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Rolex GMT-Master PEPSI Ref. 16750 | Stainless Steel | Matt Tritium Dial | Quickset Date | Papers 1983

We are pleased to offer a very good Rolex GMT-Master Pepsi Reference 16750, in stainless steel on its stainless steel Oyster bracelet.

Offered here is a stunning example of the legendary Rolex GMT-Master Reference 16750, one of the most recognizable and sought-after travel watches ever produced. With its classic matte tritium dial, bold red-and-blue “Pepsi” bezel, and unmistakable vintage character, this piece embodies everything collectors love about early GMT-Masters.

This example features a beautifully preserved matte dial with original tritium lume, displaying warm, creamy patina that only decades of natural aging can produce. The Tritium hands and hour plots give the watch that perfectly balanced and authentic vintage presence. The matte dial, introduced in the late 1960s, is prized for its understated, tool-watch appearance.

The iconic Pepsi bezel insert—original to the model—remains one of the most recognizable design elements in watchmaking. Its vibrant red and blue color scheme was not chosen for aesthetics alone; the contrasting tones were designed to help pilots distinguish between day and night hours at a glance. Developed originally for Pan Am Airways, the color code became an instant design signature.

The Rolex GMT-Master was launched in 1955 at the dawn of commercial intercontinental flight. Pan Am approached Rolex with a request: create a watch that could display two time zones simultaneously for their pilots crossing the Atlantic. Rolex responded with the GMT-Master, equipped with a fourth 24-hour hand and a rotating bezel that allowed aviators to track local and home time at a glance. Over the years, the model became the tool watch of choice not only for professional pilots but also for adventurers, military personnel, and world travelers. 

This reference 16750 is accompanied by:

- original warranty papers - 1983

- green Rolex map for the warranty certificate

- chronometer translation

One of the most sought-after attributes of the Ref. 16750 is the inclusion of a quickset date function, powered by the Caliber 3075 automatic movement - offering improved daily usability while maintaining the charm of a pre-Sapphire, matte-dial era GMT.