Introduced in 1954, the now cult classic Rolex GMT was initially designed as a pilots and travelers watch with its roots tied to Pan Am. The first examples featured a "Pepsi" bezel insert which provided ease of use for deciphering day/night in an alternate time-zone and remains in production to this day. Over the decades, various iterations of the GMT have been released from the "Root Beer" to the blue "Batman." Today, the GMT is as practical as it is popular with collectors, offering great beauty in it's vintage and neo-vintage examples which have taken on their own unique character over the decades. 

This example, circa '82 is fresh to market and comes directly from the son of the original owner. To preserve its history we have included a hand signed letter of provenance as well as a photo of the original owner and his two sons. Amazingly, this piece was acquired while he was stationed in Egypt from '80-'83 as the Head Geology for British Petroleum. It was later gifted to his son for his 18th birthday, after which it was cherished and worn sparingly. We could not be more thrilled to offer this beautiful "transitional" GMT which falls into the end of the "matte dial" era, benefitting from the addition of a quickset date. This piece has remained in fantastic vintage condition with light cream and mint condition dial, beautifully faded bezel and sharp, unpolished case/bracelet. It is not common we come across an uncirculated watch after 43 years and we're delighted to present you your next adventure companion. 

Dial: Fantastic preservation no notable blemished under a loupe. All of the tritium plots have aged evenly and match the hands. Bezel insert: Is fantastic and highly attractive with a "pinkish" hue in the lower half. There are normal signs of use consistent with age but nothing distracting. Hands: Are matching. All of their lume is present and stable. Case: Extremely sharp with original chamfers still visible. All of the lugs are thick and even. Correct signed crown. Bracelet: Is a 93150 with 580 end links and believed to have been on the timepiece since it was new. It appears unpolished displaying a strong coronet and displays light stretch. Retains 11 links and will fit an approximate 7.25 inch wrist. Crystal: No cracks. There are some scratches that could be buffed out but we opted to preserve its history for the next custodian. Accessories: NA The movement is running well on our timegrapher and comes with our 6-month mechanical warranty.

Year/era: 1982 Reference: 16750 Serial: 710XXXX Dimensions: 40mm wide, 20mm lug width. Movement: Automatic Rolex caliber 3075.