16710 Question regarding bezel inserts

[Spectre38]

I have seen several 16710 GMTs being offered with multiple bezel inserts. I haven't been able to find out whether or not these watches were sold originally with multiple inserts, or if they were added to the watch group somewhere along the way?
In addition, if they were sold as a package originally... is there something in the model number that denotes the multiple inserts?

Sorry for my ignorance, but one has to ask to learn.

[Onikage]

I don't think they were ever sold with multiple inserts. Crazy WIS owners made them like that.

[HankScorpio]

Never sold with multiple inserts. I believe the original paperwork (at least in the us) did denote which insert was on the watch at purchase.

[TimeLord2]

If I am not mistaken (and that could very well be the case…) this reference came with three different inserts (Black, Coke, Pepsi) but not all at once. You can get the other colors that the reference originally came with from Rolex. They will insist on a mounting fee and the cost of the insert.

[bigfatpauli]

The 16710 came with one of three bezel inserts.

At the, at least in Canada, ADs could order all three inserts separately. When I was going to purchase one the AD offered me the other two bezels as part of the deal... and a discount.

Like a fool, I bought a DateJust instead. Different times....

[harvey]

I bought these inserts about 12 years ago for approximately £30 each.

Left to right, the first two are for my 16710 as it came with a coke insert. The last one is for my 16610 lv.




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[Onikage]

I was asked for a model number and my inserts arrived a week later in separate little greaseproof packets with a green coronet on them and part no. Both inside a little Rolex coronet embossed aluminium tin. Different times indeed. I think they were about £45 a pop.

[Spectre38]

Thank you all for your time and knowledge. I do appreciate it. As I hunt for a nice 16710, the more info, the better.

[e dantes]

Originally Posted by HankScorpio

Never sold with multiple inserts. I believe the original paperwork (at least in the us) did denote which insert was on the watch at purchase.

I believe this was mostly in North America. Most parts of the world did not have that on the warranty paperwork.

[JonaG]

Kind of OT but was there any difference in the colour of the back of the pepsi insert between an original and a service replacement?

[Snowbob]

My 16710 coke is currently at the PA RSC for its first service in 20 years. I'm getting a new insert to replace the faded beat-up original one. The new insert is $40, and it's an extra $16 to get the old one back to keep with all my original stuff. A few people on here made it sound like the RSC would change colors, i.e. from coke to pepsi, if you asked them to. I was always under the impression that they would only give you parts that were original to the serial number? Yes? No? Also, how do you pop the insert out without nicking it? Do you need a special tool? Thanks!

[JonaG]

Use something like this (a plastic applicator) to gently wedge between the bezel and case at around the 5 o’clock mark and firmly twist and the bezel will pop off. You then gently but firmly push the aluminum insert out from the back of the bezel using your thumbs being careful not to bend the insert.


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[spacedinvader]

...and be careful not to lose the little click spring that’s under the bezel attached to the case at 11 o’clock. It can easily come out of its little nook and disappear into your carpet forever. Some people remove the bezel while the watch is inside a plastic bag so if it flies out it stays in the bag.

[padi56]

Originally Posted by Spectre38

I have seen several 16710 GMTs being offered with multiple bezel inserts. I haven't been able to find out whether or not these watches were sold originally with multiple inserts, or if they were added to the watch group somewhere along the way?
In addition, if they were sold as a package originally... is there something in the model number that denotes the multiple inserts?

Sorry for my ignorance, but one has to ask to learn.

THE bezel inserts were made to be fully DIY interchangeable,the 16710 is a very versatile watch but came with one bezel insert when bought new.But get all 3 inserts cost around $75 each direct from Rolex, 3 different watches for the price of one.

[Swearengen]

Its nice to have all the options, makes for a very versatile watch

[Henrimontgomery]

The more I hunt for a 16710, the more I think I'd just rather buy a black or coke and have Rolex swap it for a Pepsi.

[dricig]

Originally Posted by Henrimontgomery

The more I hunt for a 16710, the more I think I'd just rather buy a black or coke and have Rolex swap it for a Pepsi.

Thats the smart way to go.
Get the best example you can find in any bezel color and then get the bezel you want.

[dricig]

Originally Posted by Swearengen

Its nice to have all the options, makes for a very versatile watch

Nice set! Best watch Rolex ever made!

[spare]

Absolutely. However, non-pepsi 16710 generally do not sell for any significant discount due exactly to this fact. So in practice, it doesn't really matter either way.

[mrcsatx]

Originally Posted by Spectre38

I have seen several 16710 GMTs being offered with multiple bezel inserts. I haven't been able to find out whether or not these watches were sold originally with multiple inserts, or if they were added to the watch group somewhere along the way?

In addition, if they were sold as a package originally... is there something in the model number that denotes the multiple inserts?



Sorry for my ignorance, but one has to ask to learn.

On the original paperwork model number where it gives the reference number. 16710A means it was originally a coke. 16710B, it was originally a pepsi. 16710N, originally all black bezel.

Got my 16710 coke about a month ago and haven't worn any other watch in my collection. Got the other 2 bezels from RSC but haven't attempted to swap them out yet. AD says it's tricky and just let them do it. But I want to learn to do it myself.

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[Snowbob]

mrcsatx - did you buy the extra inserts through your AD, or directly from the RSC?
Thanks!

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by bigfatpauli

The 16710 came with one of three bezel inserts.

At the, at least in Canada, ADs could order all three inserts separately. When I was going to purchase one the AD offered me the other two bezels as part of the deal... and a discount.

Like a fool, I bought a DateJust instead. Different times....

[mrcsatx]

Originally Posted by Snowbob

mrcsatx - did you buy the extra inserts through your AD, or directly from the RSC?
Thanks!

AD sourced for me through RSC.

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[Snowbob]

Thank you kind sir. I've learned sooo much in the past couple days about a timepiece I've had for 20 years. Definitely going to buy a pepsi and black insert for my watch, and have somebody show me the correct way to change them.

[ocN55]

Originally Posted by Swearengen

Its nice to have all the options, makes for a very versatile watch

Love this pic!

Mind sharing the jubilee bracelet model that is appropriate for the 16710?

[horseShu]

i think it is more expensive to buy a 16710 Pepsi, than it is to buy a 16710 LN and just source a Pepsi insert.

weird times we live in...

[Crazy Lugs]

Originally Posted by ocn55

love this pic!

Mind sharing the jubilee bracelet model that is appropriate for the 16710?

62510h

[Swearengen]

It is part no. B20-62510-20-2-E1

Originally Posted by ocN55

Love this pic!

Mind sharing the jubilee bracelet model that is appropriate for the 16710?

[Amochosto]

I guess I could ask this here, I have a 16710 with a Coke and Pepsi bezel insert, the Pepsi insert is impossible to press into the bezel, it was purchased from RSC so it is real. What technique do you guys use to press in the insert without damage to the bezel, insert and your fingers?

Bonus pic;

[strafer_kid]

Definitely a superb watch!