About This Watch:

The last of the GMT Master series produced by Rolex, the Ref 16700, ushered in a series of updates to the model, including introducing a sapphire crystal, applied white gold indexes, and the use of the Calibre 3175 movement.  The GMT 16700 was produced from 1988 until 1999 when the model gave way to the GMT Master II.

The History:  The Rolex brand needs no introduction.  Founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, these visionary men set out to do what had not been successfully and reliably done before.  Build a timepiece to be worn on the wrist that was both highly reliable, functional, durable, and stylish.  Wilsdorf’s dream was to create a watch that could accompany its owner through all facets of life and withstand any environment.  His innovative approach and high standards for quality re-shaped the watch industry as a whole.  It has made the Rolex name synonymous with quality, innovation, and elegance.  

The Watch:  The Rolex GMT Master Ref 16700 features a 40mm stainless steel case with a sapphire crystal.  Powered by a Calibre 3175 movement with a quickset date function, hacking seconds, and a 48-hour power reserve.  The 24-hour rotating bezel features a red and blue aluminum insert, known as the “Pepsi” configuration.  The dial features a mix of rectangular, circular, and triangle tritium-lumed hour markers with applied white gold surrounds and Mercedes-style hour and minute hands, as well as a red arrow-tipped GMT hand and a date window at the 3 o’clock position.

The Details:  This Rolex GMT Master Ref 16700 is in very good condition, with a case that has not been retouched, crisp lines, and wear consistent with the age of this timepiece.  Both sides of the case show wear and scratches, which are visible in the photographs.  The stainless steel Oyster Bracelet is also in good condition, with some wear present on the links and clasp.  This timepiece comes with both outer and inner boxes, guarantee certificate, Rolex polishing cloth, certificate holder, warranty booklet, service booklet, matching serial hang tag, and chronometer hang tag.