Rolex GMT-Master II Sprite 126720VTNR: The Left-Handed Green and Black GMT

The Rolex GMT-Master II Sprite is the reference 126720VTNR: a 40 mm Oystersteel travel watch with a green and black Cerachrom bezel and, unusually for Rolex, a crown on the left side of the case. Rolex introduced it in 2022, and it runs the in-house caliber 3285. The "Sprite" name is collector slang for the green and black bezel, not a Rolex term. This guide explains the left-hand crown, the specifications, how the Sprite compares with the Batman and Pepsi, and how sourcing one works. Bizak & Co. is a sourcing desk, not an authorised Rolex retailer, and every watch is sourced on demand.

Last reviewed on October 28, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Figures on linked listings are dated observations, not quotes. Source: Rolex, GMT-Master II collection.

What is the Rolex Sprite GMT-Master II?

It is the GMT-Master II reference 126720VTNR, the first GMT-Master II with a left-hand crown. The bezel pairs green and black Cerachrom halves for the 24-hour scale, the dial is black, and the hands include the signature fourth hand for a second time zone. Collectors call the green and black bezel "Sprite" after the soft drink, in the same way the red and blue version is called Pepsi. Our Rolex Sprite collection lists the references we can seek, and the Rolex nicknames glossary maps the other names.

Why is the Sprite's crown on the left?

Rolex has not given one official explanation, so any single reason you read is a dealer or collector reading, not a Rolex statement. The most common argument is comfort: with the crown at 9 o'clock it no longer presses into the back of the hand on a left-wrist watch. It also suits people who wear their watch on the right wrist, who get a conventional crown position for the first time. Collectors use the Italian-derived term "destro" for left-crown watches. The crown is still the same screw-down Triplock design, and the date window and its Cyclops lens move to 9 o'clock on the dial, next to the crown.

Is the Sprite a watch for left-handed people?

Not exclusively. It can be worn on either wrist, and the crown simply sits on the opposite side from a standard GMT-Master II. On the left wrist it points toward the elbow, which some people find odd at first and others prefer in daily wear. Try it on before you decide, because the effect on comfort is personal.

What are the Sprite's specifications?

The 126720VTNR is a 40 mm steel GMT-Master II with a ceramic bezel and a 100 metre water resistance rating. The table lists the core facts for the reference.

Jubilee or Oyster: which bracelet suits the Sprite?

The Jubilee is the dressier, more comfortable choice, and the Oyster is the more athletic one. The five-link Jubilee gives the Sprite a softer, vintage-leaning look and drapes well on smaller wrists, while the three-link Oyster looks more robust. We list both versions: for example, the GMT-Master II 126720VTNRJ on Jubilee. Bracelet affects what a sourced unit costs and how quickly one can be found, so state your preference up front.

How does the Sprite compare with the Batman and the Pepsi?

The Sprite is the only one of the three with a left-hand crown, and its green bezel sets it apart from the blue-based Batman and Pepsi. The other two share the same movement and case size. See the Rolex Batman collection and the Rolex Pepsi collection for the references we can seek.

For a wider view of the family, read our GMT-Master II vs Submariner comparison, or browse every Rolex GMT-Master II reference. To see the Sprite in more detail, read our Sprite 126720VTNR up-close guide.

How does the Sprite wear, and does the size fit you?

At 40 mm the Sprite wears like any modern GMT-Master II: compact for a sports watch, with a thick ceramic bezel that adds visual presence. It suits most wrist sizes, and the Jubilee tends to feel lighter on small wrists. Remember that the crown is on the other side, so check how it sits against your hand when you flex the wrist.

Is the Rolex Sprite in demand?

Yes. As a distinctive recent GMT-Master II it attracts steady interest, and the left-hand crown and green bezel make it easy to recognise. We do not quote prices in articles, because asks move week to week. Use the from-prices on the linked listings as a starting point, then request a quote for the exact unit. Nothing here implies a watch is waiting on a shelf.

Quick answers

Why is the Rolex Sprite crown on the left?

Rolex has not published a single official reason. The left-hand crown moves the crown away from the back of the wrist, which many wearers find more comfortable, and it suits people who wear a watch on the right wrist.

Is the Rolex Sprite a left-handed watch?

It is a left-hand-crown watch, but it is worn on either wrist. The crown sits at 9 o'clock, so it points toward the elbow when worn on the left wrist and toward the hand when worn on the right.

What movement does the 126720VTNR use?

It uses Rolex's in-house caliber 3285, a self-winding movement with roughly 70 hours of power reserve and an independently adjustable hour hand for the second time zone.

What size is the Rolex Sprite?

The case is 40 mm in Oystersteel and the watch is water resistant to 100 metres.

Is the Sprite a good watch to buy?

It is one of the most distinctive current GMT-Master II references, and demand has been strong. Check the from-prices on the linked listings, then request a sourcing quote for the exact bracelet and condition you want.

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