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77T · 27 March 2018, 11:20 AM

Sorry for lousy pictures - shot it off my TV while watching the show just now. Season22/Episode9. Saw this and thought the story was unbelievable.

Guy takes this off his wrist at the show - gifted by his uncle in 1975 - over 40 years ago. Guy never knew about Rolex but wore it almost daily since then.

His wrist gives good evidence...

2 years ago the Rolex dealer told him if he serviced it, they would replace the dial

So he went to an indy for service.

It is from 1963-64 per s/n - early gilt underline dial per the appraiser, Peter Planes, from Royce Estate Buyers in Palm Beach, FL.

Would be worth $10-12K if he had it serviced by Rolex with replaced dial and bezel insert.

But in this current untouched original condition, worth $50K retail as long as he doesn’t touch it. And if the dial had not oxidized so much and was perfect it would have fetched upwards of $100K

“Good Grief” said the guy.

I think the indy watchmaker may have replaced the date wheel because it is so white.

Just sharing so you know what to buy next

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august1410 · 27 March 2018, 11:22 AM

Just saw that myself. Your pics are better than mine. I did get the final valuation on video on my phone.

G.D.BeanCounter · 27 March 2018, 11:25 AM

roadie1 · 27 March 2018, 11:28 AM

Wow that’s amazing!

SPMN · 27 March 2018, 11:40 AM

Fantastic! I love that the thing doesn’t come off his wrist. I hope he continues to wear it.

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Duc5150 · 27 March 2018, 11:54 AM

Very cool thanks for posting!

Valhala · 27 March 2018, 11:56 AM

Wow thats a very nice gmt

etp095 · 27 March 2018, 11:59 AM

I watched it too, very cool watch! @ $50k, he might be tempted. Vintage Gmt's are hot!

kaien · 27 March 2018, 12:00 PM

Not hating on the idea of the history behind the watch, but I couldn't see myself ever paying $50K, let alone $100K for a watch in this condition.

I'm trying, but I don't understand. What am I missing?

77T · 27 March 2018, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaien

Not hating on the idea of the history behind the watch, but I couldn't see myself ever paying $50K, let alone $100K for a watch in this condition.

I'm trying, but I don't understand. What am I missing?

Your POV is very close to mine. Only a collector with plenty of other options would want this one because of its uniqueness.

The owner wants it because of his uncle’s legacy (his uncle passed a couple of years ago).

I’m restoring my Dad’s Omega for my younger brother to keep and pass down. I’m refinishing the dial - you can see why...

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mmmmp · 27 March 2018, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Sorry for lousy pictures - shot it off my TV while watching the show just now. Season22/Episode9. Saw this and thought the story was unbelievable.

Guy takes this off his wrist at the show - gifted by his uncle in 1975 - over 40 years ago. Guy never knew about Rolex but wore it almost daily since then.

His wrist gives good evidence...

2 years ago the Rolex dealer told him if he serviced it, they would replace the dial

So he went to an indy for service.

It is from 1963-64 per s/n - early gilt underline dial per the appraiser, Peter Planes, from Royce Estate Buyers in Palm Beach, FL.

Would be worth $10-12K if he had it serviced by Rolex with replaced dial and bezel insert.

But in this current untouched original condition, worth $50K retail as long as he doesn’t touch it. And if the dial had not oxidized so much and was perfect it would have fetched upwards of $100K

“Good Grief” said the guy.

I think the indy watchmaker may have replaced the date wheel because it is so white.

Just sharing so you know what to buy next

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Appreciate the post! Was gonna watch it last night but got sidetracked.

Mark

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kaien · 27 March 2018, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Your POV is very close to mine. Only a collector with plenty of other options would want this one because of its uniqueness.

The owner wants it because of his uncle’s legacy (his uncle passed a couple of years ago).

I’m restoring my Dad’s Omega for my younger brother to keep and pass down. I’m refinishing the dial - you can see why...

Yeap, I totally get if it belonged to someone of significance in my life. That makes total sense.

And, I agree with you about it being something a collector would take on.

Good points.

101031-28 · 27 March 2018, 01:39 PM

Very cool story, thank you for sharing.. Wish I still had mine, traded a few years back toward a green 116718

THC · 27 March 2018, 08:42 PM

Saw this segment.. towards the end I was saying to myself 35k 35k, but ended up being 50k due to everyday wear... as mentioned above, if a safe queen all those years, 100k

No box and papers were discussed though, lol

GMT Aviator · 27 March 2018, 08:47 PM

It's madness. The watch is a wreck.

77T · 27 March 2018, 10:02 PM

In the TRF Vintage Section, Andrew posted a link to the episode if you hadn’t seen it last night.

Just sharing it for you Pepsi lovers who wonder if yours might be worth a bit more in 40 years.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ahantel

Enjoy the video, the appraisal starts at 46:25.

Andrew

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/wat...-louis-hour-3/

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Brandon. · 27 March 2018, 10:22 PM

Love the old GMTs

Widows Son · 28 March 2018, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Your POV is very close to mine. Only a collector with plenty of other options would want this one because of its uniqueness.

The owner wants it because of his uncle’s legacy (his uncle passed a couple of years ago).

I’m restoring my Dad’s Omega for my younger brother to keep and pass down. I’m refinishing the dial - you can see why...

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You may want to source a dial on ebay and get that one refinished. Then take your dad's and store it away.

TEMPUSKING · 28 March 2018, 12:29 AM

wow that is amazing

schoolboy · 28 March 2018, 12:45 AM

This is surely going to make the new Pepsi that much harder to get no?

colemanitis · 28 March 2018, 01:11 AM

I need to track this episode down. What a watch!

BNA/LION · 28 March 2018, 02:01 AM

Nice! I bet he put in back on and it will never come off his wrist again.

jaisonline · 28 March 2018, 08:31 AM

Here is the link to watch the video. Skip to the. 46:23 mark to watch the Tiffany GMT Segment.

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/wat...-louis-hour-3/

RightYouAreKen · 28 March 2018, 01:38 PM

Really cool, just watched it tonight on TiVo. Anyone notice the movement skipping significantly? Wonder what kinda time it keeps now.

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No SUBctitute · 28 March 2018, 01:58 PM

Super cool! Thanks for sharing!

havingagoodtime · 28 March 2018, 03:52 PM

Very cool story! How about that sub at 4:39? 😁 still watching the episode so maybe I’ll spot more.

Springfield · 1 April 2018, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RightYouAreKen

Really cool, just watched it tonight on TiVo. Anyone notice the movement skipping significantly? Wonder what kinda time it keeps now.

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I noticed the awkward seconds sweep too.

Cato · 1 April 2018, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMT Aviator

It's madness. The watch is a wreck.

Well put.

I can appreciate vintage if it’s minty.

I’d take the 50k and get something in PM, SS, AND take a vacation.

Valhala · 1 April 2018, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cato

well put.

I can appreciate vintage if it’s minty.

I’d take the 50k and get something in pm, ss, and take a vacation.

x2

27 March 2018, 11:20 AM	#1
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,725	Antiques Roadshow Tiffany Dialed Original Pepsi GMT Sorry for lousy pictures - shot it off my TV while watching the show just now. Season22/Episode9. Saw this and thought the story was unbelievable. Guy takes this off his wrist at the show - gifted by his uncle in 1975 - over 40 years ago. Guy never knew about Rolex but wore it almost daily since then. His wrist gives good evidence... 2 years ago the Rolex dealer told him if he serviced it, they would replace the dial So he went to an indy for service. It is from 1963-64 per s/n - early gilt underline dial per the appraiser, Peter Planes, from Royce Estate Buyers in Palm Beach, FL. Would be worth $10-12K if he had it serviced by Rolex with replaced dial and bezel insert. But in this current untouched original condition, worth $50K retail as long as he doesn’t touch it. And if the dial had not oxidized so much and was perfect it would have fetched upwards of $100K “Good Grief” said the guy. I think the indy watchmaker may have replaced the date wheel because it is so white. Just sharing so you know what to buy next Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

27 March 2018, 11:22 AM	#2
august1410 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Real Name: Joe Location: North Carolina Watch: 1983 15003 Posts: 626	Just saw that myself. Your pics are better than mine. I did get the final valuation on video on my phone. __________________ “The timid man yearns for full value and asks for a tenth. The bold man strikes for double value and compromises on par.” - Mark Twain

27 March 2018, 11:59 AM	#8
etp095 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: rudolph Location: chicago burbs Posts: 2,026	I watched it too, very cool watch! @ $50k, he might be tempted. Vintage Gmt's are hot! __________________ tt date circa 69' 5513 circa 81' ss sub w/date (z) pepsi gmt for dad(D) polar expy II(z) 1675 gmt circa 68' ladies datejust on jubilee for mom (z) sea dweller16600(M) SS Sub-C(g) Omega Planet Ocean,45.5 on mesh(2500D)

28 March 2018, 01:11 AM	#21
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I need to track this episode down. What a watch! __________________ Member #471

28 March 2018, 02:01 AM	#22
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,206	Nice! I bet he put in back on and it will never come off his wrist again. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

27 March 2018, 11:25 AM	#3
G.D.BeanCounter Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: USA Watch: Sky DayDate 2 Posts: 1,317

27 March 2018, 11:28 AM	#4
roadie1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southeast Watch: Divers, GMT Posts: 2,144	Wow that’s amazing!

27 March 2018, 11:40 AM	#5
SPMN "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: St Paul, MN Watch: Tudor, Omega Posts: 1,218	Fantastic! I love that the thing doesn’t come off his wrist. I hope he continues to wear it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

27 March 2018, 11:54 AM	#6
Duc5150 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: TB Location: West Coast Posts: 339	Very cool thanks for posting!

27 March 2018, 11:56 AM	#7
Valhala Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Earth Posts: 419	Wow thats a very nice gmt

27 March 2018, 12:00 PM	#9
kaien "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: DC Metro Area Posts: 146	Not hating on the idea of the history behind the watch, but I couldn't see myself ever paying $50K, let alone $100K for a watch in this condition. I'm trying, but I don't understand. What am I missing?

27 March 2018, 08:42 PM	#14
THC 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Tom Location: Mandeville La Watch: 16610M Posts: 10,484	Saw this segment.. towards the end I was saying to myself 35k 35k, but ended up being 50k due to everyday wear... as mentioned above, if a safe queen all those years, 100k No box and papers were discussed though, lol

27 March 2018, 08:47 PM	#15
GMT Aviator 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: London Posts: 3,276	It's madness. The watch is a wreck.

27 March 2018, 10:22 PM	#17
Brandon. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Virginia Watch: 116610LN 2018 Posts: 12	Love the old GMTs

28 March 2018, 12:29 AM	#19
TEMPUSKING "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: UK Posts: 13	wow that is amazing

28 March 2018, 12:45 AM	#20
schoolboy Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Real Name: Jesus Location: Texas Watch: 116234 Posts: 8,721	This is surely going to make the new Pepsi that much harder to get no?

28 March 2018, 08:31 AM	#23
jaisonline 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: USA Watch: 5 digit models Posts: 1,515	Here is the link to watch the video. Skip to the. 46:23 mark to watch the Tiffany GMT Segment. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/roadshow/wat...-louis-hour-3/

28 March 2018, 01:38 PM	#24
RightYouAreKen "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 57	Really cool, just watched it tonight on TiVo. Anyone notice the movement skipping significantly? Wonder what kinda time it keeps now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 March 2018, 01:58 PM	#25
No SUBctitute "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,761	Super cool! Thanks for sharing!

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