No. 2453 - Rare Vintage! Unique aging, Tropical Gilt! Introducing a good example of GMT-Master 1675 PCG from '61!

Hello! This is Kaneko from Commit Ginza, and I would like to introduce a recommended timepiece to you!

Today, I am featuring the GMT-Master, which is captivating for its one-of-a-kind aging and its tropical dial.

Rolex GMT-Master Tropical
Ref.1675 Serial: 69 series (manufactured around 1961)
Cal.1560, Rivet Bracelet 7206/FF80, Clasp 67.1, Case back 61.2
Accessories: Watch only
Store Price: 9,350,000 yen (tax included)

The second-generation GMT-Master "Ref. 1675" was manufactured from around 1959 to 1979.

The piece I am introducing today features a "Gilt Dial," which existed on models manufactured up until around 1967.

Gilt dials are captivating for their mirror-like brilliance, and are also characterized by the logo and minute lines painted in gold.

The recessed gold lettering looks magnificent in person; it is a beautiful dial that allows you to experience the delicate craftsmanship unique to vintage models!

Among Gilt dials, this piece features an early version produced until around 1964, often referred to as a "Chapter Ring," "Circle Mirror," or "MM Dial," characterized by the track-style minute circle printed along the outer edge of the dial.

This is a rare Tropical dial that has aged to a spectacular, cool-looking brown.

What do you think? It’s a wonderful example of aging that truly screams "Vintage!"

While a tropical gilt GMT-Master is a rare sight in itself, it is extremely uncommon to come across an MM dial that has aged into such a deep brown.

While the dial exhibits some spider-web cracking, it only adds to the charm, creating a wonderful, exquisite aging effect that pairs perfectly with the tropical dial.

Above all, the key point is that this 1675/Tropical Gilt still retains its glistening, glossy luster!

A glossy tropical dial is incredibly cool.

The lettering, which shines with an orange hue, also has a great sense of character!!

The luminous material on the indices remains intact, and the condition is excellent!!

The color of the luminous material on the hands matches the indices, and the condition of the lume is also very good.

The early insert on this piece is also wonderful!! The color, which appears to have an orange tint on the lower half—a unique characteristic of this era—is fantastic. The blue hue is also incredibly cool!!

Overall, this is a piece with a captivating atmosphere and aging that simply cannot be replicated by modern models!!

It also features the very early "deep-groove" bezel,

and the pointed "PCG" or "Cornino" crown guards, which are characteristic of this era and a point that vintage enthusiasts absolutely love!!

While there are scuffs and scratches consistent with its age, the overall condition is good, and I highly recommend it!

As you can see, the middle case is solid and has not been over-polished.

The lugs have a substantial, sturdy presence!

A rivet bracelet is an essential pairing for a mirror dial!

The buckle clasp is stamped for the 1st quarter of 1967.

While the vintage rivet bracelet has some very natural slack, it remains sturdy.

Wrist shot!! Seriously, it looks so cool!!
The exquisite gradient transition is irresistible.
Please enjoy this wonderful aging!!

GMT-Master Tropical Chapter Ring "Ref. 1675/1961"
This is a masterpiece that exhibits a truly unique and wonderful aging process! It is undeniably rare to find such a glossy tropical gilt dial on a GMT-Master!!
It looks even more impressive in person, so I highly encourage you to see it for yourself!!
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind vintage GMT-Master, please consider this piece.