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25 January 2020, 09:22 AM | #1 |
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Difference BTW 16700 and 16750
I am looking out for a vintage and narrowed done to these 2 ref.
What are the main differences BTW these 2? I only know that 16700 has sapphire while 16750 has plexi. Sent from my VOG-L29 using Tapatalk |
25 January 2020, 12:30 PM | #2 |
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I believe it’s mostly a movement difference. The 16700 had a hacking feature I believe. I thought the 16750 had sapphire crystals about halfway through their run.
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I’m sure you’re aware of this resource, right? http://www.gmtmasterhistory.com/index.html ———— IG: @onthedial Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
25 January 2020, 11:44 PM | #4 |
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Difference BTW 16700 and 16750
Both refs had lug hole cases, tritium lume and are gmt master (1)s - so can only measure 2 time zones
16750 had plexi all through its run - up to mid 1984 they had matte dials, after this gloss dials with gold surrounds 16700 always had sapphire 16750 had cal 3075, 16700 had 3175 16750 sold from 1981-88, 16700 from 1988-99 Both are fantastic references, but early matte dialed 16750s go for a hefty premium (maybe 5k) over later 16750 and 16700 examples (expect to pay @$10k now) Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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Quote:
It compares all the various GMT and GMT II models and the differences between each model. https://www.gmtforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=265
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26 January 2020, 04:18 AM | #6 |
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The 16700 eventually replaced the 16750.
The 16700 introduced the sapphire crystal, the "160 click" bezel, and modified the movement slightly.
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26 January 2020, 04:46 AM | #7 |
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Different movement - 3075 vs 3175
Different crystal - plexi vs sapphire Different Bezel - friction bezel vs 120 click bezel. Inserts are also different size. 16750 has a larger insert. Different Case |
26 January 2020, 10:21 AM | #8 |
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Is the 16750 more collectible in a way?
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Is this another "value" or what's it worth thread??? How about you worry less about value and deliver a big "thanks" for everyone that helped you out.
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