Description
The Rolex GMT-Master is a popular and iconic watch model produced by Rolex. It was originally developed in collaboration with Pan American World Airways for their pilots and navigators in 1954. The GMT-Master was designed to display two time zones simultaneously, making it particularly useful for pilots who crossed multiple time zones during their flights.
Key features of the Rolex GMT-Master watch include:
1. **GMT Functionality**: The GMT-Master features an additional 24-hour hand that allows the wearer to track a second time zone in addition to the local time.
2. **Rotating Bezel**: The watch has a bi-directional rotating bezel with a 24-hour scale, which can be used to read a third time zone or as a tool for various timing purposes.
3. **Water Resistance**: Most GMT-Master models are water-resistant to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet), making them suitable for swimming and light diving.
4. **Variety of Materials**: The GMT-Master is available in various materials such as stainless steel, gold, and a combination of both (two-tone).
5. **Different Dial Colors**: The watch is known for its distinctive dial colors, with the most famous being the “Pepsi” (blue and red) and “Coke” (black and red) bezel combinations.
6. **Movement**: Rolex uses their in-house calibers in the GMT-Master watches, ensuring precision and reliability.
7. **Bracelet Options**: The GMT-Master comes with different bracelet options, including the iconic Oyster bracelet.
Over the years, Rolex has released several variations of the GMT-Master, including the GMT-Master II, which features an independently adjustable hour hand, allowing for the tracking of a third time zone. The Rolex GMT-Master has become a symbol of luxury, precision, and adventure, making it a highly sought-after timepiece among watch enthusiasts and collectors.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.