Alright, folks, gather ’round. I’ve got a story for you, and it’s about my little adventure with a Rolex GMT-Master II, the “Root Beer” bezel one. I’ve always been into watches, not the super fancy stuff, but the ones that have a bit of history and look pretty cool. So, here’s how it all went down.
First off, I started digging around online, just to see what was out there. I was looking for this specific Rolex, the GMT-Master II with the “Root Beer” bezel. You know, the one with the brown and yellow colors? It’s a bit of a classic, and I’ve always thought it looked sharp.
I hit up a bunch of websites, forums, you name it. eBay was a big one – they’ve got tons of stuff, and I figured it would be a good place to start. And, let me tell you, there were a lot of options. Some were going for around $10,000, others were way up there, like $44,000. I even saw one from 1971, which was pretty cool, but not exactly what I was looking for.
Here’s what I learned during my little hunt:
- The “Root Beer” Rolex is either a GMT Master or a GMT Master II with a yellow and brown bezel. Pretty straightforward, right?
- There’s this newer model, the 126711CHNR, which mixes the old design with some new stuff. Looks pretty slick.
- The prices are all over the place. You can find them for around $13,000, but some are selling for over $44,000. Crazy, right?
After a lot of searching, I finally found one that caught my eye. It wasn’t brand new, but it was in great shape. And the price? Well, let’s just say it was a lot closer to $13,000 than $44,000. I pulled the trigger and bought it.
Waiting for it to arrive was like being a kid on Christmas Eve. And when it finally showed up, man, it was even better than I expected. The colors, the weight, the feel of it – it was just perfect.
So, that’s my story. I took a chance, did a bunch of research, and ended up with a watch that I absolutely love. It’s not just a timepiece; it’s like a little piece of history on my wrist. And every time I look at it, I’m reminded of the whole adventure of finding it.