Dual timezone watch for travelers
Travel watches feature GMT or world time complications that display multiple time zones simultaneously. Essential for frequent travelers and professionals working across time zones, these watches offer genuine daily utility beyond standard timekeeping.
Key features include the type of GMT complication (caller vs flyer — the latter allows independent setting of the local hour hand), the number of time zones displayed, legibility of the secondary zone, and whether the watch includes a day/night indicator for the second zone.
GMT and travel watches are versatile enough for both business and casual settings. The Rolex GMT-Master II and Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra GMT are considered among the most wearable travel watches, appropriate in virtually any context.
Rolex watches are notoriously difficult to purchase at retail from authorized dealers. Most popular steel sport models (Submariner, Daytona, GMT-Master) have waiting lists ranging from months to years. The secondary market offers immediate availability but typically at a premium above MSRP.
With 4 models in the collection, choosing the right GMT-Master II depends on your priorities. For the best long-term value, the 126710BLNR (Steel/Batman (Jubilee)) leads with a Value Score of 90/100, reflecting superior value retention and market demand.
The table below ranks every current model. Click any reference number for full analysis including price history, Value Score breakdown, and our personalized "Should I Buy?" calculator.
| Ref | Variant | Market Price | Retail | Own/Yr | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126710BLNR | Steel/Batman (Jubilee) | $14,000–$18,000 | $11,050 | $112/yr | 90 |
| 126710BLRO | Steel/Pepsi (Jubilee) | $16,000–$22,000 | $11,050 | $118/yr | 89 |
| 126720VTNR | Steel/Sprite (Left-Handed) | $17,000–$22,000 | $11,050 | $119/yr | 89 |
| 126711CHNR | Two-Tone/Root Beer | $18,000–$24,000 | $17,550 | $122/yr | 83 |