16710 U series

[gazar]

Hi any expert here can help or assist me?

I am about to purchase a U series 16710

What should I check on the watch to make sure the bracelet and buckle is as of original?

Anyone what’s the actual number been used this model bracelet and buckle?

Many thanks in advanced.

[jamesthejeweller]

97-98, holes case, hollow end links, luminova

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[gazar]

Originally Posted by jamesthejeweller

97-98, holes case, hollow end links, luminova

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Thanks and what’s the code for the
Bracelet
Buckle
Endpiece
And total how many links?

[jamesthejeweller]

78360 bracelet, 501 endlinks, 13 links total, V or Z clasp code

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[gazar]

Originally Posted by jamesthejeweller

78360 bracelet, 501 endlinks, 13 links total, V or Z clasp code

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13 links including the end links am I right?

The piece been offered to me
Bracelet code is 78790
Buckle code Z10
End piece code 501B

Is it okay?

[springer]

Originally Posted by gazar

13 links including the end links am I right?

The piece been offered to me
Bracelet code is 78790
Buckle code Z10
End piece code 501B

Is it okay?

Yes, everything you mentioned is correct for a U serial-numbered GMT II.

[gazar]

Originally Posted by springer

Yes, everything you mentioned is correct for a U serial-numbered GMT II.

Oh so both are correct for a u series?
78360 bracelet Or 78790 bracelet?

[gazar]

Just wanna make sure I am buying the correct watch.

[Tools]

Originally Posted by gazar

Oh so both are correct for a u series?
78360 bracelet Or 78790 bracelet?

78360 was an earlier version Oyster bracelet, without the flip-lock clasp.

[gazar]

Originally Posted by Tools

78360 was an earlier version Oyster bracelet, without the flip-lock clasp.

Thanks, and may I ask which is better in terms of value.

With pin hole or without pin hole? Or it doesn’t make any differences?

[jamesthejeweller]

That's a touchy question. Many would argue that this retail decision Is not about resale value, but to answer your question fully, it would require quite a deep dive into the condition.

I would only buy this piece if it speaks to you, not if it will earn you anything.

J

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[seattlewatch]

Also, some of the U serial had a “Swiss only” dial

[gazar]

Originally Posted by seattlewatch

Also, some of the U serial had a “Swiss only” dial

Hi, will SWISS dial gets patina over time?

[lx384]

Originally Posted by gazar

Hi, will SWISS dial gets patina over time?

No.

[stevedssd]

Originally Posted by gazar

Hi, will SWISS dial gets patina over time?

As above, no, here's my U78****........

[gazar]

Many thanks for the reply above.

Lastly may I ask U series is using 3185 or 3186 movement?
Just curious to find out ��

[Boaters]

I think the 16710 is without a doubt one of the best pieces rolex ever produced. Love the different faces.

[jakjuventus]

Originally Posted by gazar

Many thanks for the reply above.

Lastly may I ask U series is using 3185 or 3186 movement?
Just curious to find out ��

Definitely it come with 3185.
3186 only come around later 2007 year.

[gazar]

Originally Posted by Boaters

I think the 16710 is without a doubt one of the best pieces rolex ever produced. Love the different faces.

Very nice

[gazar]

Originally Posted by jakjuventus

Definitely it come with 3185.
3186 only come around later 2007 year.

Oh didn’t know it’s introduced so late.