GMT-Master II nicknames come from the two-color bezel that tracks a second time zone. Pepsi is red and blue, Batman and Batgirl are blue and black, and Sprite is green and black with the crown on the left side of the case.
Why does a GMT have a two-color bezel?
The GMT-Master was designed to show two time zones at once. The extra 24-hour hand points to the bezel, and the two colors split day and night hours.
The nicknames
| Nickname |
Bezel |
What to know |
| Pepsi |
Red and blue |
The classic GMT colorway |
| Batman |
Blue and black |
Name used for the blue/black model on the Oyster bracelet |
| Batgirl |
Blue and black |
Same colors, on the Jubilee bracelet |
| Sprite |
Green and black |
Crown and date on the left side |
Why is the Sprite's crown on the left?
The Sprite was made as a left-handed, or "destro," version. The crown and date window sit on the left so the watch is comfortable on the right wrist and the crown does not dig into your hand.
Which one should I buy?
It comes down to color and bracelet. Prices for each vary with market demand, condition and whether the watch comes with box and papers. See Box and Papers and Jubilee vs Oyster.
Looking for one?
We can source specific models. See watch sourcing, browse watches, or call or text (973) 673-3800.
Golden Palace Jewelry is an independent dealer and is not affiliated with or authorized by Rolex. Rolex, GMT-Master II and model names are trademarks of their owners.
Rolex GMT-Master II Nicknames Explained: Pepsi, Batman, Batgirl, Sprite
GMT-Master II nicknames come from the two-color bezel that tracks a second time zone. Pepsi is red and blue, Batman and Batgirl are blue and black, and Sprite is green and black with the crown on the left side of the case.
Why does a GMT have a two-color bezel?
The GMT-Master was designed to show two time zones at once. The extra 24-hour hand points to the bezel, and the two colors split day and night hours.
The nicknames
Why is the Sprite's crown on the left?
The Sprite was made as a left-handed, or "destro," version. The crown and date window sit on the left so the watch is comfortable on the right wrist and the crown does not dig into your hand.
Which one should I buy?
It comes down to color and bracelet. Prices for each vary with market demand, condition and whether the watch comes with box and papers. See Box and Papers and Jubilee vs Oyster.
Looking for one?
We can source specific models. See watch sourcing, browse watches, or call or text (973) 673-3800.
Golden Palace Jewelry is an independent dealer and is not affiliated with or authorized by Rolex. Rolex, GMT-Master II and model names are trademarks of their owners.