{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-ii-16710-from-2000","title":"ROLEX GMT-MASTER II","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Backstory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710: The Classic Rolex Travel Watch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the most recognizable Rolex sports watches. Rolex produced the reference from 1989 until 2007. It combines classic proportions with the ability to display multiple time zones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710 dates from 2000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Bucherer AG in Basel originally sold the watch on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27 April 2000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Furthermore, it comes as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull set with original Rolex papers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Rolex service documents from 2013 and 2016 are also included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, its most distinctive feature is the bezel. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealuminium bezel insert has naturally faded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to an unusual silver-grey tone. As a result, this GMT-Master II has a character entirely its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features of the Rolex GMT-Master II 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm Stainless-Steel Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Classic proportions from the five-digit generation of Rolex sports watches.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally Faded Aluminium Bezel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A distinctive silver-grey patina created through decades of ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Dial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Classic Rolex design with luminous hour markers and Mercedes hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed GMT Hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Displays an additional time zone using the rotating 24-hour bezel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex Calibre 3185\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Automatic movement with an independently adjustable local-hour hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOyster Bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Rolex's iconic three-link stainless-steel sports bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Set with Original Papers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Includes the original Rolex chronometer certificate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBucherer Basel Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Originally sold by Bucherer AG on 27 April 2000.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex Service History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Includes documented Rolex servicing from 2013 and 2016.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History of the Rolex GMT-Master II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe history of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e begins in the 1950s. At the time, international air travel was expanding rapidly. Therefore, pilots needed a practical way to track different time zones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GMT-Master soon became one of Rolex's defining professional watches. Later, the GMT-Master II introduced an independently adjustable local-hour hand. This allowed travellers to change local time without disturbing the GMT indication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex introduced the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGMT-Master II Ref. 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in 1989. The company continued producing it until 2007.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the reference occupies an interesting position in Rolex history. It combines modern functionality with many traditional Rolex design elements. For example, it has a sapphire crystal and a reliable automatic movement. At the same time, it retains a slim case and an aluminium bezel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsequently, the 16710 offers an attractive bridge between vintage and modern Rolex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Is the Faded Bezel Special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminium bezel inserts can develop unique characteristics over time. In particular, sunlight and regular wear can gradually change their colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Rolex GMT-Master II models use ceramic bezels. These are designed to retain their colour. Aluminium inserts, however, can develop a distinctive patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bezel on this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has faded significantly. Today, it presents with an unusual \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esilver-grey appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have chosen to preserve the bezel in its current condition. Therefore, its natural ageing remains an important part of the watch's history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoreover, the faded bezel creates an almost monochromatic appearance. This gives the watch a very different character from a conventional GMT-Master II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Rolex GMT-Master II 16710?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an excellent balance between vintage character and everyday usability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40mm stainless-steel case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains comfortable and versatile. Meanwhile, the automatic Rolex Calibre 3185 provides practical functionality. It features a date display and an independently adjustable local-hour hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular watch also offers strong provenance. It comes as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull set with its original Rolex papers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. In addition, Rolex service documentation from 2013 and 2016 accompanies the watch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost importantly, its original certificate records the sale through Bucherer AG in Basel. The watch was sold there on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27 April 2000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rolex GMT-Master II with Individual Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has become a modern Rolex classic. It combines the reliability of a modern sports watch with the character of an earlier generation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example adds something that cannot be recreated easily: natural ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esilver-grey faded bezel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e gives the watch a distinctive appearance. Meanwhile, the black dial and red GMT hand retain the classic 16710 identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull set and Bucherer Basel provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complete the package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor collectors searching for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex GMT-Master II 16710 full set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this example offers an appealing combination. It brings together provenance, usability and individual vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48605906370782,"sku":"396","price":12800.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/2435\/5294\/files\/L1100841.jpg?v=1786888621","url":"https:\/\/lespetitshorlogers.ch\/products\/rolex-gmt-master-ii-16710-from-2000","provider":"lespetitshorlogers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}