Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Monaco, Jul 21, 2021

LOT 375

Rolex
Ref. 1675, GMT “Pepsi” Long E; stainless steel

EUR 8,000 - 12,000

USD 9,500 - 14,300 / HKD 74,000 - 112,000

Sold: EUR 9,100

Fine stainless steel self-winding wristwatch with black dial, date and 2 time zones


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-06-10-01

Good

HANDS Partially replaced

Patinated

HANDS Original

Brand Rolex

Model Gmt

Reference 1675

Year 1970

Movement No. Cal. 1570

Case No. 2400881

Bracelet Stainless steel Jubilé Rolex

Diameter 40 mm

Signature Case, Dial and Movement

Accessories Fitted box and warranty

Notes

Rolex GMT
One of Rolex's first major clients was undoubtedly Pan American World Airways, one of the largest airlines founded in 1926. It is in 1954, probably at the request of "PAN AM", that Rolex designed the GMT. It is a pilot's wristwatch which, thanks to an additional hand and a blue and red bi-directional bezel, allows an instant reading of a second time zone. A watchmaking complication essential to the advent of long-haul flights, and therefore an essential tool for travelers. Its most iconic version is undoubtedly the reference 1675, created in 1960 and produced for 31 years!