Few watches carry as much cultural weight as the Rolex GMT-Master II “Pepsi” — named for its red-and-blue bezel that mirrors the iconic cola brand’s color scheme. The modern 126710BLRO reference, introduced in 2018, was the first Pepsi GMT to feature a ceramic bezel on a steel case (the original Pepsi was only available in white gold from 2014). The result was one of the most anticipated Rolex releases in years, and our super clone captures it perfectly. Visit Grand Watch Club to see our full GMT-Master II range.
What Makes the Pepsi GMT-Master II Special
The GMT-Master II was originally developed in collaboration with Pan Am Airways in the 1950s to help pilots track two time zones simultaneously. The design brief was practical: a bi-colored bezel (12 hours of each color) to differentiate day from night in the second timezone. The Pepsi colorway — red for AM, blue for PM — became the definitive expression of this concept.
The 126710BLRO represents the culmination of this design evolution. The bi-colored Cerachrom bezel is crafted from a single piece of ceramic that is colored in two tones through a proprietary process — an extraordinary feat of manufacturing. The 40mm Jubilee bracelet on a steel Pepsi was another historic first for the reference, previously only available on the Oyster bracelet. Our super clone GMT collection includes this landmark reference.
Super Clone Accuracy: The Bi-Ceramic Challenge
Replicating the two-tone ceramic bezel is one of the most technically demanding aspects of any GMT-Master super clone. The color boundary between red and blue must be sharp and consistent, positioned precisely at the 12/24-hour mark. Our Pepsi super clone achieves this with a high-quality bi-ceramic bezel insert where the color transition is clean and correctly positioned. The Jubilee bracelet is reproduced with correct link sizing, polishing pattern, and the functioning Easylink comfort extension in the clasp.
The GMT complication works correctly: the red GMT hand completes one revolution every 24 hours and can be set independently of the main hour hand via the crown, allowing you to track a second timezone with ease. The 24-hour scale on the bezel helps you determine if the second timezone is in daytime (red zone, 6am-6pm) or nighttime (blue zone). For a deeper understanding of GMT complications, see our GMT watches guide.
The Jubilee Bracelet: A Game-Changer
The original Jubilee bracelet was introduced in 1945 with the Datejust and was historically associated with dress watches. Its five-link construction offers greater flexibility and comfort compared to the three-link Oyster bracelet. Many collectors consider the Jubilee bracelet the more elegant of the two options, making the Jubilee-on-Pepsi combination particularly appealing for those who want a GMT that transitions from boardroom to bar. Our super clone reproduces the Jubilee bracelet with accurate link proportions and a functioning Easylink clasp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between the Pepsi GMT and the Batman GMT?
A: The Pepsi (126710BLRO) has a red-and-blue bezel on an Jubilee bracelet. The Batman (126710BLNR) has a black-and-blue bezel on an Oyster bracelet. Both use the same 40mm case and Calibre 3285 movement.
Q: Can I use the GMT complication on the super clone?
A: Yes. Our super clone GMT-Master II features a functioning GMT complication with an independently adjustable hour hand, allowing you to set and read two time zones simultaneously.
Q: How do I set the GMT function on the Pepsi super clone?
A: Pull the crown to the first position (one click out) and rotate it to set the GMT/24-hour hand to your home timezone. Then pull to the second position to set the main hour hand to your local time.
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