OVERVIEW

Another truly stunning example of one the the last galvanic gilt dial GMT 1675s before Rolex switched to the matte dial in 1967. The term “gilt” is more commonly defined as an applied gold finish to a surface, but as it pertains to dials the galvanic gilt process used either a nickel or copper baseplate to show the words on the dial in negative relief. This example has a copper baseplate therefore the print looks truly gold. While a nickel print is beautiful in its own right, there is a charm about the gold print under the deep black dial that is unmatched.

As Rolex (and other brands as well) started to significantly ramp up and streamline their production, the galvanic gilt process of printing dials became too costly and time consuming which is why no one continues to do it now. These dials are absolutely special though, and nothing compares to seeing the real thing in the sunlight. Especially when the condition is 100% like this one.

CONDITION NOTES

CASE: Professionally sharpened in the past with sharp, thick long lugs and light wear. No corrosion at the seams which means the watch is still water resistant with fresh gaskets. Bezel is also sharp with the most vibrant cobalt and orange small triangle insert.

DIAL: Absolutely stunning and fully glossy galvanic gilt dial with copper print and untouched lume plots. Many times the dial on these have a bit of deterioration of the lacquer toward the edges or around the markers but this one has none of that. Feel free to ask me for a video in the daylight.

HANDS: Excellent original flat gilt handset with matching patina and original lume. And of course, correct tiny GMT hand.

MOVEMENT: Super clean and running optimally.