RolexGMT-Master

KEY FACTS

• The Rolex GMT-Master reference 1675 is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after vintage Rolexes
• Produced between 1959 and 1980, it’s one of the longest-running references from The Crown 
• During this 20-year period,  many changes were introduced including a number of notable dial variations
• This example from 1968 features a black “Long E” dial 
• Otherwise named the matte Mark 1 dial, its distinctive for several reasons, most notably the letter “E” in “ROLEX” having a centre bar equal in length to the top and bottom legs
• This is the only time this script idiosyncrasy has featured in the GMT-Master’s long and illustrious history 
• Also of note is the thin coronet which sets it  apart from other matte dialled examples  
• This particular watch is specified with a black bezel insert which provides more versatility relative to the dual-coloured alternatives seen on other variants  
• Inside the case beats the in-house calibre 1570; a chronometer-certified movement  with a 48-hour power reserve 
• The watch is paired with an Oyster bracelet 
• Offered by a UK-based private seller as a watch-only lot 
• Graded as ‘Vintage’ with the seller noting it’s in good working order 

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