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Zweig · 17 July 2015, 01:47 AM

Hi,

I purchased a GMT Master 16710 a few months ago.
I like it a lot but a tenacious little voice in my head keeps whispering me that i've got the wrong GMT on my wrist.
Since i got into Rolex, i have only eyes for vintage Rolexes, especially the 1675.
My dream combo is: 1675 & 1680.

My question is: should i trade my 16710 for a 1675 ?
If someone went that route or the opposite way, please share your experience.
Dissuade me or encourage me.
I HATE WG surrounds and sapphire but i LOVE the 3185 movement.

Thank you

MitchSteel · 17 July 2015, 01:57 AM

That is a very tough question to answer.....for me at least.

However, I've owned both, and I still have my 1675.
You'll hear guys say, get them both, but I do realize it's not always possible.Id choose vintage 1675, but that's just me

jdmi32 · 17 July 2015, 02:04 AM

Get the 1675. Then get the 1680. I do appreciate the 16710 but matte dial and plexi is a hard combo to beat.

No discouragement from me at all...

Zweig · 17 July 2015, 02:16 AM

Gorgeous pics jdmi32 !

Mitch, i'm also a big fan of Tintin !

Thank you guys

joe100 · 17 July 2015, 03:13 AM

It's the perfect pair really. Two of my favorites!

brandrea · 17 July 2015, 03:27 AM

I'd do it, especially if you're into vintage

Tools · 17 July 2015, 03:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zweig

. . .
I HATE WG surrounds and sapphire but i LOVE the 3185 movement.

Thank you

You can have one or the other, but not both.. All 3185 movements will have surrounds and sapphire..

VinnieVegas · 17 July 2015, 04:29 AM

I love my 16710. I'd like to own the 1675 someday. But I wouldn't lose the 16710 for the 1675. I'd like both. That's just me.

springer · 17 July 2015, 06:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zweig

Hi,

I purchased a GMT Master 16710 a few months ago.
I like it a lot but a tenacious little voice in my head keeps whispering me that i've got the wrong GMT on my wrist.
Since i got into Rolex, i have only eyes for vintage Rolexes, especially the 1675.
My dream combo is: 1675 & 1680.

My question is: should i trade my 16710 for a 1675 ?
If someone went that route or the opposite way, please share your experience.
Dissuade me or encourage me.
I HATE WG surrounds and sapphire but i LOVE the 3185 movement.

Thank you

Based on your likes and dislikes, maybe you should look at the GMT 16750 matte dial which has the quick-set date feature. The 16750 looks like the 1675 model if you stay with the matte dial variation.

As far as trading, I would definitely do the trade - whether it be a 1675 or 16750.

Frosty · 17 July 2015, 06:56 AM

I find the combination of the 1675 and a Jubilee Bracelet very comfortable. I used to switch watches every week or so. Since, I got the 1675, it has been my daily wearer for months. Get the GMT 1675!

strafer_kid · 17 July 2015, 06:58 AM

Been there myself - had a 16700 but a few deals later landed a 1675. 1675 is a super looking watch and if you look around, you might land one though a good one will be pricey. The 16710 is arguably a bit more robust and more advanced etc but the 1675 really looks well, although you might be able to put the 16710 through a bit more....best of luck with your choice!

Wing Zero · 17 July 2015, 08:26 AM

well you're asking this in a vintage section of the forum.. so yes I'd go 1675

landroverking · 17 July 2015, 09:41 AM

For me in a heartbeat

mineral · 17 July 2015, 10:24 AM

I have 1675 and sold my 16710 many years ago and I still regret about this decision. I would suggest keep the 16710 and your love will develop after a while as 16710 is such versatile and reliable watch!

RC2 · 17 July 2015, 01:00 PM

I sold my 16710 and my brother in law bought it. Have a 1675. Would like to own a 16710 again someday

Smartyjones18 · 17 July 2015, 01:30 PM

Go Get it

RazorD · 17 July 2015, 07:45 PM

To me it would matter on the specifics of each model (condition, etc.), but all things equal, I'd go 1675.

Alex The Watch Guy · 18 July 2015, 10:10 PM

I own/ed all three models and they are all great watches. From your dislike of WG, 1675 seems to be a better fit. However, with recent price appreciation on 1675/0's, I would be a bit patient to strike the right deal.

swish77 · 18 July 2015, 11:34 PM

In theory, yes, of course, I'd do the trade, but it depends on condition. For example, I'd much rather have an unpolished 16710 with tritium dial/hands, than a beat-up, over-polished 1675.

Zweig · 19 July 2015, 07:59 AM

I'll do it. i'm just waiting for the right deal but it may take some time.
I'll buy a 1680 next year because i need a sub. After my ex 14060M and 16710, i think i'm done with modern Rolexes.
I heard from my dealer and several vintage collectors that Rolex will stop servicing these vintage pieces within a few years but i don't care.

omitohud · 19 July 2015, 01:23 PM

It's probably better u don't bring vintage to RSC anyway. There r many qualified watchmakers who can service them. If the watch is in good condition, I would choose 1675 over the later references.

I blame it on the autoconnect.

Janne2000 · 29 September 2015, 09:38 PM

How did it turn out? Did you flip it? Myself did the flip between a 16700 to a 1675 and boy do I really love the 1675. Couldn't stand the whitegold and that hard to keep clean crystal haha.

Janne2000 · 29 September 2015, 09:41 PM

My old 16700 and my "new" 1675
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watchcrank · 29 September 2015, 11:12 PM

1675's are perfect for daily wear. congrats,

sea-dweller · 2 October 2015, 02:02 PM

I'd do it!

Sam Crow · 2 October 2015, 03:05 PM

I also went from a 16700 to a 1675, but only because there were issues with my 16700 and I had to return it. My collection is mostly 5 digits, so the 16700 was a good fit. I enjoyed it and was sad to let it go. Of course, the 1675 is an icon and a beauty. I love the look of plexi crystal, but the downside is I'm a lot more careful with it. Just had it serviced, but still wouldn't feel comfortable swimming with it. The other downsides are no quickset date and no 904L steel. But those are minor shortcomings and I love the watch.

If I were you, I'd try to keep your 16710 and save up for a 1675. If your goal is to get a 1680, then yeah, the 1675 would be the perfect companion.

But going vintage - you're getting something really cool and fashionable, but you will lose a little robustness and practicality.

16700, "Trinity" gone but not forgotten.

1675, "Trinity Reloaded"

Swearengen · 2 October 2015, 06:14 PM

Having a 1680 and a 1675 in the stable I would think through just having non-quick-set date watches. If you decide to put one down and pick it up a couple of weeks later there is a lot of crown turning

I favour the 1675 over the 1680 for regular use, probably due to the perceived value of the red sub.

rolstaff · 3 October 2015, 02:30 AM

Just do it !!!

Porsche958 · 3 October 2015, 04:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swearengen

Having a 1680 and a 1675 in the stable I would think through just having non-quick-set date watches. If you decide to put one down and pick it up a couple of weeks later there is a lot of crown turning

I favour the 1675 over the 1680 for regular use, probably due to the perceived value of the red sub.

I have a 1680 and 1675, it's not that bad. I do not use winders either, sometime's I'll just wait until the day or near it rolls around and then I'll adjust the watch, but my 2 other modern pieces (Milgauss and Daytona) neither have a date, so I have an easy out if neither vintage pieces are anywhere close to the current date.

SLS · 3 October 2015, 08:47 AM

I am on my second 1675, this time I am not letting go! I am fortunate enough to have found 2 birth year watches, a 1675 and a 1680. Good luck with your decision.
Scott

17 July 2015, 01:47 AM	#1
Zweig "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Bo Location: Paris Watch: 16710, 6694 Posts: 128	Trade GMT 16710 for 1675 ? Hi, I purchased a GMT Master 16710 a few months ago. I like it a lot but a tenacious little voice in my head keeps whispering me that i've got the wrong GMT on my wrist. Since i got into Rolex, i have only eyes for vintage Rolexes, especially the 1675. My dream combo is: 1675 & 1680. My question is: should i trade my 16710 for a 1675 ? If someone went that route or the opposite way, please share your experience. Dissuade me or encourage me. I HATE WG surrounds and sapphire but i LOVE the 3185 movement. Thank you

17 July 2015, 01:57 AM	#2
MitchSteel "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: MDangerSteel Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 2,301	That is a very tough question to answer.....for me at least. However, I've owned both, and I still have my 1675. You'll hear guys say, get them both, but I do realize it's not always possible.Id choose vintage 1675, but that's just me __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons Probability of survival is inversely proportional to the angle of arrival---Capt. Rage Don't believe anything in aviation, 'till V1---Mitch Danger Steel

17 July 2015, 03:13 AM	#5
joe100 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,753	It's the perfect pair really. Two of my favorites! __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

17 July 2015, 04:29 AM	#8
VinnieVegas "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Vincent B Location: New York, NY Watch: '06 GMT Master II Posts: 1,261	I love my 16710. I'd like to own the 1675 someday. But I wouldn't lose the 16710 for the 1675. I'd like both. That's just me. __________________ Wearing Today: * Seiko SRP777 (2017)

17 July 2015, 06:56 AM	#10
Frosty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: So Cal Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 5,084	I find the combination of the 1675 and a Jubilee Bracelet very comfortable. I used to switch watches every week or so. Since, I got the 1675, it has been my daily wearer for months. Get the GMT 1675! __________________ “Anyone can be sarcastic; it takes intelligence to solve a problem!”

17 July 2015, 02:16 AM	#4
Zweig "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Bo Location: Paris Watch: 16710, 6694 Posts: 128	Gorgeous pics jdmi32 ! Mitch, i'm also a big fan of Tintin ! Thank you guys

17 July 2015, 03:27 AM	#6
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 74,310	I'd do it, especially if you're into vintage

17 July 2015, 06:58 AM	#11
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,127	Been there myself - had a 16700 but a few deals later landed a 1675. 1675 is a super looking watch and if you look around, you might land one though a good one will be pricey. The 16710 is arguably a bit more robust and more advanced etc but the 1675 really looks well, although you might be able to put the 16710 through a bit more....best of luck with your choice!

17 July 2015, 08:26 AM	#12
Wing Zero "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: JC Location: Earth Watch: 1680 ~ 16610LV Posts: 811	well you're asking this in a vintage section of the forum.. so yes I'd go 1675 __________________ ********************** **********************

17 July 2015, 09:41 AM	#13
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	For me in a heartbeat

17 July 2015, 10:24 AM	#14
mineral "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 3,670	I have 1675 and sold my 16710 many years ago and I still regret about this decision. I would suggest keep the 16710 and your love will develop after a while as 16710 is such versatile and reliable watch!

17 July 2015, 01:00 PM	#15
RC2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Rich Location: NC Watch: Rolex 1675 Posts: 2,359	I sold my 16710 and my brother in law bought it. Have a 1675. Would like to own a 16710 again someday __________________ Rich Member of Nylon Nation Red Sox Nation Instagram watchguy97

17 July 2015, 01:30 PM	#16
Smartyjones18 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Singapore Posts: 769	Go Get it

17 July 2015, 07:45 PM	#17
RazorD "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: David Location: New England Posts: 1,888	To me it would matter on the specifics of each model (condition, etc.), but all things equal, I'd go 1675.

18 July 2015, 10:10 PM	#18
Alex The Watch Guy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: @Home Posts: 225	I own/ed all three models and they are all great watches. From your dislike of WG, 1675 seems to be a better fit. However, with recent price appreciation on 1675/0's, I would be a bit patient to strike the right deal.

18 July 2015, 11:34 PM	#19
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,827	In theory, yes, of course, I'd do the trade, but it depends on condition. For example, I'd much rather have an unpolished 16710 with tritium dial/hands, than a beat-up, over-polished 1675.

19 July 2015, 07:59 AM	#20
Zweig "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Bo Location: Paris Watch: 16710, 6694 Posts: 128	I'll do it. i'm just waiting for the right deal but it may take some time. I'll buy a 1680 next year because i need a sub. After my ex 14060M and 16710, i think i'm done with modern Rolexes. I heard from my dealer and several vintage collectors that Rolex will stop servicing these vintage pieces within a few years but i don't care.

19 July 2015, 01:23 PM	#21
omitohud "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Sam Location: los Angeles Posts: 2,051	It's probably better u don't bring vintage to RSC anyway. There r many qualified watchmakers who can service them. If the watch is in good condition, I would choose 1675 over the later references. I blame it on the autoconnect.

29 September 2015, 09:38 PM	#22
Janne2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Stockholm Posts: 7	How did it turn out? Did you flip it? Myself did the flip between a 16700 to a 1675 and boy do I really love the 1675. Couldn't stand the whitegold and that hard to keep clean crystal haha.

29 September 2015, 09:41 PM	#23
Janne2000 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Stockholm Posts: 7	My old 16700 and my "new" 1675 image.jpg image.jpeg

29 September 2015, 11:12 PM	#24
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,661	1675's are perfect for daily wear. congrats,

2 October 2015, 02:02 PM	#25
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	I'd do it! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

2 October 2015, 03:05 PM	#26
Sam Crow "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Rob Location: Toronto, ON Posts: 1,233	I also went from a 16700 to a 1675, but only because there were issues with my 16700 and I had to return it. My collection is mostly 5 digits, so the 16700 was a good fit. I enjoyed it and was sad to let it go. Of course, the 1675 is an icon and a beauty. I love the look of plexi crystal, but the downside is I'm a lot more careful with it. Just had it serviced, but still wouldn't feel comfortable swimming with it. The other downsides are no quickset date and no 904L steel. But those are minor shortcomings and I love the watch. If I were you, I'd try to keep your 16710 and save up for a 1675. If your goal is to get a 1680, then yeah, the 1675 would be the perfect companion. But going vintage - you're getting something really cool and fashionable, but you will lose a little robustness and practicality. 16700, "Trinity" gone but not forgotten. 1675, "Trinity Reloaded"

2 October 2015, 06:14 PM	#27
Swearengen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gabriel Location: London, UK Posts: 1,817	Having a 1680 and a 1675 in the stable I would think through just having non-quick-set date watches. If you decide to put one down and pick it up a couple of weeks later there is a lot of crown turning I favour the 1675 over the 1680 for regular use, probably due to the perceived value of the red sub. __________________ 1680 1675 16800 16570 16710 17000 16613 17013 Gone but not forgotten 16610LV 1016 16234

3 October 2015, 02:30 AM	#28
rolstaff Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Juergen Location: Utah Watch: GMT Posts: 308	Just do it !!!

3 October 2015, 08:47 AM	#30
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,399	I am on my second 1675, this time I am not letting go! I am fortunate enough to have found 2 birth year watches, a 1675 and a 1680. Good luck with your decision. Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

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