Rolex GMT-Master II 116710LN Black Cerachrom Bezel on Oyster Bracelet

A Legacy Born in the Jet Age

In 1954, Rolex partnered with Pan Am Airways to create a timekeeping instrument for the new era of transcontinental flight. The GMT-Master was born to help pilots track multiple time zones with absolute clarity—an essential tool throughout the golden age of aviation that remains indispensable today.

The Anatomy of a Pilot’s Instrument

• Reference Number: 116710LN
• 24-Hour Bidirectional Rotatable Bezel: Black Cerachrom ceramic insert with engraved, highly legible 24-hour scale for instant conversion across time zones
• The Fourth (24-Hour) Hand: Green arrow-tipped GMT hand to track home time in tandem with the bezel
• Case and Diameter: 40 mm PVD-coated stainless steel Oyster case offering robust durability and everyday versatility
• Bracelet: PVD-coated stainless steel Oyster bracelet with secure Oysterlock clasp
• Calibre with Independent Hour Hand: Rolex Calibre 3186 automatic movement; jump-set local hour for seamless timezone changes without stopping the watch
• Water Resistance: 100 meters (330 feet)
• Includes: Box and Papers

The Spirit of Aviation on the Wrist

Owning the GMT-Master II is to wear a chapter of aviation history—an instrument forged for exploration, refined for precision, and revered by professionals. This 116710LN channels the courage of early long‑haul flight with modern Rolex engineering, delivering a timeless companion built for horizons near and far.