Clocking frames. (From Rolex via YouTube)
A recent YouTube video posted by Rolex about the GMT-Master II has fans of the brand buzzing in the comment section and on forums.
The video posted on Jan. 30, roughly two months before the brand's slated unveil of the new collection at Watches & Wonders, is titled “Rolex GMT-Master II – Keep track of ties [sic].” The 37-second clip features most GMT-Master II in the collection. “Most” because two models already rumored to be discontinued are glaringly absent: The iconic “Pepsi” BLRO and the “Sprite” VTNR. Rolex never comments on potential releases or discontinuations.
Still, Rolex said in 2018 the BLRO was the only Rolex using an alumina-based ceramic bezel because of the challenge of producing the red color. All the other ceramic bezels are made from the more durable zirconia. The VTNR is the only watch at Rolex with a crown and date on the left. Rolex not only had to reverse the typography of the date disc, but also retool any kind of equipment that regulates time keeping for a reversed movement to earn its superlative rating, according to the brand.