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red29ant · 26 August 2016, 04:04 PM

Hi

I own three 6-digits reference Rolex but never any 5-digit reference.

I came across a 2002 16710A (Coke) selling for USD5,500 (good price?)

It has the box, certificates, links, tags, instruction booklet and the receipt too.

The watch is in fairy good, unpolished condition, although dirt spotted accumulated between the links. It has never been serviced. The nearest RSC is 2 hours away by flight.

It wears lighter than my LV and I believe that is due to the smaller case, lighter bracelets and such. I understand the serial number is not engraved inside the rehaut at the 6 o'clock position, neither are the RolexRolexRolex can be found.

I do intend to source the original Pepsi insert if I do proceed with this purchase.

Appreciate your advice on what shall I be looking for in terms of authenticity? Thank you.

sensui · 26 August 2016, 04:15 PM

Price is great for sure if it's really unpolished . Safest way for authenticity is using Watchmaker to open and review movement. If it's legit you'd regret not picking this up. I'd keep the coke bezel since it's originally 16710a for sure.

red29ant · 26 August 2016, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Price is great for sure if it's really unpolished . Safest way for authenticity is using Watchmaker to open and review movement. If it's legit you'd regret not picking this up. I'd keep the coke bezel since it's originally 16710a for sure.

Thank you for the advice. It is possible to get a Pepsi insert and swaps as when desired, right?

sensui · 26 August 2016, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by red29ant

Thank you for the advice. It is possible to get a Pepsi insert and swaps as when desired, right?

Yeah that's exactly what most do with 16710. They change between coke, black, pepsi, and jubilee bracelet to always have variety.

Mezz72 · 26 August 2016, 05:09 PM

it's a bloody good price

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crowncollection · 26 August 2016, 05:35 PM

Deal is fair go for it

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red29ant · 26 August 2016, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by crowncollection

Deal is fair go for it

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Originally Posted by Mezz72

it's a bloody good price

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Just not sure if the watch is authentic.

Runnin' Rebel · 26 August 2016, 05:54 PM

I'd be all over this..

And this was a good thread cause know I know mine came with Coke. I forgot due to switching a number times

bought in 2001

ROLEX, DIAL-BLACK, MODEL# GMT2, STYLE# R16710A30B7879, SERIAL #P590***

dr3ziz · 26 August 2016, 05:54 PM

Good price if as advertised

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Speed · 26 August 2016, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by red29ant

Just not sure if the watch is authentic.

Well then that's another issue.

Don't buy from a seller you don't trust. / have great references for.

Walk away - unless you have a way to 100% authenticate.

Boaters · 27 August 2016, 01:47 AM

Looks good at that price

G.D.BeanCounter · 27 August 2016, 08:33 AM

Great price if everything checks out! I'd take that deal in a heartbeat!

ltmgeller · 27 August 2016, 08:50 AM

You have to buy the seller first. Is the seller willing to have it authenticated?

red29ant · 27 August 2016, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ltmgeller

You have to buy the seller first. Is the seller willing to have it authenticated?

Messaged him yesterday and the watch was sold..

mtgjr · 27 August 2016, 10:19 AM

Not surprised, at that price.

the0thrdude · 27 August 2016, 10:21 AM

Ouch.

Well, there are plenty out there, red. Your patience will pay off.

red29ant · 28 August 2016, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by the0thrdude

Ouch.

Well, there are plenty out there, red. Your patience will pay off.

Quote:

Originally Posted by mtgjr

Not surprised, at that price.

Hey, the watch is back in the market! The potential buyer could not come up with the funds and I have now until next Wednesday to pay for it!

Wanted a Pepsi, I supposed since this is a complete set and at a good price, I shall get it and source a Pepsi insert for variety, right guys?

mtgjr · 28 August 2016, 03:06 AM

If your're comfortable with the seller, it looks like a great deal. Send it off for a full service and you'll get back a like new 16710 for just over 6k, all in.

watchwatcher · 28 August 2016, 03:15 AM

Well, there's more where that one came from..although that number is shrinking, sorry to say.

masyv6 · 28 August 2016, 03:27 AM

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Originally Posted by G.D.BeanCounter

Great price if everything checks out! I'd take that deal in a heartbeat!

x2!

red29ant · 30 August 2016, 10:30 AM

Going to view the 16710 today and will update if I am bringing it back!

the0thrdude · 30 August 2016, 10:58 AM

red29ant, hopefully, it will be to your liking.
Funny how things work out, huh?
Keep us updated!

ernie2 · 30 August 2016, 11:40 AM

$5500 lug holes sel and papers ? what are you waiting for ?

red29ant · 30 August 2016, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ernie2

$5500 lug holes sel and papers ? what are you waiting for ?

I did not wait!

red29ant · 31 August 2016, 12:04 AM

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Originally Posted by the0thrdude

red29ant, hopefully, it will be to your liking.
Funny how things work out, huh?
Keep us updated!

Hehe... here it is..

the0thrdude · 31 August 2016, 12:10 AM

Very nice! Congrats!

mtgjr · 31 August 2016, 12:21 AM

Looks fantastic. Congrats!

kirksingleton · 31 August 2016, 12:31 AM

Great find!

sea-dweller · 31 August 2016, 01:10 AM

Congrats!

26 August 2016, 04:04 PM	#1
red29ant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Tiny Nation Watch: 116610LV*16710A Posts: 138	2002 16710a Hi I own three 6-digits reference Rolex but never any 5-digit reference. I came across a 2002 16710A (Coke) selling for USD5,500 (good price?) It has the box, certificates, links, tags, instruction booklet and the receipt too. The watch is in fairy good, unpolished condition, although dirt spotted accumulated between the links. It has never been serviced. The nearest RSC is 2 hours away by flight. It wears lighter than my LV and I believe that is due to the smaller case, lighter bracelets and such. I understand the serial number is not engraved inside the rehaut at the 6 o'clock position, neither are the RolexRolexRolex can be found. I do intend to source the original Pepsi insert if I do proceed with this purchase. Appreciate your advice on what shall I be looking for in terms of authenticity? Thank you. Attached Images

26 August 2016, 05:35 PM	#6
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,216	Deal is fair go for it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

26 August 2016, 05:54 PM	#8
Runnin' Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Mark Location: 🤔 Posts: 8,424	I'd be all over this.. And this was a good thread cause know I know mine came with Coke. I forgot due to switching a number times bought in 2001 ROLEX, DIAL-BLACK, MODEL# GMT2, STYLE# R16710A30B7879, SERIAL #P590*** __________________ ♛

27 August 2016, 08:50 AM	#13
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	You have to buy the seller first. Is the seller willing to have it authenticated? __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

31 August 2016, 01:10 AM	#29
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Congrats! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

26 August 2016, 04:15 PM	#2
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,443	Price is great for sure if it's really unpolished . Safest way for authenticity is using Watchmaker to open and review movement. If it's legit you'd regret not picking this up. I'd keep the coke bezel since it's originally 16710a for sure.

26 August 2016, 05:09 PM	#5
Mezz72 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 618	it's a bloody good price Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 August 2016, 05:54 PM	#9
dr3ziz "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Aziz Location: London/kuwait Posts: 912	Good price if as advertised Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

27 August 2016, 01:47 AM	#11
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,653	Looks good at that price

27 August 2016, 08:33 AM	#12
G.D.BeanCounter Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Watch: Sky DayDate 2 Posts: 1,317	Great price if everything checks out! I'd take that deal in a heartbeat!

27 August 2016, 10:19 AM	#15
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	Not surprised, at that price.

27 August 2016, 10:21 AM	#16
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	Ouch. Well, there are plenty out there, red. Your patience will pay off.

28 August 2016, 03:06 AM	#18
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	If your're comfortable with the seller, it looks like a great deal. Send it off for a full service and you'll get back a like new 16710 for just over 6k, all in.

28 August 2016, 03:15 AM	#19
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,047	Well, there's more where that one came from..although that number is shrinking, sorry to say.

30 August 2016, 10:30 AM	#21
red29ant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Tiny Nation Watch: 116610LV*16710A Posts: 138	Going to view the 16710 today and will update if I am bringing it back!

30 August 2016, 10:58 AM	#22
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	red29ant, hopefully, it will be to your liking. Funny how things work out, huh? Keep us updated!

30 August 2016, 11:40 AM	#23
ernie2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Arnold Location: New York Watch: SD4K+BLNR Posts: 849	$5500 lug holes sel and papers ? what are you waiting for ?

31 August 2016, 12:10 AM	#26
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	Very nice! Congrats!

31 August 2016, 12:21 AM	#27
mtgjr Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: Pepsi GMT Posts: 2,926	Looks fantastic. Congrats!

31 August 2016, 12:31 AM	#28
kirksingleton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 1,759	Great find!

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