Few modern Rolex sports watches have a nickname as instantly recognizable as the “Batman.” Defined by its black and blue bezel and built around true travel functionality, it brings a darker, more understated personality to the GMT-Master II lineup. For frequent flyers, Rolex collectors, or anyone looking for a sports watch with unmistakable character, it delivers presence without needing to shout.
Presents itself in mint condition with little to no signs of wear. Set against a glossy black dial, luminous round and baton hour markers pair with Mercedes-style hands for a crisp, highly legible layout. Framed by a bidirectional black and blue Cerachrom bezel, the two-tone 24-hour scale gives the watch its signature Batman identity while complementing the cool tone of the Oystersteel case. Wrapped in a three-link Oyster bracelet, brushed links are framed by polished chamfered edges before meeting a folding Oysterlock clasp with an Easylink comfort extension.
Functions include hours, minutes, seconds, date, and a second time zone. Unscrewing the Triplock crown allows the automatic Caliber 3285 to be manually wound, while the independent local hour hand can be adjusted in one-hour jumps without disturbing the minutes or reference time. The arrow-tipped 24-hour hand tracks a second time zone against the bezel, while rotating the bidirectional bezel can be used to reference an additional time zone. Powered by the Caliber 3285, the movement provides approximately 70 hours of power reserve, while the Oyster case offers water resistance to 100 meters.
Comes as a complete set, double-boxed with the Rolex warranty card, green card wallet, warranty booklet, green Rolex seal hang tag, and white swing tag.
From its restrained color palette to the purposeful mechanics beneath the dial, this GMT-Master II has the kind of character that works just as well in a daily rotation as it does alongside a serious collection. The black and blue configuration brings its own identity without sacrificing the practicality Rolex built into the reference. Complete and carefully presented, this example deserves a closer look.