Rolex GMT-Master II – Legendary Dual-Time Travel Watch with Iconic Aviation Heritage
(Stainless Steel / Automatic / Professional GMT Sports Watch)

Brand: Rolex
Model: GMT-Master II
Reference: 16710
Gender: Men (also suitable for unisex wear)
Case Diameter: 40mm

The Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 16710 is one of the most celebrated and collectible sports watches in Rolex history. Introduced in 1989 as the successor to the GMT-Master ref. 16750, the 16710 was designed for international travelers and aviation professionals requiring the ability to track multiple time zones simultaneously. Featuring an independently adjustable 24-hour hand and interchangeable bezel inserts, the model became available in several iconic configurations, including the "Pepsi" (red and blue), "Coke" (red and black), and all-black bezel variants. Produced until approximately 2007, the 16710 is widely regarded as the last classic aluminum-bezel GMT-Master II and remains a favorite among collectors for its versatility, proportions, and historical significance.

Key Features

• Case: 40mm Oyster case crafted from Rolex Oystersteel, offering exceptional durability and timeless proportions.

• Bezel: Bidirectional rotating 24-hour bezel available in Pepsi (red/blue), Coke (red/black), or black aluminum insert configurations for tracking a second or third time zone.

• Dial: Black dial featuring luminous hour markers, Mercedes hands, and a red GMT hand for quick second-time-zone reference.

• Movement: Rolex Calibre 3185 or later Calibre 3186 automatic GMT movement, depending on production year.

• Power Reserve: Approximately 48 hours.

• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with Rolex's signature Cyclops magnification lens over the date display.

• Crown: Screw-down Triplock winding crown providing enhanced water resistance and reliability.

• Caseback: Solid Oyster caseback ensuring robust protection for the movement.

• Bracelet: Oyster bracelet in stainless steel with Oysterlock safety clasp. Certain production years were also available with Jubilee bracelets.

• Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date display, GMT function, and independently adjustable local hour hand.

• Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM).

Suitable For

The Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 16710 is ideal for collectors seeking one of the most versatile and historically important Rolex sports watches ever produced. Its slim case profile, aluminum bezel, and classic proportions make it highly wearable, while the GMT complication remains exceptionally practical for travelers and professionals operating across multiple time zones.

Perfect for daily wear, business travel, aviation enthusiasts, and serious Rolex collectors, the 16710 offers a unique balance between vintage charm and modern functionality. Many enthusiasts consider it the last true "classic" GMT-Master II before Rolex transitioned to larger cases, ceramic bezels, and modern bracelet designs.