The Greenwich II (GMT Master II) is a popular Rolex watch series focusing on cross-time zone functions. Its distinctive bezel color and material combination give players a different user experience. The characteristics of the Greenwich II are first reflected in the color. The series has a variety of contrasting ceramic bezels, which are highly recognizable. From the choice of materials, the series is present in various precious metals, and there are also swiss models with meteorites, total diamonds, and other dials. The gold steel model combines 18K and oyster steel to show the ultimate luxurious texture. As early as 2006, the brand launched a gold steel watch with model 116713LN, which impressed players with its unique “little green needle.” Today, the new 2023 Greenwich II gold steel watch is coming to us with a new look.
The GMT hand of the previous generation of gold steel watch Ref.116713 is green, which enhances its readability and adds vitality to the dial. The new Ref.126713grnr has canceled this design, and the GMT hand has been changed to the same gold as the hour, minute, and second hands. Although recognition has been weakened, from another perspective, the color integrity of the dial has been improved.
The hands and hour markers are 18K gold, contrasting with the black lacquered dial. The words “GMT-Master II” above the 6 o’clock position are painted yellow, echoing the color of gold. The small window convex lens at 3 o’clock is also a brand feature. This design originated in the 1950s and was first installed in the log watch. It can magnify the calendar and make it clear and easy to read with a double anti-reflective coating.
The commemorative bracelet (Jubilee bracelet) is also a change in the new version of the Greenwich II gold steel model. In contrast, the previous generation, Ref.116713, uses an Oyster bracelet. Players also call them “five-zhu chains” and “plate chains”; they have different focuses on appearance and the feeling of wearing. Currently, the “Inter Milan Circle” and “Coke Circle” styles offer two straps for players to choose from, but for the new version of the gold steel model, there is only a commemorative strap.
The commemorative strap is presented with two polishing processes: polishing and brushing. It shines under the light, and the refracted light is very dazzling. This luxurious visual texture complements the 18K gold. The strap is also equipped with easy-adjust links, which can be extended by about 5 mm without adding links.
We know that many Rolex series have two products. For example, the Explorer (Explorer I) has essential functions, the Explorer II (Explorer II) has dual time functions, the Yacht-Master I has a bidirectional rotating bezel, and the Yacht-Master II has a 10-minute clock. However, only “II” is seen without “I. for the Greenwich model.” The early Greenwich watches belong to the first generation. The main difference is that the hour hand must be adjusted slowly. The brand solved this problem in the second generation of products. At this point, the Greenwich I has completed its historical mission and has been replaced by the more perfect Greenwich II. The best replica watches in the world.
From the birth of the series to 2005, for half a century, the Greenwich watches used anodized aluminum outer rings. Although the reliability of this material has passed the test of time, its shortcomings are also obvious – it is inevitable to leave “traces of time” after long-term wear. For this reason, Rolex developed the “Cerachrom” bezel made of ceramic material in 2005, which made the outer ring more beautiful and durable. The early Cerachrom bezel was black, and a two-color version was launched after 2013.
The ceramic outer ring of the Greenwich II Gold Steel model is not a single color but a “gray + black” two-color combination. Because the two colors are relatively close, you need to observe to distinguish them. In fact, since 2013, the new Greenwich II no longer uses a single-color bezel, which is also necessary to strengthen the characteristics and differentiate it from the Submariner series.
The anti-slip teeth are also made of gold, and the details are echoed. As a professional cross-time zone watch, the Greenwich II can read information from three time zones: the hour hand on the dial points to the first time zone, the GMT hand shows the second time zone, and the third time zone information needs to be read by rotating the outer ring and the GMT hand.
Like many new Rolex products, the watch has the latest 32 series automatic winding movement generation, specifically model 3285. This movement has a GMT function, and in addition to the Greenwich II, it is also used by the “Explorer II.” The Cal.3285 movement is characterized by a 70-hour power reserve, a bearing-type automatic winding structure, and the Paraflex shock absorber designed by Rolex.
From its debut in 2006 to its discontinuation in 2019, the GMT-Master II yellow gold steel watch Ref.116713LN has been with players for more than ten years and can be regarded as a classic. After a four-year absence, the new Ref.126713GRNR has made a strong comeback with many details, such as a commemorative strap, a black and gray two-color outer ring, and a more integrated gold GMT hand.
Band Width: 20mm
Case Color: Gold-tone
Band Color: Two-tone
Band Length: 18cm
Model: 16713BKSO-1
Case Thickness: 15mm
Gender: Men’s
Brand: Rolex
Series: Gmt Master