ROLEX, GMT-MASTER ‘PEPSI’, REF. 1675Important information about this lot
Price Realised USD 13,750
Estimate
USD 12,000 - USD 18,000
Estimates do not reflect the final hammer price and do not include buyer's premium, any applicable taxes or artist's resale right. Please see the Conditions of Sale for full details.
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Lot Essay
Rolex launched the GMT-Master in 1954 in order to provide pilots a watch that could read 24 hour time for a selected time zone. Following the success of this model, in 1959 Rolex introduced its successor, the reference 1675, which Rolex produced until 1980.
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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
The case shows normal signs of wear and has been polished. The numbers are visible between the lugs. The backs of the lugs show evidence of the bracelet. The case back shows normal signs of wear throughout. The inside case back is stamped, ‘1675’ and ‘II.71,’ and has watchmaker’s marks. The bezel insert is in good condition with some signs of age and the red has faded slightly. The dial is in good condition and appears to be original. The lume plots have aged to a nice yellow color. There is a small piece of material on the dial near 11 o’clock. The hands are service replacements. The end links are stamped ‘380’ and the bracelet ‘7836.’ The bracelet is correct, has been polished, and has some stretch. The date changes as the hands pass midnight. The movement is in working order at the time of cataloging, consistent with the age of the watch. The movement has not been tested for accuracy. A service is recommended given the age of the watch.