The Rolex GMT-Master: The Most Iconic Traveller's Watch | Reference Points

[@nursultan_tulyakbay]

Thanks to COVID-19, I am currently using my GMT Batman only to track the time zone differences between my living room, bedroom and kitchen. #stayhome

[@ALTownsend77]

Eric’s voice has now replaced the white noise machine in our nursery.

[@ericwind4651]

Hahaha thank you. Your baby is destined for great horological things!

[@kevinbermingham3135]

@@ericwind4651 you are a legend Eric. Love this video.

[@nv00021]

I bought a GMT with my first real job in the world....it was around 2001....bought in Toronto from Swiss TIme.... remember cutting them a cheque from $5000! A few years later ran into some difficulty and had to sell it.... and to this day I don't regret much but I do regret selling that. To me one of the most iconic watches in history. Thanks for the content guys.... makes life a little better in this really depressing time.

[@GavinMcLeod]

Here is the content we want...

[@vacheronconstantin7]

Not rlly

[@closer71]

Except for the only white dial GMT ever made by Rolex!

[@Halfmoon67]

Eric Wind is great ! A wealth of knowledge ! Don’t let these people who complain about the tone of his voice prevent you from including him in your vids!

[@ericwind4651]

Thank you!!

[@saynototheborg]

Eric Wind your knowledge is really amazing and appreciated. I was curious how do you guys get a hold of all these watches? It’s amazing to be able to showcase the history of these watches.

[@MrBrianc1975]

Great video guys. The GMT is my favourite offering and it's great to see Eric talk us through them. He knows his stuff!

[@sachureedas]

Whoa easy there. Please don't blow me away with all your enthusiasm.

[@RebirthBeyond]

Hey @Eric Wind. You did a fine job and I love that Hodinkee is showcasing its talented contributors. All the best to you and hope to see you in more videos.

[@vgcamara]

The excitement in his voice is just contagious 😂

[@DerekRyanTwo]

Makes Ben Stein sound like a morning- show radio DJ.

[@audemarspiguet4237]

Hodinkee, please return these Reference Points series. I think the Explorer line would be appropriate considering it’s the 50th anniversary.

[@drewsneakerverse]

Eric dedicates some of his time to share a huge wealth of knowledge on the greatest movement in Rolex history, and people attack him for his voice! Disgusting. On behalf of watch enthusiasts everywhere, thank you to Jon, Eric and the HODINKEE team for pulling this together, it must have been quite difficult to get all these pieces on one table.

[@terrafirmahuman]

Amazing video. This is what great Hondinkee content should be. Keep them coming!

[@Thomgxx100]

Eric is a secret 1950'ies time traveler, picking up some interesting timepieces along the way !

[@KirkAndKhoi2017]

Eric Wind needs to chill. I know he’s excited but geez. It’s hard to focus when someone is so amped.

[@charliedunne8027]

Eric is one of the most knowledgeable people in the watch community and an incredibly kind individual. Viva La WIndster!

[@boombringer4078]

isnt he just? hes like a walking encyclopedia but way more charming.

[@ClassicalProtestant]

Shoutout to HODINKEE and shout out Eric for a doing a great job!

[@Cinemallennials]

No one can travel. Hodinkee: “Let’s release a reference video on the most iconic traveller’s watch.”

[@ericwind4651]

lol, well we filmed the video in October. How the world has changed since then!

[@JS97278]

This has made isolation that little bit better top work as always

[@mchockney3664]

I've rarely seen such a lack of enthusiasm or passion in the presence of such an amazing collection.

[@fungus_am0nguz644]

Thats just his style but let me tell you Mr Eric Wind has a ton of passion for watches. A walking encyclopedia of knowledge. I personally find his voice very soothing and he is a top tier seller.

[@kylepearce3878]

I love the modern GMT with the blackface and bezel and green hand. That is such a great look. Awesome video guys!

[@scampoli25]

Bless you Hodinkee, needed this today

[@scampoli25]

5L no but you will be soon boomer

[@MrVoayer]

A video of enormous value and importance ! THANK YOU ALL !

[@tods.9947]

I’m not a Rolex person. But seeing the whole family of GMT masters is awesome.

[@TheLumeRoom]

Best GMT collection I've ever seen!

[@samstraughan9054]

7:31 'blueberry'....many myths and strong opinions....Interviewer doesn't ask him anything about those...no elaboration...was he bored?

[@stevenjeziorski9590]

Very cool review. I own the latest controversial Batman on Jubilee and enjoy wearing it daily (Dress down/up, etc.). Jubilee Bracelet does not show nearly as many scratches as the Oyster Bracelet. Also, with new movement and longer power reserve!!

[@stephenbaumhauer2593]

The two of you are so exciting and charismatic! Born to be on camera!

[@amitkumardas390]

Couldn't agree more! xD

[@billmedic1995]

The one omission I see are the transitional models from the early to mid 80’s….the 16750. One of my personal favorites, because it has the “new” quickset date but still retains the plexiglass crystal and doesn’t have the independent setting for the GMT hand. The best of both worlds, and my eyes.

[@TriforceRich]

My favorite watch. Own a 16710 personally, perfect balance of cost (as far as Rolex GMTs are concerned), durability, function, and classic proportions.

[@jpbalutan]

Hooray for new reference points! Thank you Hodinkee 🙏

[@adhy2005]

the voice of that dude is exactly that kind of teacher who makes you sleep like a baby in the classroom.

[@ericwind4651]

Haha thank you

[@phmwu7368]

Finally after ten years Hodinkee ... Eric Wind is the man to do this ... 1970 - 2020 is 50 years Rolex-in-space since Jack Swigert wore his GMT-master on Apollo 13 ! #MoonwatchUniverse

[@TheGuitarBling]

Love the car horn at 5:17

[@arthurjin0722]

Waited so long for another Reference point serie!

[@EffortlessGentTV]

everything i've ever wanted to know about GMTs. Thanks Hodinkee 💪🏼

[@ihatekpeng]

This guy couldn't exude any less charisma if he tried.

[@MTbone7]

This meeting looked like quite a hoot

[@UGA.D]

Eric Wind is brilliant.

[@themississippikidful]

That gentleman knows his stuff ! Great video

[@WrongTimeWatch]

Wow, what an amazing collection. I would be very happy with just one.

[@williamstalvey6920]

Absolutely beautiful displays of what I believe is the best vintage watch as well as modern watch to own. I'm always impressed with someone whom elects to wear these Gmts

[@ClassicalProtestant]

Had to buy the 39MM Steinhart GMT on a jubilee...it allowed me to own a GMT and keep my wife.

[@ericwong4364]

what

[@NazimUddin-yk2tz]

Simp

[@stemikger]

Yeah, my watch habit has been the topic of a few arguments over the years. lol In an indirect way, it forced me to do well financially because I had a few grail watches I wanted. So I made sure I brought that up. lol

[@leeweisiang9038]

Just tell her you got it at the price of a Steinhart

[@lucioledizerot196]

Love these videos, very informative.

[@LesterLovesWatches]

Close to $1M on that table ......... 900,000 ......... ok 750,000.

[@turtlepenguin1494]

I know right? I can't believe that they have $500,000 worth of watches on the table

[@Dongorgon777]

Live the gold versions. Thanks to Jon and Eric Wind for this great video.

[@johngumdoc]

Wow, what a collection.

[@MarcusMinnesota]

I remember in 1999, our local jeweler had a lot of trouble selling the 16700. Most guys wanted the submariner and any takers on GMT went with the 2 model. I didn't like how pink the color was on the bezel. Retail at that time was $3000

[@MarcusMinnesota]

@leicanoct Used dealer in town would sell Rolex sport models for $2500 and buy them back for $2400. So in other words, you could wear all kinds of cool models for $100. I did. I do regret selling my new SS Daytona from 1998. I paid $6500 and had to sell it for same. What we know now...huh?

[@alfredmani1461]

I really enjoy the Reference Point series along with the Boutique Visits. I have long harboured aspirations that look to acquire said piece. The 1675 appeals on a sentimental level. However, the new pepsi in steel, cumbersome in its sizing it may be, projects a certain contemporary appeal which may be down to the significant upgrade in used materials. Who knows. The heart wants, the mind dreams, the wallet opens. Such are the complexities of life and the most pressing issues at the forefront of this individuals agendum. Thank you for the wonderful content ... adieu!

[@watchdork]

When my wife asks me why i spent 22k on a watch, I'll refer her to this video. The statement that ends at 1:37 explains it all. Well said Mr. Wind.

[@Robert.Dickson]

What a fascinating video. I had no idea there were so many variants.

[@timur9429]

This GMT reference points is on point. Very good thanks!!

[@wesleydstein]

Dude seems like he hates talking about amazing watches.

[@SalvatoreCaruso24]

I LOVE this video, so informative and enjoyable. Nice job Hodinkee!

[@TimeAndCrown]

Amazing video. I’m impressed you managed to go through all those amazing watches in just 15 minutes.

[@briankim1562]

great and useful vid. i own a 16710 and i love it!!

[@RolexTimex]

This episode is a classic.

[@williamstalvey6920]

A couple of people who wore and still wear Rolex GMT is Franklin Graham, Edward Graham,Will Graham, and delta force founder, Charlie Beckwith.

[@juniorjohnson5961]

Great job Eric !!👍

[@ikkomariano6254]

YES!!! Thank you, Hodinkee.

[@blingblingstarmie-5294]

I'd love to see one of these for IWC mark watches

[@raksh9]

They need to find a suitable collection and expert, I wonder how many of these there are.

[@JustWatchreviews]

Waiting for the Explorer reference points :-)

[@stefv.w.1177]

Out of all of them I'd chose the coke 16710 or the new Batman on an oyster bracelet.

[@stemikger]

Oh Man, that Pink Panther made me drool on my computer.

[@vincentferreira1135]

I can’t even begin to fathom the amount of money on that table right now.

[@jakerakestraw5751]

Not near as much as it was this time 2 years ago, but still a ton of cash. Especially those early ones with the bakelite bezels. Waiting for the right time to pick up my mid 60s GMT.

[@kyle618]

he sounds so excited

[@ericwind4651]

Sorry!

[@DJSV25]

Reading this comment was more exciting than watching the entire video.

[@liambailey-meagher7210]

Great stuff again Hodinkee! Love to see a reference points on the Explorer!

[@deltropico7]

Amazing content! Thanks for putting in the work. You guys are scholars

[@michaelturner7949]

The GMT is the best professional model; to me it is beyond criticism: the hands are broad compared to the diver range, which leaves me nonplus.

[@mathieuvaillancourt3219]

The QC on the painted GMT hands look better than the newer models.

[@gmshadowtraders]

Sssh don't say that here

[@mathieuvaillancourt3219]

@@gmshadowtraders you can't hide behind macro shot ;)

[@stevensoffer7568]

Love a video about a travelers watch when we’ll all stuck inside

[@ericwind4651]

Ironic! We filmed this in October, who would have thought the world would be what it is now?

[@stevensoffer7568]

Eric Wind Could not make it up, Eric. My plans to grab one these references sure took a hit in the last few weeks but unfortunately there are more pressing issues than that. Hope all is well with you and your family. Quick question. How badly do you think this economic collapse will influence the vintage Rolex market?

[@manuacharya4568]

Eric is like socially awkward and introvert version of Ben Clymer!

[@mikejones-dx8bx]

that's what makes him likeable

[@Burak-hq3oc]

Ironic timing for a gmt deep dive lol

[@ericwind4651]

Too true

[@coldteeth24]

This guest's voice sounds fun, exciting and energetic and I couldn't wait till april 1st to say so.

[@thomasbatchelor9398]

Wow amazing watches. The Batman on a Jubilee... Simply Amazing. Great video..👍🏻👍🏻

[@Chris_UES]

I've owned my GMT Master 16753 since 1989 - Black/Gold dial - Steel/Gold Oyster bracelet. I stopped wearing it in public (Manhattan) as the value is too high now. Still looks great on the winder or worn for special occasions.

[@robertcatuara5118]

I have the 1979 version with Jubilee. I wear it daily, but I live in the suburbs.

[@MostlyRight88]

I love the reference points series but this one isn't my favorite. Eric is crazy knowledgeable but I feel like this one just listed off the reference evolution versus weaving a narrative around why the watch matters; let's hear about the Pan Am connection, why it was a popular model with explorers and NatGeo, how was it received compared to the Sub or other models etc. There's a lot of context around these watches that feels like its missing. Also, I could use a little more enthusiasm next time, it felt like a professor who'd already hit tenure and was just reciting facts versus someone who really wants to teach you about the subject.

[@kyle618]

i agree

[@ericwind4651]

I strongly recommend you read the article! Jon Bues discusses this in the text. www.hodinkee.com/articles/rolex-gmt-master-reference-points

[@ignacioroldan3062]

This should be rated as +18

[@raksh9]

I know, right? I have to change my pants after watching this. 😁

[@ginyamaguchi1421]

If 2020 had a voice.

[@ericwind4651]

Sorry!

[@4201818168]

I have a 126710 BLRO on oyster and I love it.

[@muds1123]

I picked mine up today. Incredible

[@vincenzodigrande2070]

I love how Tempus Machina uses a sapphire insert on their iteration of the 6542 to pay tribute to that fantastic look that had! I sure hope this is a thing that Rolex themselves will pick up on in future models.

[@augustinf]

All these small variations of certain models are really for people with extreme ocd and extremely full pockets

[@eazye619]

Would kill for an aluminum bezel GMT Master II. Likely will never happen though as the prices are too much

[@brucelee9941]

I wish the prices of the 80s were still around, its ridiculous at how a $5k Rolex could now be $15k, for example I have a 1803 18k Rolex day-date President the original price was around $6k I paid $10650

[@rustydrog]

The reference points intro jingle is great

[@watchreviews4k]

Interesting content. Regards.

[@mannycalavera2335]

I was hoping they'd do this one.

[@flynnjp19]

We all have the same comments, he has a really good strong deep voice, but too monotone....

[@TpEric62]

Nothing excites him anymore.... :)

[@adelarsen9776]

Coke owners know they have the best iteration of the GMT.

[@jayr2537]

Somebody had to say it.

[@adelarsen9776]

Coke ceramic white gold oyster :-)

[@exsgt007]

The GMT expert reminds me of a young Henry Kissinger.

[@stemikger]

LOL. Good observation! Back in the day, Henry was a chick magnet!

[@morepassionfoo]

Always nice to learn about Rolex gmt’s. Especially the old ones

[@williamstalvey6920]

Eric love the display and your knowledge is incredible.

[@s802487]

I love these series

[@Wooooosaaaaaa]

Just me or did like 20 cars honks in the background? NYC baby lol

[@ericwind4651]

Good catch haha, we had to stop filming a few times because of that

[@Bamsebrakar2011]

My 16700 from 1996 was supplied new to me by the original dealer with the black and gold bezel ring, which I think is quite unusual. I wanted the all black (black and steel) bezel ring rather than the ‘Pepsi’ which it was factory fitted with, but there was an order backlog of several months so I agreed to have the black and gold fitted instead. And it has stayed that way for 25 years.

[@SparkyMarkyMark23]

Amazing Details & History Of The GMT Master Series.

[@kingarchnyc]

Been waiting for this for a long time!!! Thx!

[@EscapePlan97]

Ceramic Pepsi Jubilee is THE best modern iteration with vintage vibes imho.

[@philchan2512]

Best video I’ve seen in a long time!

[@JP-js8jr]

love the GMT but somehow seem to be the only one who doesnt like the Pepsi.. either Black Bezel or Rootbeer for me

[@leonardoleal5092]

Pair of dull duds, you can watch some of talking watches episodes with guests who don’t have half of the knowledge these guys have but they talk about it with passion and enthusiasm

[@leekindell9937]

he is Reverent Lovejoy from Simpsons...lol

[@first264]

I'm getting flashbacks of Ferris Bueller's day off with that monotone voice

[@mothaybabonnam5632]

We found someone who finally won Ben Steins money