ROLEX | ROOT BEER, GMT-MASTER, REF 1675STAINLESS STEEL AND YELLOW GOLD DUAL TIME WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELETCIRCA 1970

Dial: brown, nipple indexes Calibre: cal. 1570 automatic, 26 jewels Movement number: D'692'325 Case: stainless steel, 18k yellow gold bezel and crown, screw-down back Case number: 2'492'034 Closure: stainless steel and 14k yellow gold Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 40mm, bracelet circumference approx. 170mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex booklets, presentation case, yellow gold bezel and bi-metallic oyster folding bracelet

Movement: Running at the time of cataloguing. Case: In very attractive condition. Minor surface wear and minor polishing. The numbers between the lugs are crisp and easy to read. The case back with minor wear and signs from opening and very minor pin head dings. Inside is stamped for 1970. The steel and gold bracelet with light surface wear and the links are a little stretched. The bracelet is stamped for 1970. Dial: In very attractive and original condition. Minor discoloration to the lumes which no longer react under UV.
"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."

This 1675 was the first bi-metallic GMT Master to be produced, all previous executions available only in steel. Due to its copper and gold 24-hour bezel insert, GMT models with this colour configuration have been nicknamed 'root beer' by collectors. This particular version of the root beer has also been dubbed 'The Clint Eastwood' due to its appearance on the wrist of the actor in several films and press shots.  Manufactured circa 1970 this watch belongs to the early production of the root beer models.