Name: Rolex GMT-Master 16750
Brand: Rolex
SKU: WPS-146003
Price: 4350.00 GBP
Availability: Discontinued

Description

Up for sale is my Rolex GMT 16750 with box & papers including accessories

For those of you who know me will know I only buy the best and this is a great piece for your collection box or wrist.

It was sold to me as all original and unpolished.

Rolex UK has confirmed it is unmolested and born with a matte dial, however, can't say whether it is unpolished or not, only that it retains what looks like the original bevel (softened over the years)

Vintage is a subjective affair so have a look at the below pictures. Nothing has been Photoshopped or otherwise tampered with. Shot in natural light.

Serial: 7.2m (1981)
Movement: not to COSC but runs smoothly. Date changes bang on 12 and it winds with no issues
Case: excellent condition with thick lugs. There are small surface scratches and dings but Rolex UK says it can be brought back to factory finish and still retain flat lug-holes and meat on top
Dial: mint/flawless. Very nice even patina. Hands have light corrosion. No dial cracks, discolouration or other grim things. As good as it gets.
Bezel: original (soft teeth)
Insert: near mint. No fading and strong red/blue
Crystal: good condition. It has a few marks and would benefit from a light polish but it doesn't detract from the overall nice condition of the watch
Bracelet: brand new 78360/580 fitted by Rolex UK in March 2012. Some surface scratches on the 6 o'clock side. Comes with links shown in pictures. Clasp has plastics still attached.
Service history: none

It comes with:
Original Rolex guarantee papers (dated December, 1983, USA)
GMT Instructions booklet
Your Rolex Oyster booklet
Rolex inner green box

PRICE: £4,700 ONO

RMSD and insurance for full amount within the UK is included. For other locations please enquire for shipping and insurance cost

Payment by bank wire, cash or PayPal (buyer covers all fees).

Watch is located in NW London/Canary Wharf and I will welcome a face to face transaction at a mutually convenient place.

Many well known references are available.

Please email me with any questions and for many more pictures on puffy DOT watches AT gmail DOT com.

Returns within three days. Watch must not have been worn. Buyer pays for return shipping. Refund minus shipping and insurance.

Thanks guys.

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type: Automatic

Caliber: 3075

Power Reserve: 42h

Case

Material: Stainless steel

Diameter: 40 mm

Water Resist.: 100m/330ft

Crystal: Acrylic

Bezel: Bidirectional rotating aluminum bezel with 24-hour graduated insert

Dial & Strap

Dial: Black

Strap: Oyster bracelet

Production: 1981-1988

📖 About This Reference

The GMT-Master reference 16750 represents a transitional period for the model, bridging the gap between the long-running vintage reference 1675 and the modern five-digit references. It introduced significant technical updates while retaining much of the aesthetic character of its predecessor. This reference is notable for incorporating a quickset date function, a crucial advancement for user convenience that was absent in earlier GMT-Master models. It maintained the classic GMT-Master design language, making it appealing to collectors who appreciate both vintage aesthetics and improved functionality. This reference features a 40 mm stainless steel case, housing the automatic caliber 3075. This movement provides a power reserve of approximately 42 hours and includes the aforementioned quickset date complication. The watch is fitted with an acrylic crystal, consistent with its transitional vintage status, and offers water resistance up to 100 meters. The bidirectional rotating aluminum bezel with a 24-hour graduated insert allows for the tracking of a third time zone. For collectors, the 16750 is particularly interesting due to its relatively short production run and the combination of vintage and modern features. Early examples often feature matte dials, while later versions transitioned to gloss dials with white gold surrounds for the hour markers, offering distinct variations for enthusiasts. Its position as a transitional reference makes it a key piece in understanding the evolution of the GMT-Master line, appealing to those seeking a watch with both historical significance and enhanced practicality.