The Watch Appreciation Thread - Part two (Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Jaeger LeCoultre,

[9thsymph]

Were they still making the 16710 in 2008? The 116710LN (GMTIIC) was introduced in 2007. Wonder if they kept making the alu bezel versions even after the advent of cerachrom? Entirely possible that the 16710 was simply purchased in 08 and made the year before or something like that.

It could be 2007...SA said 2007 or 2008 (off the top of their head, I think), but the watch comes with box/papers, so I could find out more definitively...

 

[Akeem]

Considering a “coke” GMT (16710) circa 2008 any strong arguments against would be welcomed...

just do it

you won't regret it

 

[patrick_b]

do it, I like the 5-digit reference 40mm case shapes the best, the GMT is a relatively useful complication, its sporty enough to wear with shorts and a t-shirt but doesn't look out of place in a suit and tie

Well said, the GMT really is the perfect sport watch. I even swim with my 116710. Pressure test it once a year. Since I never leave the house any more, let alone my time zone, I keep the GMT hand on GMT time so I know when the F1 races start.

It could be 2007...SA said 2007 or 2008 (off the top of their head, I think), but the watch comes with box/papers, so I could find out more definitively...

That's a must buy IMO. That era Coke was always my favorite. Good luck!

 

[9thsymph]

Well said, the GMT really is the perfect sport watch. I even swim with my 116710. Pressure test it once a year. Since I never leave the house any more, let alone my time zone, I keep the GMT hand on GMT time so I know when the F1 races start.



That's a must buy IMO. That era Coke was always my favorite. Good luck!

Damn, I went out to buy a new speedy and might end up with a Coke instead...dammit!

 

[officine]

Considering a “coke” GMT (16710) circa 2008 any strong arguments against would be welcomed...

Don't do it. You will love the watch. Then you will find yourself sourcing both the Pepsi and the all black inserts. And soon thereafter, looking for the alternate bracelet (Jubilee or Oyster).

It happened to me

 

[9thsymph]

Don't do it. You will love the watch. Then you will find yourself sourcing both the Pepsi and the all black inserts. And soon thereafter, looking for the alternate bracelet (Jubilee or Oyster).

It happened to me

Actually, my biggest hesitation is that I’m expecting a blnr from another dealer, but this watch looks and feels killer...

 

[9thsymph]

Well said, the GMT really is the perfect sport watch. I even swim with my 116710. Pressure test it once a year. Since I never leave the house any more, let alone my time zone, I keep the GMT hand on GMT time so I know when the F1 races start.



That's a must buy IMO. That era Coke was always my favorite. Good luck!

Well, I left the store. Gonna sleep on it (or maybe wait out the weekend...). If it’s meant to be, the watch will wait for me? Haha

 

[Dino944]

Depends on the insurance. My Chubb policy covers market/replacement cost even if it exceeds the purchase price of the watch.

Did you provide them with an appraisal that shows the value exceeds the MSRP? Chubb does from time to time do increases in the value of an item and you pay according to what they say it's current replacement value is. However, at least where I am if you want Chubb to cover it for say a gray market price or something beyond what they have evaluated it to be, you need to get an appraisal from a pre-owned shop/gray dealer saying that its value is X. I had to do that a few years ago with my "Patrizzi dial Daytona" that they had only evaluated at about $15,000, when values were actually more than twice that amount.

 

[officine]

Actually, my biggest hesitation is that I’m expecting a blnr from another dealer, but this watch looks and feels killer...

I see. Tough decision. I'm partial to the 5-digit models as they wear better for my wrist size.

 

[Neville Southall]

Hot.

 

[ronscuba]

Really? Any ideas as to why that is? I have been seeing Cartier mentioned a lot more frequently nowadays in watch forums..

Cartier has been advertising like crazy in the big magazines with popular current celebrities. Vogue, Elle, Harpers Bazaar, Vanity Fair, etc.. Back covers, front inside covers, multi page spreads.

 

[siddeh]

Cartier has been advertising like crazy in the big magazines with popular current celebrities. Vogue, Elle, Harpers Bazaar, Vanity Fair, etc.. Back covers, front inside covers, multi page spreads.

People still read magazines? :O

 

[TheTukker]

Hot. View attachment 1582288

Sexy jeans.

 

[siddeh]

Thoughts on Frederique Constant Slimline Monolithic Manufacture? 40Hz is pretty wild and you can pick up a steel
model for ~$6000 CAD.

 

[ronscuba]

I feel as though I need to ask: what is actually being argued here? It’s hard to follow

The value and quality of certain watches and brands against one another.

People can discuss or argue, but everyone has different motivations when they buy. Buying to use, collect, flip. They are different. Depending on the motivation, you might speak and post differently. A flipper might pump up a specific model or brand to increase demand.