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ROLEX GMT-MASTER “PEPSI” – REF. 16700 – JUBILEE BRACELET – COLLECTOR`S PACKAGE – Bj-1996

We are delighted to present this very good Rolex GMT‑Master Ref. 16700, a superb example of the final evolution of the legendary GMT-Master line before the transition to the GMT-Master II. Produced in 1996 and preserved as a remarkably complete set, this watch represents a highly desirable collector’s configuration combining classic design, historical importance, and exceptional originality.

Introduced in the late 1980s as the successor to the long-running GMT-Master lineage, the reference 16700 embodies the pure spirit of the original pilot’s tool watch developed by Rolex in collaboration with Pan American World Airways during the golden age of intercontinental aviation. With its clean functionality and timeless proportions, it remains one of the most elegant and wearable sports watches ever produced.

The classic 40 mm stainless steel Oyster case offers the refined, slim profile that collectors appreciate in pre-ceramic Rolex sports models. Its defining feature is the unmistakable “Pepsi” bezel, whose vibrant red and blue insert provides instant visual identity while allowing the wearer to track a second time zone with effortless clarity.

The black dial is beautifully balanced and highly legible, featuring applied white-gold hour markers filled with luminous material for excellent visibility in all conditions. The bold red GMT hand works in harmony with the 24-hour bezel to display an additional time zone – a function that made the GMT-Master an indispensable companion for professional pilots and global travelers alike.

Powering the watch is the robust Rolex Caliber 3175, a self-winding chronometer movement renowned for its reliability, precision, and ease of service. True to Rolex’s professional heritage, this movement delivers dependable performance while preserving the mechanical charm that collectors seek in neo-vintage references.

Completing the watch is the elegant stainless steel Jubilee bracelet, which adds a refined touch and exceptional comfort on the wrist – a combination that perfectly complements the sporty yet sophisticated character of the GMT-Master.

What truly distinguishes this example is its exceptionally complete set, making it especially attractive for collectors seeking a well-preserved, investment-grade piece from the mid-1990s.

This Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 16700 “Pepsi” is offered with:

- Original outer box & presentation box

- Rolex warranty certificate – Switzerland, 1996

- Chronometer hang tag

- Rolex hang tag

- green leather warranty wallet

- Rolex calendar 1996 / 1997

- GMT-Master booklet

- Oyster bracelet booklet

- warranty booklet

“The Ref. 16700 marks the final chapter of the original GMT-Master lineage. In this beautifully preserved 1996 full-set configuration, it represents an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a true neo-vintage Rolex icon — complete, authentic, and ready for the next chapter of its journey.”