Rolex GMT Master II “Pepsi” Ref.16710

Introduced in 1989 and available in Rolex’s lineup until 2007, the GMT Master-II ref. 16710 stands as a prime exemplar of the esteemed brand’s evolution from the 20th to the 21st century. With its slimmer 40mm by 12.5mm stainless steel case compared to its bulkier predecessor, the ref. 16760, the 16710 epitomized an era of GMT Master-II watches with its iconic Pepsi bezel and exceptionally legible dial. Alongside shaping the foundation for subsequent updates to the timeless design in the ensuing decades.

In the annals of Rolex’s design evolution, the 16710 is notable for heralding a significant shift in the luminous material utilized by the brand, transitioning from tritium to Luminova and subsequently to Superluminova. Consequently, earlier iterations of the 16710, featuring tritium, exhibit a vintage-like patina, whereas those produced post-1997 sport Luminova, and those post-2000 are equipped with Superluminova. These latter variants maintain a striking white luminosity across their numerals, hour markers, and hands for many years to come.