How to Set the Rolex GMT Master II: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Set the Rolex GMT Master II: Step-by-Step Guide
November 2, 2016 4 min read
How to Set the Rolex GMT Master II: Step-by-Step Guide

To set your GMT-Master II, we will be using these different mechanics. 

The winding crown has 4 positions. 

Unscrew the crown by rotating counterclockwise, where it will naturally pop out into Position 1.

We find it easiest to set the GMT by starting out in Position 3. Gently pull the crown all the way out and the Second Hand will stop moving.

As you set the minute, the 24-Hour Hand will move and the date will advance as you pass over midnight.

Use the 24-Hour Bezel to set the second time zone first. In this case, we set it at 16:00, or 4pm. You can now set the minute.

Now push the crown back into Position 2. Here you can quick-set the date by moving the Hour Hand.

Pushing the crown back in Position 1, wind the crown 20 rotations to give the movement a manual charge.

This is something you will need to do whenever you set the time or at lease once a month for maintenance.

Push the crown towards the case as you rotate it clockwise to close to ensure waterproofness.

 

View a step-by-step guide to setting the Rolex GMT-Master II, or view this quick video we have on YouTube with step-by-step instructions, as well! Check it out here.

 

Be sure to also check out How to Master the GMT-Master II and learn how to setup multiple time zones!

 

Slide 1: To set your GMT-Master II, we will use all the mechanics shown.

Slide 2: Here are all the winding crown positions.

  • Position 0: Fully Closed
  • Position 1: Manual Wind
  • Position 2: Set the Hour & Date
  • Position 3: Set the Minute & 2nd time zone with the 24-Hour Hand

Slide 3: Unscrew the crown by rotating counterclockwise, where it will naturally pop out into position 1.

Slide 4: We find it easiest to set the GMT by starting out in Position 3. Gently pull the crown all the way and the second hand will stop moving.

Slide 5: Both the minute and 24-hour hand will move and the date will advance as you pass over midnight.

Slide 6: Use the 24-hour bezel to set the second time zone first. In this case, I will be setting it at 1600, or 4 pm in 12-hour time. You can now set the minute.

Slide 7: Now push the crown into position 2. Here you can quick-set the date by moving the hour hand.

Slide 8: Pushing the crown back into position 1, wind the crown 20 rotations to give the movement a manual charge.

Slide 9: This is something you will need to do whenever you set the time or at least once a month for maintenance.

Slide 10: Push the crown towards the case as you rotate it clockwise to close to ensure waterproofness.

 

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