Rumor for Basel 2019

[WS9D]

is the OP Chicago_Tom? lol

[GoingPlaces]

Yeah right, not happening. I think the GMT will be left alone for a while, there is enough going on in that line right now. They will likely shift to a model that has not had recent updates or changes.

I would love to see more Oyster Flex options.

[Bearwithme]

Originally Posted by USALV

that top Rolex. OMG! That would be totally awesome.

X2

OP - I may be mistaken (someone here is sure to clarify) but my understanding was that the difficulty Rolex have in producing a true red on the BLRO is down to the way they create the colours on ceramics - I’ve heard all the bezels start as one colour and the darker colour is produced using a chemical transformation... (someone please step in to clear this up) seems to make sense as if you look at the blue and the red on the BLRO they both have slight hues of one another (or you could say they share some purple) I may be mistaken but I’d hope to think that seeding black over red would somehow be easier... (this is all guesswork)

As it happens I prefer the top one, which if they have difficulty producing a black in red if hope would be the outcome!!!

Great post

[aleeboy]

Originally Posted by dgobin208

Hard to believe Rolex couldn’t keep up with demand. Pretty sure this was deliberate on their part. Doubtful a Rolex coke comes just a year after the SS Pepsi but sign me up if it does.

I believe that production has been fairly constant - it's always been difficult to buy a Submariner or Daytona. However, the greys have been acquiring all the sports models/ desirable models (even certain Datejust dial varieties) because they ultimately keep AD's in business by assuring them a certain volume of stock liquidity, so AD's can keep their Green & Gold signage. This has exacerbated the problem... and let's throw in the "fever" out in the market for these models, which I believe will play little influence on supply and prices, as it's currently cartel controlled by a strong distribution model that helps another distribution player stay in business.

It's another imperfection under a free market model.

[Prestige_Swiss]

I’d love a YG Explorer II with both black dial and white dial options. Any takers?


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[Hunter87]

I know it will never happen but I wanna see a ceramic smurf made in SS

[Explorer-P]

I’d love to see a polar Explorer 214270, even more so since seeing the new white OP39.

[Krash]

Originally Posted by Frank McKay

From folks at Geneva. Additionally, he stated that the shortage of SS has absolutely nothing to do with limiting distribution. Shortage is entirely due to an explosion in demand. Rolex in process of lncreasing staff.

I actually believe that part of the story. Not sure we’ll see Coke though. I don’t buy any such rumors like that.


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[Rocket launcher]

My mates brothers girlfriends sister has a mate who works in a shop near rolex..heard a customer say ..that's they had heard that:-

A new sub in 2 tone rose gold ..and a new 70 hour movement..with a Red dial. Will be ready for the show next year

Called the Dare Devil

[HL65]

I am not surprised as most employees at AD's have an inside track on confidential Rolex information and Rolex always let's people know in advance.

[A.I.]

I feel Coke on a Tudor is far more likely..

[1William]

I would be interested. Do not see it in SS though.

[Tobias]

Originally Posted by A.I.

I feel Coke on a Tudor is far more likely..

Yes a Coke Tudor Black Bay seems a good bet.

When Tudor lead designer Ander Ugarte was asked what is his favourite Tudor watch released this year (at Basel 2018), Ander said his favourite watch (design already completed) is actually launched next year. He seemed pretty pleased with it.

Quite the tease :)

https://youtu.be/KjcEVJvYg_8?t=228

[Speedbird-1]

As I've said previously:
It's difficult enough to get hold of the current, 'dubiously coloured' GMT.

If, and when, Rolex get the colours 'right', I imagine I'd have to leave my position in any waitlist, in my will,.......for my grandson, perhaps.
I also suspect, that the 'backside' would drop out of the price of the current iteration.


PS. Have you seen the various shades of 'red', Rolex are showing in their, GMT online Brochure? Have a close look, particularly at the pink hue of the ceramic insert sample. Then go back to the first close-up shot of the watch on the first page of the 'Brochures'.
I don't know about you, but I resent having smoke, blown up my proverbial.

[rcwatches]

the coke on the oyster is def one to made it looks fantastic!

[Flyfisher]

Must be true, because Rolex has a history of blabbing it’s product roadmap to AD,s.😀

[GMT Aviator]

It’s a great rumour and let’s hope it’s true, but I won’t hold my breath.

The GMT line up did get a significant revamp this year as others have said which makes me thing the elves at Rolex are probably busy tinkering with something else now.

If true however, mines an oyster coke thank you.

[oldman2005]

Rolex just released the Pepsi so I doubt they'll release another GMT, beside even if Rolex releases the coke, good chance the vast majority won't be able to get one just like Pepsi. Good luck gents.

[BLNR1]

I would think they would release a new sub with the 3235 movement.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by thomaspp

A 38mm no date sub would be nice


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Hahaha keep dreaming thomas


I hear its going to be an all ceramic datejust with flying tourbillon.

[Mr. K]

I heard slimmer lugs on all professional model maxi cases.

[Matt5999]

Yes, it's near impossible to know what Rolex will reveal in March.

However, marketing campaigns can give us a slight glimpse into what's to come. As you all know it's usually not the model that "fly off the shelves" that feature.

In the months prior to the Daytona C release I remember seeing ads everywhere of the TT white dial Daytona (Especially after the new deal Rolex signed with F1).

Now, I don't know about you guys but all I'm seeing these days is ads featuring the TT blue dial sub!!!

Just a thought... :)

[rambo99]

a hulk with a new 72 hours power reserve movement.

[Dsmith1974]

Originally Posted by ArtNouveau

No way they’ll release another stainless steel GMT variation one year after the BLRO. New movement in the BLNR and LN would be far more likely.

Syloxi, I presume?

[Raku]

Instead of a new coloured bezel Rolex should do this: invent a bezel release mechanism where the end user can remove the bezel with the help of a paper clip (similar to the iPhone sim card tray) and sell different coloured bezels. This way you don't have to buy 3 different variations of the same watch, you just buy the coloured bezel you like.

This is never going to happen, but it's nice to hope.

[brandrea]

I hadn’t heard that before

[nigelUK]

Originally Posted by Bahdoey

I hear it’s a Coke GMT by Tudor.

That's an absolute certainty ... and a BLNR year after

.... Probably in 39mm & 41mm

[keller]

I would love Ceramic Coke on jubilee bracelet, I would just have to wait and see

[Well:Timed]

Coke next year...not a chance!!!! Maybe in 3 / 4 year... but not yet! Your AD is wrong...sorry.

[Easy E]

Originally Posted by Hunter87

I know it will never happen but I wanna see a ceramic smurf made in SS

Me too!! #SSS