Rolex GMT-Master ref 16750 Matte Dial with Original Punched Guarantee Paper

The evolution of Rolex sports models highlights the brand’s dedication to continual improvement and understated refinement.

 

In recent years, collectors have increasingly focused on sports watches from the early 1980s, a period marked by notable transition. The key advancement over the earlier reference 1675 was the updated movement with a Quickset date, allowing the date to be adjusted independently of the hour hand. Early examples of this reference feature a matte dial, while later ones were produced with a glossy dial and white-gold-surrounded hour markers.

 

This particular 16750 is one of those desirable early-serial pieces, preserved in very good original condition. It has a thick, well-defined case and a handsome black bezel insert. The matte dial and matching hands are in fantastic condition and have developed an attractive warm yellow tone.

 

The watch is paired with a Jubilee bracelet, reference 62150H, fitted with 550 end links and a clasp stamped “I2.” It also includes its original punched Rolex guarantee paper showing a 1986 sale in Great Britain, along with the booklet, Rolex calendar card, and the plastic document holder.

 

This appealing transitional GMT-Master has been fully serviced by our watchmaker and is set for many more years of use.

 

Early matte-dial 16750s are becoming increasingly scarce—especially in this level of condition. If you want a vintage GMT that blends modern practicality with timeless character, this is a prime opportunity.

 

Get in touch to secure it before it vanishes into another collection.

 

Specifications:

• Rolex Gmt -master reference 16750

• 40mm steel case

• Serial 824xxxx dating to 1984

• Matte transitional dial with yellow hue patina

• Black bezel insert

• Plexi cyclops crystal

• Rolex paper holder , booklet , calendar and punched guarantee paper

• Jubilee bracelet ref 62510H with 550 End links

• Fully serviced by our watchmaker