the watch.

15 December 2014, 02:22 AM	#3
Fabrice M 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Denver Watch: This and that... Posts: 1,649	That interesting. Price must have gone down, I was just quoted $48 by RSC Los Angeles to change from black to coke.

15 December 2014, 04:16 AM	#9
bbressler "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Texas Watch: Exp, GMTII, Sub Posts: 1,184	Congrats, SEL + lug hole models are great. I got a K serial coke this year and got a new Pepsi without trade in from RSC for $75. Then at service I traded in the coke for all black for $48.

15 December 2014, 05:19 AM	#10
jack81 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: planet rolex Posts: 1,728	Congrats. Coke is true classic

15 December 2014, 05:23 AM	#11
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	Where are the pics? Nice pick up btw.. congrats.

15 December 2014, 10:14 AM	#14
Watchguy31-us "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Mark Location: Virginia Watch: Datejust Posts: 86	Thanks all! I think I'll go ahead and buy the pepsi/black inserts. I have an old jubilee Datejust band....and about 20 custom straps. So along with the oyster, I should have A LOT of options with this beauty! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Mark Rolex: 116234 Datejust NOMOS: Tangente Datum (DUW) Seiko: SARG001, SARG017, SKX007 Vintage: GUB (cal 60.1)

15 December 2014, 11:50 AM	#15
Watchguy31-us "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Mark Location: Virginia Watch: Datejust Posts: 86	Thanks, all! I think I'm going to get the Pepsi and black inserts. When you add those in with the fact that I've got a jubilee already, and 10 custom straps...there are some fun possibilities coming up :) __________________ Mark Rolex: 116234 Datejust NOMOS: Tangente Datum (DUW) Seiko: SARG001, SARG017, SKX007 Vintage: GUB (cal 60.1)

15 December 2014, 12:09 PM	#16
Scot_3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Scot Location: USA Watch: 1966 boyscout Posts: 914	You are in for a real treat , amazing how many people will ask about it

15 December 2014, 12:13 PM	#17
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,695	Congratulations, welcome, and for goodness sake post a picture or two so we can live vicariously. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

17 December 2014, 08:38 AM	#19
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17 December 2014, 12:08 PM	#20
Watchguy31-us "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Mark Location: Virginia Watch: Datejust Posts: 86	Received the watch today. Upon arrival, I was incredibly excited! I then decided to size the bracelet...I took it off to do this. It was really difficult to get off. Getting it back on is another story. It's impossible. Is a 78790a even supposed to go on this watch. It's difficult enough to even get the end links to fit in between the lugs...impossible to get them in there with a spring bar. I can't say how disappointed I am with the fact that bracelet swaps aren't feasible. No joke, I've spent 2 hours trying to get the bracelet back on. This has to be a joke. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Mark Rolex: 116234 Datejust NOMOS: Tangente Datum (DUW) Seiko: SARG001, SARG017, SKX007 Vintage: GUB (cal 60.1)

17 December 2014, 12:20 PM	#22
Watchguy31-us "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Mark Location: Virginia Watch: Datejust Posts: 86	Yep...I swap bracelets all the time. I never wear the same strap or bracelet two days in a row, lol. This is just insane. I did get it on. I don't think I'm ever taking it off again! Here are some crummy cell phone pictures! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Mark Rolex: 116234 Datejust NOMOS: Tangente Datum (DUW) Seiko: SARG001, SARG017, SKX007 Vintage: GUB (cal 60.1)

17 December 2014, 02:34 PM	#24
tkerrmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Tom Location: In a race car! Watch: ME RACE PORSCHES Posts: 24,123	Great congrats look forward to the pics!!

17 December 2014, 02:44 PM	#25
sickened1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 9,054	Looking good! Love it on the bracelet.

17 December 2014, 03:19 PM	#26
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,490	Congrats!

17 December 2014, 08:20 PM	#27
fishingbear 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: George Location: Alabama Watch: GMTsSubLVEx2SDDayt Posts: 4,549	Congratulations on an iconic classic!

17 December 2014, 09:40 PM	#28
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Big congrats! Great choice!

17 December 2014, 11:17 PM	#29
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,695	Congratulations again on the GMTII; nice looking watch although I was expecting a GMT. At any rate again congratulations and thanks for posting the pictures. __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

17 December 2014, 11:25 PM	#30
JimSnyder "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Jim Snyder Location: Ohio Watch: Ask me later..... Posts: 7,726	Congratulations. You picked a great watch __________________ "You ain't lived, 'til you've had your tires rotated by a red-headed women."

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