Rolex Sprite

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About the Rolex Sprite

The Rolex Sprite is the nickname for the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 126720VTNR, released at Watches and Wonders 2022 as Rolex's first production left-handed professional sports watch. The crown and date window sit at the 9 o'clock position rather than the traditional 3 o'clock, a configuration known as destro in watch collecting. Paired with a green and black Cerachrom bezel, the Sprite is the only green-bezel GMT-Master II in current steel production and one of the most distinctive Rolex sport watches ever made. WatchGuys carries authenticated pre-owned and unworn Rolex Sprite examples on both Oyster and Jubilee bracelets, each backed by a 2-year warranty and our Buyer Protection program.

What Is the Rolex Sprite?

The Rolex Sprite is the collector nickname for the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 126720VTNR, a 40mm stainless steel GMT with a green and black Cerachrom ceramic bezel. The VTNR suffix is French shorthand for Verte Noir (green black), following the naming convention Rolex uses across the GMT-Master II reference numbering system. The nickname itself comes from collectors, not Rolex, inspired by the green and black color scheme of the Sprite soda can. It fits the long-running soda-themed GMT tradition alongside the Pepsi (red and blue) and the Coke (red and black). Powered by the Caliber 3285 with a 70-hour power reserve and rated to 100 meters, the Sprite shares its movement and core construction with the Batman and Bruce Wayne.

The Left-Handed Destro Layout

What makes the Sprite truly unique is the destro configuration. The crown and date window are mirrored to the 9 o'clock side, a layout Rolex had never used in a production professional sports watch before 2022. This orientation was originally intended for right-wrist wear so the crown could be operated with the left hand, but most owners still wear the Sprite on the left wrist, resulting in a distinctive silhouette with the crown facing away from the hand. The Cyclops magnifier sits over the 9 o'clock date aperture rather than the traditional 3 o'clock position, which is the most instantly recognizable visual cue that separates the Sprite from every other GMT-Master II. The only other current Rolex sports watches using this destro layout are the white gold Rolex Green Hornet (ref. 126729VTNR) and the related Rolex Sprite-Hulk, both siblings of the steel Sprite.

Rolex Sprite Price

Pre-owned Rolex Sprite prices at WatchGuys typically range from $16,000 to $20,000+. Oyster bracelet examples generally trade at $16,000 to $18,000, while Jubilee bracelet examples usually run $17,000 to $20,000+. Retail is approximately $10,900 to $11,100 depending on bracelet, so both versions trade at a meaningful premium above retail. Prices softened considerably from the $30,000+ speculative peaks in late 2022 as Rolex increased production availability through 2023 and 2024, and they have stabilized at current levels through early 2026. For live market context against the rest of the steel GMT lineup, our Rolex GMT Market Update tracks Sprite pricing alongside the Batman, Pepsi, and Bruce Wayne.

Oyster vs. Jubilee Bracelet

Both Sprite bracelet options share the same 40mm case, same Cerachrom bezel, same Caliber 3285 movement, and same Oysterclasp with Easylink extension. The Oyster bracelet is a three-link sport design with a cleaner, tool-focused read. The Jubilee bracelet is a five-link design with a dressier profile and slightly more flexibility. The Jubilee typically trades at a $1,000 to $2,000 premium on the secondary market, reflecting slightly stronger demand. Choice comes down to personal preference and intended wear.

Rolex Sprite vs. Rolex Batman

With the Pepsi now discontinued as of April 2026, the most common cross-shopping decision is between the Sprite and the Rolex Batman. Both are current-production 40mm steel GMT-Master II references using the same Caliber 3285 and the same bracelet options. The Batman (ref. 126710BLNR, blue and black bezel) uses the traditional right-handed layout and sits slightly higher on the secondary market at $16,500 to $20,000. The Sprite (ref. 126720VTNR, green and black bezel) uses the destro layout with the crown at 9 o'clock. Choose the Batman for a conventional daily-wear GMT in the most broadly versatile color palette Rolex offers. Choose the Sprite for the only left-handed Rolex sports watch in production and the only green bezel GMT-Master II.

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Why Buy a Rolex Sprite From WatchGuys

Because the Sprite is a current-production reference with limited authorized dealer availability, most buyers turn to the pre-owned and unworn market. Every pre-owned Rolex Sprite for sale at WatchGuys is authenticated in-house by our watchmakers and backed by the policies below.

Common Questions

Rolex Sprite FAQ

• What Is the Rolex Sprite?

  The Rolex Sprite is the collector nickname for the Rolex GMT-Master II reference 126720VTNR, released at Watches and Wonders 2022. It is a 40mm Oystersteel GMT with a green and black Cerachrom bezel and a left-handed destro configuration, with the crown and date window on the 9 o'clock side of the case. It is Rolex's first production left-handed professional sports watch. The nickname comes from the green and black color scheme, which echoes the Sprite soda can, and Rolex itself does not use the name.

• How Much Does a Rolex Sprite Cost?

  Pre-owned Rolex Sprite prices at WatchGuys typically range from $16,000 to $20,000+. Oyster bracelet examples generally trade at $16,000 to $18,000, while Jubilee bracelet examples usually run $17,000 to $20,000+. Retail is approximately $10,900 to $11,100 depending on bracelet, so both versions trade at a meaningful premium above retail. Prices softened from the $30,000+ speculative peaks in late 2022 as Rolex increased production, and have stabilized at current levels through 2026.

• Why Is the Rolex Sprite Left-Handed?

  The Sprite is a destro configuration, meaning the crown and date window sit at 9 o'clock rather than the traditional 3 o'clock position. This layout is intended for wearing the watch on the right wrist and operating the crown with the left hand. Most owners wear it on their left wrist regardless, which results in a distinctive silhouette with the crown facing away from the hand. The Sprite is the first and only left-handed GMT-Master II and Rolex's first production destro sports watch, making it one of the most distinctive modern Rolex references.

• What Is the Difference Between the Rolex Sprite and the Rolex Batman?

  The Batman is reference 126710BLNR with a blue and black Cerachrom bezel and the traditional right-handed layout. The Sprite is reference 126720VTNR with a green and black Cerachrom bezel and the left-handed destro layout. Both are 40mm Oystersteel GMT-Master II watches with the Caliber 3285 and 70-hour power reserve, and both are available on Oyster or Jubilee bracelets. The Batman typically runs slightly higher on the secondary market. Choose the Batman for a conventional daily-wear GMT. Choose the Sprite for the only left-handed and only green-bezel steel GMT-Master II.

• Oyster or Jubilee Bracelet for the Rolex Sprite?

  Both bracelets share the same 40mm case, Cerachrom bezel, Caliber 3285 movement, and Oysterclasp with Easylink extension. The Oyster bracelet is a three-link sport design with a cleaner, tool-watch read on the wrist. The Jubilee bracelet is a five-link design with a slightly dressier profile and more flexibility. The Jubilee typically trades at a $1,000 to $2,000 premium on the secondary market, reflecting slightly stronger demand. Choice comes down to personal preference and intended wear.

• Is the Rolex Sprite Still in Production?

  Yes. The Rolex GMT-Master II 126720VTNR remains in current Rolex production as of April 2026 and is one of only three steel GMT-Master II bezel configurations available at authorized dealers today, alongside the Batman (blue and black) and the Bruce Wayne (grey and black). However, authorized dealer availability is limited, which is why most buyers turn to the pre-owned and unworn market to avoid multi-year waitlists.

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