New Rolex GMT II
Discussion
If I had the money I would. Stunning. Something not often mentioned is you can shorten the bracelet down to 4 links on the clasp side, so if you like me you have a small wrist you don't have to end up with the clasp way over to the right, half way round your wrist. Many owners say they have become accustomed to the polished bracelet links. I have to say seeing them in the flesh it doesn't look right to me compared to the classic all brushed look.
Only thing that would put me off is the extra bling factor, they seem to really stand out and I fear could be a mugger magnet, which is a shame for something obviously designed for the frequent traveler.
Only thing that would put me off is the extra bling factor, they seem to really stand out and I fear could be a mugger magnet, which is a shame for something obviously designed for the frequent traveler.
was offered it for £3900 online and matched by my AD, which is about 10% and seems ok to me, they are a bit more blingy than the brushed steel submariners etc but to be honest that makes it a bit more special in my eyes, not in your face but enough shiny stuff to make it dressy, i'm also told that the submariners etc are due to have the bezel upgrade so....
Edited by taffyracer on Friday 17th July 10:24
darko said:
I tried one (non ceramic) last weekend was completely shocked at the 'cheap' feel.
The new ceramic bezelled model is a very different watch to its predecessor - larger, heavier and the clasp is hugely improved. As others have said, it's also a lot more conspicuous, not just because of the half-polished links but also because of the size and the shiney ceramic bezel.horacethefrog said:
darko said:
I tried one (non ceramic) last weekend was completely shocked at the 'cheap' feel.
The new ceramic bezelled model is a very different watch to its predecessor - larger, heavier and the clasp is hugely improved. As others have said, it's also a lot more conspicuous, not just because of the half-polished links but also because of the size and the shiney ceramic bezel.(^^^read as jealous!)
I have this watch, and while I understand what people are saying about it being blingy, it doesn't attract as much attention as you'd think. Don't forget people on this watch forum look at watches. Normally people don't much 
I say go for it. I have no regrets with buying it and I wear it every day in some of the most dangerous cities in the world. I only take it off at certain times in places like Brazil as a pre-caution. It's not that flashy really.
It's a gem for a frequent flyer and you don't see that many of them. The best modern rolex bar none.
I say go for it. I have no regrets with buying it and I wear it every day in some of the most dangerous cities in the world. I only take it off at certain times in places like Brazil as a pre-caution. It's not that flashy really.
It's a gem for a frequent flyer and you don't see that many of them. The best modern rolex bar none.
darko said:
horacethefrog said:
darko said:
I tried one (non ceramic) last weekend was completely shocked at the 'cheap' feel.
The new ceramic bezelled model is a very different watch to its predecessor - larger, heavier and the clasp is hugely improved. As others have said, it's also a lot more conspicuous, not just because of the half-polished links but also because of the size and the shiney ceramic bezel.(^^^read as jealous!)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v335/topwelshman...
Got it, sorry for the crap pic, it really is a beautiful watch, not too bling but enough to make it dressy, i compared it side by side wiht a Sub and it looks far more special IMO and the extra 2k over something like my CoAxial Seamaster is justified to my mind, horses for courses
Got it, sorry for the crap pic, it really is a beautiful watch, not too bling but enough to make it dressy, i compared it side by side wiht a Sub and it looks far more special IMO and the extra 2k over something like my CoAxial Seamaster is justified to my mind, horses for courses
Edited by taffyracer on Saturday 18th July 12:35
I've had mine for five months now and love it. I think the ceramic bezel is a nice contemporary touch and overall the watch feels resolute and solid. Right away I felt that I'd be keeping it for a long time.
Edited by 3ftandclean on Saturday 18th July 19:20
Edited by 3ftandclean on Saturday 18th July 19:48
B16JUS said:
d8ean said:
really do prefer it over my sub; smidge heavier which is nice and looks a lot more special on the wrist
enjoy yours! they are superb.....
d8ean whats the book ?enjoy yours! they are superb.....
i got mine from bamford & sons!
d8ean said:
B16JUS said:
d8ean said:
really do prefer it over my sub; smidge heavier which is nice and looks a lot more special on the wrist
enjoy yours! they are superb.....
d8ean whats the book ?enjoy yours! they are superb.....
i got mine from bamford & sons!
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