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Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce you to some recommended watches!
Today we have a fine example of a discontinued GMT-Master!!

Rolex GMT-Master All Tritium Tip Dot
Ref.16700 Serial.R8 (manufactured around 1988)
Cal.3175 FF501B/78360 Clasp Code N3
Accessories: Box, warranty card (874: Hong Kong / date open)
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Introducing the semi-vintage model of the 5-digit GMT-Master "Ref. 16700"!

The Ref. 16700 was produced from the R series (around 1988) to the A series (around 1999),
This is one of the early models manufactured around 1988.

This particular example was manufactured around 1988 and is in excellent condition.

Please take a look!

The luminous parts are the hands and dial, and are all tritium.
The tritium luminous material has changed to a beautiful cream color.

The dial condition is excellent and remains clean even with a magnifying glass.

There is a slight crack on the second hand that can be seen with a magnifying glass,
The tritium luminous material is in good condition.

If you look closely, you'll see that the second hand has a dot at the tip!
This is also the charm of a semi-vintage model!

The bezel insert is an early insert with very understated serifs.

The Pepsi insert has some aging,
The color is good and the condition is good!!

The condition has been overhauled and finished at our affiliated workshop,
There are no noticeable scratches on the case or bracelet, and it is in good condition.

The condition of the middle case is particularly impressive!

The lug legs are thick and crisp!!
The impressive, sharp edges of the rug legs are truly attractive!

The hairline is also amazing! The exterior finish is included,
It is rare to come across a case like this for a model manufactured around 1988.

The case side is also in good condition!

The single buckle, an essential feature of a semi-vintage model, is also in good condition!

The clasp code is also consistent with "N3".

The bracelet is in good condition with almost no creases!

Accessories include box, warranty card, GMT booklet (92), Oyster booklet (92), calendar (88-89),
Comes with black inserts!!

Wrist shot!!
The crackling case and slightly burnt tritium make this a really cool piece!

A popular semi-vintage model: the GMT-Master "Ref. 16700/R8"
This is an excellent example with the dial, case, and bracelet in excellent condition!
It also comes with a solid guarantee, so I highly recommend it!
Such a high-quality Ref. 16700/early model is certainly attractive.
If you are looking for a 5-digit GMT Master, please consider this!

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