Important Watches: Part I
Important Watches: Part I
Rolex
GMT Master II 'Destro', Reference 126720VTNR | A stainless steel dual time zone wristwatch with date and bracelet | Circa 2022
Auction Closed
May 12, 11:39 AM GMT
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Dial: black
Calibre: cal. 3285 automatic, 31 jewels
Case: stainless steel, screw-down case back
Case number: 77'GD6'222
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Jubilee bracelet and folding clasp
Size: 40 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Rolex warranty card, instruction manual, card holder, 'COSC' hang tag and presentation case with outer packaging
When this new Rolex GMT-Master II was unveiled in 2022, it took the entire industry by surprise. The reference 126720VTNR is fitted with a never-seen-before black and green ceramic bezel. Furthermore, the crown is placed on the left side of the case, at 9 o’clock. This configuration is known as 'Destro', referring to the fact that the watch is designed to be worn on the right wrist.
While a few Rolex from the 1950’s and 1960’s, including GMT, Submariner and Datejust were made with the crown at 9 o’clock, most probably upon special request, it is the first time Rolex has done it within its regular production.
Quickly nicknamed 'Sprite' or 'Destro' by the watch community, this model is subject to an extremely long waiting list. Cherished by collectors who have immediately understood its historical importance, less than a handful of them have appeared at auction.
This example is in most attractive condition and comes with its original Guarantee and presentation case.