Name: Rolex GMT-Master 1675
Brand: Rolex
SKU: WPS-268986
Price: 32499.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Description

By 1960, the potential health risks associated with using Radium in watches particularly for dial painters (see: Radium Girls) were well-recognized. As a result, watch brands began phasing it out early in the decade.

During this transition, Rolex introduced a small lume dot below the 6:00 marker (!) to indicate the reduced Radium content in the dial and hands. This practice was short-lived, preceding the full switch to Tritium lume.

These "Exclamation Point" dials are highly desirable among collectors because they combine sought-after features: a gilt, chapter ring dial, pointed crown guard case, and lower Radium content, which is safer and ages more gracefully.

Exclamation Point dials are already rare, finding one in this condition is even more exceptional.

Brand: Rolex
Model: GMT-Master
Reference: 1601
Movement: 1575
Year: 1961
Case: 39mm
Strap: Gay Freres/Rolex 7206 oyster rivet bracelet, 58 endlinks & 63 clasp code.
Box & papers: No
Location: Los Angeles
Price: $32,499 or best offer

CONDITION & SERVICING
-The gilt dial is in excellent condition, showing only a light patina on the gloss.
-The hands and markers are matching in color.
-The pointed crown guard case features thick and even lugs. The lug chamfers are notably sharp and substantial, and the crown guards have largely maintained their original form.
-The 'Pepsi' bezel insert has aged to a stunning blue and red.
-Service history is unknown.

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type: Automatic

Caliber: Cal. 1575

Power Reserve: 42 hours

Case

Material: Yellow Gold

Diameter: 40mm

Water Resist.: 50m

Crystal: Acrylic

Bezel: Bidirectional rotating aluminum insert with 24-hour markings

Dial & Strap

Dial: Black

Strap: Oyster bracelet

Production: 1959-1980

📖 About This Reference

The GMT-Master reference 1675 is a significant model in the brand's history, representing an evolution from earlier GMT-Master references. It was produced for an extended period, allowing for numerous dial, bezel, and hand variations throughout its production run. This reference is notable for its introduction of crown guards, enhancing the watch's robustness and contributing to its distinct profile. It solidified the GMT-Master's design language, which would influence subsequent generations. This reference features a 40mm case, available in stainless steel, yellow gold, or a two-tone combination of steel and yellow gold. It is powered by the automatic Caliber 1575, a chronometer-certified movement known for its reliability and a power reserve of approximately 42 hours. The watch is fitted with an acrylic crystal and offers a water resistance of 50 meters, suitable for everyday wear. The bidirectional rotating bezel, typically with an aluminum insert, displays a 24-hour scale. For collectors, the 1675 is highly sought after due to its long production period and the resulting variety of configurations, including different dial types (gilt, matte), hand styles, and bezel colors (Pepsi, all-red, all-black). Its four-digit reference number and acrylic crystal are key characteristics that define it as a vintage Rolex. The reference appeals to those interested in the historical development of the GMT-Master line and the nuances of vintage watch collecting.