ROLEX | GMT MASTER II STICK DIAL, REFERENCE 16710 STAINLESS STEEL DUAL-TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET CIRCA 2006

Dial: blackCalibre: cal. 3185 automatic, 31 jewels Movement number: 31'311'573 Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: Z'564'610Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 40mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Guarantee card dated 15 September 2007, Rolex user manual, chronometer booklet, chronometer tag and presentation case

DIAL: in excellent condition. Hands are original and in very good condition CASE: in overall good condition With small marks to the band of the upper right lug, some scratches to the front of it, a minor dent to the edge of the lower right lug at 4, some marks to the left band and scratches at 8 and 9. Minor dents to the edge of the upper left lug and some scratches to the top of it. Very minor dents from bracelet removal. Caseback shows scratches from previous attempts to open the watch. Bezel with some discrete scuffs from normal wear. Edge of the sapphire with very minor and discrete dents at 8 and 12. Bracelet: OP11 / 78790A endlinks: OP 78790A. Bracelet shows minor signs of stretching, scratches throughout, clasp closes securely. MOVEMENT: running at the time of cataloguing. Date advances, GMT hand and hour hand function correctly, date advances properly. 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."

The GMT-Master II reference 16710 stayed in production until 2007, making this watch one of the last ones produced. During this period this reference went through substantial changes, such as changing from Tritium dials to Super Luminova dials and removing the pin-holes from the case. This watch features the so-called and sought-after stick dial. This dial is most easily distinguishable through the way the II has been printed. The usual Roman 'II' of GMT Master II is replaced by two 'sticks', hence the nickname.