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maverick · 5 August 2005, 02:06 PM

When I first joined a Rolex forum all I saw was Pepsi GMTs everywhere! I had just bought a TT Sub so I was not interested in this watch. It just did not wink at me. Then a surprise Yachtmaster came along and I really feel in love with it and still fell like it is THE Rolex sports model for me. Anyway, I got a good deal from my AD on a new "F" series GMT II. (This was after three calls from my AD, I kept putting them off) Well, I bought it over the phone and with this purchase, I just was not excited. No pacing or waiting for the Postal truck to arrive. When I first opened the box it looked nice. It felt light which I wrongly connected with being cheap or inexpensive. I started wearing it and messing a little with the features. After a few weeks this is becoming my daily watch, my 'beater'. The bracelet just does not show the scratches like my other watches. The 'look' is almost identical to the Sub, so it's great in that category. I have the option of two other bezels, which make it the most versatile watch I have. The 24 hour hand is very handy. I really like the hour hand 'jump'. The bi-directional rotating bezel is a great feature. The fact that it can be used as a compass is great for me. I live in the desert and you can get lost very fast if you are not careful. Although most people do not wander into the desert like I might, since I have been doing this for decades.

Actually being lighter has some advantages, it is comfortable to wear. I cannot say it is more comfortable than my YM but lighter. As far as history, this watch is fully loaded. This is a watch that should be checked out before writing it off. With the world 'shrinking' the way it is, keeping track of two or three time zones is very handy.
=) maverick

padi56 · 5 August 2005, 04:51 PM

Out of the GMT bezels myself prefer the black insert,but if you have all 3
You can change to suit.Then you have a very versatile watch,only wish they had the same size crown as the Sub.

Rockrolex · 5 August 2005, 10:26 PM

Another convert!! Well done, Dennis.

You are talking about my favorite watch (let alone favorite Rolex) and in the best color bezel of all.

The black Y series GMT-II became my daily beater from the moment I took it out of the box nearly 2 years ago. It is the perfect watch for traveling;and since I do a fair amount of that across time zones, it has become my only travel watch. Wear it well and I hope you continue to enjoy yours as much as I love mine.

dman · 6 August 2005, 12:01 AM

You have a complete and awesome collection Dennis, only thing left to fill it is the PLT DD.

JJ Irani · 6 August 2005, 04:41 AM

Congrats, Dennis, that's an absolute cracker. I also notice you've got the new style box now...same one I got with my TT YM.

Wear it in good health.

maverick · 6 August 2005, 05:21 AM

Padi, I had the same feeling about the crown. It felt and looked small at first but now seems nice because it does not protrude as much as a triplock. In other words I think it fits the watch. I used to wear a Seiko and the crown always dug into my wrist, ALL the time. A Rolex sits higher on my wrist and does not cause this continual irritation.

=) maverick

JJ Irani · 6 August 2005, 05:25 AM

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Originally Posted by maverick

Padi, I had the same feeling about the crown. It felt and looked small at first but now seems nice because it does not protrude as much as a triplock. In other words I think it fits the watch. I used to wear a Seiko and the crown always dug into my wrist, ALL the time. A Rolex sits higher on my wrist and does not cause this continual irritation.

=) maverick

My thoughts exactly, Dennis. Somehow, on the Exp-II, the Twinlock crown is aesthetically perfect and serves the purpose in any case. On a GMT-II however, a Triplock crown wouldn't be a bad idea as is evident from the picture below...

maverick · 6 August 2005, 05:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

My thoughts exactly, Dennis. Somehow, on the Exp-II, the Twinlock crown is aesthetically perfect and serves the purpose in any case. On a GMT-II however, a Triplock crown wouldn't be a bad idea as is evident from the picture below...

That's true, JJ, but they beefed up the crown guards also, so the crown does not look too big. Here is sometrhing interesting to think about. The Sub now has a maxi-dial (LV), but they still make and sell the 'old' style 16610 and it sells as good as ever. When a SS version of the upated GMT II comes out with a maxi-dial, will they still make the current dial, like the 16610 or will it be a straight model upgrade? Who knows? Nice pic JJ, I love the all gold ones too. There is the other version. =) maverick

dman · 6 August 2005, 10:37 AM

I am lovin the look of that new GMT!! Yummy!!

JJ Irani · 6 August 2005, 11:27 AM

The new black dial is superb...the green one's a complete turn off!!

Rockrolex · 7 August 2005, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The new black dial is superb...the green one's a complete turn off!!

OMG, JJ. We agree!!!

Will wonders never cease.

But you're right. The LV dial doesn't even look good on the Sub. How could it look any better on the GMT.

padi56 · 7 August 2005, 04:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The new black dial is superb...the green one's a complete turn off!!

Yes agree JJ the green dial is terrible,not keen on the Rolex around the
inner bezel either.

maverick · 7 August 2005, 05:08 AM

Have you seen the Rolex, Rolex around the inner side in person? It looks way less obvious in person, I do not mind it at all. As for the green dial, I will wait until I see it in person. So far, I don't care for it, black is much better. It is kind of nice to have the serial number at the 6 o'clock position.=) maverick

JJ Irani · 7 August 2005, 05:29 AM

I've seen the repeatitive Rolex printing on the inner chapter ring and it is very subtle...you can hardly notice it unless you go looking for it. It has been done in good taste and looks pretty artistic on a very close examination.

I had the opportunity to examine a new TOG up close and personal at Mansor's one day under a loupe whilst a bit of cleavage was overhanging my way. I can assure you that the cleavage was more exciting than the chapter ring!!

GMT11FAN · 11 August 2005, 02:39 AM

Congrats maverick! excellent choice. The functionality is great as well as the good looks of the sub -- You will not be disappointed. welcome to the club and wear it in good he

alth!

maverick · 11 August 2005, 11:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMT11FAN

Congrats maverick! excellent choice. The functionality is great as well as the good looks of the sub -- You will not be disappointed. welcome to the club and wear it in good he

alth!

Thanks all, the good feeling about this watch is not wearing off, but getting stronger. It is hard to notice the scratches from daily wear. I finally set it to GMT time and the compass feature is great. I now know what time it is everywhere. LOL I really like the black dial and various inserts. My fav so far is still the black/black. I should have one of the other inserts in a day or two, one is back ordered. =) maverick

dman · 11 August 2005, 02:10 PM

So Dennis, the magic question is will you change out the bezels yourself?

It takes some patience, but is not that bad at all.
http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html (credit to the master!! Jocke)

maverick · 11 August 2005, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

So Dennis, the magic question is will you change out the bezels yourself?

It takes some patience, but is not that bad at all.
http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html (credit to the master!! Jocke)

dman, how could you ask? Of course I will change it. It should be a peice of cake.

I hope.
=) maverick

dman · 11 August 2005, 11:09 PM

I knew you would, I just was checking.

maverick · 14 August 2005, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

I knew you would, I just was checking.

Hi dman, here it is w/o the click spring =) maverick

JJ Irani · 15 August 2005, 04:24 AM

Hey Dennis,

Nice thumb print you've got smack across the face of the crystal!!

maverick · 15 August 2005, 05:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hey Dennis,

Nice thumb print you've got smack across the face of the crystal!!

Thanks JJ, That is how I identify my pics.

=) maverick

dman · 15 August 2005, 07:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maverick

Thanks JJ, That is how I identify my pics.

=) maverick

LMAO!! Good comeback!!

5 August 2005, 02:06 PM	#1
maverick Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: maverick Location: Prescott Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,180	A few words about the GMT II (Long) When I first joined a Rolex forum all I saw was Pepsi GMTs everywhere! I had just bought a TT Sub so I was not interested in this watch. It just did not wink at me. Then a surprise Yachtmaster came along and I really feel in love with it and still fell like it is THE Rolex sports model for me. Anyway, I got a good deal from my AD on a new "F" series GMT II. (This was after three calls from my AD, I kept putting them off) Well, I bought it over the phone and with this purchase, I just was not excited. No pacing or waiting for the Postal truck to arrive. When I first opened the box it looked nice. It felt light which I wrongly connected with being cheap or inexpensive. I started wearing it and messing a little with the features. After a few weeks this is becoming my daily watch, my 'beater'. The bracelet just does not show the scratches like my other watches. The 'look' is almost identical to the Sub, so it's great in that category. I have the option of two other bezels, which make it the most versatile watch I have. The 24 hour hand is very handy. I really like the hour hand 'jump'. The bi-directional rotating bezel is a great feature. The fact that it can be used as a compass is great for me. I live in the desert and you can get lost very fast if you are not careful. Although most people do not wander into the desert like I might, since I have been doing this for decades. Actually being lighter has some advantages, it is comfortable to wear. I cannot say it is more comfortable than my YM but lighter. As far as history, this watch is fully loaded. This is a watch that should be checked out before writing it off. With the world 'shrinking' the way it is, keeping track of two or three time zones is very handy. =) maverick Last edited by maverick; 5 August 2005 at 02:09 PM..

5 August 2005, 04:51 PM	#2
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,449	Out of the GMT bezels myself prefer the black insert,but if you have all 3 You can change to suit.Then you have a very versatile watch,only wish they had the same size crown as the Sub. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

5 August 2005, 10:26 PM	#3
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,587	Another convert!! Well done, Dennis. You are talking about my favorite watch (let alone favorite Rolex) and in the best color bezel of all. The black Y series GMT-II became my daily beater from the moment I took it out of the box nearly 2 years ago. It is the perfect watch for traveling;and since I do a fair amount of that across time zones, it has become my only travel watch. Wear it well and I hope you continue to enjoy yours as much as I love mine. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

6 August 2005, 12:01 AM	#4
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	You have a complete and awesome collection Dennis, only thing left to fill it is the PLT DD. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

6 August 2005, 04:41 AM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Congrats, Dennis, that's an absolute cracker. I also notice you've got the new style box now...same one I got with my TT YM. Wear it in good health. __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

6 August 2005, 05:21 AM	#6
maverick Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: maverick Location: Prescott Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,180	GMT II crown Padi, I had the same feeling about the crown. It felt and looked small at first but now seems nice because it does not protrude as much as a triplock. In other words I think it fits the watch. I used to wear a Seiko and the crown always dug into my wrist, ALL the time. A Rolex sits higher on my wrist and does not cause this continual irritation. =) maverick

6 August 2005, 10:37 AM	#9
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	I am lovin the look of that new GMT!! Yummy!! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

6 August 2005, 11:27 AM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	The new black dial is superb...the green one's a complete turn off!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

7 August 2005, 05:08 AM	#13
maverick Banned Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: maverick Location: Prescott Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,180	Have you seen the Rolex, Rolex around the inner side in person? It looks way less obvious in person, I do not mind it at all. As for the green dial, I will wait until I see it in person. So far, I don't care for it, black is much better. It is kind of nice to have the serial number at the 6 o'clock position.=) maverick

7 August 2005, 05:29 AM	#14
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	I've seen the repeatitive Rolex printing on the inner chapter ring and it is very subtle...you can hardly notice it unless you go looking for it. It has been done in good taste and looks pretty artistic on a very close examination. I had the opportunity to examine a new TOG up close and personal at Mansor's one day under a loupe whilst a bit of cleavage was overhanging my way. I can assure you that the cleavage was more exciting than the chapter ring!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

11 August 2005, 02:39 AM	#15
GMT11FAN "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 11	Congrats maverick! excellent choice. The functionality is great as well as the good looks of the sub -- You will not be disappointed. welcome to the club and wear it in good he alth!

11 August 2005, 02:10 PM	#17
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	So Dennis, the magic question is will you change out the bezels yourself? It takes some patience, but is not that bad at all. http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html (credit to the master!! Jocke) __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

11 August 2005, 11:09 PM	#19
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	I knew you would, I just was checking. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

15 August 2005, 04:24 AM	#21
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Hey Dennis, Nice thumb print you've got smack across the face of the crystal!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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