The first, closing in on 9999, and a few GMTs along the way

[MitchSteel]

Another true testament to GMTs build quality,longevity and versatility.

Thank you, John for sharing your knowledge on these models, I sure appreciate your honest advice in the past,I've learned a great deal from you.

[1675-David]

Great post John!!

[cdweller]

What a journey through GMT Masters! Great post, and thanks for all you add to this forum

[droptopman]

Congrats John on 10K posts,

Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us and thanks for helping me find a great GMT to add to my collection. I am fairly new here and you were friendly and helpful to me.

Dig your "daily" 16750, really epitomizes the term tool watch. That insert is a thing of beauty.

[jdmi32]

10K very helpful and insightful posts for sure. I've had a few of your GMT's come my way and don't doubt that it will continue in the future.

[okthenor]

The final word on GMT.

[drefrank]

Congrats on 10,000 posts - amazing.
Looking forward to getting there as well. Based on my current pace I figure just over 700 years will do it!

[Franks07]

Originally Posted by jfmiii

Truly one of the good guys around here. Thanks John for all your contributions around here and for helping me personally by giving me your expert opinion on many occasions, both publicly and privately!

This for me as well! A true gentleman and unmatched expertise on the fabulous GMT references. I will always treasure the 1675 (my Avitar) and 16750 that you made available to me...the Crown Jewels in my collection for sure.
Best wishes John and looking forward to your next 10,000 posts.
Frank

[BNA/LION]

Thanks for helping me in the past and Congratulation on your sticking with your passion for GMT's and TRF!
Cheers to many more years of watches and posts!

[judson]

Relatively new here, always look for your posts because I know they will be informative. Congratulations on 10,000, here's to doubling it.

[Jamiewabbit]

Thank you for you kind advice.

[watchcrank]

What's better JP, 10,000 posts or 10,000 watches :-) Trust you will make another 10K over time. Knowledge that is passed along is the best knowledge. thanks, m

[springer]

Originally Posted by watchcrank

What's better JP, 10,000 posts or 10,000 watches :-) Trust you will make another 10K over time. Knowledge that is passed along is the best knowledge. thanks, m

Mike, thanks for the kind words. Your base of knowledge regarding all things Rolex is second to none and I always appreciate your help when in need!!!

Thanks again to everyone, I truly appreciate your comments.

jP

[Charlie3755]

Congratulations on 10,000 posts jP.

Appreciate you for being so patient in sharing your collection, knowledge, expertise and passion for vintage GMT's. I have throughly enjoyed our converstions and GTG's.

Another great post BTW!

[Cortezthekiller]

My only Rolex is a GMT and I chose it from what I learned on this forum. Almost everything I know about the ref came from your posts.

Congrats on 10K!

[strafer_kid]

Amazing collection and a great story re the GMT master! Must say that even though I am a Sub/SD guy, my daily wearer is increasingly my 86 GMT 16750 Pepsi - just love the feel and layout of the watch! I doubt it will be my last - have already picked up a 1675 to compliment it! One regret I have is flipping a couple of 16710s a while back including a nice F serial Pepsi - think this will be the next on the list though!

[springer]

Originally Posted by Cortezthekiller

My only Rolex is a GMT and I chose it from what I learned on this forum. Almost everything I know about the ref came from your posts.

Congrats on 10K!

Thanks for the kind words! There are many on this forum that are a wealth of information regarding vintage Rolex...many indeed.

[SLS]

Thank you for all of your contributions to the forum John and congrats on 10K!

[skprd13]

Aloha John, all I can add is mahalo for your contributions and knowledge you have shared with all of us on this site. You are a scholar and gentleman, wonderful to work with when either purchasing a watch from you or asking for your opinion. You have always answered all of my questions or concerns.

For some of you that do not know this man he is one of the most trusted person on this site. If you are looking to purchase a watch from John or are asking an opinion on another watch. He is a straight shooter and will not bullsh-t you to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I have purchased at least one watch from John (guilty) more than one and they are all exactly as described and all were amazing peices that is still enjoy to this day.

Mahalo John and I cannot wait to post again when you hit the 20K post. Mahalo for being here for everyone on this site and most of all have a Merry Christmas my friend!

Aloha from Kauai.
Tom

[springer]

Originally Posted by skprd13

Aloha John, all I can add is mahalo for your contributions and knowledge you have shared with all of us on this site. You are a scholar and gentleman, wonderful to work with when either purchasing a watch from you or asking for your opinion. You have always answered all of my questions or concerns.

For some of you that do not know this man he is one of the most trusted person on this site. If you are looking to purchase a watch from John or are asking an opinion on another watch. He is a straight shooter and will not bullsh-t you to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I have purchased at least one watch from John (guilty) more than one and they are all exactly as described and all were amazing pieces that is still enjoy to this day.

Mahalo John and I cannot wait to post again when you hit the 20K post. Mahalo for being here for everyone on this site and most of all have a Merry Christmas my friend!

Aloha from Kauai.
Tom

Thanks so much Tom. Hopefully you're still enjoying your GMTs and Submariners along with everything else in your fine collection. Take care and have a great Christmas too!

[springer]

Originally Posted by SLS

Thank you for all of your contributions to the forum John and congrats on 10K!

Thanks Scott!

[Wesley Crusher]

Congrats JP. You're an invaluable resource for the vintage community.

BTW, your old 1675 is doing great!

[Wahlberg]

Beautiful collection! Absolutely love it.

[ahnets]

I haven't been on TRF for a few months but when I saw this post I had to login. I fell in love with a thumbnail of a 1675 before I even knew it was a Rolex or even called a 1675. My Googling led me to TRF and I soon discovered Springer's posts and his incredible wealth of knowledge, gained first-hand across the years.

John, you've been an incredible source of inspiration, knowledge and advice to me since - not to mention hundreds of others in person, and tens of thousands online. I consider it a pleasure and privilege that you've spent time talking with me about GMTs and life in general.

Congrats to you and here's to your next 10,000!

While I am a 'lay' collector, I am diligent in learning and accumulating knowledge and across my research across multiple sites, resources and people, over the last couple of years to know enough to definitively say that you are The GMT Master.

[springer]

Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Congrats JP. You're an invaluable resource for the vintage community.

BTW, your old 1675 is doing great!

Thank you Wes and it's great to hear the GMT 1675 is still doing well.

[springer]

Originally Posted by Wahlberg

Beautiful collection! Absolutely love it.

Thank you!

[springer]

Originally Posted by ahnets

I haven't been on TRF for a few months but when I saw this post I had to login. I fell in love with a thumbnail of a 1675 before I even knew it was a Rolex or even called a 1675. My Googling led me to TRF and I soon discovered Springer's posts and his incredible wealth of knowledge, gained first-hand across the years.

John, you've been an incredible source of inspiration, knowledge and advice to me since - not to mention hundreds of others in person, and tens of thousands online. I consider it a pleasure and privilege that you've spent time talking with me about GMTs and life in general.

Congrats to you and here's to your next 10,000!

While I am a 'lay' collector, I am diligent in learning and accumulating knowledge and across my research across multiple sites, resources and people, over the last couple of years to know enough to definitively say that you are The GMT Master.

I don't know about being a GMT Master, but thanks Amir! It's always a pleasure speaking with you so don't be a stranger and always remain safe in your travels.

[themaninblack]

Whilst I'm assuming you love them all do you have a favourite iteration of the GMT?

[springer]

Originally Posted by themaninblack

Whilst I'm assuming you love them all do you have a favourite iteration of the GMT?

Not in particular, but the 1977 pictured here is my favorite which I have owned for several years. Very original and complete.