Black
Pepsi
Coke
Just curious as to which colour (Rolex) GMT insert people generally prefer. I'm only suggesting the three classics here, so apologies to those who like the latest blue/black ceramic.
Friendly suggestion, why don't you POST A PHOTO... sorry... post a photo of the various choices.Originally Posted by Mouse
Would be rather helpful in a post comparing different watches to see the options, even if we possibly know what they look like.
black...and blue :)
Pepsi, seen enough photos to know.
Good idea, honestly........but as it'd mean nicking pics of the net that don't belong to me, then I figured it wouldn't be the done thing. Not lucky enough to own all three colour variants of the GMT myself either :-(
All I can offer is the Pepsi
Coke > Pepsi
I actually like all of em, but coke does get more use for me
That's all I need to see. Very nice.Good idea, honestly........but as it'd mean nicking pics of the net that don't belong to me, then I figured it wouldn't be the done thing. Not lucky enough to own all three colour variants of the GMT myself either :-(
All I can offer is the Pepsi
Thanks Richard.
The reason for the poll is that I do have genuine black and coke inserts available to fit (though the 16700 only ever came in pepsi or black options). I just sometimes wonder if the pepsi is a bit too 'loud'....the 'black' too understated.......and maybe that the 'coke' is a good compromise - though that would mean making the watch 'unoriginal'.......arrghhh.
For now it remains on the pepsi as that's the one I guess everyone really associates with the GMT (thanks Magnum!), but interested to know what other's think :-)
I personally don't find the Pepsi to be particularly versatile, however iconic. I'd rarely wear it with a suit, for example, but that's probably just me. Can't think of many better sporty watches in the rolex stable though and I like the fact you can switch straps and inserts to completely change the look
Black for me (16710LN). I did ask my local AD if they could supply a Pepsi (I prefer the black, but nice to have the option), but they said they could only supply what was originally on the watch :(
Pepsi. Its a classic for a reason.
BLNR if only rolex sports cases weren't now the size of a house.
Thought I would throw a curved ball in !
Coke for me
Another curve ball here, but I'll say that is ok for a change. The rest of the time it's Pepsi all the way!
For some reason though, I have recently found myself strangely drawn to a black insert on a NATO.
Watch this space!
The coke is a good look
But I do rather like this: ( although it isn't mine or my picture)
And I do like the look of a faded Pepsi
Last edited by Clarky; 23rd November 2014 at 00:26.
With practice, it only takes about thirty seconds to change an insert. So it doesn't matter much, in my opinion.
That said — red and blue, if I had to go with only one.
But they're all good.
Curve balls are often good...
I've had both Pepsi and black (swapping out on the same watch). I much preferred the Pepsi.
Coke. When it comes to Pepsi, I think it works much better when at least a little faded and only on a matte dial. Bright insert and WG surrounds on the dial make it a bit too loud imo.
This old favourite doesn't come out often enough these days.
I prefer the coke myself as its a little less bling in comparison to the pepsi - That said, I do like the faded pepsi bezels.
In regard to the curve ball inserts which have been posted - I'm guessing they're after market? I've see some on ebay. What's the quality like and where are the best outlets/sellers located?
Cheers
Aaron
The all blue bezel i believe is a very rare genuine Rolex bezel. ( I pinched the picture from the Vintage Rolex forum)
I also think bobdog's all brownie red bezel is a rare genuine Rolex Bezel, but the green bezel is an aftermarket non Rolex bezel.
Pepsi for me!
Pepsi...because it was the original and only option when these three were made...
Black doesn't do it for me in the same way, on an old one..
For me, form follows function, and I can't imagine ever being in a position where I need the gaudy blues and reds on a bezel to tell me whether it's day or night.
That's why it has to be Black for me, and why I'll replace the Pepsi bezel on my 16750 for a plain black one at some point.
Another Pepsi fan.
Pepsi or Kermit :-)
Pepsi all the way
pepsi
As the dream is a Fat Lady, have to say Coke!
Pepsi, but i prefer it faded.
Otherwise black.
I voted Pepsi-but you should have included the BLNR-grail for me...another vote??
Bezel police!!!!! not line up to 12
Coke for me . . Although i think the strap options would be better with black (I would love to wear it on an orange nato!!!)
GMT function in use :-)Bezel police!!!!! not line up to 12
Pepsi
recently got back into one after pxing the original 12 years ago, nicely faded too.
Pepsi
Voted for Pepsi, it is more distinctive, IMHO. Then I would prefer the black one which is more classic, but makes the watch look more ordinary, IMHO.
In Photo's I always like the Pepsi bezel but in real life, it'd be black.
I voted Pepsi as I like the look of it, but could I spend my hard earned on it - I doubt it. Would have to be a bit more reserved for me I'm afraid...
Pepsi. One of the firsts watches I recall wanting as a wee lad and the one I'd buy if went for a Rolly
Voted coke, since i prefer the limited palette of black and red.
but i'm partial to a pepsi when i want to mix it up a bit.
I voted Pepsi - the classic choice, I think.
Really? Pretty small house...
Simon
Another vote for Pepsi here :-) I liked the black at first, but quickly found it a bit boring.
Chaps
The best combo is a Pepsi on a Jubilee bracelet - pure class.
Mick
yep
Changed my mind to Coke
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