In the same year, the 16750 was equipped with a glossy white gold leaf and set indices. The GMT-Master also received a sapphire crystal and a new bezel in 1988. The model number or reference number has been changed from 16750 to 16700. The caliber 3175 was used as the movement. At the same time, the new caliber 3185 was installed in the Rolex GMT-Master II. Here the name changed from 16760 to 16710.
In 1998 the luminous material was changed and Superluminova was used instead of tritium. A year later, the time of the GMT-Master was finally over and the only focus was on producing the Rolex GMT-Master II. The model 16710 received a new bracelet in 2000, followed in 2003, first by a laser crown in the sapphire crystal, and later by a modified case without pierced horns. The last steel versions (16710) that were delivered already featured the new caliber 3186.
The new models came from 2005, including the new 3186 caliber, the case is much more massive than the previous models and now has a large triplock crown. The new ceramic bezel is based on a ball bearing mechanism, the dial has the same large indices and wider hands as on the Submariner anniversary model and the Yacht-Master. The strap is also new and has a more solid and high-quality clasp.
The luxury watch brand Rolex introduced a new version of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II reference 116710BLNR in stainless steel for the first time in 2014. This novelty comes onto the market with a two-tone ceramic number disc in blue and black. Thanks to the patented Cerachrom process, the rotating ceramic bezel of the watch can be designed in two colors. The bezel is scratch-resistant and corrosion-resistant, and the colors are UV-resistant. Some time before the Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR, the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116710LN came onto the market. This version is the model that has sold most frequently to date. The bezel on the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116710LN is black. The letters LN stand for the French words “lunette noir”, which translates to black bezel.
Inside the GMT-Master II there is a Rolex-manufactured automatic movement caliber 3186 with a date display and a second time zone display. The indices are covered with luminous material. The housing is made of stainless steel and is very durable. This Rolex sports model impresses with its timeless design and elegant sportiness. If you want to spend a little more, you can choose the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116719BLRO in 18-carat white gold. The newly developed red-blue ceramic bezel was reserved exclusively for this 18-carat white gold version. The hand for the second time zone on the new Rolex GMT-Master II BLRO is red and has a triangular tip. The hands of the watch are framed in white gold. Rolex uses Chromalight luminous material for the hands and indices for good readability at night.
The dial of the GMT-Master II is painted black. The new Rolex GMT-Master II features a manufacture caliber 3186 movement with an automatic self-winding mechanism. The Rolex GMT-Master II BLRO is officially COSC certified. The watch has a date display with magnifying glass and a second stop for precisely setting the time. The Oyster bracelet with safety folding clasp of the GMT-Master II reference 116719BLRO is also made of 18k white gold. Due to the weight alone, the feel of this watch cannot be compared to the steel models. Lovers of yellow gold watches will get their money's worth with the Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II reference 116718LN. This model is available with a black and green dial. The bezel is classic black and also made of Cerachrom. This version with the green dial should particularly please the golf fans among us. In terms of the remaining features, the yellow gold GMT-Master II hardly differs from the white gold version. If the yellow gold GMT seems too flashy, you have the option of switching to the Rolex GMT-Master II 116713LN in steel/gold.
Rolex has succeeded in turning this into a luxury watch through a fabulous combination of these precious metals. This Rolex model is just right for people for whom the stainless steel watch is too well-behaved and the yellow gold watch is too flashy. The Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116713LN is available with a black bezel. This model is also equipped with a black dial. In terms of price, this version is between the steel and 18-carat gold watches. All Rolex GMT-Master models are considered to be extremely stable in price. The ideal watch for collectors or an attractive investment.