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kmk · 29 October 2009, 04:49 AM

Hello Everyone:

New to TRF and just posted about whether I could swap a Coke bezel for a regular Sub bezel on a GMT Master II 16710 (answer was no - good to know).

Now looking to buy my first Rolex...Can't wait to find it!

Watch collecting background: started looking at Rolexes a long time ago when I didn't have two nickels to rub together. Started with vintage Omegas then progressed to military watches, especially Sinn and Marathon. Really was enjoying those.

Recently have had a heavy travel schedule that took me across many time zones so started to think beyond what I had. Got hooked on the old 5517 milsubs but so inaccessible and not sure I'd actually want to wear something that expensive on my wrist.

So after two decades, circled back to the idea of a GMT...specifically the GMT Master II 16710 Coke with a 93150 bracelet. Now looking for one to wear that is in NM condition or so...not looking to store this one in the safe but still would like box and papers. Checking out the sales section now and then.

Wondering what I should do to look out for fakes or mismatched 16710s...any help is much appreciated.

Anyways - good to finally join TRF!

Good day everyone!

Ken

Lol-x · 29 October 2009, 09:58 AM

Welcome Ken, nice to welcome you aboard.

Nick1959 · 29 October 2009, 10:28 AM

Welcome to the forum. Make sure you buy from reputed guys here.

Latrodectus · 29 October 2009, 10:30 AM

Welcome to TRF, GMT is a nice choice! Have fun here.

sleddog · 29 October 2009, 10:31 AM

Welcome to TRF Ken!!
You will find all the info you need right here..!
Good luck on your search......From a fellow Canadian eh......
Rob.

Skullring · 29 October 2009, 10:37 AM

Welcome Ken. Nice to have you here.

R1@160@alltimes · 29 October 2009, 12:23 PM

Welcome to TRF.

You can find some crisp 16710's here in the for sale section from trusted sellers

kmk · 31 October 2009, 04:41 AM

Thanks everyone for the welcome!

I did just what you guys suggested - I purchased a 16710 Coke from a TRF member! Will be travelling to Seattle to pick it up in December.

Glad to be part of the club (finally).

Best regards,

Ken

29 October 2009, 04:49 AM	#1
kmk Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 22	Greetings - new and already hunting! Hello Everyone: New to TRF and just posted about whether I could swap a Coke bezel for a regular Sub bezel on a GMT Master II 16710 (answer was no - good to know). Now looking to buy my first Rolex...Can't wait to find it! Watch collecting background: started looking at Rolexes a long time ago when I didn't have two nickels to rub together. Started with vintage Omegas then progressed to military watches, especially Sinn and Marathon. Really was enjoying those. Recently have had a heavy travel schedule that took me across many time zones so started to think beyond what I had. Got hooked on the old 5517 milsubs but so inaccessible and not sure I'd actually want to wear something that expensive on my wrist. So after two decades, circled back to the idea of a GMT...specifically the GMT Master II 16710 Coke with a 93150 bracelet. Now looking for one to wear that is in NM condition or so...not looking to store this one in the safe but still would like box and papers. Checking out the sales section now and then. Wondering what I should do to look out for fakes or mismatched 16710s...any help is much appreciated. Anyways - good to finally join TRF! Good day everyone! Ken

29 October 2009, 09:58 AM	#2
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,240	Welcome Ken, nice to welcome you aboard. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

29 October 2009, 10:28 AM	#3
Nick1959 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: New York Watch: Rolex DSSD Posts: 558	Welcome to the forum. Make sure you buy from reputed guys here. __________________ Regards, Nick Rolex Oyster Perpetual, DSSD,TT GMT IIC Daytona SS Breitling Chronomat CX 20000 Swiss Military,Longine Grande

29 October 2009, 10:30 AM	#4
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 9,991	Welcome to TRF, GMT is a nice choice! Have fun here. __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

29 October 2009, 10:31 AM	#5
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,903	Welcome to TRF Ken!! You will find all the info you need right here..! Good luck on your search......From a fellow Canadian eh...... Rob. __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

29 October 2009, 10:37 AM	#6
Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	Welcome Ken. Nice to have you here. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

29 October 2009, 12:23 PM	#7
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Welcome to TRF. You can find some crisp 16710's here in the for sale section from trusted sellers __________________

31 October 2009, 04:41 AM	#8
kmk Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 22	Thanks everyone for the welcome! I did just what you guys suggested - I purchased a 16710 Coke from a TRF member! Will be travelling to Seattle to pick it up in December. Glad to be part of the club (finally). Best regards, Ken

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