Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ref. 1675, circa 1964, featuring a stainless steel screw-back Oyster case with pointed crown guards, visible chamfered lugs, a bi-directional 24-hour bezel with faded red-back “Pepsi” insert, black gilt chapter ring dial with luminous painted indices, red GMT hand, date aperture at 3 o’clock, and a Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links.

The watch measures approximately 42mm including crown guards by 47mm lug-to-lug, with a 20mm lug width. Serial number 101****. Triple signed, with signed Rolex clasp. Includes original outer box, chronometer paperwork with matched movement serial number, and Rolex brochure.

This vintage Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675 is a highly desirable early example, with inside case back stamped ref. 1675 and IV.63, paired with a period-correct Rolex 7206 riveted Oyster bracelet with 80 end links and 4/64 clasp date stamp. It features a faded red-back Pepsi bezel insert, black gilt chapter ring dial, tritium Mercedes hands, original signed Rolex crown, and plastic crystal. The movement is running and is reported as Rolex caliber 1570, 26 jewels.

The movement is running and presents in excellent cosmetic condition overall, with light oxidation to the steelwork. The black gilt chapter ring dial shows light surface spotting. The tritium Mercedes hands show light cracking to the luminous material on the GMT hand and loss of lume to the minute hand.

The stainless steel case is unpolished, with visible original chamfers and light honest wear from age. Light dings are present on the backs of the lugs from bracelet wear, and a dent is noted on the top-right lug. The bezel rotation is stiff. The Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links shows light wear with hardly any stretch. The original signed crown shows very little wear with good threads. The plastic crystal is in good condition. The original outer box shows light wear.

The Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675 is one of the defining vintage Rolex sport watch references. Introduced around 1959 and produced until around 1980, the 1675 became known for its rotating 24-hour bezel, additional GMT hand, and connection to international aviation and travel. The model was originally developed for pilots and travelers who needed to track a second time zone.

Early 1960s examples such as this circa 1964 watch are especially desirable for their pointed crown guard case profile, gilt chapter ring dial, plastic crystal, aluminum Pepsi bezel insert, and period riveted Oyster bracelet. This example features a faded red-back Pepsi insert with the red tone aged toward orange / amber, giving the watch a distinctive vintage appearance.

This GMT-Master offers a strong combination of period details and documentation, including its black gilt chapter ring dial, faded red-back Pepsi insert, pointed crown guard case, visible lug chamfers, original outer box, chronometer paperwork with matched movement serial number, Rolex brochure, and period Rolex 7206 riveted bracelet with 80 end links.