Rolex GMT Master watches

History of the Rolex GMT-Master watch

In 1954, the first GMT (Greenwich Meridian Time) reference appeared: the 6542. This watch was initially designed for airline pilots working for Pan American World Airways to meet their need for a second time zone. The latter is indicated with a central arrow-shaped hand that makes it possible to read the time on the exterior bezel, which has a 24-hour display that can be adjusted thanks to a bidirectional rotating graduated bezel. The watch also features a date window at 3 o’clock. Boasting a two-colour Bakelite bezel and occasionally a white dial for Pan American Airlines pilots, the reference was manufactured for 5 years and subsequently replaced by reference 1675, which was made for more than 20 years.

The reference 16750 was released between 1981 and 1988 and followed by the 16700 (transitional reference), then the 16710 in 1989, which featured various bezels: “Pepsi” (blue and red), “Coke” (black and red) and “Batman” (black and blue). Finally, the latest version, presented in Basel in 2017 and featuring a ceramic bezel, helped increase the popularity of this mythical watch.

Value of the Rolex GMT-Master

Rolex GMT-Master watches are a must when it comes to luxury watches on the second-hand market. According to LuxPrice-Index, 5% in volume of Rolex watches sold at auctions are Rolex GMT-Master watches. As such, the average price of a Rolex GMT-Master has multiplied by 10 between 2003 and 2016, for all models on the second-hand market.

As with all watches available on Collector Square, Rolex GMT-Master watches are entirely examined, appraised, checked and guaranteed for 1 year by our specialist watchmakers in our workshop. The movement is monitored to ensure its authenticity based on its reference and age. All our Rolex GMT-Master watches are dispatched worldwide within 24 hours.

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Dispatched within 24 hrs

All items are in stock at Collector Square and shipped within 24 hours worldwide.

Delivery is secure and carried out by professional carriers (DHL or UPS) between 9am and 6pm:
-France: €30, within 2 working days (6 days for Corsica)
-Europe: delivery is €40, within 2 working days.
-Hong Kong: delivery is HK$850, within 3 to 4 working days.
-Rest of the world: delivery is €90, within 6-8 working days.

These fees may evolve above €15,000.

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Authentication before online release

All items are delivered with their certificate of expertise. Each item is expertly evaluated before being placed online and examined by our experts:
- expert in bags: Jérôme Lalande
- expert in watches: Romain Réa
- expert in jewellery: Thierry Stetten

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Authentication before online release

All items are delivered with their certificate of expertise. Each item is expertly evaluated before being placed online and examined by our experts:
- expert in bags: Jérôme Lalande
- expert in watches: Romain Réa
- expert in jewellery: Thierry Stetten

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14 days to change your mind

You have 14 days counting from the day you receive your item (the legal withdrawal period) in which to return it to us. The item must be returned in the same condition as when it was sold.

After 14 days, you have the option of exchanging your item for another using the Collector Switch service.

For further information, please contact our customer service.

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The history of Rolex GMT Master

History of the Rolex GMT-Master watch In 1954, the first GMT (Greenwich Meridian Time)

Rolex GMT Master watches

History of the Rolex GMT-Master watch

In 1954, the first GMT (Greenwich Meridian Time) reference appeared: the 6542. This watch was initially designed for airline pilots working for Pan American World Airways to meet their need for a second time zone. The latter is indicated with a central arrow-shaped hand that makes it possible to read the time on the exterior bezel, which has a 24-hour display that can be adjusted thanks to a bidirectional rotating graduated bezel. The watch also features a date window at 3 o’clock. Boasting a two-colour Bakelite bezel and occasionally a white dial for Pan American Airlines pilots, the reference was manufactured for 5 years and subsequently replaced by reference 1675, which was made for more than 20 years.

The reference 16750 was released between 1981 and 1988 and followed by the 16700 (transitional reference), then the 16710 in 1989, which featured various bezels: “Pepsi” (blue and red), “Coke” (black and red) and “Batman” (black and blue). Finally, the latest version, presented in Basel in 2017 and featuring a ceramic bezel, helped increase the popularity of this mythical watch.

Value of the Rolex GMT-Master

Rolex GMT-Master watches are a must when it comes to luxury watches on the second-hand market. According to LuxPrice-Index, 5% in volume of Rolex watches sold at auctions are Rolex GMT-Master watches. As such, the average price of a Rolex GMT-Master has multiplied by 10 between 2003 and 2016, for all models on the second-hand market.

As with all watches available on Collector Square, Rolex GMT-Master watches are entirely examined, appraised, checked and guaranteed for 1 year by our specialist watchmakers in our workshop. The movement is monitored to ensure its authenticity based on its reference and age. All our Rolex GMT-Master watches are dispatched worldwide within 24 hours.

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