Heritage Narrative
Introduced in 1959, the Rolex GMT-Master 1675 became one of the most recognizable and enduring icons in watchmaking history. Developed in collaboration with Pan American World Airways, it was designed for pilots crossing multiple time zones — with its 24-hour hand and rotating bezel allowing simultaneous tracking of two or even three time zones. The 1675 remained in production for over two decades, making it one of the longest-running Rolex references and a cornerstone of the brand’s heritage.
This example, serial 287XXXX from circa 1970, features the coveted Mark I “Long E” matte dial, easily identified by the extended middle stroke of the “E” in Rolex and its beautiful tritium patina. The watch retains its original red and blue “Pepsi” aluminum bezel insert, showcasing the kind of gentle fading collectors prize. Housed in a 40 mm stainless steel Oyster case and powered by the Calibre 1570 GMT movement, this piece delivers Rolex’s hallmark precision and reliability. Offered in excellent condition and accompanied by box and booklet, it represents one of the purest and most collectible expressions of the vintage GMT-Master lineage.
Technical Specifications
Reference:
1675
Year:
Circa 1970 (Serial 287XXXX)
Movement:
Rolex Calibre 1570, automatic, 26 jewels, 19,800 vph, date function, 24-hour GMT hand for tracking multiple time zones, hacking seconds
Case:
40 mm stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down crown, acrylic crystal
Bezel:
Bidirectional rotatable bezel in stainless steel with red and blue “Pepsi” aluminum insert, 24-hour graduated scale
Crystal:
Acrylic, domed profile
Dial / Hands:
Black matte Mark I “Long E” dial with tritium luminous plots and matching hands, white printing, date at 3 o’clock
Bracelet / Clasp:
Stainless steel Oyster bracelet (8 in length) with folding clasp
Water resistance:
100 m / 330 ft (factory rating at time of production)
Condition & Inclusions
Overall grade:
Excellent—sharp case, clean original dial, light vintage patina, bezel beautifully aged
Service status:
Inspected; running within vintage chronometer tolerances
Set:
Includes Rolex presentation box and booklet
Shipping & Logistics
Stored off-site and shipped fully insured within 1–3 business days
Worldwide shipping available; buyer responsible for any import duties or taxes
Shipping & Returns
Complimentary insured worldwide shipping and a 14-day return window (watch must be returned in the same condition supplied). Each piece is authenticated, time-graphed, and prepared for secure transit.
