Rolex - GMT-Master II - 16760 - 1984

Location: United States

Year: 1984

Reference number: 16760

Accessories: Box

Condition: Good

Material: Stainless steel

Color Dial: Black

The Rolex GMT-Master II 16760, nicknamed the “Fat Lady”, is a highly collectible vintage Rolex model produced from 1983 to 1988. It was the first GMT-Master II and introduced several key improvements over its predecessor. Here’s a breakdown of its characteristics:

Key Features of the Rolex GMT-Master II 16760 (“Fat Lady”):

• Case Size & Thickness:

• 40mm stainless steel case, but thicker than previous models—hence the “Fat Lady” nickname. The increased thickness was necessary to accommodate the new movement.

• Movement:

• Rolex Caliber 3085, the first GMT-Master II movement, allowing the independent setting of the GMT hand.

• Bezel:

• Features a bi-color red and black bezel, often referred to as the “Coke” bezel.

• Dial & Crystal:

• Black dial with white gold-surrounded hour markers.

• Sapphire crystal (first GMT-Master with a sapphire crystal).

• Bracelet:

• Oyster (ref. 78360) bracelet.

• Functionality:

• True GMT functionality with an independently adjustable hour hand.

This reference paved the way for modern GMT-Master II models and is highly sought after by collectors due to its short production run and historical significance.