1964 Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675 PCG “Pepsi” with Gilt Dial & Chronograph Papers
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ref. 1675, circa 1964, featuring a stainless steel screw-back Oyster case with pointed crown guards, visible chamfered lugs, a bi-directional 24-hour bezel with faded red-back “Pepsi” insert, black gilt chapter ring dial with luminous painted indices, red GMT hand, date aperture at 3 o’clock, and a Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links.
The watch measures approximately 42mm including crown guards by 47mm lug-to-lug, with a 20mm lug width. Serial number 101****. Triple signed, with signed Rolex clasp. Includes original outer box, chronometer paperwork with matched movement serial number, and Rolex brochure.
This vintage Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675 is a highly desirable early example, with inside case back stamped ref. 1675 and IV.63, paired with a period-correct Rolex 7206 riveted Oyster bracelet with 80 end links and 4/64 clasp date stamp. It features a faded red-back Pepsi bezel insert, black gilt chapter ring dial, tritium Mercedes hands, original signed Rolex crown, and plastic crystal. The movement is running and is reported as Rolex caliber 1570, 26 jewels.
Product Specifications:
Item Type: Vintage GMT Sports Wristwatch
Brand: Rolex
Model: Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master
Reference Number: 1675
Serial Number: 101****
Inside Case Back: Ref. 1675 with IV.63 date stamp
Bracelet Reference: Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet
End Links: 80 end links
Bracelet Date Stamp: 4/64
Circa: 1964
Condition: 8/10 (Good-Very Good)
Case Material: Stainless steel screw-back Oyster case
Case Size: Approx. 42mm including crown guards x 47mm lug-to-lug
Lug Width: 20mm
Crystal: Plastic crystal
Movement: Rolex caliber 1570 automatic movement, 26 jewels Crown: Original signed Rolex crown
Signed: Triple signed with signed clasp
Bracelet: Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links
Includes: Original outer box, Rolex chronometer paperwork dated September 9th, 1964, with matched movement serial number, tag, and Rolex brochure
Dial and Hands:
Dial: Black gilt chapter ring dial with luminous painted indices
Dial Condition: Light surface spotting
Indices: Luminous painted hour markers
Hands: Tritium Mercedes hands
Hand Condition: Fine-plus tritium hands with light cracking to luminous material on the GMT hand and loss of lume to the minute hand
GMT Hand: Red GMT hand
Date Window: Date aperture at 3 o’clock
Dial Text: Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, Swiss
Bezel Details:
Bezel Type: Bi-directional rotating 24-hour GMT bezel
Bezel Insert: Red and blue “Pepsi” insert with red back
Bezel Color: Blue with red faded toward orange / amber
Case Details:
Case Material: Stainless steel
Case Back: Screw-back Oyster case back
Case Back Stamp: IV.63
Case Style: Pointed crown guard case
Lugs: Chamfered lugs, still visible and crisp
Case Condition: Unpolished stainless steel case with visible original chamfers and light honest vintage wear. Light dings are present on the backs of the lugs from bracelet wear, with a dent noted on the top-right lug.
Band Details:
Band Material: Stainless steel
Band Style: Riveted Rolex Oyster bracelet
Bracelet Reference: 7206
End Links: 80 end links
Clasp: Signed Rolex clasp
Bracelet Date Stamp: 4/64
Bracelet Condition: Light wear with hardly any stretch; end links show imperfect fit
Features and Style:
Vintage Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675
Pointed crown guard case
Black gilt chapter ring dial
Faded red-back Pepsi 24-hour bezel insert
Dual-time GMT function with red GMT hand
Date display at 3 o’clock
Chamfered stainless steel Oyster case
Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links
Chronometer paperwork with matched movement serial number
Original outer box and Rolex brochure
Condition Report:
The movement is running and presents in excellent cosmetic condition overall, with light oxidation to the steelwork. The black gilt chapter ring dial shows light surface spotting. The tritium Mercedes hands show light cracking to the luminous material on the GMT hand and loss of lume to the minute hand.
The stainless steel case is unpolished, with visible original chamfers and light honest wear from age. Light dings are present on the backs of the lugs from bracelet wear, and a dent is noted on the top-right lug. The bezel rotation is stiff. The Rolex riveted 7206 Oyster bracelet with 80 end links shows light wear with hardly any stretch. The original signed crown shows very little wear with good threads. The plastic crystal is in good condition. The original outer box shows light wear.
About The Rolex GMT-Master Ref. 1675:
The Rolex GMT-Master ref. 1675 is one of the defining vintage Rolex sport watch references. Introduced around 1959 and produced until around 1980, the 1675 became known for its rotating 24-hour bezel, additional GMT hand, and connection to international aviation and travel. The model was originally developed for pilots and travelers who needed to track a second time zone.
Early 1960s examples such as this circa 1964 watch are especially desirable for their pointed crown guard case profile, gilt chapter ring dial, plastic crystal, aluminum Pepsi bezel insert, and period riveted Oyster bracelet. This example features a faded red-back Pepsi insert with the red tone aged toward orange / amber, giving the watch a distinctive vintage appearance.
This GMT-Master offers a strong combination of period details and documentation, including its black gilt chapter ring dial, faded red-back Pepsi insert, pointed crown guard case, visible lug chamfers, original outer box, chronometer paperwork with matched movement serial number, Rolex brochure, and period Rolex 7206 riveted bracelet...
Category
1960s Art Deco Vintage Rolex Jewelry
