I did it!! Rolex 116710LN to 126710BLRO Conversion

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I know to most this wouldn't make any sense but to me it was more about the journey and the excitement.

Given the frustration finding a new SS PEPSI GMT at retail, I decided to embark on this journey after I was lucky enough to find a WG Pepsi bezel. I ended up buying a 116710LN and decided to convert it into a 126710BLRO.

I was able to source all genuine parts including GMT Dial, GMT Red Hand, and Genuine 69200 Jubilee Bracelet. Luckily everything went in without a hiccup thanks to the great guys at @Rolliworks. Mike and Sal are just great!! I am so glad that they are local and I can go bug them anytime. Their new facility is spectacular!

The watch ended up costing me more than the retail and sure it wasn't much of a savings compared to what they are selling for in the grey market, well maybe a couple of grand, but at the end of the day there is story to this watch and to me that is worth it.

On to the pictures