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Etschell · 11 August 2018, 09:51 PM

does anyone know which year they switched from the old clasp to flip lock? were there any othe changes when they went to flip lock?

also, which do you prefer on this model?

thanks,

e

herts9 · 11 August 2018, 10:01 PM

Borrowed from another thread:

From 1988 to 1996 , Gmt 16700 was available with the choice between Oyster 78360 and Jubile 62510.

From 1994 to 1996 Oyster 93150 was added to this choice.

Then from 1996 to 1999 it was Oyster 78790 or Jubile 62510.

The fliplock is more secure, but I have the 78360 for a more vintage look on my 1996 T series

Etschell · 11 August 2018, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by herts9

Borrowed from another thread:

From 1988 to 1996 , Gmt 16700 was available with the choice between Oyster 78360 and Jubile 62510.

From 1994 to 1996 Oyster 93150 was added to this choice.

The fliplock is more secure, but I have the 78360 for a more vintage look on my 1996 T series

Then from 1996 to 1999 it was Oyster 78790 or Jubile 62510.

ty!

lee fowler · 11 August 2018, 10:06 PM

I think it was offered when the 16710 was launched as I have price list from 1996 with it in and available with the 78790 bracelet.

tekno · 11 August 2018, 10:25 PM

Find one with normal oyster. They look cleaner

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Etschell · 11 August 2018, 11:00 PM

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Originally Posted by tekno

Find one with normal oyster. They look cleaner

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i prefer oyster. even a sub 93250

lee fowler · 11 August 2018, 11:21 PM

Yep prefer Oyster as well.

Etschell · 11 August 2018, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lee fowler

Yep prefer Oyster as well.

thanks. really considering one.

lee fowler · 11 August 2018, 11:34 PM

I was very lucky and managed to pick up a mint almost NOS one and only £1725.00 new back in 1994!

Etschell · 11 August 2018, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by lee fowler

I was very lucky and managed to pick up a mint almost NOS one and only £1725.00 new!

fantastic.

mineral · 12 August 2018, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by lee fowler

I was very lucky and managed to pick up a mint almost NOS one and only £1725.00 new!

This is like dream come true for me. Wish I could have luck as you

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tekno · 12 August 2018, 01:24 AM

I had a GMT Master II Coke SEL No Holes with box/papers back around 2005-2007 - I paid $3500 or so for it lol. It was literally brand new and I thought I bought it from DavidSW.

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FTX I · 12 August 2018, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by lee fowler

I was very lucky and managed to pick up a mint almost NOS one and only £1725.00 new back in 1994!

Love it. Thanks for sharing.

Hope you get one Eliot. I hope to find one myself one day too.

Etschell · 12 August 2018, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by FTX I

Love it. Thanks for sharing.

Hope you get one Eliot. I hope to find one myself one day too.

thanks. we shall see. but it is easier than getting a new blro that is for sure.

strafer_kid · 12 August 2018, 02:22 AM

Brilliant watch - fliplock makes it that bit safer. Mine also came fitted a Sub clasp with dive extension. Great allrounder!

swish77 · 12 August 2018, 02:49 AM

I've read that ADs offered the Submariner bracelet as an option on the 16700 in the '90s so the diver's extension could fit over pilots' flight suits. Probably why you see quite a few 16700s out there with Sub bracelets on them.

Etschell · 12 August 2018, 02:50 AM

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Originally Posted by strafer_kid

Brilliant watch - fliplock makes it that bit safer. Mine also came fitted a Sub clasp with dive extension. Great allrounder!

any pics?

springer · 12 August 2018, 04:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by herts9

Borrowed from another thread:

From 1988 to 1996 , Gmt 16700 was available with the choice between Oyster 78360 and Jubile 62510.

From 1994 to 1996 Oyster 93150 was added to this choice.

Then from 1996 to 1999 it was Oyster 78790 or Jubile 62510.

The fliplock is more secure, but I have the 78360 for a more vintage look on my 1996 T series

The Oyster 93150 was available of all the GMTs beginning with the 16750 GMT-Master which was introduced during late 1979.

FTX I · 12 August 2018, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by springer

The Oyster 93150 was available of all the GMTs beginning with the 16750 GMT-Master which was introduced during late 1979.

That's what I thought when I read the information above. Thanks for clarifying.

strafer_kid · 12 August 2018, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

any pics?

Pic showing bracelet

strafer_kid · 12 August 2018, 08:16 AM

Shot of watch head

Etschell · 12 August 2018, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by springer

The Oyster 93150 was available of all the GMTs beginning with the 16750 GMT-Master which was introduced during late 1979.

thank you jp.

herts9 · 12 August 2018, 11:12 AM

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Originally Posted by springer

The Oyster 93150 was available of all the GMTs beginning with the 16750 GMT-Master which was introduced during late 1979.

Your knowledge on GMT Masters is second to none. Great info here!

sillo · 12 August 2018, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by swish77

I've read that ADs offered the Submariner bracelet as an option on the 16700 in the '90s so the diver's extension could fit over pilots' flight suits. Probably why you see quite a few 16700s out there with Sub bracelets on them.

My N serial 16700 is on a 93150.

CPRWATCH · 12 August 2018, 06:13 PM

Bought my 16700 new in 99 ,oyster 78790 & also picked up a jubilee 62510 . So have the best of both worlds & several inserts , & it's having these that can really change the look of the watch. The GMT has got to be the most versatile watch there is ,as I'm not aware of any other watch that can have so many different looks

strafer_kid · 12 August 2018, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by CPRWATCH

Bought my 16700 new in 99 ,oyster 78790 & also picked up a jubilee 62510 . So have the best of both worlds & several inserts , & it's having these that can really change the look of the watch. The GMT has got to be the most versatile watch there is ,as I'm not aware of any other watch that can have so many different looks

Really nice set - great watch - love the quickset date too!

strafer_kid · 12 August 2018, 10:02 PM

Just a pic of the whole set. Also includes an SD toolkit wallet and 93250 bracelet.

CPRWATCH · 13 August 2018, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by strafer_kid

Just a pic of the whole set. Also includes an SD toolkit wallet and 93250 bracelet.

Lovely set & SD kit to boot

ancientmariner · 13 August 2018, 09:53 PM

My 16700 R serial 1989ish also has the 93150 bracelet.

Do not think any of the 93150 is original to 1989 as it has had 2 RSC services and the bracelet appears brand new (as does the whole watch!).

My favourite watch.

Pics on the 93150 and also a new jubilee which I prefer

springer · 14 August 2018, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ancientmariner

My 16700 R serial 1989ish also has the 93150 bracelet.

Do not think any of the 93150 is original to 1989 as it has had 2 RSC services and the bracelet appears brand new (as does the whole watch!).

My favourite watch.

Pics on the 93150 and also a new jubilee which I prefer

Check the bracelet code on the clasp. That would probably answer your question.

11 August 2018, 09:51 PM	#1
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	16700 does anyone know which year they switched from the old clasp to flip lock? were there any othe changes when they went to flip lock? also, which do you prefer on this model? thanks, e __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

11 August 2018, 10:06 PM	#4
lee fowler 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,507	I think it was offered when the 16710 was launched as I have price list from 1996 with it in and available with the 78790 bracelet. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

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lee fowler 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,507	Yep prefer Oyster as well. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

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11 August 2018, 10:01 PM	#2
herts9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Brian Location: Cincinnati Watch: 116610LN Posts: 2,021	Borrowed from another thread: From 1988 to 1996 , Gmt 16700 was available with the choice between Oyster 78360 and Jubile 62510. From 1994 to 1996 Oyster 93150 was added to this choice. Then from 1996 to 1999 it was Oyster 78790 or Jubile 62510. The fliplock is more secure, but I have the 78360 for a more vintage look on my 1996 T series

11 August 2018, 10:25 PM	#5
tekno 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 1,039	Find one with normal oyster. They look cleaner Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

12 August 2018, 01:24 AM	#12
tekno 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 1,039	I had a GMT Master II Coke SEL No Holes with box/papers back around 2005-2007 - I paid $3500 or so for it lol. It was literally brand new and I thought I bought it from DavidSW. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

12 August 2018, 02:22 AM	#15
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,127	Brilliant watch - fliplock makes it that bit safer. Mine also came fitted a Sub clasp with dive extension. Great allrounder!

12 August 2018, 02:49 AM	#16
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,788	I've read that ADs offered the Submariner bracelet as an option on the 16700 in the '90s so the diver's extension could fit over pilots' flight suits. Probably why you see quite a few 16700s out there with Sub bracelets on them.

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