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Rolex GMT-Master II 116710BLNR
Documented configurations and recorded specimen years for reference 116710BLNR Rolex GMT-Master II. A recorded year does not establish a production period.
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Documented features
The Rolex GMT-Master II 116710BLNR combines the blue and black Cerachrom bezel with a 40 mm steel case and an Oyster bracelet. The black dial features a 24-hour hand for the reference time zone, while the local time is adjusted independently. The 3186 automatic movement offers approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
The GMT-Master family was born in 1955, originally conceived to meet the needs of Pan American World Airways pilots, providing them with a watch capable of displaying multiple time zones. The first model, reference 6542, was a pioneer of its kind, featuring a two-tone "Pepsi" bezel to distinguish day and night hours. In the 80,s, the introduction of the GMT-Master II marked a significant evolution, introducing the independent hour hand, allowing for more versatile adjustment of the local time zone without compromising the display of the reference time zone. This innovation has solidified the model's reputation as an essential tool for professionals and watch enthusiasts, constantly evolving in materials and mechanics while retaining its original purpose.
The 116710BLNR should be distinguished from the subsequent 126710BLNR:. This generation uses the 3186 caliber and is documented with an Oyster steel bracelet. The sapphire crystal features the Cyclops lens over the date. The bidirectional bezel with a 24-hour scale allows for reading an additional time zone. The nominal water resistance of 100 meters does not replace a seal check on a pre-owned piece.
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