Rolex Gmt Master 1675

Model: , ,
Year of issue: 1968
Reference number: 1675
Condition: mint
Status: reserved
Dealer country: Spain
Dealer name: Ancienne Vintage Gallery
Price in EUR € n/a

Description

18K gold Rolex GMT Master ref. 1675. A fantastic example of an early 18K gold GMT-Master ref. 1675 from 1968, often nicknamed the “Concorde.” This name originates from a famous late-1960s advertising campaign that associated the watch with the supersonic Concorde aircraft. Rolex used the memorable slogan: “If you were flying the Concorde, you'd wear a Rolex.” The version featured in those advertisements was distinguished by its slim baton-style hands, sometimes referred to as “Concorde hands.” The watch is presented in beautiful, original condition. It shows signs of use but retains a very thick, unpolished case. The dial is in excellent condition, with original lume and matching original hands. The bezel insert has aged slightly, developing an attractive vintage patina with minimal signs of wear. Powered by the self-winding calibre 1570 movement, the watch is fitted with a leather strap and a gold-plated buckle. A beautiful and highly original example that will appeal to the most discerning collectors.

Dealer

Ancienne Vintage Gallery

THE GMT-MASTER 1955

The GMT-Master was developed to meet the specific needs of airline pilots. It became the official watch of several airlines, among them the famous Pan American World Airways, better known as Pan Am. Its most distinguishing visual feature was the two-tone bezel which marked daytime from nighttime hours.

THE FIRST TRANSCONTINENTAL FLIGHTS

As intercontinental travel developed in the 1950s, airliners began to fly swiftly across several successive time zones. For the first time it became important to know the time in various places in the world, simultaneously. It was the dawn of the jet age, and Rolex responded with a watch to match the spirit of the times.