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Model Name:
Rolex GMT Blueberry 1675
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Reference:
1675
Price ($)
$
44000
Country:
Switzerland
A.I. Rating
8.6
Crowd Rating:
2741
Watch Description
https://www.europeanwatch.com/blog/rolex-gmt-master-1675-blueberry-review/
The Rolex Blueberry GMT, easily picked out of the crowd on account of its all blue bezel, is one of the most enigmatic and desired vintage Rolex models out there. Despite being such a highly collectible and valuable timepiece— it often commands a substantial premium over a standard 1675—there are still many unanswered questions about its origins and even legitimacy. There are all kinds of legends about the watch. Some claim a batch of blue bezels was saved from a factory fire by a brave worker, with all the rest getting burned up. Others say Rolex has confirmed that they never made a Blueberry GMT, while some claim the opposite. We may never know the truth, but the scholarly consensus is that rare genuine examples exist, and those examples share some generally agreed-upon traits.
First, this all blue bezel was only made for the reference 1675 Rolex GMT-Master from the 1970s. This timing lines up with Rolex’s introduction of all black bezels, so part of the thinking is that the blue bezels could have been an alternative single color bezel option that Rolex was trying out. The blue bezel has been found on Mark 2, 3, 4, and 5 dials. This specific example is a Mark 2, which you can tell by the wider “Rolex” font and logo as well as the closeness of the “LE.” Most people also agree that the blue bezel was not a standard retail configuration for the GMT, but rather it was offered to clients by Rolex Service centers. It’s also believed that the blue bezels may have been allocated specifically for military orders in the Middle East. There have been multiple co-branded United Arab Emirates GMTs that have these blueberry inserts, which helps back this theory. Additionally, there are small hallmarks like the font and an alignment notch on the back of these bezels that help when validating them...
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39.5
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12.4
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Steel - 316L
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Acrylic
Screw-in
Automatic
Caliber 1570
48
Black
A.I. Watch Review:
# Rolex GMT Blueberry 1675 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Rolex GMT-Master 1675 "Blueberry" is a vintage luxury sports travel watch celebrated for its extraordinarily rare anodized aluminum bezel graduating from deep blue to vibrant purple, paired with a matte black dial and luminous Mercedes hands, targeting discerning collectors who cherish patina-aged tritium lume and aviation heritage, powered by the automatic Caliber 1575 movement with approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
## Overall Watch Rating: 8.7/10.0
**Rarity Metric (9.9/10.0)** - This Blueberry bezel variant boasts production in the low hundreds, rivaling the scarcity of Patek Philippe one-year wonders on the collector market.
**Movement Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The Caliber 1575 offers exceptional reliability, COSC certification, and intricate finishing comparable to contemporary Rolex workhorses like the 3235.
**History & Innovation Metric (9.5/10.0)** - As a cornerstone of Rolex's 1950s GMT innovation, it defined dual-timezone tracking for pilots and travelers, much like the original Submariner did for dive watches.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.2/10.0)** - The understated matte black dial with applied indices and signature GMT arrow hand delivers timeless Rolex elegance, echoing the appeal of a well-preserved Daytona Paul Newman.
**Brand Metric (9.0/10.0)** - Rolex commands top-tier luxury prestige with unmatched global recognition and craftsmanship heritage, on par with Omega's Speedmaster in iconic status.
**Versatility Metric (9.0/10.0)** - Suitable from boardroom to adventure with 200m water resistance and GMT utility, it matches the all-around prowess of a modern Tudor Black Bay GMT.
**Material Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Solid 904L Oystersteel construction with excellent brushing shines, though the period-correct acrylic crystal trails behind sapphire-equipped modern steel divers like the Seamaster.
**Complications Metric (6.5/10.0)** - The bidirectional 24-hour bezel and independent GMT hand provide solid dual-time functionality, akin to a basic ETA-powered GMT but elevated by Rolex execution.
**Functions Metric (6.0/10.0)** - Core timekeeping plus GMT covers essentials reliably, but lacks modern extras like a date window found in entry-level Grand Seikos.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.8
## WM Collector Grade: B
## Performance Insights: Outstanding rarity, history, and movement quality make this a collector standout, offset by simpler functions and vintage materials, delivering solid value against an implied price of $125,000.
## TPS Interpretation: Modest Value: Strong collectible appeal from scarcity compensates for basic functionality at current secondary market pricing.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
