Rolex GMT-Master II 'Coke' (Counterfeit / Representative Replica)
GMT / Travel Watch (Imitation) · Non-genuine / Counterfeit (Original brand: Rolex SA). This item is not an authentic Rolex product.
Period: Modern Luxury Aesthetic (Late 2000s - Present Style)
Type
GMT / Travel Watch (Imitation)
Brand
Non-genuine / Counterfeit (Original brand: Rolex SA). This item is not an authentic Rolex product.
Movement
Low-grade Generic Automatic or Quartz (Unbranded Chinese movement likely); lacks true GMT jumping-hour functionality.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 40mm; Thickness: 13mm; Lug-to-lug: 48mm; Lug width: 20mm.
Description
This is a low-tier counterfeit representation of a Rolex GMT-Master II. While it attempts to mimic the iconic 'Coke' color scheme, the proportions, finishing, and materials are significantly lower in quality than any genuine Swiss timepiece. The black coating is not consistent with Rolex factory finishes.
Key Features
Incorrect 'Maxi-dial' indices for this specific reference style, poor printing of the 'Superlative Chronometer' text, and a bezel font that does not match Rolex specifications.
Dial Description
Matte black dial with misaligned text. Applied indices with poor lume application. Mercedes-style hands and a thin GMT hand. Date window at 3 o'clock with a misaligned magnifying lens.
Case Material
Base metal with black PVD/DLC-style coating; evidence of poor finishing and non-genuine plating.
Crystal Type
Flat mineral glass or low-quality sapphire; Cyclops lens with incorrect 1.5x magnification and poor alignment.
Bezel Details
Bidirectional rotating bezel with a red and black 'Coke' insert. Insert appears to be painted aluminum or plastic rather than ceramic.
Crown & Pushers
Smaller-than-standard screw-down style crown with an incorrectly etched Rolex coronet logo. Lacks proper triple-lock gaskets.
Bracelet or Strap
Oyster-style bracelet with black coating. Features hollow-feeling links and a pressed-metal folding clasp with plastic wrapping indicative of new replicas.
Caseback Details
Solid, screw-down caseback without the correct circular brushing. Likely blank or with incorrect laser etching.
Movement Type
Low-grade Generic Automatic or Quartz (Unbranded Chinese movement likely); lacks true GMT jumping-hour functionality.
Water Resistance
Negligible / Not Rated. Though it looks like a dive-capable watch, the gaskets are likely decorative or poorly fitted.
Origin & Provenance
Unknown; likely mass-produced in a low-tier factory in China. No genuine horological provenance.
Age Estimate
Contemporary (likely produced within the last 1-3 years).
Cultural Significance
Negligible. Represents the large-scale market for counterfeit luxury goods rather than horological achievement.
Condition Notes
Condition: New / Unused (Mint Replica). Signs of poor manufacturing quality are visible regardless of usage, including rough edges on the lugs and misaligned date numbers.
Value Estimate
US $10 - $50 (Street value as a novelty item). This item has zero investment or resale value in the legitimate watch market.
Care & Maintenance
Not recommended for professional servicing. Water resistance is likely non-existent; avoid all contact with moisture.
Similar Watches
Authentic Rolex GMT-Master II Ref. 16710 (Vintage Coke), Tudor Black Bay GMT, or Seiko SSK001.
Interesting Facts
Genuine Rolex GMT-Master II models with a black/red 'Coke' bezel have not yet been released in a modern ceramic (Cerachrom) version or a factory-blackened case, making this a 'fantasy' model.