The Real Thing? Rolex GMT-Master II 'Coke' Stick Dial - This Week's Watch | TheWatchGuys.tv

[@tonysheabo]

This is what sets your channel apart from those inferior KZbin channels like Hodinkee, they don’t use Buzz Lightyear to show differences in their watches - pure class!!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

They sure don’t 😂

[@rossmacdonald6089]

Stunning watch, to me the coke is so much better than the pepsi, totally agree on vintage over new styling / font as well.

[@David-lp2fv]

Pleased I got a Batman to sit next to my Hulk. I also have an Omega 57 broad arrow, but looking to trade it... any suggestions on what to buy ? Want a strap, rather than a bracelet watch £5k ish and different to the Rolex’s.

[@MrBridark]

@TheWatchGuys tell me you had a bot for the kurono chronograph preorder.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

No

[@41778055]

With the aqua terra do you get both straps or bracelet only? I love both I couldn't decide which to buy

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

You have to choose one or the other, sadly

[@41778055]

@@TheWatchGuysTV gotta be the bracelet then, congratulations 👍

[@dbluxurywatches2284]

Correct me if I am wrong but the fist ref number for the GMT was 6542 not 6242 🤷‍♂️

[@CokeWithIceAndLemon]

Im in the market for an unworn vintage GMTMaster, do you have a website sir?

[@niallohanlon3308]

Love that it’s such a complete set. And agree about desirability of older vs newer versions.

[@allenhaines317]

Gorgeous watch! I have a 1984 GMT-Master II with the Coke bezel and it's one of my favorite watches. Mine is not a stick dial (not available in that vintage), but it is the limited 16760 version, known as the "Fat Lady" or the more flattering, "Sophia Loren."

[@jafer4741]

The old metal coloured bezels really had a wonderful glow about them.

[@TheRunningManZ]

I think I’d just wear it myself. But I guess you have sooo many watches. Cool you picked up the Omega, I do think it’s about as an interesting a watch as they have in their offering currently.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Agreed

[@j308s7]

Hi,very interesting,how do you sell the watches leaving your collection? To the trade/private etc?

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

It depends who is most suitable and on the type of watch.

[@CoreyWBaker]

The coke has been my favourite Rolex for as long as I remember, over taking the all black sub which was my dream watch from when I was just four.

[@andrpers14]

Would be interested to hear your thoughts on Ming watches. Waiting for the 27.02 myself, but their up coming mosaic chrono looks crazy as do all of their special projects collection

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Almost bought a Ming, but in the end I couldn't stomach the high premium

[@Saints-Forever]

The pre-ceramic Rolex is definately a much comfortable watch on the wrist and easier to the eyes than the ceramic version. The bezel colour in the ceramic doesn't come close to the vibrant colour of the aluminum insert. If I were you Damian, I would keep it for future appreciation and you will start wearing it more often when you get older😅

[@kahuhipajae4088]

Absolutely beautiful watch, what a find!! Cant wait for the new "Coke" to come out.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

If indeed there is one coming

[@oktfg]

Interesting perspective on satisfying an itch and trying to avoid the pitfalls that comes with desire that leads to the watch wearing you, instead of wearing the watch.

[@matthewdale956]

Nice watch, full set is always nice but why are the booklets in Italian when the watch was purchased in Derby ?

[@EyeInTheSkypaulmcmenamin]

On the modern pepsi the 'blue' looks more like a shade of purple when it's alongside the vintage pepsi.

[@robertschmidt9584]

Never dying publicly what I have, but finding a 3196 with matchstick error dial would be a grail in any collection. Beautiful timepiece you have there! I would enjoy just looking at it

[@Remrcm]

The coke is the most beautiful watch. Perfect.

[@hasantopcu2213]

I know the video isn’t focused on this but I’m really happy that you could get the Omega Damian! I wish these special edition watches and cars could just always go to people who would adore them and use them frequently...

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Omega episode coming next week

[@hasantopcu2213]

@@TheWatchGuysTV can’t wait 🤞🏻

[@simongoddard8490]

Good news you got the Omega... did you give them another chance or find one elsewhere?

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Who another chance?

[@simongoddard8490]

Sorry, Charles Fox. I mentioned they had one after your last video.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Oh I would never buy something from there again

[@sdcoinshooter]

What a classic, it will never be out of style.

[@davidburgess4638]

Can’t wait for the Omega review!

[@michaelbrady9364]

Absolutely love this coke model. My favourite GMT.

[@DeeKay84]

austin daniels would love this watch

[@Greggieboy76]

The Buzz Lightyear bit, just killed me :-) :-)

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Thought you'd appreciate that

[@Ten.to.one.handmade]

Great vid! I have a 97 coke version but with all the extra bezels and both bracelets. Love the hollow end links and being able to mix up the bezels and straps. probably the only rolex I will never sell as it's so versatile

[@nkonig1]

Ok I need to know more about the Buzz Lightyear dolls. Whose are they, the kid’s or the big kid’s? The coke is my favourite colour combination of the gmt. The red looks so much more vibrant.

[@Richspjones]

Great video, Damian. but never apologise for getting 'too nerdy'! Loved the Buzz reference too. But please, just wear this watch more, it deserves it, and if you bash it, then it adds character to the watch! Cheers, Rich

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Noted!

[@frankv7068]

Lol this reminds me when I was a sneaker collector, all different little details that make things collectable.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Yes, exactly

[@captnagrom8178]

Great episode, Thanks Damien

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Thanks, Capt

[@wb2194]

I have a 2005 16710 (Not a stick dial) and I wear it quite often. I paid $5300 for it new in 2009. When I took it in for service the Jeweler offered to buy it from me for $13000. I think mainly because they only had a couple of Rolex watches in stock.

[@Smitlors]

I agree about the bezel looks much more classic I prefer it also have you seen the Rolex Daytona Avatar? And would you get one?

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I’ve not seen that, what is it?

[@Smitlors]

@@TheWatchGuysTV It's a dark metal daytona with Avatar blue highlights and a textured kind of sunburst style face I have seen one online for about 40 grand crazy money but I thought it was so striking I thought I would bring it up

[@djones1304]

To me the non maxi dial looks wider/bigger. Less clustered help with this.

[@justinweisberg1634]

I have an Invicta pro diver with a coke bezel and a white dial. Really pops and I love it.

[@SKIAL95]

Love when you find a new channel like this. Watched a number of the carguys videos over the last few years. Never knew you had a watch channel too! Very refreshing, subscribed

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Welcome aboard!

[@leeharding8306]

Always liked these. The quality and fit and finish looks awesome and they are very collectible. Especially the one with the wings that pop out sideways. The watches were boring 😂

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@MD-qp8gj]

Well, that Omega is epic!

[@Spiderx7756]

Haha loved the buzz lightyear comparison. Just an FYI I had a super rare silver chrome buzz lightyear. (I’ve been told it’s rare anyway)

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Yes they are super cool

[@mrb317]

I was a bit confused until buzz light year came on. Then it all made sense.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

😂😂😂😂

[@BWo-bb1yw]

i have never scratched my aluminum bezel, i am hard on the watches i ware

[@jannovotny9630]

Another great watch, another great video. I have to agree on the bezel inserts; they have bags of charm and a lovely colour, far superior to the cerachrome. I hate to admit it but I'm more partial to the crowd pleasing pepsi. But the coke is still drop dead gorgeous. Congrats on the new Omega, enjoy it in good health. Lastly your views should go to infinity and beyond. See what I did there😀

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Cheers, Jan - great to have you watching

[@Ds92817]

You’ve got your reference numbers wrong, the Bakelite bezel was the 6542, not the 6242 as you say.

[@imranbecks]

Raymond Reddington approves both watches.

[@kevincockburn7805]

Have to agree the older version is better looking than the modern variety's. A bit like modern cars, too much bloat on the newer stuff.

[@martint8017]

Congrats on the Omega, looking forward to the review

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Coming soon!

[@Dhhcnkk]

Looking forward to the Omega review. Great video.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Coming soon!

[@khalilmohammed9077]

Again brilliant video with a lot of history regarding the GMT iconic piece!! Welldone on another well researched video production!! Thanks for the history on the stick dial

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ronaldmiddlemiss2331]

Great information, like you I also have a Rolex coke 2007 stick dial , but I don't have a 3185 movement mine is the 3186 movement, it gets even more complicated now , they say this movement was put into watches at about z7 however mine is a z48 , I've had the back off and yes it does have a 3186 movement, being a z48 it had a paper guarantee, it originated in Hong Kong where a lot of the sticks went to so can you explain how a mid z has a 3186 movement? Ronnie

[@archibaldchimpin]

Much prefer the older models

[@terryfenner8142]

Another great episode Damien, love that Rolex coke and adore your new omega, that thing is special... I too have recently dipped my toe into the vintage watch scene with a Seiko 6139-6002 blue dial Pepsi bezel.. definitely the cheaper end of the vintage market 😂

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Nice

[@JiTamp]

Congrats on the Coke, it's beautiful piece. I love my F-Serial coke. Cheers...

[@winstonmclauchlan379]

Absolutely fantastic looking watch you have just taught me how to recognise the stick dial il have a look at mine and see great video thanks 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johnharrison8029]

Coincidentally, I picked up a year 2000 Pepsi GMT in very similar condition on Friday. It's the wrong year for a stick dial - not that I knew they existed or indeed would be able to discern one, even with my best reading glasses on. I'm a vintage fan through and through so much prefer the look and proportions of the pre maxi dial watches. I have 4 vintage Rolex now, but no desire to own a modern one despite them not being hugely different. Takes all sorts I suppose.

[@dbluxurywatches2284]

Great full set but unfortunately wrong box for the watch. Box u have is a post late 2014 box. Give me a shout, I will send you an original box for the year 👍

[@dbluxurywatches2284]

Unless u got the boxes mixed up. U have enough 😂

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I'll have to check 😀

[@fraserpark8377]

@@dbluxurywatches2284 Hi Dean. I’d be interested in purchasing a period correct box if you have one?

[@jrnicholls1127]

Hi, I enjoyed that. I have one and love it.

[@chriszivoder2650]

I had the Buzz Lightyear with the wings that popped out horizontally, oh I was robbed, the other version is so much better.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I know, right?

[@nigelthomas5476]

Another great video Damian, informative, presented well and just plain all around enjoyable - like the car channel. I found this one as I had missed it, as I’m looking to moving on a ‘93 16613 Submariner which was a gift from the not so wonderful ”X”… anyway need to move that on bad karma and all😳 As I originally wanted a GMT, gifted the Submariner, I’m now trying to source one. I’ve grown found of the Coke bezel versions and in particular the 16710 - you have a beautiful example and the perfect year, 2007 - congrats. Thanks for the videos, their are truly enjoying to watch - both WG and CG channels. Cheers

[@mikefry5704]

Great vlog great watch enjoy

[@thesportingprofessor3011]

Glad you are uploading more again!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I try

[@barrylattuca5352]

Personally, I would choose the Batman that you showed in video. But, I am just splitting hairs, thought. They are all special in their own way. The Batman is just a personal preference of mine.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Everyone needs a Batman

[@barrylattuca5352]

@@TheWatchGuysTV Honestly, I do not understand how people live without one😎 I am hoping Tudor comes out with their version of a Batman in the 41 Black Bay.

[@alk3419]

Another nice review, well done! I would make you an offer but A) judging by some of your replies to comments I don't think you've ever sold a watch, and B) I just picked up a mint Sophia Loren and I love her :)

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Fair enough!

[@egold1006]

I purchased a Loren in 1987, was a R serial sample. Needed minor polishing to remove slight case scratches. Offered to me at $1550.00. I think it was 2100.00 at retail. Seeing online vintage models going for 10 times what I paid.

[@user-nl8bm5wc7p]

Looking forward to the video about the Seamaster Aqua terra worldtimer!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

👍👍

[@МихаилБегунов-б8с]

Perfect review of your Buzz Lightyear collection! Well done ! Would like to see Lightning McQueen collection review lmao 😂😂😂. Great watch vid btw!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Coming soon!

[@eugenejohnson7755]

Nice watches. Merry Christmas.

[@TubeRobRoy]

I think you are wrong on not daring to bang it up. Everything is replaceable on the Rolex, you bang up the ring, you can cheaply replace it. Same with the bracelet. Worst case you bang up the side of the watch you can use laser and get those deep cuts out, enjoy the watch, I have the same stick dial, going to use it everwhere! :)

[@j.burgess4459]

My Mystic Meg prediction is that Rolex will reintroduce a "coke bezel" to the current ceramic GMT2 line-up in the very near future. I wouldn't rule out a "kermit bezel" (green-black combo) at some point either. As for me, just gotta slum it in Gotham City with a BLNR :-D

[@FayeClegg]

Of course that is coming. You only have to look for the mock ups and renditions of them on a jubilee bracelet. They look beautiful

[@TheBiggerrich]

Stick dial mentioned in two consecutive videos 😉

[@panagiotisathanasopoulos]

Since we are talking about Pepsi. What about the Tudor GMT Pepsi? I would buy it but you know 100% for sure you will get the date wheel issue... So I'm holding back... Staying with my BB58 Black for now

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Check out my episode on my whole Tudor collection, which includes the GMT

[@TheBennobond]

I really enjoy your videos (on both channels)! I am afraid the box of the coke is not correct, it appears to be too modern, nor is the Italian manual. However, that’s a minute thing to change, if you wish to in the first place.

[@solostrikesback4904]

Good video. Being different and offering something fresh is difficult on youtube. The fact you have real examples of these high value pieces is very useful for people to understand the differences/benefits/cons of each piece. May I suggest a companion video for vintage and modern subs. If you are genuinely interested in selling your coke please let me know as I am very interested in purchasing such a piece.

[@booyahdex]

That isn't the box that came with the watch isn't it? I recall the older modern boxes had a darker shade of green to them, and there wasn't a 'flap' for the papers. Nonetheless great video and content!

[@gscutaru]

Spot on the comparison with Buzz Lightyear.. :) Great job! Also, congratulations on the Omega - looks very cool. Now you got me eaching for one :D. Cheers for the great show and detailed explanations, see you next Sunday!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@padleydaley]

Nice video, well done!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Thank you very much!

[@markplayford5836]

He he bet it won’t leave for as little as double the original purchase price. You bought well sir. ☺️

[@rivaterrier]

Be careful, woody will be jealous.

[@BWo-bb1yw]

got it!

[@andrewgee2775]

That is wonderful. Love it. Cheers

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Tone_Jammer]

Sell it to Austin Daniels, he will Love it!

[@dbluxurywatches2284]

Correct outer box though 👍

[@ezraaboksis421]

I'll buy the coke if it's for sale.

[@moiLawUk]

Would the price drop if rolex released a new cola version?

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

No, the opposite most likely

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

Another great one!

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Glad you think so!

[@dgb6355]

I prefer by far the 5 digits Rolex vs the 6 digits. They were the last tool watches made by Rolex. The new ones are better watches, more technical, better bracelet etc... But the old ones have more charm. If you can get one with a 3186 movement in it, these are the most collectible 16710 to have. Thanks for sharing

[@Juanpasilver]

Agree on the 5 vs the 6 digit GMTs. I own a pristine condition P serial year 2000 Pepsi. Not sure if the 3186 movement ones will be the most collectible though. There is a trade off between that and the lug holes of the previous version. I personally prefer the ones with 3185 movement just because of the lug holes in the case, which give them an even more vintage feel. Anyways, both are beautiful watches to keep.

[@tyeben]

Lovely watches hopefully one day they will be worth so much money you can buy the Ferrari F40 back

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

👍

[@andremelo_82]

I would love to see the review of the Rolex Milgauss, it is a watch that I'm hopping to buy in the future, and I think that you haven't yet review it, love these channel Damian.

[@matthewdale956]

I think it’s the only Rolex he hasn’t got 😂

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I am absolutely doing that, Andre. I’m a fan of the Milgauss

[@matthewdale956]

@@TheWatchGuysTV glad you like it, most don’t seem to give it much love, I love it 🥰

[@andremelo_82]

@@TheWatchGuysTV looking for to watch that episode

[@matthewdale956]

@@andremelo_82 the Z blue is stunning 🤩

[@Aaronozard]

@thewatchguys loving the channel , great videos 😎

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Thanks

[@christianpalmqvist3836]

Great video! Thanks! This it actually my best buy never made... I had the chance of buying a 2007 stick dial 3186 Pepsi a couple of years ago for £5500... I didn’t really see the value of that nerdieness so I backed down. Ever since I have been chasing the right stick dial. Yours seems fantastic even if it’s a coke and not 3186 but hey, you can’t get it all can you? Please ping me when you consider selling and let’s have a chat about it.

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

This watch is going to be sold on brand new auction site, WatchCollecting.com launching in March.

[@RobertGeez]

Ref 6542.

[@gregwilliams5637]

I would truly appreciate the watch, im just broke!

[@martinboulden3540]

Delicious.

[@nkonig1]

Please don’t whip your Woody out in the next video

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

I promise :)

[@dbluxurywatches2284]

Edit the serial number out when u show the papers.

[@Tone_Jammer]

£2500! Give me a time machine.

[@Ninja_Revenge]

2500 GBP is true price of SS Rolex, not 12500.

[@ryanpatterson9526]

Where's the other guy in "watch guys?"

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Sadly he doesn’t have the time for the channel and the low amount of revenue it brings.

[@Gianni2002]

Men… i long for a classic coke gmt, too bad they’re just unsenselessly overpriced.

[@CoffeeMadeMeSay]

Same price as a black sub 14-15k

[@Gianni2002]

@@CoffeeMadeMeSay yeah around that

[@mattylf1]

You just happened to have two Buzz Lightyears hanging around ? 😂. Lovely looking watch but I think I prefer the Kermit. 🐸

[@TheWatchGuysTV]

Who hasn't got at least 2 (and 1 sealed in the box, obv)