Rolex GMT-Master Gilt 6542

Everything on this watch is original, except for the aftermarket bezel and the date wheel. The bezels on early Rolex 6542 models were highly radioactive, leading to a major scandal. As a result, all original early bezels were destroyed.

This is a well-preserved early model of the Rolex GMT-Master reference 6542—the very first GMT model ever produced by Rolex. Introduced in the mid-1950s, the 6542 was developed in collaboration with Pan Am to meet the needs of international pilots, laying the foundation for one of the brand’s most iconic tool watches.

The reference 6542 gets its nickname from the only woman in the United States known to be running an organised crime gang: “Pussy Galore” as seen in the 1964 James Bond film “Goldfinger”.

The case and bracelet have been professionally polished to a high standard, while the dial remains 100% original. It serves as an outstanding reference for collectors, accurately showcasing the defining characteristics of an early Rolex 6542 dial.

SPECIFICATIONS

Brand: Rolex

Model: GMT-Master

Gender: Men's

Reference: 6542

Year: 1956

Movement: Automatic

Case size: 38 mm

Case material: Steel

Bracelet material: Steel

Water resistance: No

Glass: Plexi

Condition: Bezel is aftermarket. Original case and original bracelet are restored.

Papers: No

Box: Yes

Guarantee: We will provide you with an invoice and a 2-year guarantee issued under your name.