Pre-Owned Rolex Submariner Date 40922518/AS08011

WHY WE LOVE IT

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The Reference 1680, originally released in 1966, deviated from previous iterations of the Submariner with the inclusion of a date function.

To some, this change was remarkably divisive because, according to the diehards, if you need to know the date during a dive, you're kind of screwed. Regardless of how much of a dive watch “purist” you might be, there’s no debating the usefulness of a date function in normal everyday life.

And furthermore, the 1680 ticks all the boxes for a tool watch. A sturdy stainless steel case? Check. Robust movement that is dust-proof, shock-proof, and waterproof? Check, check, and check.

This particular example dates to circa 1978 and features a strong professionally refurbished case with an excellent matte black dial with a matching handset, a lovely faded bezel insert, and a matching stainless steel Oyster bracelet with a signed Fliplock clasp.

A watch for all occasions, for all wrists, and a true icon of icons.

Can't beat that!

OVERALL CONDITION

The case is in excellent, strong condition overall showing signs of light professional refurbishing and normal wear consistent with age and use. Matte black Tritium dial is in excellent condition with even patination to luminous elements with professionally color-matched handset. Signed crown. Bezel insert shows light, even 'charcoal' fading.