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This Rolex GMT-Master II in steel is presented in very good condition, featuring a 40mm case, Oyster bracelet with folding clasp, and a black and blue ceramic bezel. Ideal for business travel, weekend city breaks, or everyday wear, it offers a refined balance of function and style with its automatic GMT and date display.
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• Steel case and Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
• Black and blue ceramic bezel
• Automatic movement with GMT and date function
• 40mm case
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Q: Will the 40mm size suit most wrists, and can the bracelet be adjusted? A: The 40mm case is a versatile size that suits many wrists and is often worn as a unisex style. This watch is sized to approximately 17 cm and comes with two additional link pieces, so sizing can be adjusted for a better fit.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What is the Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 116710BLNR “Batman”? A: It is a 40mm Rolex GMT-Master II in steel with a black dial, a black and blue ceramic 24-hour bezel, automatic movement, date display and Oyster bracelet. The nickname “Batman” comes from the blue-and-black bezel colour combination.
Q: What does the GMT function do? A: The GMT function lets you read two time zones at once using the 24-hour hand and bezel. You can also use the rotating bezel to track a third time zone, which makes this model especially practical for travel and everyday international use.
Q: Which movement does this reference usually use, and what is the power reserve? A: The 116710BLNR is typically associated with Rolex calibre 3186, a self-winding mechanical movement with GMT and date functions. Power reserve is generally around 48 hours when fully wound.
Q: Is the black and blue ceramic bezel durable, and will the colour fade? A: The Cerachrom bezel is highly scratch-resistant and the colour is built into the ceramic, so fading under normal wear is not generally expected. However, ceramic can still chip or crack if the watch receives a hard knock.
Q: Is this watch water-resistant? A: This model was originally designed with 100-metre water resistance. As this is a pre-owned watch, we recommend treating water resistance with care unless the seals and pressure testing have been checked recently by a qualified watchmaker.
Q: Does it have a sapphire crystal and date magnifier? A: Yes, this model features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and Rolex’s Cyclops magnifier over the date window for improved legibility.
Q: Will the 40mm size suit most wrists, and can the bracelet be adjusted? A: The 40mm case is a versatile size that suits many wrists and is often worn as a unisex style. This watch is sized to approximately 17 cm and comes with two additional link pieces, so sizing can be adjusted for a better fit.
Q: Is the 116710BLNR still in production? A: No, this reference has been discontinued. That is one reason it remains especially popular among collectors and buyers who prefer the earlier Oyster-bracelet version of the blue-and-black GMT-Master II.
Q: What condition is this watch in? A: According to the product information, it is in very good pre-owned condition with minimal traces of use on the case and bezel, plus a few hairline scratches on the bracelet and clasp. The crystal is described as excellent.
Q: What is included with this watch, and how do you confirm authenticity? A: This piece is delivered with original box, booklet, warranty card, hangtags and two link pieces. A Retro Tale states that all watches are 100% original, professionally authenticated and sold with a 12-month mechanical guarantee.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This Rolex GMT-Master II in steel is presented in very good condition, featuring a 40mm case, Oyster bracelet with folding clasp, and a black and blue ceramic bezel. Ideal for business travel, weekend city breaks, or everyday wear, it offers a refined balance of function and style with its automatic GMT and date display.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What is the Rolex GMT-Master II ref. 116710BLNR “Batman”? A: It is a 40mm Rolex GMT-Master II in steel with a black dial, a black and blue ceramic 24-hour bezel, automatic movement, date display and Oyster bracelet. The nickname “Batman” comes from the blue-and-black bezel colour combination.
Q: What does the GMT function do? A: The GMT function lets you read two time zones at once using the 24-hour hand and bezel. You can also use the rotating bezel to track a third time zone, which makes this model especially practical for travel and everyday international use.
Q: Which movement does this reference usually use, and what is the power reserve? A: The 116710BLNR is typically associated with Rolex calibre 3186, a self-winding mechanical movement with GMT and date functions. Power reserve is generally around 48 hours when fully wound.
Q: Is the black and blue ceramic bezel durable, and will the colour fade? A: The Cerachrom bezel is highly scratch-resistant and the colour is built into the ceramic, so fading under normal wear is not generally expected. However, ceramic can still chip or crack if the watch receives a hard knock.
Q: Is this watch water-resistant? A: This model was originally designed with 100-metre water resistance. As this is a pre-owned watch, we recommend treating water resistance with care unless the seals and pressure testing have been checked recently by a qualified watchmaker.
Q: Does it have a sapphire crystal and date magnifier? A: Yes, this model features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and Rolex’s Cyclops magnifier over the date window for improved legibility.
Q: Will the 40mm size suit most wrists, and can the bracelet be adjusted? A: The 40mm case is a versatile size that suits many wrists and is often worn as a unisex style. This watch is sized to approximately 17 cm and comes with two additional link pieces, so sizing can be adjusted for a better fit.
Q: Is the 116710BLNR still in production? A: No, this reference has been discontinued. That is one reason it remains especially popular among collectors and buyers who prefer the earlier Oyster-bracelet version of the blue-and-black GMT-Master II.
Q: What condition is this watch in? A: According to the product information, it is in very good pre-owned condition with minimal traces of use on the case and bezel, plus a few hairline scratches on the bracelet and clasp. The crystal is described as excellent.
Q: What is included with this watch, and how do you confirm authenticity? A: This piece is delivered with original box, booklet, warranty card, hangtags and two link pieces. A Retro Tale states that all watches are 100% original, professionally authenticated and sold with a 12-month mechanical guarantee.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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13 669 £
• Steel case and Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
• Black and blue ceramic bezel
• Automatic movement with GMT and date function
• 40mm case
