Rolex - Perpetual London | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: Rolex
    Year: 2000
    Reference No: 16710
    Case No: A79****
    Model Name: GMT Master II, "Coke"
    Material: Stainless Steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal. 3185, 31 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster deployant clasp
    Accessories: Accompanied by Rolex guarantee, product literature, leather card holder, additional black bezel, Rolex tags, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.

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    Rolex

    Swiss • 1905

    Founded in 1905 England by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis as Wilsdorf & Davis, it soon became known as the Rolex Watch Company in 1915, moving its headquarters to Geneva in 1919. Like no other company, the success of the wristwatch can be attributed to many of Rolex's innovations that made them one of the most respected and well-known of all luxury brands. These innovations include their famous "Oyster" case — the world's first water resistant and dustproof watch case, invented in 1926 — and their "Perpetual" — the first reliable self-winding movement for wristwatches launched in 1933. They would form the foundation for Rolex's Datejust and Day-Date, respectively introduced in 1945 and 1956, but also importantly for their sports watches, such as the Explorer, Submariner and GMT-Master launched in the mid-1950s.

    One of its most famous models is the Cosmograph Daytona. Launched in 1963, these chronographs are without any doubt amongst the most iconic and coveted of all collectible wristwatches. Other key collectible models include their most complicated vintage watches, including references 8171 and 6062 with triple calendar and moon phase, "Jean Claude Killy" triple date chronograph models and the Submariner, including early "big-crown" models and military-issued variants.

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Ref. 16710
A classic 16710 "Coke" bezel GMT-Master II is surely the perfect argument for a one-watch collection. Its smart good looks, famously rugged and reliable build, and useful complication make for the perfect combination. Throw in that ‘80s/‘90s design charm, consistent collectability, and the fact that this example comes complete with the full complement of the original box, certificate, booklets, and even an additional black ‘espresso’ bezel - it doesn’t get much better. In superb condition and available for immediate private sale.

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