Rolex GMT-Master II
Built for Pan Am pilots to show two time zones, recognised by two-tone bezels such as 'Pepsi' and 'Batman'.
Introduced
1955 (GMT-Master), 1982 (II)
Typical UK second-hand price
£8,000–£25,000
Key references
| Reference | Notes |
|---|---|
| 1675 | Vintage GMT-Master with Pepsi bezel. |
| 16710 | Aluminium bezel, multiple colourways, until 2007. |
| 116710BLNR | 'Batman' blue/black ceramic. |
| 126710BLRO | Current 'Pepsi' ceramic on Jubilee. |
Collectible versions
1675 with original insert, 16710 with 'Stick Dial' variant.
What to check before buying
- Check the GMT hand sets independently.
- Ask for the serial and reference numbers privately, never in public photos.
- Compare the dial, hands and bezel with official reference photos for that exact reference.
- Ask for the most recent service receipt and who carried it out.
- View in person where possible, or have an independent watchmaker inspect it before paying.
Serial number on Rolex: Older watches carry the serial between the lugs at 6 o'clock. From around 2005–2008 it moved to the rehaut (inner bezel ring), engraved and visible through the crystal.
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