ROLEX GMT MASTER 1675: Our 5 Minute Review

OUR 5 MINUTE REVIEW OF THE ROLEX GMT MASTER1675

Sit back and read our 5 minute review of the Rolex GMT Master 1675. The Rolex GMT Master 1675 was in production from 1959 until 1980 and was initially only available with the iconic red/blue Pepsi bezel insert. It wasn’t until the early 1970’s that an all black bezel was made available. Prior to 1965 the GMT Master was powered by the Rolex calibre 1565 automatic movement - from 1965 the calibre 1575 was used. Early examples of the 1675 can be found with small GMT hands and gilt glossy dials. From around 1966 matte dials were fitted. Rare and collectable versions of the Rolex GMT Master 1675 include the Pointed Crown Guard and MK1 Long E.

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ROLEX GMT MASTER 1675 - PEPSI/BLACK BEZEL

The Rolex GMT Master 1675 was released by Rolex in 1959 and featured a 40mm stainless steel case, bi-directional bezel with blue/red "Pepsi" insert, matte black dial with printed indices and powered by the Rolex calibre 1575 automatic movement with date and GMT functions. Early Rolex GMT Master 1675's had whats known as "Cornino" (or pointed) crown guards and fitted with a small GMT hand in red. The Rolex GMT Master 1675 was available on either oyster or jubilee bracelets.

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ROLEX GMT MASTER 1675 - MOVEMENT: 

During its production run, the Rolex GMT Master 1675 was powered by two different automatic mechanical movements.

Rolex GMT Master 1675 watches produced from 1959 until 1964 are powered by the Rolex caliber 1565. This movement has a power reserve of 44 hours and has a frequency of 18,000 beats per hour. 

Rolex GMT Master 1675 watches produced after 1964 received the Rolex caliber 1575 movement which featured a slight hight beat rate of 19,800 beats per hour and benefits from an increased power reserve of 48 hours.

In 1971 Rolex updated the caliber 1575 movement with the “hacking” function. This meant that the wearer could complete stop the watch whilst setting the time and date.

• Read our article on the automatic watch movement.
• Lean how to operate a Rolex automatic movement.

BUYING A VINTAGE ROLEX GMT MASTER 1675

Our collection of vintage Rolex watches include the Rolex GMT Master 1675. At Swiss Watch Trader we specialise in selling only the very best examples of the classic Rolex GMT Master 1675 and unless there is a valid reason, ALL our Rolex GMT Master watches will include their original boxes and papers. When buying any Rolex GMT Master 1675 you need to ensure you are getting the very best example with as much of the original paraphernalia as possible. You should always look for a Rolex GMT Master that is complete with its original inner and outer boxes, warranty certificate or card, manuals, hang tags and if possible original sales receipt. For more information on how to buy a Rolex GMT Master from Swiss Watch Trader and the the services we offer including buying a Rolex GMT Master 1675 on finance, head over to the information section.

Want to know more about the Rolex GMT Master 1675? Why not read our article on the History of the Rolex GMT Master which as well at the 1675, details a brief history of the many versions of the Rolex GMT Master since its release in 1954. For more information on other Rolex watch models including the Sea Dweller, Daytona and Explorer, head over to the News & Reviews section. Please get in touch if you have any questions about any of our new, used, pre-owned and second hand Rolex GMT Master watches.

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