Opinions on pepsi GMT 16750

[Baksken13]

Hi everyone,

The question is in the thread. I was initially looking for a 16700 but found this 16750 which i honestly prefer with the font of the dial.

From a newbie’s point of view the parts look all correct and original. The case and bracelet does not seem to be excessively polished.

Curious to read what you guys think?

Thanks a lot

[Baksken13]

Here are the rest of the pictures

[rolstaff]

Its a nice watch.

But: Dial is a later one. Serial 837xxxx should have a matte dial......

[off]

That one looks solid. I'm cross-referencing other members here, but that serial is close to the cut-over to the WG indices and glossy dial. So it could have started as a MK1 matte dial and then with a later service changed to the newer dial.

Folks here will say the matte is more desirable, which is true from a market standpoint. It's really a preference, some like the matte for the tool watch vibe and the glossy for the more luxurious look.

[rolstaff]

Originally Posted by off

That one looks solid. I'm cross-referencing other members here, but that serial is close to the cut-over to the WG indices and glossy dial.

Sorry, but that is not right. Glossy dials started at 8.4xxxxx mio serial, beginning with a "no date" dial.

This "date" dial is too late....

[off]

Originally Posted by rolstaff

Sorry, but that is not right. Glossy dials started at 8.4xxxxx mio serial, beginning with a "no date" dial.

This "date" dial is too late....

Thanks for the correction!

[rolstaff]

Welcome

[lee fowler]

Originally Posted by rolstaff

Sorry, but that is not right. Glossy dials started at 8.4xxxxx mio serial, beginning with a "no date" dial.

This "date" dial is too late....

Yes 100% correct.

[Baksken13]

Ok thanks but besides that no alarm bells?

[rolstaff]

Isn't it enough ?

I would not prefer a vintage watch with a not period correct dial....

[off]

There’s nothing wrong with that service dial, it’s your call if you accept it as such. Just needs to be priced appropriately.


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[Baksken13]

Originally Posted by rolstaff

Isn't it enough ?

I would not prefer a vintage watch with a not period correct dial....

I get your point but I would have thought this was something very common (i.e. in the 80’s a lot of these were replaced after a rolex service)

[lee fowler]

Originally Posted by Baksken13

I get your point but I would have thought this was something very common (i.e. in the 80’s a lot of these were replaced after a rolex service)

It is and personally I would like the watch to be all correct, not mint just correct. If you like the watch and the price, buy it and wear the hell out of it!

[rolstaff]

Yes, that's right. Many of them were replaced after a service. Off is also correct. If it´s priced appropriately, it can be accepted.

But there are many many correct 16750´s out there and I would spend a bit more money and prefer a complete period correct vintage.

Just my 2 cents


Edit: Lee was faster... :-))

[Baksken13]

Thanks yours.

He is asking 7200€... a fair price or too much?

[John Ireland]

Never liked them. Prefer solid black insert.

[Dr Z]

I am looking at a Pepsi 16710 with a SWISS MADE service Dial....otherwise perfect watch with no wear at all...asking price $7900.....how much Should I askoff the asking price?
Thanks

[springer]

Originally Posted by Dr Z

I am looking at a Pepsi 16710 with a SWISS MADE service Dial....otherwise perfect watch with no wear at all...asking price $7900.....how much Should I askoff the asking price?
Thanks

To properly price a dial, one must know what year the watch is based on the serial number.

[Dr Z]

It is an L series 451XXX.....produced in 1989...

[frequentflyer]

Mine is an 8.36mil