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Rolex

'Sea-King' GMT-Master II, Ref. 116710 Stainless Steel Dual Time Military Wristwatch With Date And Bracelet Circa 2014

Lot Closed

April 14, 09:10 AM GMT

Estimate

17,000 - 28,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

Rolex

'Sea-King' GMT-Master II, Ref. 116710

Stainless Steel Dual Time Military Wristwatch With Date And Bracelet

Circa 2014


Dial: black

Calibre: cal. 3186 automatic, 31 jewels

Case: stainless steel, screw-down back with Sea King helicopter engraving

Case number: O9'TC4'567

Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp

Dimensions: 40mm

Signed: case, dial and movement

Box: yes

Papers: yes

Accessories: Rolex guarantee card, leather document holder, booklet and presentation case

This rare limited-edition GMT-Master II was produced by Rolex to commemorate the Sea King Helicopter, of which they only made 123 pieces. The Sea King was in British service from 1969 and was used by both the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force. It is perhaps most well-known for in its capacity as a Royal Navy Search and Rescue and RAF Search and Rescue Force helicopter. The last remaining Sea King was retired in 2018.


These specially commissioned GMT-Master II models were only sold to serving or ex serving members of the Armed Forces associated to the Sea King helicopters and were never available to the general public. 


Rolex and the British Army have had close a relationship and collaborations for decades. Modern limited editions made for special forces are extremely sought-after by discerning collectors.  


This lot is numbered 064/123. It is presented in unworn brand new condition still with its protective stickers and with its original accessories including the Guarantee card.