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[ikeo1]

I'm looking at two different GMT Masters one from 1980 matte dial vs a 1989 Version in better overall condition for roughly the same price. I'm kinda torn between the two.

Which do you guys think is the better buy and why? The 1980's version doesn't look bad

Here are a couple of pics:
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The 1989 version is practically new. Appreciate any insight or advice.

[Im Lauf der Zeit]

"Practically new" vs. "doesn't look bad" sounds like you may have answered your own question... BTW, luminova service dials on both?

[ikeo1]

Thanks.. I was actually wondering about that.. The dial and the hands don't have the usual patina I'm used to seeing on these models.. Does anything else look off? Both pics are of the 80's GMT

And I didn't answer my question just yet, still going back and forth. I don't mind a little used if it makes sense, but my judgement might not be as keen as some of the more experienced people here.

[omitohud]

Between the two I would choose the 89 due to the fact that the 80 has a service dial. Personally I wouldnt get either one n wait for a matte dial in nice condition. They r out there be patient.


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[ikeo1]

Originally Posted by omitohud

Between the two I would choose the 89 due to the fact that the 80 has a service dial. Personally I wouldnt get either one n wait for a matte dial in nice condition. They r out there be patient.


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Thanks for the advice. I think I'll pass on the current set. Only thing is nice ones usually go in the 6.5k-7.5k and I have an even tougher time vs. new at that price point..

I didn't realize that was a service dial or the line hands

[pdoukas]

I can't tell but the insert appears wrong. The 2s have that over extended loop looking thing going on. Maybe the angle of the pic def a luminova service dial on a 16750 is a no go for me

[EEParker]

Would be nice to see the 1989 version, but to me they are very different watches. Matte dial has a different look, obviously, and the 1989 should have white gold surrounds around the plots. Most people prefer one or the other, so you should decide which side you fall on with that.

In LA you can get some good looking 1675/16750s usually at Wanna Buy a Watch on Melrose. And there are plenty of good options here on TRF or through sellers like HQ Milton.

I'd stay away from one with a re-done dial.

[springer]

Here is what you have based on my observations. Both have aftermarket inserts, which isn't a major deal breaker since inserts are easy to source.

Both matte dials are service dials which were not used on 16750s during the 1980s. The service dials for 16750s would have gold surround marker service dials. The dials in the photos appear to be GMT 1675 service dials. Additionally, 1989 is too late for a GMT 16750.

I think both watches might be 1675 GMTs wearing service dials. Would the OP please list the serial numbers to properly date the watches.

[ikeo1]

Sorry guys both pics above are of the same watch.. I understand the last year of the 16750 was in 1988 which this might as well just sold in 89.

Thanks for the hint at Melrose.

This is the other one.

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[omitohud]

Originally Posted by ikeo1

Thanks for the advice. I think I'll pass on the current set. Only thing is nice ones usually go in the 6.5k-7.5k and I have an even tougher time vs. new at that price point..

I didn't realize that was a service dial or the line hands

I stand by my original post. The 89 is as good as it gets. If you like it n the price is right, I don't think u can go wrong. But I prefer older ones with no gold surround.

Btw, is that the actual picture of the 89 watch? The crown seems to "sit" on top of the crown guards.


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[ikeo1]

Supposedly it's a picture of the same one... Price is decent.. I'll keep hunting for now.. Thank you all for ur input