Rolex Submariner 1680

Rolex Submariner

Product overview - Box: No - Papers: No - Age: 1970s - Movement: automatic - Case Size: 40mm - Case: Stainless Steel - Dial: Black - Bracelet: Stainless Steel KEY FACTS - This Rolex Submariner is offered in Portugal by a private seller - Among the most historical versions of this iconic dive watch, the 1680 was the first ever Submariner to incorporate a date window - The serial number suggests this example was produced in 1979 - Presented with a Rolex service card from 2021 only - the original display box and warranty papers are not included - The vendor confirms the watch to be in good working order, with some marks on the case, bracelet and crystal commensurate with age ABOUT THIS WATCH - The ref. 1680 holds great historical significance, being the first Submariner to feature a date aperture - Produced from 1967 to 1980 (approx.), the model is broadly split into two generations, one with red Submariner script, and the second in white - As a member of the latter generation, this example also features other defining characteristics from this era including the packed four-line script - Internally, the watch is powered by the in-house chronometer-certified calibre 1575 movement - The watch is paired to a brushed Oyster bracelet