Rolex Batman 126710BLNR specifications
The Batman sits on the same 40 mm Oystersteel case as every current steel GMT. What sets the Batman 126710BLNR apart is the blue GMT hand and a blue-and-black insert. Together they read darker and more formal than a red bezel. The full list follows.
| Reference | 126710BLNR (also 126710BLNR-0002 (Jubilee, 'Batgirl'), 126710BLNR-0003 (Oyster)) |
|---|---|
| Collection | GMT-Master II |
| Status | Current production |
| Introduced | 2019 |
| Predecessor | 116710BLNR |
| Case diameter | 40 mm |
| Case material | Oystersteel |
| Bezel | Bidirectional rotatable 24-hour graduated bezel, two-colour blue and black Cerachrom insert, moulded numerals and graduations |
| Dial options | Black |
| Crystal | Sapphire, Cyclops lens over the date |
| Calibre | 3285 |
| Movement | Automatic, Superlative Chronometer, Chronergy escapement, blue Parachrom hairspring, Paraflex shock absorbers; independently adjustable local hour hand (jumping hour) with date linked to it; blue GMT hand |
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Bracelet / strap | Jubilee five-piece links (-0002) or Oyster three-piece solid links (-0003, from 2021); Oysterlock folding safety clasp with Easylink 5 mm comfort extension link |
| Retail price (US) | US$11,800 |
| Retail price (Malaysia) | RM51,000 |
Specifications checked against Rolex and independent references, October 2026. MYR figures marked ≈ are converted at 4.08 MYR per USD.
History and reference evolution
The Batman story begins in 2013, not 1955. That year, Rolex introduced the 116710BLNR. It was the first time the brand made a single Cerachrom insert in two colours. The process was patented: one half of the ceramic is treated until it turns a different colour. As a result, there is no seam and no glue. Earlier two-colour GMT bezels were aluminium, which fades and scratches.
From 116710BLNR to 126710BLNR in 2019
At Baselworld 2019, Rolex replaced the 116710BLNR with the 126710BLNR. Two changes stand out. First, the movement moved from calibre 3186 to calibre 3285, raising the power reserve from 48 to 70 hours. Second, the bracelet switched from Oyster to Jubilee, which nobody expected on a tool-watch GMT.
The Jubilee bracelet split opinion straight away. Collectors began calling the new Batman 126710BLNR "Batgirl" because the five-link bracelet looked dressier. However, the nickname was affectionate rather than dismissive, and the Jubilee version sold just as quickly.
The 2021 Oyster return
In 2021, Rolex added an Oyster-bracelet option, reference 126710BLNR-0003, and the Jubilee became -0002. As a result, buyers who had held on to a 116710BLNR for the Oyster bracelet finally had a 3285 alternative. Both versions are still in the catalogue as of October 2026, and both are listed by Malaysian official retailers.
Why the timeline matters for value
The dates create three distinct groups. There are 2019 and 2020 Jubilee-only pieces from the launch years, 2021-onward pieces on either bracelet, and recent cards dated 2025 or 2026. Launch-year Batgirls have a small following. Still, the market currently rewards recency and completeness over an early date. So a 2026 Jubilee set of the Batman 126710BLNR asks more than a 2019 one.
126710BLNR pre-owned prices compared
These bands reflect October 2026 dealer asks for the excellent condition and derived figures for the rest.
| Condition | What it means | USD | MYR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unworn, full set | Stickers or barely worn, box, card dated within ~2 years, all tags | US$20,500 – US$23,000 | RM84,000 – RM94,000 |
| Excellent, box & papers | Light wear, unpolished or lightly polished, warranty card present | US$18,000 – US$20,500 | RM73,000 – RM84,000 |
| Good, no papers | Normal wear, watch only or box only, service history helps | US$16,000 – US$18,000 | RM65,000 – RM73,000 |
| Polished or aftermarket parts | Soft case edges, replaced dial/bezel/bracelet, or non-Rolex parts | US$14,000 – US$16,000 | RM57,000 – RM65,000 |
Bands reflect asking and achieved prices from 4 public market sources in October 2026, rounded. Retail for comparison: US$11,800. Prices move; use them as a sense-check, not a quote.
What moves the price of this reference
The bracelet comes first. At retail, the Jubilee costs US$12,000 against US$11,800 for the Oyster in the US, and RM51,950 against RM51,000 in Malaysia. On the secondary market, that gap usually widens, because the Batgirl look has become the more recognisable version.
Next comes the card date. A 2025 or 2026 card with factory stickers pushes a Batman 126710BLNR towards the top of the range, around US$23,000 for a Jubilee. By contrast, a 2021 Oyster with light wear sits closer to the bottom of the excellent band.
Condition then does the rest. The Jubilee shows stretch sooner than the Oyster because it has more pins and links. So check how much the bracelet sags when held sideways. Also look for chips on the insert edge, since a chipped Cerachrom insert has to be replaced rather than polished.
Where to check prices
Because the Batman is still current, you have a retail anchor. In Malaysia, the official price is RM51,000 for the Oyster. That is the lowest price you can pay. However, you only get it if a retailer offers you one, and waiting lists for steel GMTs remain long. Our retail vs market price guide explains how retailers allocate them.
On the grey market, the premium is substantial. One Kuala Lumpur listing asked RM74,500 for an Oyster example, about 46% over retail. US and European dealers ask US$17,500 to US$21,000 for most pieces. Converting that at 4.08 gives roughly RM71,400 to RM85,700, so local asks are in line rather than inflated. For broader context, see our used Rolex price guide.
When a price is too good to be true
Watch-only Batmans with honest wear start around US$16,000. Therefore, a supposed full set under about US$15,000, or roughly RM61,000, is a red flag. The most common trap is a "below retail" offer on social media. No genuine dealer sells a current steel GMT under its RM51,000 official price with papers.
Genuine vs replica: how to check a 126710BLNR
The Batman is widely copied, and the better fakes are hard to spot from photos. Use these points as a first filter. Then go through the steps in our real vs fake Rolex guide.
Blue that matches, black that stays black
On a genuine Batman 126710BLNR, the blue half of the insert and the blue GMT hand are the same shade. The blue is deep but clearly blue in daylight, never navy-black or electric. Many replicas get one right and the other wrong. Look at the colour boundary at the 6 and 18 positions too. It should be crisp, without a grey transition band.
Then rotate the bezel both ways. It moves in 24 clicks, one per hour, and each one should feel identical. The numerals are moulded into the ceramic. Under a loupe their edges look sharp, never printed on top.
Genuine: laser-etched crown at 6 o'clock
- Made of tiny dots, hard to find without a loupe
- Sits in the crystal just above the 6 o'clock marker
- Present on most Rolex crystals from the early 2000s onward
Warning signs
- Bold and frosted, easy to spot head-on
- Solid lines instead of a dot matrix
- Off-centre, or placed on a reference/era that would not have it
Jubilee bracelet details
On the Batgirl, the five-piece links should be tight and evenly finished, with polished centre links and brushed outer links. The Oysterlock clasp carries a crisp coronet on the blade, and the Easylink extension should flip out smoothly. Rattly links or a light, tinny clasp suggest a fake bracelet, even on a genuine head.
Genuine: clasp and bracelet machining
- Crisp transitions between brushed and polished surfaces
- Clasp blade and logo cleanly milled, not stamped-looking
- Bracelet links tight, quiet, no rattle; screws not pins on modern pieces
Warning signs
- Polishing bleeds over brushed edges
- Fuzzy logo, uneven font, or stamped-in look
- Loose links, sharp burrs inside the clasp, cheap spring-loaded feel
Movement behaviour you can test
Every Batman 126710BLNR uses calibre 3285, and its hand-setting is easy to test. Pull the crown to the first setting position and turn it. The local hour hand should jump in one-hour steps while the seconds hand keeps running. Many clone movements stop the seconds or let the hour hand slide freely. Also, set the hour past midnight a few times and watch the date flip cleanly.
Genuine: seconds-hand sweep
- 28,800 vph: eight small steps per second, reads as a smooth glide on video
- Steady amplitude, no stutter when the watch is tilted
- A quiet, fine-grained ticking close to the ear
Warning signs
- Visibly choppier steps (often 21,600 vph or slower)
- A single one-second tick means a quartz movement
- Loud, rattly rotor noise when the watch is shaken
What only a watchmaker can confirm
Some high-end clones now use modified movements that mimic the 3285 hand-setting. With the case open, a watchmaker sees the calibre engraving, the Parachrom hairspring and the Chronergy escape wheel directly. That inspection also shows whether the insert, dial or hands are replacements. For a Malaysian purchase, arrange this before money changes hands. The Kuala Lumpur service centre or an independent you trust can both do it.
Who the 126710BLNR suits, and the alternatives
The Batman suits someone who wants a two-colour GMT that works with a suit as well as with a T-shirt. Blue and black is quieter than red and blue, and the Jubilee version leans even dressier. It also suits a buyer who would rather own a current model with an official price than chase a discontinued one. In that sense, the Batman 126710BLNR is the sensible steel GMT of 2026.
Siblings and comparisons worth a look
If you were set on red and blue, the Pepsi 126710BLRO is now discontinued and costs roughly US$7,000 to US$8,000 more in similar condition. Our Pepsi vs Batman comparison lays out the gap. If you prefer neutral tones, the 126710GRNR swaps the blue for grey. For budget buyers, the older 116710BLNR gives you the Batman look on an Oyster bracelet for a bit less. Finally, the Submariner vs GMT-Master II page helps if you are deciding between a diver and a traveller's watch.
GMT-Master II 116710BLNR
The original blue and black ceramic Batman, 2013 to 2019, Oyster only. Trades below the current model. Discontinued
GMT-Master II 126710GRNR
Grey-and-black steel GMT from 2024 with a green GMT hand. Retail RM51,000; market prices and checks.
126710BLNR FAQ
Why is it called the Batman Rolex?
Collectors named the blue-and-black bezel after Batman's dark blue and black costume when the first version, the 116710BLNR, appeared in 2013. Rolex never uses the name. The nickname carried over to the 126710BLNR in 2019 and is now how most dealers and marketplaces list the watch.
What is the difference between Batman and Batgirl?
Same watch, different bracelet. "Batgirl" is the nickname for the 126710BLNR on the five-link Jubilee bracelet (-0002), launched in 2019. "Batman" now usually means the Oyster version (-0003, added in 2021) or the older 116710BLNR. The Jubilee is slightly more expensive at retail: RM51,950 against RM51,000 in Malaysia.
How much is the 126710BLNR in Malaysia?
The official Malaysian retail price is RM51,000 on the Oyster bracelet and RM51,950 on the Jubilee, as of October 2026. On the grey market, local asks run much higher; one Oyster example was listed at RM74,500. Excellent pre-owned sets sit around US$18,000 to US$20,500, roughly RM73,400 to RM83,600.
Is the Batman worth more now that the Pepsi is discontinued?
Not so far. The 126710BLNR has traded at roughly 1.5 times retail for about two years, and the April 2026 Pepsi news did not move it much. The Pepsi's premium rose because supply ended. The Batman is still in production, so new supply keeps its price anchored.
Should I buy the 116710BLNR or the 126710BLNR?
The older 116710BLNR costs a little less and is the only Batman with calibre 3186 and an Oyster-only history. The 126710BLNR gives you a 70-hour reserve, a newer warranty and a bracelet choice. If you want to wear it daily, the newer watch is the easier one to own.
Last updated . Written and fact-checked by the Rolex Malaysian editorial team. Specifications and prices are re-checked quarterly.