Rolex 16710A GMT-Master II "Pepsi" SS Black Dial

The Rolex GMT-Master II reference 16710 is one of the defining modern-vintage travel watches in the brand's history, pairing the classic 40mm Oyster case with the highly desirable red and blue Pepsi bezel. Introduced in 1989, the reference remained in production for many years, and a 1991 example sits early in the run, when tritium-era details and drilled lugs still appealed to collectors who value the model's transitional character. Its black dial provides the unmistakable functional layout that made the GMT-Master II a professional standard, with a 24-hour hand and rotating bezel allowing the watch to track multiple time zones with exceptional clarity. Powering the watch is the Rolex caliber 3185, an automatic GMT movement respected for its robustness, serviceability, and long-standing role in establishing the reference as a true daily-wear collector piece. The stainless steel case and Oyster bracelet give the watch the practical, all-purpose stance that has made the 16710 one of the most wearable references in the GMT lineage. Unlike later ceramic models, the aluminum Pepsi insert gives this generation a lighter visual profile and a warmth that seasoned buyers often prefer. The reference is especially important because it bridges vintage and contemporary Rolex design, offering sapphire crystal durability while preserving much of the charm of earlier five-digit sports models. Collectors continue to favor the 16710 for its versatility, historically important position in the GMT-Master II family, and the enduring appeal of a reference that was available in Pepsi, Coke, and black bezel formats. In the market for classic Rolex sports watches, the 16710 remains one of the most balanced and significant stainless steel GMT references ever produced. Like New with Rolex box and papers dated 2001.