Rolex "Batman" GMT Master II 40mm Stainless Steel Watch W/Box and Papers (Ref. 116710BLNR) - This handsome timepiece was crafted by the artisans at the world renowned luxury watch maker Rolex. This GMT-Master II is the highly sought after and collectible model lovingly referred to by collectors as "Batman" due to its black and blue color scheme. This model 116710BLNR is now discontinued and has been replaced by the 2019 126710BLNR model which now comes on a jubilee band. This watch features: 40mm solid stainless steel Oyster case; bidirectional rotatable 24-hour graduated bezel with two-color blue and black Cerachrom insert in ceramic, engraved numerals and graduations; black dial with highly legible Chromalight display including luminous hands and dot hour markers, minute markers around the outer rim, date display at the 3 o'clock position; calibre 3186 automatic movement with power reserve of approximately 48 hours; second time zone with independent rapid-setting of the hour hand; screw-down crown with Triplock triple waterproofness system; stainless steel Oyster bracelet; scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with cyclops lens over date. This is an extremely rare model, as Rolex made such a limited quantity that they are not even displayed in stores. You can only get this watch if you know to ask for it, and that is if you can even find a retailer that has one in stock as they are usually held back for their most elite clientele. These limited models can trade for 25-40% or more over retail in the second hand market, as they are incredibly hard to find. This watch will include the box and papers. Auction Note: The buyer of this lot will receive an appreciation letter from Prince Lorenzo de' Medici for participating in his family's auction. SHIPPING NOTE: LOCAL PICKUP IS NOT AVAILABLE, AS WE ARE CONSTANTLY WORKING ON LOCATION AT DIFFERENT SITES. YOU MAY CONTACT US PRIOR TO THE AUCTION TO MAKE PICKUP ARRANGEMENTS AND WE WILL ATTEMPT TO ACCOMMODATE PICKUP REQUESTS UPON PRIOR APPROVAL. WE PROVIDE IN-HOUSE SHIPPING ON ALL LOTS. IF YOU ARE BIDDING ON LIVEAUCTIONEERS YOU MAY ALSO ELECT TO USE THEIR SHIPPING SERVICES.