Rolex GMT-Master II 16710

Rolex GMT-Master II

Box : Yes Papers : Yes Age : 2000 Movement : automatic Case Size : 40mm Case : Stainless Steel Dial : Black Bracelet : Stainless Steel Oyster LOT : 78156 Location : London, United Kingdom Seller : Fastduck Currency : GBP KEY FACTS This Rolex GMT-Master II is offered by a private seller in the UK A neo-vintage example of Rolex's iconic travel watch Presented with a display box, warranty papers and manual, and wallet The vendor reports the watch to be in good working order ABOUT THIS WATCH Introduced in 1989, the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 16710 enjoyed a production run of almost 20 years until it was phased out in 2007 It is considered the last classically proportioned GMT-Master II thanks its more refined and wearable 40mm case compared to more contemporary references  It was also the last GMT-Master II to have an aluminium bezel insert; representing the end of an era for the more traditionally styled Rolex sports watches  The watch is paired with a blue and red ‘Pepsi’ bezel, a popular configuration for the GMT and one that echoes the original from 1954  With its design catering for trans-atlantic pilots, the watch’s GMT hand and 24-hour scale bezel allow the wearer to track multiple time zones simultaneously  Beneath the screw-down rear casing beats Rolex’s calibre 3185, a chronometer-certified movement with a 48-hour power reserve  The screw-down crown and Oyster case affords the watch with 100 metres of water resistance  The watch is paired with a satin finished Oyster bracelet