Rolex Submariner 1680

Rolex Submariner Date 1680 Single Red "MK IV"

Basic Info Listing code : R00KT5 Brand : Rolex Model : Submariner Date Reference number : 1680 Movement : Automatic Case material : Steel Bracelet material : Steel Year of production : 1973 Condition : Used (Very good) Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : United Kingdom, London Price : 17,750 Availability : Item is in stock Caliber Movement : Automatic Caliber/movement : 1570 Base caliber : 1570 Power reserve : 48 h Number of jewels : 26 Case Case material : Steel Case diameter : 40 mm Water resistance : 20 ATM Bezel material : Steel Crystal : Plexiglass Dial : Black Dial numerals : No numerals Bracelet/strap Bracelet material : Steel Bracelet color : Steel Clasp : Fold clasp Clasp material : Steel Functions Date Other Product safety : Show information MAKE: ROLEX MODEL: 1680 YEAR: 1973 BOX/PAPERS: NO/NO CASE DIAMETER: 40mm CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC When it comes to “grail” vintage Rolex models, the Red Sub 1680 is perhaps at the top of many people’s lists (certainly here at Falco). This reference has gained a massive following over the years, perhaps because it was the first Submariner with a date function, or due to the sheer number of variations within the model—from dials to bezels. Mk1–3 Red Subs feature “meters first” dials, and these are as rare as hen’s teeth. The watch we have here features the first “feet first” dial, the Mk4. The Submariner text really pops on these thanks to its white backing. Although made within a year of the other Red Sub we currently have in our fleet—and with exactly the same configuration—this example shows completely different character. The tritium lume on the hands and markers has developed a gentle creamy hue, perfectly complemented by the insert, which has aged to a lovely navy tone. The case has been polished before, but not for some time; the sleeve wear on the lugs and crown guards is exactly what we love to see. The original 9315/380 folded-link bracelet shows minimal stretch. The clasp was replaced during a Rolex service in 1991. The movement has been freshly serviced and is running superbly at +4 s/day, with an amplitude of 272° and a beat error of 0.2 ms. You really can’t beat an honest Red Sub.