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ROLEX GMT-MASTER REF. 1675 A FINE AND ATTRACTIVE STAINLESS STEEL DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH WITH BLACK DIAL AND BRACELET, 1964
Manufacturer: Rolex
Year: 1964
Reference No.: 1675
Movement No.: D26246
Case No: 1145849, case back interior further stamped 1675 IV 64
Model Name: GMT-Master
Material: Stainless steel
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1560, 26 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet, stamped '7206', end links stamped '80' max length 153mm
Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped '2.65'
Dimensions: 37mm diameter
Signed: Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.
Bezel deficient.
Back plate engraved 'Leahy Risdon Warwick. Q. 18.8.66'.
PROVENANCE
Acquired circa 1966 by Keith Leahy, thence by descent to the present owner.
LITERATURE
For other examples of the reference 1675, see '100 Superlative Rolex Watches' by John Goldberger, page 19.
NOTES
Working in association with Pan Am Airways, in 1954 Rolex developed the GMT-Master Ref: 6542, wristwatch that enabled pilots flying the transatlantic routes to monitor time in two time zones. The ground-breaking development that referenced Greenwich Mean Time is acknowledged as one of Rolex's most successful models and went on to set the industry standard for the dual-time wristwatch.
The reference 1675 was introduced in 1960 as a replacement for 6542. The new model introduced crown guards and a metallic bezel insert, which was more robust than the Bakelite bezel on the 6542
The present example from 1966 features its original stunning black dial with perfectly intact tritium hour markers that have aged to a lovely mustard yellow colour. Additionally, the present watch features the early and coveted 'el cornino' crown guards. In wonderful overall condition, the case retains its original bevels and contours as delivered by the factory, having in our opinion, never been polished.
The Rolex GMT-Master is a watch of great personality with huge wearability. This example offers tremendous value and practicality for watch collectors.
Sold for $12,500
Lot 205
Manufacturer: Rolex
Year: 1964
Reference No.: 1675
Movement No.: D26246
Case No: 1145849, case back interior further stamped 1675 IV 64
Model Name: GMT-Master
Material: Stainless steel
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1560, 26 jewels
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet, stamped '7206', end links stamped '80' max length 153mm
Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped '2.65'
Dimensions: 37mm diameter
Signed: Case, dial, movement, and clasp signed.
Bezel deficient.
Back plate engraved 'Leahy Risdon Warwick. Q. 18.8.66'.
PROVENANCE
Acquired circa 1966 by Keith Leahy, thence by descent to the present owner.
LITERATURE
For other examples of the reference 1675, see '100 Superlative Rolex Watches' by John Goldberger, page 19.
NOTES
Working in association with Pan Am Airways, in 1954 Rolex developed the GMT-Master Ref: 6542, wristwatch that enabled pilots flying the transatlantic routes to monitor time in two time zones. The ground-breaking development that referenced Greenwich Mean Time is acknowledged as one of Rolex's most successful models and went on to set the industry standard for the dual-time wristwatch.
The reference 1675 was introduced in 1960 as a replacement for 6542. The new model introduced crown guards and a metallic bezel insert, which was more robust than the Bakelite bezel on the 6542
The present example from 1966 features its original stunning black dial with perfectly intact tritium hour markers that have aged to a lovely mustard yellow colour. Additionally, the present watch features the early and coveted 'el cornino' crown guards. In wonderful overall condition, the case retains its original bevels and contours as delivered by the factory, having in our opinion, never been polished.
The Rolex GMT-Master is a watch of great personality with huge wearability. This example offers tremendous value and practicality for watch collectors.
Estimate $3,000 - $5,000
Important Jewels
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8390
6:00pm - 8 December 2020
36-40 Queen Street, Woollahra
VIEWING
Viewing in Melbourne:
Friday 20 - Sunday 22 November, 10am - 4pm, by appointment
Viewing in Sydney:
Thursday 3 - Sunday 6 December, 10am - 4pm
CONTACT
Hamish Sharma
hamish.sharma@leonardjoel.com.au
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