ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

thatguitarplace · 21 July 2009, 08:56 AM

i'm thinking of adding a diamond bezel to my gmt2c..where is the best place to purchase aftermarket diamond bezels?..
what do you guys think to this?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ROLEX-GMT-MASTER...3A1%7C294%3A50

WJGESQ · 21 July 2009, 09:21 AM

Seems contrary to the ideal of a tool watch. But if its yours, its yours. Do anything you like.

thatguitarplace · 21 July 2009, 09:22 AM

to be honest i'm having second thoughts now..after reading rolex will not touch the watch if aftermarket work is done..

DRAWTOOL · 21 July 2009, 09:30 AM

Hell, go to an AD and see what Rolex has to offer in the way of customizing your watch.

DRAWTOOL · 21 July 2009, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

to be honest i'm having second thoughts now..after reading rolex will not touch the watch if aftermarket work is done..

Yes they will, just put the original bezel back on.

RW16610 · 21 July 2009, 09:42 AM

Very cool

I personally think it looks better the normal way with ceramic. In my opinion if you want a watch with Diamonds on it, buy it that way orginally from the dealer or buy a brand / model that will allow you to buy the original part and have it swapped. This way you avoid the company (Rolex) not servicing the watch / restoring it to spec at your expense

Tools · 21 July 2009, 10:17 AM

Aftermarket diamond bezels are everywhere.........

Alan Furman has a selection...

Some talented Jewelers will even make you a custom to order bezel.........

Chozn1 · 21 July 2009, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

i'm thinking of adding a diamond bezel to my gmt2c..where is the best place to purchase aftermarket diamond bezels?..
what do you guys think to this?

I'm trying not to think about that now that I've seen it, but it's your watch.

emmagee · 21 July 2009, 10:40 AM

Oh man, don't do that to an otherwise great watch. Just my opinion.

R1@160@alltimes · 21 July 2009, 10:43 AM

That would ruin a good watch IMO.

allanofcalifornia · 21 July 2009, 11:04 AM

I would keep it the way it is!!

Allan

Mike B · 21 July 2009, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by emmagee

Oh man, don't do that to an otherwise great watch. Just my opinion.

X2. Leave it as is. It would almost be pointless to have the GMT functions to begin with if you put a diamond bezel in place of the original one that has the numbers on it. But, it's your watch, I'm just giving in my .02 cents.

Cato · 21 July 2009, 11:19 AM

Who wears that much bling? Gangster Rapper or effeminate piano player?

Colnago · 21 July 2009, 12:05 PM

Please no.....I love the ceramic.....it's yours but I would never consider it.....the ceramic is gorgeous....it's meant to be that way

Watchdog · 21 July 2009, 12:11 PM

Hmmmm . . . interesting.

I think you should do whatever you like. Don't worry about the opinions of others. There is a real preference on this forum (and I agree) for keeping the watches original.

But you need to wear what makes you happy.

2th Dr · 21 July 2009, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r1@160@alltimes

that would ruin a good watch imo.

x2

DARK_KNIGHT · 21 July 2009, 12:57 PM

From my perspective, it is not an appealing item, one that I would never want to own or even look at; but should it be from yours, cash or charge?

rockclimber · 21 July 2009, 01:35 PM

I would never do that to a GMTII, but if you must... I had a lot of aftermarket diamonds added to my wifes presidential and I have to say I would not go to an AD as it will be 5x the price. However, if you are only going with the bezel, you might want to go authentic if you can afford it.

thatguitarplace · 21 July 2009, 05:34 PM

total change of plan..keeping the gmt as is..going for a dj with black jubilee dial / diamonds and fluted white gold bezel ..official rolex

Ed Rooney · 21 July 2009, 07:03 PM

So when the 24-hour hand points at diamond you will know it is diamond o'clock in Diamondville (Universal Diamond Time)?

Good news on the Datejust. Eminem has one.

padi56 · 21 July 2009, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

to be honest i'm having second thoughts now..after reading rolex will not touch the watch if aftermarket work is done..

Quite correct its a tool watch and tool watches IMHO should be just that.

sexner · 21 July 2009, 11:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

total change of plan..keeping the gmt as is..going for a dj with black jubilee dial / diamonds and fluted white gold bezel ..official rolex

Now you're talking sense.

SeamasterGMT · 22 July 2009, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sexner

Now you're talking sense.

x2

looking to buy · 22 July 2009, 04:04 AM

No diamond bezel please. It will just look like all those Rolexes you see on all those decrepit gamblers in Vegas. You know, those watches that Rolex made int the 80's that no one wants now. I was at an AD in CA last week and an old guy came in with a $28,000 gold and jewel encrusted Sub. Ugly as all get out. He wanted someone to buy it 'cause he now needed the money. No one wanted to pay him more than $12,000. AD said that was a good price and he should take it. No one wants those watched anymore.

Keep it simple and elegant. Then it holds the value.

JJ Irani · 22 July 2009, 04:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

total change of plan..keeping the gmt as is..going for a dj with black jubilee dial / diamonds and fluted white gold bezel ..official rolex

Good, sensible move, buddy!!

2th Dr · 22 July 2009, 04:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thatguitarplace

total change of plan..keeping the gmt as is..going for a dj with black jubilee dial / diamonds and fluted white gold bezel ..official rolex

Good move! I have that exact same watch, and if you're looking for bling, this one's got it!

vjb.knife · 22 July 2009, 06:12 AM

Sorry but that is disgusting.

emmagee · 22 July 2009, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by looking to buy

No diamond bezel please. It will just look like all those Rolexes you see on all those decrepit gamblers in Vegas. You know, those watches that Rolex made int the 80's that no one wants now. I was at an AD in CA last week and an old guy came in with a $28,000 gold and jewel encrusted Sub. Ugly as all get out. He wanted someone to buy it 'cause he now needed the money. No one wanted to pay him more than $12,000. AD said that was a good price and he should take it. No one wants those watched anymore.

Keep it simple and elegant. Then it holds the value.

I realize to each his own, but I don't believe diamonds belong on a mans watch.

Bisquitlips · 22 July 2009, 07:21 AM

Ugggh!!!!!

No way would I ruin a perfectly good Rolex tool timepiece with diamonds. But that is just me!

piom · 22 July 2009, 10:15 AM

If you wanna pimp your watch, then you've got to get some colors man. Purple or pink bezel will do the job.

21 July 2009, 08:56 AM	#1
thatguitarplace Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: london Posts: 85	pimping my gmt2c i'm thinking of adding a diamond bezel to my gmt2c..where is the best place to purchase aftermarket diamond bezels?.. what do you guys think to this? http://cgi.ebay.com/ROLEX-GMT-MASTER...3A1%7C294%3A50 Last edited by thatguitarplace; 21 July 2009 at 09:12 AM.. Reason: adding link

21 July 2009, 10:17 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Aftermarket diamond bezels are everywhere......... Alan Furman has a selection... Some talented Jewelers will even make you a custom to order bezel......... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

21 July 2009, 10:43 AM	#10
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	That would ruin a good watch IMO. __________________

21 July 2009, 12:05 PM	#14
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Please no.....I love the ceramic.....it's yours but I would never consider it.....the ceramic is gorgeous....it's meant to be that way __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

22 July 2009, 04:04 AM	#24
looking to buy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Bob Location: Paradise CA Posts: 920	No diamond bezel please. It will just look like all those Rolexes you see on all those decrepit gamblers in Vegas. You know, those watches that Rolex made int the 80's that no one wants now. I was at an AD in CA last week and an old guy came in with a $28,000 gold and jewel encrusted Sub. Ugly as all get out. He wanted someone to buy it 'cause he now needed the money. No one wanted to pay him more than $12,000. AD said that was a good price and he should take it. No one wants those watched anymore. Keep it simple and elegant. Then it holds the value. __________________ 16610 Submariner - 116710 GMT II C - 16570 Explorer II - 126710BLRO GMT II (Pepsi) - 116300 Datejust II

21 July 2009, 09:21 AM	#2
WJGESQ Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,753	Seems contrary to the ideal of a tool watch. But if its yours, its yours. Do anything you like.

21 July 2009, 09:22 AM	#3
thatguitarplace Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: london Posts: 85	to be honest i'm having second thoughts now..after reading rolex will not touch the watch if aftermarket work is done..

21 July 2009, 09:30 AM	#4
DRAWTOOL "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Mikey Uí Néill Location: Olden Texas Watch: 14060M & 16570 Posts: 1,941	Hell, go to an AD and see what Rolex has to offer in the way of customizing your watch.

21 July 2009, 09:42 AM	#6
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,203	Very cool I personally think it looks better the normal way with ceramic. In my opinion if you want a watch with Diamonds on it, buy it that way orginally from the dealer or buy a brand / model that will allow you to buy the original part and have it swapped. This way you avoid the company (Rolex) not servicing the watch / restoring it to spec at your expense

21 July 2009, 10:40 AM	#9
emmagee Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 237	Oh man, don't do that to an otherwise great watch. Just my opinion.

21 July 2009, 11:04 AM	#11
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	I would keep it the way it is!! Allan

21 July 2009, 11:19 AM	#13
Cato Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Land of the Lost Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,201	Who wears that much bling? Gangster Rapper or effeminate piano player?

21 July 2009, 12:11 PM	#15
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Hmmmm . . . interesting. I think you should do whatever you like. Don't worry about the opinions of others. There is a real preference on this forum (and I agree) for keeping the watches original. But you need to wear what makes you happy.

21 July 2009, 12:57 PM	#17
DARK_KNIGHT "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jack Location: Dothan Watch: Cartier Posts: 1,236	From my perspective, it is not an appealing item, one that I would never want to own or even look at; but should it be from yours, cash or charge?

21 July 2009, 01:35 PM	#18
rockclimber Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: USA Posts: 69	I would never do that to a GMTII, but if you must... I had a lot of aftermarket diamonds added to my wifes presidential and I have to say I would not go to an AD as it will be 5x the price. However, if you are only going with the bezel, you might want to go authentic if you can afford it.

21 July 2009, 05:34 PM	#19
thatguitarplace Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: london Posts: 85	total change of plan..keeping the gmt as is..going for a dj with black jubilee dial / diamonds and fluted white gold bezel ..official rolex

21 July 2009, 07:03 PM	#20
Ed Rooney "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Annapolis, MD Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 5,081	So when the 24-hour hand points at diamond you will know it is diamond o'clock in Diamondville (Universal Diamond Time)? Good news on the Datejust. Eminem has one.

22 July 2009, 06:12 AM	#27
vjb.knife Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Vince Location: Pittsburgh, PA Watch: Rolex Sub & GMTIIC Posts: 626	Sorry but ....... Sorry but that is disgusting.

22 July 2009, 07:21 AM	#29
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Ugggh!!!!! No way would I ruin a perfectly good Rolex tool timepiece with diamonds. But that is just me! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

22 July 2009, 10:15 AM	#30
piom "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Rudy Location: Maryland - USA Watch: TT GMT Master II Posts: 23	If you wanna pimp your watch, then you've got to get some colors man. Purple or pink bezel will do the job.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)