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1966 Rolex GMT Master MK 0.5 Fuchsia ‘Small GMT Hand’ Ref. 1675

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Year of issue: 1966
Reference number: 1675
Condition: mint
Status: sold
Dealer country: Dubai
Dealer name: Tariq Malik
Price in US $ n/a
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Description

This is a rarely seen so-called MK0.5 variation of the Rolex GMT Master Ref.1675, the second type of the first matte dial version. It uses same typography as late gilt dials on GMT, but are done in matte finishing. It is only correct for a short period of time in 1.4-1.8m serial number range before the switch to more common MK1 “Long E” dial. A mini-GMT hand is also correct for this dial and contributes to originality. The main speciality of it lies in the dial which has greenish Zinc-Zulfide lume which strongly reacts when exposed to UV light, similarly to Radium. The case is in excellent condition and has nicely bevelled lugs which remain straight and even, caseback is original and stamped XX/67. Clear numbers between the lugs. The folded and rivited Oyster bracelet is in great condition and doesn't show much wear from age. The fantastic Fuchsia insert is in immaculate condition and has aged to a beautiful dark blue and purple hue. This Pink Lady is in overall stunning condition featuring some rare details.

SKU 1.1.763
Brand Rolex
Model GMT Master MK 0.5 Fuchsia
Ref. No. 1675
Serial No. 1686XXX
Year 1966
Gender Gents
Case Size 40mm
Case Excellent Stainless steel case with little wear from age. The case shows beautiful factory bevels
Bracelet / Strap Excellent folded and rivited Oyster bracelet with very little wear from age
Dial Excellent and very rare MK0.5 dial with small GMT hand and Zinc Zulfide lumes on dial and hands
Price Sold
Crystal Acrylic
Movement Automatic
Functions Date, GMT
Condition Mint
Box No
Papers No

Dealer

Tariq Malik

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.