Rolex
GMT Master 2 Coke

Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 16710 in 40 mm, black and red bi-colour “Coke” bezel, black dial, GMT function with 24-hour hand, chronometer-certified automatic movement, sapphire crystal, water-resistant to 100 m — Pre-owned 2000 (P-series…)

“Even on the other side of the world, it helps you stay on course: a professional travel watch that can display several time zones so you never lose sight of what matters.”

You book a flight, you receive the confirmation email, you count down the days. For many people, the journey begins at boarding. For the person wearing a Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 “Coke”, it begins as soon as the watch is set. The evening before departure, you pull out the crown, you decouple the local hour hand from the 24-hour GMT hand, and you set the destination time zone on the bezel. Already, your wrist is living on two clocks.On the morning of the flight, queuing for security, the black and red “Coke” bezel sometimes catches the eye of connoisseurs. Red for the daytime hours, black for the night: a simple, legible code, designed as much for cockpits as for cabins. The GMT hand points to a reference time – the time of the country you are leaving, the one you keep for work, or simply UTC for those who have got used to living on universal time. The local hour hand follows the climb to cruising altitude, ready to be moved the moment you land.In flight, as the windows fill with reflections and the curtains are drawn, the GMT-Master II keeps the thread. You look at the time in the country you are flying to in order to decide whether to sleep, work or read. You glance at home time to think of those who stayed on the ground. Amid announcements, delays and meals served at improbable hours, the watch maintains a clear dual-time reference. Everything is there: the 24-hour hand, the bi-colour bezel, the black dial laying out time like a miniature instrument panel.

On landing, the scene plays out in reverse. You unscrew the crown, advance the local hour hand independently to the new time zone, without stopping the watch or touching the GMT hand, then you put your passport away. A few seconds, a clean gesture, no hesitation. The 16710 was designed precisely for these quick adjustments, where the watch truly becomes a travel tool rather than a simple symbol

On the wrist, this GMT-Master II 16710 “Coke” is very much the ultimate travel watch. At the office, it pairs with a suit, blazer, chinos, a shirt or fine knitwear, maintaining that perfectly judged presence of a 40 mm Rolex sports model: assertive, yet entirely appropriate in a professional environment. The black and red bezel adds a controlled touch of colour, rooted in aviation codes rather than fashion. In the context of frequent travel, the watch reveals its full potential. A European trip, a transatlantic return flight, a mission across several time zones: the GMT function allows you to keep a reference time (head office, family, financial market, UTC) firmly anchored, whilst tracking the local time wherever you are. Changing time zones is effortless, the bezel sometimes becomes a third point of reference, and the watch gradually takes on the status of a true travelling companion. At weekends, the 16710 “Coke” works perfectly with jeans, knitwear, a leather jacket, a canvas jacket or a smarter overcoat. It suits both a city break and an extended stay abroad. For many enthusiasts, it is the watch they pick “by reflex” when leaving for a few days with only cabin luggage: a single steel Rolex sports watch, capable of doing everything and of keeping several time zones in mind.

As the journeys accumulate, the Rolex GMT-Master II “Coke” becomes a sort of silent address book. Each bezel position recalls a trip, a client, a city, a story. Red may mark a working time zone, black a time zone of the heart, and the line between the two becomes a frontier you cross regularly. In cabin wear, in a suit in an airport lounge, in polo shirt and jeans on an excursion, the watch retains the same discreet assurance: that of a pilot’s GMT adapted to the travellers of the modern world. The Rolex GMT-Master was born in the 1950s out of the collaboration between Rolex and Pan Am, at a time when intercontinental flights were becoming an everyday reality. The idea was simple and brilliant: to offer crews a watch capable of displaying local time and reference time simultaneously, using a 24-hour hand and a bi-colour rotating bezel.

The GMT-Master II came later, with a mechanism allowing the hour hand to be adjusted independently without stopping the watch, making the transition from one time zone to another much smoother. Ref. 16710, produced from the late 1980s to the mid-2000s, is one of the most emblematic versions of this generation: 40 mm case, sapphire crystal, calibre 3185, a choice of bezel inserts (Pepsi, Coke, black) and an instantly recognisable silhouette. The version with black and red “Coke” insert holds a special place in collectors’ hearts. More understated than the blue/red Pepsi, more expressive than a solid black bezel, it offers a very clear reading of the day/night cycle. The example offered here, dated 2000, with a serial number starting with P and AB6 clasp code (June 2000), sits at the very heart of this period: recent enough for effortless daily wear, old enough to benefit from the charm of 3185-powered GMTs that are now highly prized.

This Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 16710 “Coke” is built around a 40 mm Oyster case in Oystersteel, both robust and comfortable. Balanced lugs, gently curved flanks and a screw-down crown with crown guards give the watch a profile that is instantly readable as a classic Rolex sports model. The bi-directional rotating bezel carries a black and red aluminium insert, nicknamed “Coke”. Graduated over 24 hours, it allows you to display a second, then a third time zone in combination with the GMT hand. The red portion generally represents the daytime hours, the black portion the night, providing an intuitive guide even in changing light, whether in a cockpit or cabin.The black dial features applied luminous hour markers and Mercedes-style hour, minute, seconds and 24-hour GMT hands. Together, they provide exemplary legibility by day and by night. The date at 3 o’clock is magnified by the Cyclops lens, protected by a sapphire crystal resistant to everyday scratches. Inside, the Rolex calibre 3185 powers the watch. This chronometer-certified automatic movement offers the GMT function with independently adjustable hour hand, allowing you to change time zones without stopping the watch or disturbing the 24-hour reference hand. Its 28,800 vibrations per hour, robust construction and reputation for reliability make it a favourite among travellers who care about precision. Water-resistance to 100 m provides more than enough protection against rain, commuting, the occasional swim and the knocks of an active daily life. The Oyster bracelet in steel, Ref. 78790A, with solid 801 end-links, gives a sense of modern solidity and excellent stability on the wrist. The folding clasp with AB6 code, dated June 2000, confirms the chronological coherence of the watch and adds to the appeal of this example for a demanding enthusiast. The watch offered here is a Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 16710 “Coke” from 2000, P-series (serial number starting with P), featuring a black and red “Coke” bezel insert, black dial, automatic Rolex calibre 3185 and fitted with an Oyster bracelet Ref. 78790A with solid 801 end-links and AB6 clasp (June 2000). The watch is in very attractive overall condition for a piece of this generation. The 40 mm case retains harmonious volumes and clearly defined edges, with pleasing contrasts between polished and satin-brushed surfaces. The “Coke” insert shows patina consistent with its age, reinforcing the character of the watch. The black dial, hands and luminous material are in excellent condition, providing a clear reading at a glance. The sapphire crystal is clean, with no scratches visible to the naked eye. The Oyster 78790A bracelet has tension in line with the production year, with no abnormal stretch.

The watch is sold pre-owned with a Mostra luxury case, ideal for storing, displaying and safely transporting the GMT on your travels. As a whole, it is a particularly attractive proposition for anyone looking for a coherent P-series Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 “Coke” that is ready to hit the road – or the runway – as soon as it arrives.As with all watches offered by Mostra, this Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 “Coke” from 2000 has been meticulously checked by our in-house watchmaking workshop before being offered for sale. All key points have been verified: performance of the calibre 3185, correct synchronisation of the hands, proper operation of the GMT function, bezel rotation, time-setting, date change, and the integrity of the case, crown, crystal and bracelet. You can therefore enjoy a professional travel watch that is ready to accompany you from day one.The watch comes with Mostra’s three-year warranty, an exceptional duration on the pre-owned market and particularly valuable for a Rolex GMT intended for frequent travel and regular wear. This extended warranty reflects our commitment to rigorous selection and the high standards of our workshop, accustomed to sports and professional models with significant patrimonial value.

Mostra, renowned for its service and customer experience, has been recognised in the specialist press as the pre-owned specialist. By choosing this Rolex GMT-Master II 16710 “Coke” from Mostra, you are not simply acquiring an icon of air travel; you are entering a long-term buying experience based on transparency, careful curation and personalised support. Our team will advise you on the choice of model, the construction and coherence of your collection, bracelet sizing and best maintenance practices, with the calm, precise attention that makes all the difference when investing in a heritage piece. Every watch is examined with great care before being offered for sale, so that your wearing pleasure is both immediate and lasting, and our follow-up allows you to enjoy your GMT-Master II over time with a trusted point of contact. Our reviews are verified and show a 5-star rating, reflecting a successful customer experience and a level of service that meets the expectations of seasoned enthusiasts as well as those choosing their first travel Rolex.