The GMT-Master reference 16700 occupies a notable chapter in the collection's history, arriving as the model that brought scratch-resistant sapphire crystal to the line. Sized at 40mm with a round case, it carries a screw-down crown and fold clasp on its Oyster Bracelet — a configuration that has kept the reference a reliable companion for those crossing time zones since its run began in the late 1980s.
The black dial is fitted with luminous index and dot hour markers and luminescent hands, delivering clear legibility regardless of conditions. A bi-directional rotating bezel extends the watch's function across chronometer-rated timekeeping duties that include hour, minute, second, and date display — all driven by an automatic movement.
This particular example dates to 1995 and is offered with its original box and original papers, adding important provenance to a reference that collectors continue to seek out for its place at the crossroads of utility and classic design.
