The Rolex GMT-Master II 116710BLNR is a modern take on an iconic watch from the crown. The GMT-Master was the first watch to introduce a 24 hour hand for Pan Am at the request of pilots wanting to track their home time zone as well as that of which they were traveling to. These are the models that made the “Pepsi” bezels famous. The ref 116710BLNR continues in this tradition, and does so with a modern, Cerachrom bezel colored in blue and black, and has come to be lovingly known as the “Batman”. Inside this GMT-Master II beats the in-house Rolex caliber 3185, and automatic movement featuring a Parachrom hairspring and 48 hours of power reserve. On the wrist, the 116710BLNR wears substantially for its 40mm diameter thanks to thick lugs and a healthy case depth. It wears every bit the tool that it is. The Rolex GMT-Master II 116710BLNR (those letter, by the way, denote the BLue/NoiR bezel colors) retails for $8,950, with pre-owned examples currently trading north of $10,000.
Rolex GMT-Master II 116710BLNR
Style: Pilot
Release date: 2013
