Rolex Submariner 1680

Rolex Submariner Date 1680

Basic Info Listing code : KC1FG6 Brand : Rolex Model : Submariner Date Reference number : 1680 Dealer product code : RX728 Movement : Automatic Case material : Steel Bracelet material : Steel Year of production : 1979 Condition : Used (Very good) Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers Gender : Men's watch/Unisex Location : United Kingdom, London Price : 11,700 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 “No modern watch can match the charm of a vintage Submariner. This example is one of the best I’ve seen, it’s in stunning condition.” Arguably the most important watch in history, the Submariner inspired not only future dive watches, but the entire sports watch category. When Swiss explorer Auguste Piccard first took his submarine down to an incredible depth of 3,131m, a specially-designed Rolex accompanied him, and emerged from the water keeping perfect time. This was the inspiration for the 1953 release of the Submariner, a waterproof watch that was sporty yet elegant, commissioned by a Rolex director who was a close friend of Jacques Cousteau. This model, the 1680, is an all-time classic - the last Submariner to feature a bi-directional bezel, but the first with a date window. The matte black dial and hands on this piece are original, and the beautiful patina and ageing on the tritium lume plots and bezel pearl has created a matching cream tone, whilst the aluminium bezel insert has faded to a gorgeous “ghost” colour. The newer bracelet dates to 1987, an update which was common at the time due to the weakness of the original bracelets. The movement is the original in-house cal.1575, and the “VD” code confirms the clasp as original as well. An historic piece in a class of its own. Condition Report: For its age, the watch is in exceptional condition, with pronounced lugs and a strong crown. The bracelet shows little to no stretch and the watch comes with two spare links. Year: 1979 Reference: 1680 Size: 40mm Case: Stainless Steel Strap: Stainless Steel Bracelet Movement: Automatic Calibre 1575 Water Resistance: 200m Box: None Papers: None (our ref. RX728)