December 29th, 1988
Exactly 30 years ago I purchased this Rolex 16760 at Beyer in Zurich with the Jubilee bracelet shown in the picture. Still today it is one of my favorite watches. A couple of years later, I also purchased an Oyster bracelet, but most of the time I wear th...
Happy 30Y!
Great watch. I will be celebrating 20 years next year with my friend Rolex. Best Blomman
Awaiting your post with some pictures.
Thank you and sorry for my late reply. Best René
For me that is really annoying practice by brands
Also dear Rene I love the look of your GMT on Jubilee bracelet thinking of it I like GMT on Jubilee best...it even rhymes . Cheers D
It’s rather unfortunate that the dial was changed...
But maybe it was done to avoid any water condensation or remnants thereof given that you mentioned some water entered into the watch. Be that as it may, rejoice for having such a great watch and a keeper! Thanks for sharing the story!
Thank you.
There was just some humidity inside the case. I noticed it when washing the hands with cold water. I think they changed because of health reasons, due to the radiation from tritium lume, even if the radiation should be very low. Best René
It seems that they also changed the hands... BUT there is a solution: Hunt a set of hands and a tritium dial!
Not an easy game, I admit, but it is worth it. Happy 30th! I am a big fan of the " Fat Lady ". Best, nicolas
Thank you and a Happy New Year also to you.
Sorry to all for my very late replies! René
