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Eric-London · 16 November 2018, 12:46 AM

Jeffreyc87 requested more pictures of my blue dial white gold GMT so here goes.

I took most of these pictures when I first picked the piece up. It was born with a blue dial (not a swap out).

The blue dial varies in tone depending on the light. Definitely up there in my top five fave watches I own.

Direct sunlight on the dial really makes the blue pop.

Dial almost looks black here.

For comparison black dial GMT

And a recently purchased (like new) older school GMT

Duey · 16 November 2018, 12:54 AM

Nice Pictures - That blue is soft and not in your face

epc2 · 16 November 2018, 12:57 AM

That's a beautiful dial , and Wow what a nice GMT collection , Awesome.

watchwatcher · 16 November 2018, 01:00 AM

I think I just died and went to GMT heaven!

rmlovett1 · 16 November 2018, 01:03 AM

Nice GMT collection! Like the blue dial, but sticking to black with mine

Mystro · 16 November 2018, 01:04 AM

Outstanding.

T01 · 16 November 2018, 01:08 AM

Great collection!

Jeffreyc87 · 16 November 2018, 01:32 AM

Thanks so much for taking time out to do this!

Amazing models and absolutely stunning photos...thanks so much!

maximus1 · 16 November 2018, 01:51 AM

Great pictures and very nice collection. Thanks for sharing

BzKneez · 16 November 2018, 02:00 AM

Hands down I think the blue dial, white gold is the best option in GMT watches. What's your favorite?

SearChart · 16 November 2018, 02:08 AM

Nice!

I've only seen it like this:

travisb · 16 November 2018, 02:11 AM

Nice pics!

roro · 16 November 2018, 02:24 AM

Great pics. It seems like you have a slight GMT addiction (as do I)

You've got just about every desirable modern GMT out there (save for the Tudor).
I was lucky enough to have seen and tried the blue dial GMT at an AD. It is indeed a lovely watch and the blue dial has a matte aspect to it that changes in different lighting that gives it a unique aesthetic. The weight of the gold on the wrist is also quite impressive.

Hats off on having built such a nice collection!

Eric-London · 16 November 2018, 02:26 AM

Thanks guys.
Out of my GMT’s, the Batman gets the most wear but not because it’s my favourite.

In order of my GMT favourites,
1) WG blue dial GMT
2) Full rosegold Rootbeer
3) Stick dial Pepsi (charming watch)
4) Coke T dial GMT
5) 2018 SS GMT
6) Batman

roro · 16 November 2018, 02:30 AM

Great pics. It seems like you have a slight GMT addiction (as do I)

You've got just about every desirable modern GMT out there (save for the Tudor).
I was lucky enough to have seen and tried the blue dial GMT at an AD. The weight of the gold on the wrist is impressive. It is indeed a lovely watch and the blue dial has a matte aspect to it that changes in different lighting as you've pointed out. That gives this watch a unique aesthetic. I think this Rolex made a great choice with the blue dial to distinguish this version from the steel Pepsi.

Hats off on having built such a nice collection!

Rashid.bk · 16 November 2018, 02:35 AM

So it's safe to assume you may like GMTs a little.

SS Oyster · 16 November 2018, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric-London

Thanks guys.
Out of my GMT’s, the Batman gets the most wear but not because it’s my favourite.

In order of my GMT favourites,
1) WG blue dial GMT
2) Full rosegold Rootbeer
3) Stick dial Pepsi (charming watch)
4) Coke T dial GMT
5) 2018 SS GMT
6) Batman

If I were asked to rank them, I think I would be exactly in the same order you specified. WG blue is incredible as are they all. For special occasions, I think I’d be wearing WG Pepsi in summer and RG Rootbeer in the winter.

As an aside, what are the black “louvers” in a couple of the WG Pepsi pics? Almost looks like a supercar hood or side vents like in 911 GT2 RS.

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Jojoshop · 16 November 2018, 02:52 AM

Beautiful pics, can’t wait for mine. Hopefully soon.

SS Oyester - Seeing WG Blue dial number 1 on your list is just confirmation I made the right choice. And nice collection by the way

42itus · 16 November 2018, 03:30 AM

Wow! Great pics and beautiful collection.

101031-28 · 16 November 2018, 03:42 AM

Very nice collection! Love the blue dial WG GMT

droptopman · 16 November 2018, 04:54 AM

Awesome pics and outstanding collection. But hey, no 1675?

roro · 16 November 2018, 10:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric-London

Thanks guys.
Out of my GMT’s, the Batman gets the most wear but not because it’s my favourite.

In order of my GMT favourites,
1) WG blue dial GMT
2) Full rosegold Rootbeer
3) Stick dial Pepsi (charming watch)
4) Coke T dial GMT
5) 2018 SS GMT
6) Batman

So you wear your least favorite watch the most? Is that so the other get less wear and tear? I would love to have a Batman as my beater watch

I just acquired a stick dial Pepsi myself. Its a D serial so it should be the first generation of this variant. Although the stick dial has had its share of debate around here, I think it does add a little something from a collector's point of view. Interesting that you ranked it as the best stainless steel variant. For me, it is the ultimate GMT package. Just love how the bezel colors pop, the slender lugs meet the bracelet, and the understated dial and hands. Sporty and elegant at the same time with what I consider to be a most useful complication. A true classic and quintessential Rolex.

But that blue dial GMT is now calling to me. Damn you Eric!

Boaters · 16 November 2018, 10:36 PM

Blue dial wins for me beautiful pics Eric

brandrea · 16 November 2018, 10:43 PM

Fantastic pictures

You really did capture the dial well, thank you for posting

m j b · 16 November 2018, 11:24 PM

Nice pics, great collection. But me too, confused: why wear the most your least favorite?

VicLeChic · 17 November 2018, 10:30 PM

Really liking that subdued blue dial, looks fantastic, it's a nice change from the black dial.

Etschell · 17 November 2018, 10:36 PM

You are the gmt master that is for sure

16 November 2018, 12:46 AM	#1
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Blue dial white gold GMT picture request. Here they are. Jeffreyc87 requested more pictures of my blue dial white gold GMT so here goes. I took most of these pictures when I first picked the piece up. It was born with a blue dial (not a swap out). The blue dial varies in tone depending on the light. Definitely up there in my top five fave watches I own. Direct sunlight on the dial really makes the blue pop. Dial almost looks black here. For comparison black dial GMT And a recently purchased (like new) older school GMT

16 November 2018, 03:42 AM	#20
101031-28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: 1665 Posts: 4,741	Very nice collection! Love the blue dial WG GMT __________________ He could not just wear a watch. It had to be a Rolex. Ian Fleming

16 November 2018, 04:54 AM	#21
droptopman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Mark Location: Washington State Watch: SUBS and GMT's! Posts: 9,664	Awesome pics and outstanding collection. But hey, no 1675? __________________ Judge Smails: Ty, what did you shoot today? Ty: Oh, Judge, I don't keep score. Judge Smails: Then how do you measure yourself with other golfers? Ty: By height.

16 November 2018, 11:24 PM	#25
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,092	Nice pics, great collection. But me too, confused: why wear the most your least favorite? __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

17 November 2018, 10:36 PM	#27
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	You are the gmt master that is for sure __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

16 November 2018, 12:54 AM	#2
Duey 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Duey Location: Maui Watch: Too Many To List Posts: 3,575	Nice Pictures - That blue is soft and not in your face

16 November 2018, 12:57 AM	#3
epc2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: florida Watch: 116610LV,Pam etc. Posts: 1,310	That's a beautiful dial , and Wow what a nice GMT collection , Awesome.

16 November 2018, 01:00 AM	#4
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	I think I just died and went to GMT heaven!

16 November 2018, 01:03 AM	#5
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,485	Nice GMT collection! Like the blue dial, but sticking to black with mine

16 November 2018, 01:04 AM	#6
Mystro 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: The Mystro ;) Location: Central Pa. Posts: 14,708	Outstanding.

16 November 2018, 01:08 AM	#7
T01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: T Location: AZ, NV, CA Posts: 6,481	Great collection!

16 November 2018, 01:32 AM	#8
Jeffreyc87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Earth Posts: 369	Thanks so much for taking time out to do this! Amazing models and absolutely stunning photos...thanks so much!

16 November 2018, 01:51 AM	#9
maximus1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: Don Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 370	Great pictures and very nice collection. Thanks for sharing

16 November 2018, 02:00 AM	#10
BzKneez "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: toronto Posts: 503	Hands down I think the blue dial, white gold is the best option in GMT watches. What's your favorite?

16 November 2018, 02:11 AM	#12
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,211	Nice pics!

16 November 2018, 02:24 AM	#13
roro "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Kayvan Location: Paris Watch: Explorer II 216570 Posts: 195	Great pics. It seems like you have a slight GMT addiction (as do I) You've got just about every desirable modern GMT out there (save for the Tudor). I was lucky enough to have seen and tried the blue dial GMT at an AD. It is indeed a lovely watch and the blue dial has a matte aspect to it that changes in different lighting that gives it a unique aesthetic. The weight of the gold on the wrist is also quite impressive. Hats off on having built such a nice collection!

16 November 2018, 02:26 AM	#14
Eric-London "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: London Posts: 1,060	Thanks guys. Out of my GMT’s, the Batman gets the most wear but not because it’s my favourite. In order of my GMT favourites, 1) WG blue dial GMT 2) Full rosegold Rootbeer 3) Stick dial Pepsi (charming watch) 4) Coke T dial GMT 5) 2018 SS GMT 6) Batman

16 November 2018, 02:30 AM	#15
roro "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Kayvan Location: Paris Watch: Explorer II 216570 Posts: 195	Great pics. It seems like you have a slight GMT addiction (as do I) You've got just about every desirable modern GMT out there (save for the Tudor). I was lucky enough to have seen and tried the blue dial GMT at an AD. The weight of the gold on the wrist is impressive. It is indeed a lovely watch and the blue dial has a matte aspect to it that changes in different lighting as you've pointed out. That gives this watch a unique aesthetic. I think this Rolex made a great choice with the blue dial to distinguish this version from the steel Pepsi. Hats off on having built such a nice collection!

16 November 2018, 02:35 AM	#16
Rashid.bk "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Dallas Watch: 12800ft = 3900m Posts: 11,172	So it's safe to assume you may like GMTs a little.

16 November 2018, 02:52 AM	#18
Jojoshop "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Real Name: Jim Location: LA Watch: BLNR Posts: 492	Beautiful pics, can’t wait for mine. Hopefully soon. SS Oyester - Seeing WG Blue dial number 1 on your list is just confirmation I made the right choice. And nice collection by the way

16 November 2018, 03:30 AM	#19
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Wow! Great pics and beautiful collection.

16 November 2018, 10:36 PM	#23
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	Blue dial wins for me beautiful pics Eric

16 November 2018, 10:43 PM	#24
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,652	Fantastic pictures You really did capture the dial well, thank you for posting

17 November 2018, 10:30 PM	#26
VicLeChic Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Victor Location: Spain Watch: YM 116622 - SD43 Posts: 2,598	Really liking that subdued blue dial, looks fantastic, it's a nice change from the black dial.

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