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warrior · 24 September 2016, 02:04 AM

16710 without a doubt. Have had many Rolexes and the only one I regret selling was the 16710 Pepsi. I don't like the large font of the numbers against the dark bezel of the BLNR--a bit too in your face; that look would get tiring for me after awhile.

The Libertine · 24 September 2016, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Loevhagen

Not surprised at all. The majority buy new watches because some of them do not dare to buy second hand. And even fewer people buy "old and outdated" second hand...

Besides an new watch is available everywhere - whilst a model out of production is de facto not.

A very good point. I had to buy my 16710 second hand, but was fortunate enough that DavidSW found a perfect specimen. If not, I may be without mine today for the reason you note.

Cru Jones · 24 September 2016, 02:06 AM

16710, but i'd look for circa 2000 model with lug holes and SELs.

mtgjr · 24 September 2016, 02:10 AM

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Originally Posted by douglasf13

I'm not sure I can think of a 6 digit Rolex I prefer over its 5 digit ancestor, outside of the new ceramic Daytona.

Same here.

Rockrolex · 24 September 2016, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by padi56

For me it would be the 16710 with or without the so called full set or service, the 16710 is a far more versatile watch.With the bezel inserts quite cheap to buy and easy DIY changeable get all 3 the 3 different watches for the price of one.Movement wise not a lot of difference between the 3185 and 3186, on the 3186 slightly more precise second time zone setting and thats about it.

I totally agree with Peter (surprise, surprise) and would add that the 16710 can be dressed up or down as the occasion requires.

WS9D · 24 September 2016, 02:38 AM

16710. Maybe add a more modern solid bracelet (brushed) for some extra heft of the 116710

the0thrdude · 24 September 2016, 02:47 AM

Well, as of this moment, the poll is split down the middle with 41 poeple on both sides.

My vote is for the 16710. I never liked the ceramic bezels. The colors are just too concrete and don't play well with light like the aluminum.

jrs146 · 24 September 2016, 02:50 AM

I'm a ceramic kind of guy so I vote BLNR

The Libertine · 24 September 2016, 03:20 AM

Poll is dead even now @ 43 votes each!

Loevhagen · 24 September 2016, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by AK797

BLNR, never liked the bezel font of the old GMTs.

The irony...

The new fonts on the modern GMTs; BLRO ceramic insert and this are quite the same.

hobbstc · 24 September 2016, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

16710, but i'd look for circa 2000 model with lug holes and SELs.

Yep! Love the K series I just bought.

One Ping Only · 24 September 2016, 03:37 AM

If I had to choose one, go with the 16710 now and BLNR later!

wuyeah · 24 September 2016, 03:52 AM

Sorry, BLNR can't compete. Vintage all the way. It is not classic, I would call pepsi/coke LEGENDARY!

japenney · 24 September 2016, 06:53 AM

Dead even poll. Wow! Still on the fence. We shall see what happens :).

douglasf13 · 24 September 2016, 08:21 AM

It's basically like trying to decide between these:

Chute · 24 September 2016, 08:23 AM

BLNR, for me the modern 6 series Rolex blow the older 5 series away

bjw · 24 September 2016, 08:31 AM

Having both a 5 digit (coke bezel d series) and a BLNR myself; as my only GMT, I'd go with the 5 digit especially if your getting all three bezels - no hesitation. It's classic and they've stopped making them.

The BLNR is a completely different watch. Same complications , but completely different feel and look. A bit bulked up and polished version of the 5 digit. A very beautiful watch. I wear the 5 digit in the summer when I'm more active. It's a lighter watch and just feels for comfortable than the tad heavier BLNR. Come fall I mostly wear the BLNR.

Get the 5digit now while you can. They won't get any cheaper.

tomallen · 24 September 2016, 08:52 AM

I have both and it is hard to choose. My 16710 has the Pepsi bezel and it is a full set and can pass for new. I am the second owner it is a T serial and the tritium has gone out.

The Libertine · 24 September 2016, 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by japenney

Dead even poll. Wow! Still on the fence. We shall see what happens :).

16710 takes the lead again!

japenney · 24 September 2016, 09:30 AM

Its been a good thread ! I think ive decided my preference. Looking at pissibly buying this one if anyone has time to offer an opinion it would be appreciated

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=496760

T. Ferguson · 24 September 2016, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

For me it would be the 16710 with or without the so called full set or service, the 16710 is a far more versatile watch.With the bezel inserts quite cheap to buy and easy DIY changeable get all 3 the 3 different watches for the price of one.Movement wise not a lot of difference between the 3185 and 3186, on the 3186 slightly more precise second time zone setting and thats about it.

This. Plus the BLNR blue is not my personal favorite for how it looks on me, though many love the blue. On top of that I already own the GMTC I want, the 116713. Many would disagree with that choice also, lol! Good thing we have options. In this case mine would be the 16710.

fskywalker · 24 September 2016, 11:11 AM

Another vote for 16710

caprebels · 24 September 2016, 11:19 AM

BLNR. I love the modern cerachom bezel better.

caprebels · 24 September 2016, 11:21 AM

BLNR. Love mine.

traf · 24 September 2016, 11:21 AM

Own both, love both for reasons mentioned above. There needs to be a "both" option!

douglasf13 · 24 September 2016, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by traf

Own both, love both for reasons mentioned above. There needs to be a "both" option!

That's kinda the point. Which would you give up, if forced to?

Halothane · 24 September 2016, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Loevhagen

Have both - but if forced to choose only one of these:

I would choose this:

And here's why:

I love these on the jubilee. Is that yours? or a stock photo?
Does a super jubilee fit the BLNR?

Eric Chan · 24 September 2016, 11:47 AM

BLNR. The new style bracelet and clasp seal the deal for me. Also love the black/blue combo.

Boaters · 24 September 2016, 12:06 PM

I have both and it would be a tough decision. Probably the 16710 because it is basically three watches in one with the different bezel inserts.

jakerusty · 24 September 2016, 12:09 PM

16710 all the way

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View Poll Results: Which gmt as only gmt watch.
Blnr	122	47.84%
16710 (F serial recent RSC service)	133	52.16%
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24 September 2016, 02:50 AM	#38
jrs146 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: Lost in time Watch: Me Nae Nae Posts: 9,821	I'm a ceramic kind of guy so I vote BLNR __________________ "Sometimes the songs that we hear are just songs of our own." -Jerome J. Garcia, Robert C. Hunter

24 September 2016, 08:52 AM	#48
tomallen 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tom Location: Connecticut Watch: Rolex SubC,GMTIIC Posts: 961	I have both and it is hard to choose. My 16710 has the Pepsi bezel and it is a full set and can pass for new. I am the second owner it is a T serial and the tritium has gone out. __________________ Unless you are the lead dog the scenery never changes

24 September 2016, 11:11 AM	#52
fskywalker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Francisco Location: San Juan, PR Watch: Is Ticking ! Posts: 24,816	Another vote for 16710 __________________ Francisco ♛ 16610 / 116264 Ω 168.022 / 2535.80.00 / 2230.50.00 / 310.30.42.50.01.002 Zenith 02.480.405 Henry Archer Eclipse 2FA security enabled

24 September 2016, 11:19 AM	#53
caprebels "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: USA Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 131	BLNR. I love the modern cerachom bezel better. __________________ * Rolex GMT 116710BLNR (2016)

24 September 2016, 02:04 AM	#31
warrior "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: massachusetts Watch: Explorer Posts: 1,680	16710 without a doubt. Have had many Rolexes and the only one I regret selling was the 16710 Pepsi. I don't like the large font of the numbers against the dark bezel of the BLNR--a bit too in your face; that look would get tiring for me after awhile.

24 September 2016, 02:06 AM	#33
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,673	16710, but i'd look for circa 2000 model with lug holes and SELs.

24 September 2016, 02:38 AM	#36
WS9D "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Steve Location: Shasta Watch: es..More Watches! Posts: 2,395	16710. Maybe add a more modern solid bracelet (brushed) for some extra heft of the 116710

24 September 2016, 02:47 AM	#37
the0thrdude Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: New York Watch: 16710,116300 Posts: 501	Well, as of this moment, the poll is split down the middle with 41 poeple on both sides. My vote is for the 16710. I never liked the ceramic bezels. The colors are just too concrete and don't play well with light like the aluminum.

24 September 2016, 03:20 AM	#39
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Poll is dead even now @ 43 votes each!

24 September 2016, 03:52 AM	#43
wuyeah "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: NYC Posts: 952	Sorry, BLNR can't compete. Vintage all the way. It is not classic, I would call pepsi/coke LEGENDARY!

24 September 2016, 06:53 AM	#44
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Dead even poll. Wow! Still on the fence. We shall see what happens :).

24 September 2016, 08:21 AM	#45
douglasf13 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: USA Posts: 5,618	It's basically like trying to decide between these:

24 September 2016, 08:23 AM	#46
Chute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Chris Location: Austin Watch: 6 digit Rolex+APRO Posts: 1,545	BLNR, for me the modern 6 series Rolex blow the older 5 series away

24 September 2016, 08:31 AM	#47
bjw "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: USA Posts: 443	Having both a 5 digit (coke bezel d series) and a BLNR myself; as my only GMT, I'd go with the 5 digit especially if your getting all three bezels - no hesitation. It's classic and they've stopped making them. The BLNR is a completely different watch. Same complications , but completely different feel and look. A bit bulked up and polished version of the 5 digit. A very beautiful watch. I wear the 5 digit in the summer when I'm more active. It's a lighter watch and just feels for comfortable than the tad heavier BLNR. Come fall I mostly wear the BLNR. Get the 5digit now while you can. They won't get any cheaper.

24 September 2016, 09:30 AM	#50
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Its been a good thread ! I think ive decided my preference. Looking at pissibly buying this one if anyone has time to offer an opinion it would be appreciated http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=496760

24 September 2016, 11:21 AM	#55
traf "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: dave Location: miami Watch: me ride bikes Posts: 1,938	Own both, love both for reasons mentioned above. There needs to be a "both" option!

24 September 2016, 11:47 AM	#58
Eric Chan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Eric Chan Location: Vancouver, BC CAN Watch: Day-Date 118238 Posts: 8,798	BLNR. The new style bracelet and clasp seal the deal for me. Also love the black/blue combo. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016

24 September 2016, 12:06 PM	#59
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,650	I have both and it would be a tough decision. Probably the 16710 because it is basically three watches in one with the different bezel inserts.

24 September 2016, 12:09 PM	#60
jakerusty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Dallas Watch: 116619, 16570 Posts: 198	16710 all the way Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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