From SwissWatchExpo…
Spotlight on: the Rolex Batman. Comparing new and current models of the iconic GMT Master.
In the past few years, Rolex has shown what they really do best:
small but tangible changes to their timepieces, that have given birth to new classics.
Among the most popular new models in recent years,
are the GMT Master Two models -- this time equipped with the Jubilee bracelet.
The five-piece links were last seen on the GMT-Master generations ago and at last,
fans of the modern GMT can now get theirs with an elegant, multi-link bracelet.
There’s more to the new Rolex GMT-Master Two models than the Jubilee bracelet however.
We took a closer look at the original Batman, side by side with the current Batman,
and discovered a few more subtle differences. Here’s what sets the two apart.
The most obvious change to the current Rolex Batman is the five-link Jubilee bracelet.
The original Rolex Batman with an Oyster bracelet, was launched in 2013,
and has since been discontinued, along with the black bezel Rolex GMT Master Two.
To date, current models for both Batman and Pepsi GMT Master watches,
are only equipped with stainless steel Jubilee bracelets.
Although the bracelet has been updated, both Batman models have the Oyster-lock clasp,
which features the Easy-link comfort system – an extension system that
allows the wearer, to adjust the bracelet by 5 millimeters, without using any tools.
This is one difference that only becomes apparent with a closer look,
or when both watches are worn on the wrist. The previous Rolex Batman
comes with a Super Case with fatter lugs, and a more prominent shape.
The current Rolex Batman comes with a more refined case and thinner lugs.
Both still measure 40 millimeter in diameter, but the current model has a more tapered shape.
Upon closer inspection, one will notice that the current Rolex Batman, bears the brand’s new dial
signature below the 6 o’clock hour marker. Where it only used to say Swiss and Made,
with Chroma-light hour markers and a blue GMT hand.
Similar to its time and date watches, Rolex has also updated the movement of their GMT
watches. The previous Rolex Batman was powered by Caliber 3-1-8-6,
while the current model now runs using the Caliber 3-2-8-5.
With 10 patents to its name, the Caliber 3-2-8-5 boasts an improvement of 70 hours power reserve,
from 50 hours, thanks to its new and improved Chronergy escapement.
Like all Rolex watches since 2015, this caliber guarantees a minus 2, plus 2 seconds
per day precision. All current GMT Master Two models run on the new Caliber 3-2-8-5 movement.
With its tapered case and Jubilee bracelet, the current Rolex GMT-Master Two Batman
looks like a dressier option, to the hefty and sporty looking Batman with an Oyster bracelet.
If you’re inclined to go with improved technology, the current Rolex Batman should be right up your
alley; but the previous Rolex Batman, is still as robust and reliable as Rolex watches come.
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