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theflywrist · 18 October 2017, 08:09 AM

Hey guys!
Happy to have finally acquired a really pristine example of a 16710!

I am convinced that this is THE perfect reference to own.
I owned and loved the BLNR for a long time, and it in fact was my very first watch, however once I ventured the vintage market, I could not get past the size of the lugs and case on the BLNR. I gradually, slowly but surely, lost interest in wearing the BLNR, and sold it to my very close friend.
I still think it is a beautiful watch nevertheless. I just couldn't look past the charm of the smaller cases as well as overall wearability.

After buying a few more vintage watches, which I still enjoy and wear very often, I decided that I need one watch that will fit the best of both worlds.
I loved the size and design of the old cases, however I needed to practicality of a modern watch. I wanted to be able to tell time at night, or not to stress about wearing my watch under the water (something I tend to wary of with vintage watches).
Coupled with the fact that I am a Pilot, I figure the 16710 would be the best idea.
My 1675 is more of a retired Pilot's watch now.

After quite a bit of a hunt, I have found a full set and really stunning 16710.

I will enjoy my older models when I am back from work, however this 16710 is likely the watch that will go to work with me everyday.

Thanks for reading!

Some pictures

theflywrist · 18 October 2017, 08:13 AM

And lastly, a picture of my retired 1675

springer · 18 October 2017, 08:29 AM

Nice pair - enjoy your GMTs.

SemperFi · 18 October 2017, 08:34 AM

That’s a beauty. Congratulations!

mps354 · 18 October 2017, 08:36 AM

Congrats! Beautiful watch

theflywrist · 18 October 2017, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by springer

Nice pair - enjoy your GMTs.

Thanks John! So glad I had taken your advice on the 1675 a year ago and purchased it. How times have changed in such a short time!!

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Originally Posted by SemperFi

That’s a beauty. Congratulations!

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Originally Posted by mps354

Congrats! Beautiful watch

Thank you gents!

itsjknight · 18 October 2017, 08:45 AM

Awesome watch! Makes me miss mine!

Colin10101 · 18 October 2017, 08:47 AM

Nice watch! Having owned a 16710 as my only watch for the last year and a half, I can comfortably say it is the only one you'll need!

CharlesGenta · 18 October 2017, 08:49 AM

Totally agree. I just sold my BLNR and recently acquired a 16710 to replace it. No regrets. Love the more traditional/original case and dial design. Enjoy!

Sarosh · 18 October 2017, 08:49 AM

That's a keeper! Stunning watch

CharlesGenta · 18 October 2017, 08:50 AM

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nick c · 18 October 2017, 08:51 AM

Congrats!

Duc-904 · 18 October 2017, 08:54 AM

Beautiful! Congrats!!

rmlovett1 · 18 October 2017, 08:55 AM

Excellent! Congratulations!

Karle12 · 18 October 2017, 08:56 AM

Beautiful watch, congrats

theflywrist · 18 October 2017, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by itsjknight

Awesome watch! Makes me miss mine!

Thanks man!

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Originally Posted by Colin10101

Nice watch! Having owned a 16710 as my only watch for the last year and a half, I can comfortably say it is the only one you'll need!

Indeed. I do plan to pick up a "coke" insert to mix it up a bit.

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Originally Posted by CharlesGenta

Totally agree. I just sold my BLNR and recently acquired a 16710 to replace it. No regrets. Love the more traditional/original case and dial design. Enjoy!

Congrats to you too then! Thanks

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Originally Posted by Sarosh

That's a keeper! Stunning watch

Thanks buddy

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Originally Posted by CharlesGenta

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Beauty! Wear in best health

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Originally Posted by nick c

Congrats!

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Originally Posted by Duc-904

Beautiful! Congrats!!

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Originally Posted by Richris1

Excellent! Congratulations!

Thanks gents.

Sarosh · 18 October 2017, 08:59 AM

It's so difficult to come across such mint ones. I came across a mint 5 digit GMT coke when I was on holiday in wales at a jeweller selling it pre-owned. Wanted £8.5k box papers. Wife said no. Can't argue. Lol

Steph-paul · 18 October 2017, 09:06 AM

Big congrats!
The 16710 was my first Rolex bought new in 2002 still have, one my preferred 5 digits wear it on regular base, love it.
Your 1675 is very sweet.

ejvette · 18 October 2017, 09:11 AM

Sweet!

sickened1 · 18 October 2017, 09:17 AM

Congrats!

Fmnunes2803 · 18 October 2017, 09:20 AM

True beauty. Congrats

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JManuel · 18 October 2017, 09:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theflywrist

And lastly, a picture of my retired 1675

Retired? Nonsense ! Its a great watch

Gratz on both sir !

theflywrist · 18 October 2017, 09:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steph-paul

Big congrats!
The 16710 was my first Rolex bought new in 2002 still have, one my preferred 5 digits wear it on regular base, love it.
Your 1675 is very sweet.

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Originally Posted by ejvette

Sweet!

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Originally Posted by sickened1

Congrats!

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Originally Posted by Fmnunes2803

True beauty. Congrats

Thanks gentlemen. Appreciate it!

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Originally Posted by JManuel

Retired? Nonsense ! Its a great watch

Gratz on both sir !

Thank you. Maybe I just needed an excuse to buy another GMT.

CharlesGenta · 18 October 2017, 09:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theflywrist

And lastly, a picture of my retired 1675

Someday... the 1675 as well for me.

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PLNYC · 18 October 2017, 09:32 AM

Amazing pairs! Once I acquire a daytonaC, that will be my next piece

The Libertine · 18 October 2017, 09:35 AM

AJM914 · 18 October 2017, 09:44 AM

Congrats looks great!

Chewbacca · 18 October 2017, 09:52 AM

Looks good!

dbhak22 · 18 October 2017, 09:53 AM

Well done! Thanks for sharing, I find many friends/folks I talk watches with eventually come to the same conclusion(s) you have. You found yourself a beautiful/exceptional example and sounds like even though the condition is top notch, you'll be wearing it every day which is even better! CONGRATS!

watchwatcher · 18 October 2017, 10:35 AM

Whoa...that is a nice example.

And that 1675...wow.

18 October 2017, 08:09 AM	#1
theflywrist "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Stratosphere Posts: 1,990	Incoming 16710 Pepsi! Hey guys! Happy to have finally acquired a really pristine example of a 16710! I am convinced that this is THE perfect reference to own. I owned and loved the BLNR for a long time, and it in fact was my very first watch, however once I ventured the vintage market, I could not get past the size of the lugs and case on the BLNR. I gradually, slowly but surely, lost interest in wearing the BLNR, and sold it to my very close friend. I still think it is a beautiful watch nevertheless. I just couldn't look past the charm of the smaller cases as well as overall wearability. After buying a few more vintage watches, which I still enjoy and wear very often, I decided that I need one watch that will fit the best of both worlds. I loved the size and design of the old cases, however I needed to practicality of a modern watch. I wanted to be able to tell time at night, or not to stress about wearing my watch under the water (something I tend to wary of with vintage watches). Coupled with the fact that I am a Pilot, I figure the 16710 would be the best idea. My 1675 is more of a retired Pilot's watch now. After quite a bit of a hunt, I have found a full set and really stunning 16710. I will enjoy my older models when I am back from work, however this 16710 is likely the watch that will go to work with me everyday. Thanks for reading! Some pictures

18 October 2017, 08:13 AM	#2
theflywrist "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Stratosphere Posts: 1,990	Incoming 16710 Pepsi! And lastly, a picture of my retired 1675

18 October 2017, 08:29 AM	#3
springer 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,197	Nice pair - enjoy your GMTs. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

18 October 2017, 08:34 AM	#4
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	That’s a beauty. Congratulations! __________________ Rolex Submariner Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Tudor Black Bay 58 Blue Tudor Ranger 79910 Nomos Club Datum 733 Nomos Metro 38 Stowa Flieger Classic 40 * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

18 October 2017, 08:47 AM	#8
Colin10101 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Colin Location: Toronto Watch: 16710 Posts: 1,336	Nice watch! Having owned a 16710 as my only watch for the last year and a half, I can comfortably say it is the only one you'll need! __________________ Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 "Z" Serial COKE Montblanc 1858 Iced Sea *BLACK*

18 October 2017, 08:36 AM	#5
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,972	Congrats! Beautiful watch

18 October 2017, 08:45 AM	#7
itsjknight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Virginia Posts: 353	Awesome watch! Makes me miss mine!

18 October 2017, 08:49 AM	#9
CharlesGenta "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Seattle Watch: Red Sub 1680 Posts: 345	Totally agree. I just sold my BLNR and recently acquired a 16710 to replace it. No regrets. Love the more traditional/original case and dial design. Enjoy!

18 October 2017, 08:49 AM	#10
Sarosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Watch: BLNR Posts: 2,218	That's a keeper! Stunning watch

18 October 2017, 08:50 AM	#11
CharlesGenta "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Seattle Watch: Red Sub 1680 Posts: 345	Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 October 2017, 08:51 AM	#12
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Congrats!

18 October 2017, 08:54 AM	#13
Duc-904 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Jesse Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 1,001	Beautiful! Congrats!!

18 October 2017, 08:55 AM	#14
rmlovett1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Richard Location: GA Watch: YTBD Posts: 22,509	Excellent! Congratulations!

18 October 2017, 08:56 AM	#15
Karle12 Banned Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: United States Watch: Rolex, Omega, etc Posts: 118	Beautiful watch, congrats

18 October 2017, 08:59 AM	#17
Sarosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: London Watch: BLNR Posts: 2,218	It's so difficult to come across such mint ones. I came across a mint 5 digit GMT coke when I was on holiday in wales at a jeweller selling it pre-owned. Wanted £8.5k box papers. Wife said no. Can't argue. Lol

18 October 2017, 09:06 AM	#18
Steph-paul "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Northeast Posts: 430	Big congrats! The 16710 was my first Rolex bought new in 2002 still have, one my preferred 5 digits wear it on regular base, love it. Your 1675 is very sweet.

18 October 2017, 09:11 AM	#19
ejvette 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,495	Sweet! __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko "The only difference between crazy and eccentric is the size of ones bank account" Anonymous * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

18 October 2017, 09:17 AM	#20
sickened1 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: SoCal Watch: ugiveiswatchuget Posts: 8,962	Congrats!

18 October 2017, 09:20 AM	#21
Fmnunes2803 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 987	True beauty. Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

18 October 2017, 09:32 AM	#25
PLNYC "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 1,683	Amazing pairs! Once I acquire a daytonaC, that will be my next piece __________________

18 October 2017, 09:35 AM	#26
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375

18 October 2017, 09:44 AM	#27
AJM914 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: AJ Location: NY Watch: ♕ Posts: 6,761	Congrats looks great! __________________

18 October 2017, 09:52 AM	#28
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	Looks good!

18 October 2017, 09:53 AM	#29
dbhak22 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Daniel Location: PNW Watch: ♛ Posts: 2,960	Well done! Thanks for sharing, I find many friends/folks I talk watches with eventually come to the same conclusion(s) you have. You found yourself a beautiful/exceptional example and sounds like even though the condition is top notch, you'll be wearing it every day which is even better! CONGRATS! __________________ GMT II (16710) \| Explorer I (1016) \| Datejust I (116234) \| Submariner (1680) \| Day-Date (1803) \| Royal Oak (25594) \| FOIS (2998 spec) \| Submariner (16808)

18 October 2017, 10:35 AM	#30
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,479	Whoa...that is a nice example. And that 1675...wow.

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