Robb Report: 5 Rare and Collectible Rolex GMT Masters You Can Buy Right Now
Blake Buettner and Allen Farmelo recently wrote for Robb Report ‘5 Rare and Collectible Rolex GMT Masters You Can Buy Right Now.’ Within the article, Wind Vintage’s full set Rolex Fat Lady GMT-Master II Reference 16760 is featured.
Finally, we enter a transitional period for the GMT. In 1983, Rolex introduced a big update in the reference 16760—the first GMT-Master II. Production of this reference would only last 5 years, and would help set the stage for the next two decades (reference 16710). The 16760 seen here is also known as the ‘Fat Lady’ for its thicker case, and it brought white gold surrounds to the hour indexes, as well as a new bezel colorway. This reference was only offered with a red and black bezel, also known as a “Coke.” It was also offered on both oyster and jubilee bracelets.
This example from Wind Vintage features one of the finest surviving cases we’ve come across. The lines are crisp with the subtle chamfer along the lugs perfectly intact. The case, bracelet, and bezel assembly appear barely used, though age has made itself known in a very subtle manner around the dial and bezel insert. This one comes as a full kit, and is priced on the high end given its condition—but there aren’t many out there in as pristine conditions as this one.