{"product_id":"rolex-gmt-master-two-tone-root-beer-as02943","title":"Rolex GMT-Master Two-Tone 'Root Beer'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur love for the Rolex GMT-Master isn't confined to the Pepsi variants so vaunted by Rolex aficionados. In fact, we're pretty much smitten with anything in the GMT family. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother love of ours is two-tone. From the simple Datejust to Thunderbirds and even Subs, we think two-tone Rolexes shouldn't just be the exclusive property of retired car salesman living in Boca Raton. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo what could possibly be more alluring than a two-tone Rolex GMT? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll admit, the \"Root beer \"GMT isn't everyone's style — the brown dial and orange, brown and cream colored bezels aren't as iconic (unless you're Clint Eastwood) as the beloved Pepsi, and the bi-metal look hasn't quite gained full-fledged acceptance in enthusiast circles. But damn if that doesn't make us love it even more!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollecting vintage is as much about establishing an identity through your watch as it is finding rare pieces, and what better way to stand out than with an \"outsider\"?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBesides, examples like this, with its unpolished case, sunburst brown 'nipple' dial, and crisp two-tone bezel, drip with patina, story and character. And did we mention that it comes with its box, punched papers and hangtags? It might be weird, but its \u003cem\u003eour kind\u003c\/em\u003e of weird.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it a shot. You'll be happy you did. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Reference 16753, released in the late 1970s, provided a fresh new look to the GMT line. The combination of steel and gold perfectly encapsulated the preppy stye that prevailed in that period. Moreover, this shifted Rolex into the luxury sphere, which established an upward sales trend that infused much needed cash flow into the manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVisually and technically, the 16753 stands out from other iterations of the GMT-Master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe glossy dial and colorful bezel give the watch a sleek appearance that’s magnified by the gold detailing on the crown, bezel, bracelet and handset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBut the improvements to the 16753 wasn't only skin deep—a new movement was also fitted, which had hacking capabilities as well as a quickset date, one of the first applications of this feature in the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSleek\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctional, the 16753 \"Root Beer\" GMT makes a quirky but delightful choice for the sophisticated and playful traveler.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15448611258455,"sku":null,"price":15500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/Rolex_GMT_Master_WOS41__6.jpg?v=1542316872","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/rolex-gmt-master-two-tone-root-beer-as02943","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}