Rolex GMT Master II “16718”

This specific GMT Master II is an exceptional combination of enthusiast appreciated details, with a silhouette that is instantly recognizable. The N serial dates this reference 16718 to 1991, with the watch being sourced from the original purchasing family along with the original box. The 7206 rivet bracelet is quintessential vintage Rolex and shows almost zero stretch. The watch has most certainly been polished (While retaining a prominent clasp crown) and shows honest wear from use. In 18 karat gold, it genuinely feels like a special occasion every. single. time. you wear it.

Overview:

What is the most recognizable watch of all time? One that could be appreciated and recognized by both those who know watches, and those who couldn’t care less. You could argue the Omega Speemaster fits the bill, and certainly picking the Rolex Day-date would take little convincing. The correct answer is the GMT Master.

Rolex released the GMT master in conjunction with Pan-Am Airlines as a tool watch for pilots to track multiple time zones in the mid-fifties. Air travel was a novel and exclusive experience at the time, which made these watches more a symbol of the “jet set lifestyle” rather than simply a tool. Each iteration of the GMT master has stayed true to its original form. only small details have changed such as material, bezel designs, and later a hacking feature for the 24-hour hand on the GMT master II (Which has remained in their lineup to this day).

This Watch:

This watch sports a rivet bracelet with almost no stretch. Despite the watch being polished, the crown on the clasp is still pronounced and sharp. The bezel and dial are pristine. The crystal shows a small chip only on the cyclops. The case has been polished and has wear consistent with its age. All functions including the hacking mechanism work, winding is smooth, and the bezel still has a crisp click as it rotates.

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