Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO
$580
The Rolex GMT-Master II 126710BLRO is instantly recognizable by its iconic “Pepsi” bezel — a two-tone red and blue Cerachrom ceramic ring that has defined the GMT-Master lineage since the 1950s. Crafted in Oystersteel, Rolex’s proprietary 904L stainless steel alloy, the 40mm Oyster case delivers exceptional corrosion resistance and a mirror-bright polish that holds its luster through years of wear. The black dial is dressed with luminescent Chromalight hour markers and Mercedes hands, offering legibility across time zones whether you’re in a boardroom in Geneva or a cockpit over the Atlantic. At the heart of this timepiece beats the Rolex Calibre 3285, a manufacture movement featuring the Chronergy escapement — a patented innovation that improves energy efficiency by 15% over conventional lever escapements. The movement is certified as a Superlative Chronometer by Rolex, guaranteeing precision to within ±2 seconds per day, a standard that surpasses the COSC certification. The bidirectional rotatable bezel with its 24-hour graduated Cerachrom insert allows the wearer to track a second time zone at a glance, a function born from a collaboration with Pan American World Airways and refined over seven decades of horological evolution. The 126710BLRO sits on a five-piece link Jubilee bracelet in Oystersteel, a design first introduced in 1945 and now fitted with the Easylink comfort extension system — allowing a 5mm adjustment without tools. This is a watch for the seasoned traveler, the professional who moves between time zones with purpose, and the collector who understands that the Pepsi GMT-Master II is not merely an instrument of time but a cultural artifact with an unbroken legacy of precision and prestige.
Product Specifications
| Model Style | GMT-Master II 126710BLRO “Pepsi” |
|---|---|
| Movement | Rolex Calibre 3285, Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding |
| Case Material | Oystersteel (904L stainless steel) |
| Case Diameter | 40mm |
| Case Thickness | 12mm |
| Crystal | Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with Cyclops lens over date |
| Dial Color | Black |
| Bracelet Material | Oystersteel five-piece link Jubilee bracelet |
| Clasp Type | Crownclasp with Easylink 5mm comfort extension |
| Bezel | Bidirectional rotatable 24-hour graduated red and blue Cerachrom ceramic insert |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds, date, GMT second time zone |
| Additional Functions | Independent GMT hand, instantaneous date change, Superlative Chronometer ±2 sec/day |
| Water Resistance | 100 metres / 330 feet |
| Luminous Features | Chromalight luminescent coating on hands and hour markers, long-lasting blue glow |
| Gender | Men’s |
| Style | Professional / Sport-Luxury |
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