Rolex GMT-master 1675/3 Black Nipple Dial Steel and Gold "John Bull" Finish favre-leuba The hour plots have turned

The hour plots have turned a lovely light-cream colour which are a good match with the hands

confirming its date of manufacture as 1948 and its sale in 1949

The steel case remains in great shape

and a charming small seconds sub dial on the lower half

This striking GMT-Master II reference 16710 is offered in beautifully preserved condition

Rolex GMT-master 1675/3 Black Nipple Dial Steel and Gold "John Bull" Finish favre-leuba The hour plots have turnedThe Rolex GMT Master was launched in 1955 as an essential tool for pilots during the dawn of the jet age. Developed in collaboration with Pan American World Airways (Pan Am), it allowed pilots to track two time zones simultaneously using an extra 24 hour hand and a rotating bezel! At hand we have a reference 1675, one of the longest running Rolex references. It replaced Bakelite with aluminum and introduced crown guards. This particular example boasts