Rolex white gold Pepsi 126719BLRO specifications
Under the gold, this is the same 40 mm GMT-Master II as the steel Pepsi, with calibre 3285 and a 70-hour reserve. The differences are the case metal, the bracelet and the two dial options listed below.
| Reference | 126719BLRO (also Dark blue dial, Meteorite dial) |
|---|---|
| Collection | GMT-Master II |
| Status | Discontinued (2026) |
| Introduced | 2018 |
| Predecessor | 116719BLRO |
| Case diameter | 40 mm |
| Case material | 18 kt white gold |
| Bezel | Bidirectional rotatable 24-hour graduated bezel, two-colour red and blue Cerachrom insert, moulded numerals and graduations |
| Dial options | Dark blue, Meteorite |
| 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; red GMT hand |
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Bracelet / strap | Oyster three-piece solid links in 18 kt white gold; folding clasp with Easylink comfort extension link |
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 white-gold Pepsi came first, not the steel one. In 2014, Rolex introduced the 116719BLRO, the first GMT-Master II with a red-and-blue Cerachrom insert. Red ceramic had been very difficult to produce, and Rolex chose to launch it in white gold only. It used calibre 3186 and, at first, came with a blue dial.
The 2018 update
In 2018, the white-gold Pepsi 126719BLRO replaced the 116719BLRO. The main change was the movement: calibre 3285 brought the Chronergy escapement and a 70-hour reserve, up from 48 hours. Meanwhile, Rolex launched the steel 126710BLRO in the same year. Suddenly, the red-and-blue bezel was no longer exclusive to gold, which shifted the white-gold model's appeal towards its materials and dials.
The meteorite dial arrives
At Baselworld 2019, Rolex added a meteorite dial to the 126719BLRO. In fact, it was the first time a meteorite dial appeared in the GMT-Master line. Each dial is cut from a real iron meteorite, so no two look alike. From then on, the reference existed in two quite different personalities: a sober dark blue and a textured grey meteorite.
April 2026: the end of the run
At Watches & Wonders 2026, Rolex removed both Pepsi references. However, no successor was named. For the white-gold Pepsi 126719BLRO, that means a production window of about eight years. As a result, late-production cards from 2025 and 2026 are now the most sought after.
126719BLRO pre-owned prices compared
The bands below are for the dark blue dial. Meteorite examples sit well above them, as explained after the table.
| Condition | What it means | USD | MYR (approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unworn, full set | Stickers or barely worn, box, card dated within ~2 years, all tags | US$54,000 – US$58,000 | RM220,000 – RM237,000 |
| Excellent, box & papers | Light wear, unpolished or lightly polished, warranty card present | US$49,500 – US$54,500 | RM202,000 – RM222,000 |
| Good, no papers | Normal wear, watch only or box only, service history helps | US$44,500 – US$49,000 | RM182,000 – RM200,000 |
| Polished or aftermarket parts | Soft case edges, replaced dial/bezel/bracelet, or non-Rolex parts | US$38,500 – US$44,000 | RM157,000 – RM180,000 |
Bands reflect asking and achieved prices from 3 public market sources in October 2026, rounded. Retail for comparison: n/a. Prices move; use them as a sense-check, not a quote.
What moves the price of this reference
The dial matters most. As of October 2026, a meteorite 126719BLRO asks roughly US$15,000 to US$20,000 more than a blue-dial example, with dealer asks around US$70,000 to US$71,500. In addition, each meteorite dial's pattern is unique. A crisp, attractive pattern can sell faster, while a dial with any spotting or marks is harder to sell.
Next comes the discontinuation. Like the steel Pepsi, late-production white-gold pieces carry a premium. Still, precious-metal GMTs have historically traded near list, so the discontinued-model effect is gentler here than in steel.
Lastly, the gold itself. White gold scratches more easily than steel, and Rolex polishes it during service. A case with soft lug edges sits in the lowest band. Also check the red-and-blue insert, because it cannot be polished if chipped. Our service and value guide explains how polishing affects price.
Where to check prices
There is no current retail price to anchor against. We could not confirm the last US list price from two sources, so treat figures you see online with care. Instead, compare dealer asks across the US, Europe and Asia, and look at auction results, which matter more for rarer precious-metal pieces. In Malaysia, white-gold GMTs appear less often on local marketplaces, so Singapore and Hong Kong dealers are the realistic comparison. Our used Rolex prices guide covers the method.
When a price is too good to be true
Even a polished blue-dial 126719BLRO sits around US$38,500 to US$44,000. Therefore, a full set offered below about US$37,000, or roughly RM151,000, should raise immediate doubts. For meteorite examples, be wary of anything priced near blue-dial money. Cheap meteorite pieces are often fakes or watches with replaced dials.
Genuine vs replica: how to check a 126719BLRO
A white-gold watch gives you a material test that steel fakes cannot pass. Start with that, then check the details below and the complete method in our real vs fake Rolex guide.
Weight and metal
A genuine white-gold Pepsi 126719BLRO is markedly heavier than the steel 126710BLRO. So, if possible, hold the two side by side. Also inspect bracelet edges and the clasp for plating wear. Solid white gold looks the same throughout, while a plated fake can show a different metal at worn edges.
Meteorite pattern and blue dial
Real meteorite dials show an irregular, crystalline Widmanstätten pattern of interlocking lines. Moreover, the pattern is unique to each dial. A uniform or repeating pattern suggests a printed fake. On blue dials, look for an even dark blue with crisp printing and white-gold markers filled with Chromalight lume.
Genuine: lume colour and application
- Modern pieces glow blue (Chromalight) and stay bright for hours
- Every marker and hand glows at the same intensity
- Lume plots filled neatly to the edge of the surround
Warning signs
- Green or mixed-colour glow on a modern reference
- Hands and markers fade at different rates
- Overfilled or thin, lumpy plots under a loupe
Bezel, hand and engravings
The red-and-blue insert is one piece of Cerachrom, with a clean colour boundary at 6 and 18. Similarly, the GMT hand is red, matching the red half. The bezel should step through 24 positions whichever way you turn it. On the rehaut, the serial sits at 6 o'clock within the repeating ROLEX engraving. The reference 126719BLRO should appear on the warranty card, where the final 9 indicates white gold.
Genuine: rehaut engraving alignment
- Each engraved crown and letter lines up with its minute marker
- Engraving is crisp, even in depth, and readable at 12 o'clock
- Serial number engraved on the rehaut at 6 on modern pieces
Warning signs
- Letters drift between markers as they go around the ring
- Shallow, sandy-looking or uneven engraving
- Serial at 6 printed rather than engraved, or wrong format
Genuine: cyclops magnification
- Date fills the lens edge to edge
- Numerals stay sharp right to the lens rim
- Lens sits centred over the date window
Warning signs
- Date looks small, with a visible margin
- Lens slightly off-centre or bubbled
- Strong blue anti-glare tint on top of the lens
What only a watchmaker can confirm
Inside, the watchmaker should find calibre 3285 with a blue Parachrom hairspring. They can also test the gold non-destructively and check that dial, hands and insert are original Rolex parts. In Malaysia, arrange this through Rolex's Kuala Lumpur service centre or an independent with precious-metal experience. After all, at this price level the inspection fee is trivial.
Who the 126719BLRO suits, and the alternatives
The white-gold Pepsi suits a collector who wants the classic red-and-blue GMT in precious metal, without the look of yellow or rose gold. In other words, from a distance it reads like steel. Up close, the dial, the weight and the white-gold bracelet tell you otherwise.
Living with white gold
White gold wears differently from steel. For example, the polished centre links and case flanks will show fine scratches within weeks of daily wear. That is normal and, in practice, a Rolex service will refresh them. However, every polish removes a little metal, so many collectors prefer to leave light marks alone. The Oyster bracelet in white gold also feels denser on the wrist, which some owners love and others find tiring on long days. If possible, wear one for an hour before you commit to roughly RM200,000 of watch.
Related references
The steel Pepsi 126710BLRO offers the same bezel for about half the price. If you want a current white-gold GMT, the 126729VTNR is the obvious choice, with its green ceramic dial. For another precious-metal option, the yellow-gold 126718GRNR offers a tiger-iron stone dial. Our Pepsi vs Batman comparison also explains how the Pepsi's discontinuation reshaped the GMT market.
GMT-Master II 126710BLRO
The steel red-and-blue GMT, discontinued April 2026. Market prices, Jubilee vs Oyster, and fake tells. Discontinued
GMT-Master II 126729VTNR
Left-handed white-gold GMT with a green ceramic dial. RM237,000 retail; pre-owned trades well below that.
126719BLRO FAQ
Is the white-gold Pepsi discontinued?
Yes. Rolex dropped the 126719BLRO at Watches & Wonders in April 2026, together with the steel 126710BLRO. That ended the red-and-blue bezel in the current catalogue. Both dials, dark blue and meteorite, were discontinued at the same time.
How much is a 126719BLRO worth?
As of October 2026, excellent blue-dial examples with papers sit around US$49,500 to US$54,500, roughly RM202,000 to RM222,400. Meteorite-dial examples ask about US$70,000 to US$71,500. Condition, completeness and card date move the price within those ranges.
What is a meteorite dial?
It is a thin slice of a real iron meteorite, etched to reveal a crystalline pattern called the Widmanstätten pattern. That pattern forms only as metal cools extremely slowly in space, so it is unique to each dial. On the 126719BLRO, the meteorite option arrived at Baselworld 2019.
What was the last retail price of the 126719BLRO?
We could not confirm it from two independent sources, so we do not quote one. One January 2026 table lists a white-gold GMT at US$54,700 without naming the reference. Treat any figure you see as indicative only, and judge the watch by today's secondary market instead.
Should I buy the white-gold Pepsi or the white-gold Sprite?
The 126729VTNR is current, left-handed and has a green ceramic dial. The 126719BLRO is discontinued, conventionally laid out and offers the Pepsi colours. If you wear on the left wrist and want a classic look, the Pepsi is the better fit.
Last updated . Written and fact-checked by the Rolex Malaysian editorial team. Specifications and prices are re-checked quarterly.