Lot 155

Rolex

GMT-Master II Pepsi

An attractive wristwatch with date and 24h indicator in near mint condition - with Rolex guarantee card

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In 2018, Rolex launched a new Pepsi, the GMT-Master II with blue/red bezel, creating one of the most sought-after Rolex references. It combines the classic look of the Pepsi with cutting-edge technology. The Rolex classic has a black dial with a central red/white 24h luminous hand and a rotating Cerachrom bezel with 24h indication.

The story of the GMT Master is that of an aviator’s watch: The American airline PanAm wanted to supply their pilots and navigators with a sturdy watch with a second time zone and approached Rolex for the development of such a timepiece. The result was the GMT Master with an additional 24-hour hand that was linked to the 12-hour hand; right from the beginning the model also featured the characteristic Cyclops lens. In 1985 Rolex launched the GMT-Master II, which - looking practically identical to its predecessor - allowed moving the 12-hour hand back and forth in hour steps, independently from the 24-hour hand.