Is GMT Master 2 discontinued?
This year, Rolex consolidated the GMT-Master II collection. A total of four references were discontinued, including the Ref 116710LN. Not only that, the steel models are now only available on Jubilee bracelets. And all models are only available with bi-colour ceramic bezels.
Is Rolex Pepsi hard to get?
Rolex authorized dealers receive very few Rolex GMT Master II Pepsi watches. The waitlist for the Pepsi GMT can vary from a couple weeks to a couple years and some buyers may not even be accepted on the waitlist. To understand the shortage of Rolex Watches read our recent article.
Is the Rolex Pepsi discontinued?
DISCONTINUED ROLEX MODELS 2022 Despite persistent rumors, the Rolex GMT Master-II Pepsi has not been discontinued however. In fact I would say that a LOT of models have stayed in the catalog this year, which is a nice change (last year was particularly brutal for example).
What does GMT stand for in Rolex?
Greenwich Mean Time
GMT stands for Greenwich Mean Time and is point “0” on the 24-hour international timezone scale. To put it simply, a GMT watch is a timepiece that displays both a 24-hour and a 12-hour timescale.
How long is the wait for Rolex Pepsi?
Concessionaires and jewellers have started to close their waiting lists, as the GMT-Master II 126710BLRO, commonly referred to as “Pepsi”, is now being ordered up to 20 years in advance. The same applies to steel Daytonas such as the Ref. 116500LN or the Ref. 116520.
When was the Rolex GMT Pepsi released?
1954
The Rolex GMT Master ref 6542 was released by Rolex in 1954 and originally featured a red/blue Pepsi bakelite bezel having been designed in collaboration is Pan-Am Airways.
When did Rolex Pepsi come out?
The Rolex Pepsi GMT is one of the most recognizable watches on the planet. Launched in 1954, it was designed for pilots in the age of transcontinental flights. The characteristic blue and red bezel was said to be inspired by the colors of Pan American Airways, who commissioned the watch from Rolex.