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What is the difference between 16700 and 16710?
16710 was launched in 1989 as the second generation of the GMT-Master II model following the inaugural 16760. So while the GMT-Master 16700 has a quickset date window, the GMT-Master II 16710 has a quickset hour hand. Rolex manufactured the GMT-Master II 16710 until 2007 when it was replaced with GMT-Master II ref.
Is the Rolex 16700 waterproof?
GMT-Master 16700 Case, Material, and Bracelet The steel case measures 40mm in diameter and it was rated to be water-resistant to 100 meters – the same as the previous GMT-Master ref. 16750.
What is a Rolex Swiss only dial?
”Swiss only” refers to the small printing on the bottom of the dial at 6 o’clock on some Rolex watches. And the fact is that the printing at the bottom of the dial varies depending on what model it is and when it was made.
What does GMT mean on Rolex?
It’s set to Greenwich Mean Time, which is the standard against which all time zones are decided. The bezel rotates so the wearer can set it against GMT.
When did Rolex GMT-Master II come out?
2007
In 2007, Rolex introduced the GMT-Master II ref. 116710, which brought the new design that was first unveiled in 2005 to the stainless steel version of the GMT-Master II. Like its predecessor, the ref. 116710 is water resistant to 100 meters (330 feet).
Is a Rolex GMT-Master II waterproof?
The crown is completely screwed down against the case. When the crown is in this position, the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet).
Does a real Rolex tick?
Rolex watches do not make the ticking noises common with other watches. Counterfeiters can’t often perfect the gears and so a ticking noise is made and this can really help you spot fakes quite easily. Misconceptions: One the biggest misconception is that the second hand of Rolex watches is a perfect sweep.
What’s the difference between GMT Master and GMT MASTER II?
In order to fit the updated movement, the GMT-Master II is slightly thicker than the original GMT-Master; this is the only real visible difference between the two highly similar watches. The GMT-Master and GMT-Master II were briefly simultaneously in production until the GMT-Master was discontinued in 1999.
What is GMT Master 2?
The GMT-Master II boasts a movement with a quickset hour hand. This independently adjustable hour hand means the local time can be set without stopping the second, minute or 24-hour GMT hand. In more concise terms, the GMT Master has a quickset date and relies on the rotatable bezel to read the second time zone.
What is a GMT Master?
The Rolex GMT-Master wristwatch was originally designed in collaboration with Pan American Airways and issued by the airline to their crews on long-haul flights. (“GMT” in the name stands for Greenwich Mean Time also known as Coordinated Universal Time).