We are pleased to offer today this special transitional matte dial GMT. It has all of its original parts and even its original box, desirable "punched number" certificate, bezel booklet, and chronometer tag.

These so-called transitional models are desirable not only because they are relatively uncommon but also because some collectors consider them to possess the "best of both worlds": The sought-after classic vintage GMT look with the convenience of a quick-set date.

Its black bezel, seen less often than Pepsi bezels, and Oyster bracelet give it a classy vintage style.

Rolex first released the 16750 GMT circa 1981 and switched to a glossy dial with white gold marker surrounds around 1985. In addition to being in production for only approximately four years, Rolex routinely equipped matte dial 16750's with a glossy dial when they went in for servicing, a fact that has made these matte dial watches increasingly collectable.

Its case presents in excellent condition with fairly mild signs of previous polishing. Its tritium matte dial is original and untouched with toned luminous, parts of which have aged off of their plots. It has a true vintage look. Its original Oyster bracelet is scratch-free with fairly mild stretch and signs of previous polishing.

Is it in perfect condition? It's not, but we love its honesty and true vintage GMT look. Being all-original and having box and papers gives it a history, provenance, and honest character that we love.

One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, Rolex crystal, and gaskets, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $795 value).

It is running very strong and true, keeping time on par with a new GMT in our testing recording position.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.

For a complete description of the modern GMT Masters many features, please visit the following page on the Rolex website - GMT-Master II.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

**Payment by bank wire only - please contact us before purchasing **

History of the GMT

When the world's first successful intercontinental jet passenger aircraft, the Boeing 707, entered service in 1956 it brought with it a new phenomenon - "Jet Lag." Pan American, at the time the world's largest airline, worried about the effect of jet lag on its pilots. In response to research on the subject, Pan Am advised its pilots to stay on "home time" when traveling abroad.

To meet the pilot's needs for easily knowing both local time and "home time" Pan Am formed a joint task force with Rolex to create a special watch for just that purpose - the GMT Master. Named after Greenwich Mean Time, the watch featured a 24-hour hand complemented by a rotating 24-hour bezel.

The GMT Master watch embodies the qualities sought after by today's aviators and international travelers: distinctive design, precision, sturdiness, and multiple time-zone capabilities. It features a rotating and locking 24-hour bezel, a special, 24-hour hand that displays the time in a second time zone as well as distinguishing between day and night, and a quick-set date.

Country of origin: Switzerland
Maker: Rolex
Serial no.: 7,447,308
Year made: c. 1983
Model: Ref. 16750, Rolex GMT Master I
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Quick-Set Date, Dual Time Zone, 24-Hour Time, Hacking Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case condition: Its case presents in excellent condition with fairly mild signs of previous polishing
Dimensions: 40mm diameter
Dial: Matte black with tritium-coated round, bâton and triangular indexes, aperture for the date, original and untouched with aging of the luminous
Hands: Original, tritium-coated steel "skeleton" hands, red hand for the second time-zone
Movement type: Cal. 3075, automatic, 27 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, self-compensating Breguet balance-spring
Bracelet: Oyster bracelet, #78360, stainless steel, foldover clasp, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 8.25 inches, adjustable, scratch-free with fairly mild stretch and signs of previous polishing
Width between lugs: 20mm
Crystal: Acrylic, 'cyclops' date lens, mint condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers, who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a new correct Rolex mainspring, Rolex crystal, and gaskets, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $795 value).
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Original Rolex box (just missing the insert); PAPERS - Original "punched number" certificate; Original bezel booklet; Chronometer tag; Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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