Rolex Gmt Master 16700
Ref: W5880 Manufacturer: Rolex Model: GMT-Master Model Ref: 16700 Age: 9th July 1998 Gender: Mens Complete With: Box Manuals & Guarantee Dial: Black Glass: Sapphire Crystal Movement: Automatic Water Resistance: To Manufacturers Specifications Case: Stainless Steel Buckle Material: Stainless Steel. Victoria 2 free states of america.
I prefer the quick-set GMT 16750 and the quick-set sapphire crystal GMT 16700 to the GMT II 16710. While the 16710 is considered a quick-set compared to the GMT 1675, it takes a several rotations of the hour hand to change the date. The date can re-set much quicker on the GMT II than the older 1675's, but the 16750 and 16700 are true quick-set GMT's. The 'fat lady' GMT II 16760 also sets the date like the 16710, with several rotations of the hour hand.I wear a matt-dialed 16750 daily. You've chosen some nice GMT's to grace your wrist, good luck with your decision.
I too prefer the 16750 and the 16700. My daily wear watch is a Rolex 16700 and I have two 16750's, a 16713 and a 1675 so I am familar with your choices. I think the 16700 is the best of both worlds:- original GMT function- quickset date- bulletproof sapphire crystal- 16700 can be had for very good prices in very good condition but you have to look for them as they are becomming less and less common.- I reccomend you look for alate 'U' or 'A' series with the 'swiss' lume dial.In favor of the 16750- true vintage watch with 'plastic' crystal- available with matte dial or gloss depending on preference- quckset dateBoth the 16700 and the 16750 will serve you well. Any of the three references will serve you well and given both the 16750 and 16700 use a 3xxx fast beat movement servicing won't present the problem (with the mothership) 15xx movments references might down the road.That said a few personal preferences must be factored in.1. Do you want a true quickset feature?If so the 16750 and 16700 are your choices.
I personally don't think the 16710 takes a backseat here with it's jump hour feature and the ability to tell local time off the dial as opposed to the insert is nice if you travel.2. Is a measure of luminosity a consideration?The 16710 is the choice here. (perhaps a late 16700?) True a service replacenet dial on the earlier references will render that moot, but consider the impact as to altering the watch from it's original condition.Note: Personally I think doing this to an early matt 16750 isn't an option as the loss in value is more than the others.3. Acryllic or sapphire?Both have their advantages. Sapphire is certainly easier to maintain, but acryllic speaks to an earlier era we will never see again.Good luck!
Thanks Guys for your very helpful responses. Very much appreciated.I'm favouring the 16750 but not by much over the 16700.Probably will depend upon which comes up first in nice condition.Would you always buy a vintage with box and papers?Best,TonyBox and papers on a vintage Rolex GMT will definitely add to the value, now and in the future. Of course it will cost you more now to find a complete 16750 with the original warranty paper and accessories. Most collectors like the complete package, others are happy with just the watch. Prices can range from $3500 for the watch and go as high as $5000 for a nice watch and accessories. I believe there is a nice 16750 for sale now on the forum for $3200.
Any of the three references will serve you well and given both the 16750 and 16700 use a 3xxx fast beat movement servicing won't present the problem (with the mothership) 15xx movments references might down the road.That said a few personal preferences must be factored in.1. Do you want a true quickset feature?If so the 16750 and 16700 are your choices. I personally don't think the 16710 takes a backseat here with it's jump hour feature and the ability to tell local time off the dial as opposed to the insert is nice if you travel.2.
Rolex Gmt Master Model 16700
Is a measure of luminosity a consideration?The 16710 is the choice here. (perhaps a late 16700?) True a service replacenet dial on the earlier references will render that moot, but consider the impact as to altering the watch from it's original condition.Note: Personally I think doing this to an early matt 16750 isn't an option as the loss in value is more than the others.3.
Acryllic or sapphire?Both have their advantages. Sapphire is certainly easier to maintain, but acryllic speaks to an earlier era we will never see again.Good luck!Great advice here. I too prefer the 16750 and the 16700. My daily wear watch is a Rolex 16700 and I have two 16750's, a 16713 and a 1675 so I am familar with your choices.
I think the 16700 is the best of both worlds:- original GMT function- quickset date- bulletproof sapphire crystal- 16700 can be had for very good prices in very good condition but you have to look for them as they are becomming less and less common.- I reccomend you look for alate 'U' or 'A' series with the 'swiss' lume dial.In favor of the 16750- true vintage watch with 'plastic' crystal- available with matte dial or gloss depending on preference- quckset dateBoth the 16700 and the 16750 will serve you well.Very well summed up. I have both and like you tend to wear the 16700 most often - great all rounder - mine is a U serial 'Swiss' dial so lume is reasonable. My local AD picked it up earlier this year as a trade in and it was fitted from new with a flip lock clasp with dive extension. Am looking out for a 16710 now - had one a few years back and regrettably flipped it.All the GMTs are great - hope you land a good one!
After the release of the Rolex GMT Master II, Rolex made a surprising move; they continued to produce and improve the original GMT Master with their own continuous line. One of these variations is the GMT Master ref.
Produced for a surprisingly long time - from 1988 to 1999 - the Rolex GMT Master ref. 16700 replaced the ref. 16750, which was introduced around the same time as the new and innovative GMT Master II ref.
Rolex 16700 Review
The new GMT Master model was actually less expensive than its counterpart, the GMT Master II, but retained some of its features.This example here is in outstanding condition. The “SWISS” only dial is a rare specimen as it is only found on late U and A serials like this one. It is crisp with no defects and with a nice glossy black background contrasting with the luminova indexes and hands.The rotating black bezel is in great condition too. Furthermore, the case remains totally unpolished with super sharp bevels. Same happens with the case back, which still preserves the original sticker.It comes on the correct 78390 Oyster bracelet with no stretch and fully linked.It is accompanied by its original punched warranty, booklets, calendars, card holder and inner and outer boxes all original to the watch with the appropriate reference stickers.The watch is running at COSC specs.