ROLEX | GMT MASTER II, REFERENCE 16710 STAINLESS STEEL DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 2000

Dial: black Calibre: cal. 3185 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 38'554'133Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: P’176’767 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 40mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 190mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex presentation case

DIAL: dial in excellent condition, hands in good condition with some minor scratches to the minute hand. CASE: with scratches and marks throughout, larger scratches under and to the sides of the lugs partly because of bracelet removal. Signs of polishing but still strong proportions. Some scuffs to the caseback. Crown does not fully screw-down back. Bracelet: AB5 / 78790A, endlinks: 801. Bracelet with signs of stretching and some scuffs throughout. Clasp closing securely. MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing, GMT function, quickset date function working, seconds hack when crown is pulled out. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

In 1989, Rolex launched the GMT Master II reference 16710 as a replacement to the reference 16760. Produced until 2007, the reference 16710 was the last model before the introduction of 116710 which has a thicker case and a cerachrom bezel.
Combining slimmer proportions with modern features such as a sapphire crystal and a hacking seconds movement (the highly regarded caliber 3185), the reference 16710 stands as the perfect all-round GMT Master reference. 
The present lot was produced in 2000 and its bracelet features solid end-links, a novelty launched the same year.