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Rolex GMT-Master II 'Sea King' Reference 116710LN

Partially verified

This Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116710LN, referred to as the 'Sea King', is part of a limited production run of 123 examples. This timepiece features a bidirectional rotating 24-hour bezel with a black ceramic insert and a glossy black dial equipped with applied luminous indices and a green 24-hour hand. The watch is constructed in stainless steel and is fitted with an Oyster bracelet featuring a signed fliplock clasp and the Rolex Easylink extension system. The caseback bears a deep engraving of a Sea King helicopter, alongside the text “Fear God and Honor the King, Sea King Since 1969, #105/123.” According to the provided description, the watch is a special order piece dating to circa 2013, originally intended for personnel associated with the Sea King helicopter, which was utilized by the British Royal Navy and Royal Air Force.

Rolex GMT-Master II 'Sea King' Reference 116710LN, showing the dial, bezel, and Oyster bracelet.
Rolex GMT-Master II 'Sea King' Reference 116710LN, showing the dial, bezel, and Oyster bracelet. — Analog:Shift. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
shop.analogshift.com
Category
Wristwatch · GMT wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
116710LN
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa 2013
Source-reported place
Not established

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Design and Case Construction

The Rolex GMT-Master II reference 116710LN is constructed from stainless steel and features a bidirectional rotating bezel equipped with a black ceramic insert. The dial is finished in glossy black and includes applied luminous indices and a corresponding handset. A prominent feature of the watch is the green 24-hour hand, which allows for the tracking of a second time zone.

The case is paired with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet, which incorporates a signed fliplock clasp. This clasp is integrated with the manufacturer's Easylink system, designed to allow for adjustments to the bracelet length. The overall aesthetic maintains the specifications of the standard 116710LN model.

Evidence for this section
  • “bidirectional rotating 24-hour bezel with a black ceramic insert”
  • “glossy black dial with applied luminous indices and a matching handset with a green 24hr hand”
  • “stainless steel Oyster bracelet with a signed fliplock clasp with Rolex's fantastic Easylink system.”

Commemorative Engraving

The caseback of this particular watch is engraved to commemorate the Sea King helicopter, which saw service with the British Ministry of Defence between 1969 and 2018. The engraving depicts a Sea King helicopter and includes the inscription “Fear God and Honor the King, Sea King Since 1969, #105/123.”

This specific watch is identified as number 105 in a limited production run of 123 units. According to the source, these watches were produced as special orders intended for individuals, such as commandos and pilots, who served in military capacities involving the Sea King aircraft.

Evidence for this section
  • “deep engraving of a Sea King helicopter, plus the words “Fear God and Honor the King, Sea King Since 1969, #105/123.””
  • “Produced in a short run of just 123 examples”
  • “would have originally been sold to a serving or retired serviceman whose time in the military was associated with the Sea King helicopter.”

Provenance and Military Association

The watch is attributed to the manufacturer's relationship with the British military, which has historically included the provision of limited-run sports watches for specific squadrons and special forces personnel. These units were generally not available for public purchase and were primarily distributed to former and serving service members.

The watch is reported as a special order piece dating to approximately 2013. It is described as being accompanied by its original factory materials. The connection to the Sea King helicopter reflects its usage by the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force, particularly in search and rescue operations.

Evidence for this section
  • “Rolex and the British military have a longstanding relationship”
  • “special order dating to circa 2013”
  • “helo had several roles, perhaps most famous of which was its SAR (search and rescue) capacity.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific manufacturer-confirmed production date for serial number 105?
  • Is there official documentation from the Ministry of Defence confirming the authorization of this Rolex series?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex GMT-Master II 'Sea King' Reference 116710LN
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference116710LN“GMT-Master II Reference 116710LN”
Production volume123 examples“Produced in a short run of just 123 examples”
Caseback textFear God and Honor the King, Sea King Since 1969, #105/123““Fear God and Honor the King, Sea King Since 1969, #105/123.””
Datecirca 2013“A special order dating to circa 2013”
Bracelet typeOyster bracelet“stainless steel Oyster bracelet”
FeaturesEasylink system“Rolex's fantastic Easylink system”

Visible details

  • Bidirectional rotating 24-hour bezel
  • Black ceramic bezel insert
  • Green GMT/24-hour hand
  • Signed Rolex fliplock clasp

Research qualifications

  • The exact military service history of this specific unit is not independently verified
  • The total number of examples is stated as 123, but the origin of this production figure is not documented beyond the source text

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

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Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record a3b3bb84a0

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