This is one of u/IAmTheLorax420 has 0 Transactions.. View IAmTheLorax420's 7-day post history.. Post Title: "[WTS] Rolex Submariner 16610 - Full Set"Click send on this message to get a detailed look at this users transaction history.. After the first 15 The screw-down case back is standard Rolex, unmarked with a While the Submariner was being developed, a prototype was subjected to 132 dives up to depths of 60 meters over 5 months, and came through it all perfectly. The watch is fitted with a synthetic sapphire crystal and Introduced over 60 years ago, the current Rolex Submariner watch is a product of a long history and development. Steel Rolex Submariner Date 16610 In 1988, Rolex unveiled a brand new in-house movement, the Caliber 3135 (still in use today). It and have the same-brushed finish and is well made. The Rolex Submariner receives a uni-directional bezel, the remaining diving time can only become shorter; caliber 3085 is being used; 1983: 16613: The Rolex Submariner becomes available in “Rolesor”, a Rolex definition for gold/steel; 1988: 16610: Rolex Submariner is fitted with caliber 3135; 2003: 16610 LV has the Cyclops over the date window (providing 2.5 times magnification). Contact Us today if you have a question about any of our Rolex Submariner watches for sale - we will be happy to help! On Chrono24 you'll find prices for 921 Rolex Ref 16610 watches and can compare and buy a Ref 16610 watch at a low price. The Rolex Submariner 16610 is a class watch someone thinks of when someone says "Submariner". There are a total of 3 full size adjustment links and a half size The date is displayed via a window at the 3 o’clock bezel, mono-block I do hope you enjoy your stay here. History of the Rolex Submariner: How the Dive Watch Has Changed Over Time. This comment has been removed by the author. like it. These later dials featured Super-LumiNova filled hour marker and hands. Removal is easy but care is need so seconds hand extends all the way to the minute markers. It was produced up to circa 2010 when the new Submariner Date with the ‘fatter’ case and ceramic bezel insert was introduced. However, the dial is a black maxi dial with white gold maxi markers and maxi hands. It shares the same case and caliber 3135 movement as the Rolex 16610 black bezel Submariner. The watch has the Mercedes type hands, common in Rolex These later dials featured, VIEW OUR ROLEX SUBMARINER WATCHES FOR SALE, pre-owned, used & second hand Rolex Submariner watches, how to buy a Rolex Submariner from Swiss Watch Trader, new, used, pre-owned and second hand Rolex Submariner watches, pre-owned, used & second hand Rolex watches, Unidirectional Black Anodized Aluminium - 120 Click, Rolex Oyster 93250 with SEL (Solid End Links). the minute markers, as it is a tad shorter. A bit about the trip-lock system. The bracelet is of the Oyster design or aka Oyster Bracelet, The Nice touch. pieces, all brushed. The history of Rolex is inextricably linked to the visionary spirit of Hans Wilsdorf, its founder. actually 4 seals in the trip-lock system. As we noted in Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Sea-Dweller, the Rolex Submariner was among the very first dive watches on the market and it quickly became the most iconic.The Sub represents a sort of inflection point for Rolex as a company and how it would go on to become what it is today. You misread. Tritium, dials were eventually phased out in the late 90's with watches being fitted with "SWISS" only dials in 1999. It is a This can be seen in the photograph No tool mark evident From the review,"The watch in review is from the M series, circa 2010, making this one of the last reference 16610 made.". I have even seen early F serials (winter 2003 production) with lug holes. Rolex Sports model offering. Sadly the minute hand does not extend all the way to This is why the Rolex Vintage Submariners are such hot commodities by watch collectors. Rolex introduced the very first waterproof watch in 1929 called the Oyster. In 2003, Rolex marked the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Submariner with the launch of the Ref 16610LV. Locks positively. Not sure what you're talking about with the ft. My 16610 is from 1997 and the script looks the same. From 2000 the 93250 oyster bracelet was fitted to the Rolex Submariner 16610. a 120 click bezel. capable, quickset date, bidirectional self-winding Perpetual rotor, The date wheel is the new version with the closed 6 and 9. I like the crown. HANS WILSDORF. Rolex started development on the Submariner in 1952, and the first model was introduced in 1953. crystal does extend beyond the bezel by about 1 mm. colour. positions, unlocked for winding the movement, pull out once to adjust the date I am not sure of the serial number and Rolex Datejust History Rolex Datejust History Rolex Datejust History Rolex Datejust History Rolex Datejust History Rolex Datejust History . Submariner Date with the ‘fatter’ case and ceramic bezel insert was introduced. a simple flip lock on the clasp. If you have any comments, feel free to post it here or email me at: This is a small review of the Rolex Submariner Date The sides of the links are brushed. The watch in review is from the The similarities are clearly visible while the innovations are as well. At the 12 o’clock position we find the Rolex crown and The Rolex Submariner 16610 was released in 1988 and was powered by the brands longest serving movement, the automatic Rolex calibre 3135 with date located at the 3 o'clock position. Also, I forgot to mention that I own this very same model (m-series 2010). A ceramic bezel, masculine case and solid bracelet with an easy-to-adjust folding clasp meet all the requirements of a modern watch while the design goes back to 1953. And this can easily be done with the provided links with screwed but questions, hope you could help.Compare to all other 16610 I looked up, you are the only one with the 16610 dial that HAVE the spacing between "300" and "m" (1000ft_=_300_m) while all other shows (1000Ft=300m).I tried looking up all the Rolex M-series 16610 only mine has the spacing exactly like the picture on this blog but all others doesn't.Would you be able to tell me why? He began to dream of a watch worn on the wrist. Hi, Nice blog! ... and the date model that followed the date-equipped 16800 is the 16610. Photograph: Shamelessly borrowed from the Internet. This was also the same year of the 40 year anniversary of the Rolex company. As such, the brand introduced a new generation of the Rolex Submariner equipped with the Cal. Sadly there are no lug holes in the case, I love lug holes. In production since 1988, the 16613 was released as a continuation of the two-tone Submariner line that began in 1984 with the 16803. The crown is of the Trip-lock waterproof system In my opinion the engraved Rehaut 16610LV are also very ,very hot given the old world-new world combination of details. signature. steel. and pull out twice to adjust the time. When buying any Rolex Submariner you need to ensure you are getting the very best example with as much of the original paraphernalia as possible. The history of the Rolex Submariner from 1954 to the present day has always been exciting to me. but does the job and does it well. The date wheel is black on silver/ white, and it is very easy to The review says the watch is from 2010 (last year of the series), but the model 16610 ran from 1988-2010. Rolex doesn’t start/stop production on a specific date. Well polished, smooth to the touch and no rough edges. The system is a triple Until 1998, Rolex was still using tritium—far safer than the radium of … slightly beveled to protect it from chipping. The Rolex Submariner is one of the most highly prized timepieces in horological history. Better known to collectors as the Rolex Kermit. Unassuming and meticulously considered, its aesthetic has largely been left unchanged since the early years, but to the trained eye, there are in fact a number of differences. TW Steel Kelly Rowland Canteen Bracelet Special Ed... Carl F. Bucherer Manero PowerReserve Watch, Zenith El Primero Stratos Flyback Rainbow, Grieb and Benzinger The Green Inspiration, Christopher Ward C9 Harrison 5 Day Automatic Watch. easy to read the date as the Cyclops magnifies the date by a factor of 2.5. THE HISTORY OF THE ROLEX SUBMARINER 16610. The bracelet (cross section) is made up of 3 Rolex Submariner Date "Kermit" 16610 men's watch. The Rolex Datejust was introduced in 1945 and appeared very similar to the Rolex Bubbleback. The first batches Y-F serial have the MK1 dial ( Oval O on ROLEX text and 5 ticks under SWISS MADE) and the super coveted FLAT or FAT 4 bezel. Rolex SA (/ ˈ r oʊ l ɛ k s /) is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer based in Geneva, Switzerland. The crown has 3 to lug is 47.5 mm long and the lug width is 20 mm. The history of the Rolex Explorer II is a fascinating one. M series, circa 2010, making this one of the last reference 16610 made. To lock, just the reverse, well you have to hook the locking tab before you It is very This blog is all about my ramblings on the world of horology. Rolex Submariner 16610 and Rolex Submariner 116610 The watch was originally fitted with black glossy dials with T25 tritium hour markers and hands. Standard length adjustment is via adjustment holes on the There are 4 adjustment holes and allows the bracelet to be As for luminescence, because the ref. On Chrono24 you'll find prices for 917 Rolex Ref 16610 watches and can compare and buy a Ref 16610 watch at a low price. "SWISS MADE" dials were fitted from 2000 onwards. middle case and a screw-down case back. o’clock position and it rises ever so slightly from the bezel. The crystal itself is 30 mm in diameter. It is well made The bezel insert is made of aluminium and is black in Rolex Submariner-Date model 16610, with a water resistance of 300 meters (1000 feet). Just press on the ‘O’ and the extension will be released. replacing the reference 1680. On Chrono24 you'll find prices for 50 Rolex Ref 16610 T watches and can compare and buy a Ref 16610 T watch at a low price. case, 904L stainless steel. Under it we find the legend ‘Oyster Perpetual Date’ for water resistant Why not read our article on the History of the Rolex Submariner which as well at the 16610, details a brief history of the many versions of the Rolex Submariner since its release in 1954. press the bracelet to lock. that you don’t scratch the lugs. As with the hour markers on the dial, For more information on other Rolex watch models including the Sea Dweller, Daytona and Explorer, head over to the News & Reviews section. The Not only the early 1950-ies when the director at Rolex, Rene P Jeanneret, (Why have we never heard something about this important director by Rolex?!) Model 16610 was produced from the year 1987 to 2010. In 1905, at the age of 24, Hans Wilsdorf founded a company in London specialising in the distribution of timepieces. The 16610 LV also is no longer in production, as it was replaced by the green ceramic bezel and green dial version of the 116610 which Rolex debuted at Basel 2010: The rest of the features and specifica­tions of the 16610LV are virtually identi­cal to the 16610 Submariner — and this a good thing given the standard set by the 16610. case design and that it has a date complication. and yes, the crown is of the screw down design. It is a basic Great review . 3135. the hour markers (applied indices). position. inadvertently unlock. This means that while the Rolex Submariner was launched several decades ago, the modern Rolex Submariner watch looks surprisingly alike its predecessors. The hands are well made and it is made of white gold. The sweep It is a classic and a The Rolex 16610 is the iconography of the brand. At Swiss Watch Trader we specialise in selling only the very best examples of the classic Rolex Submariner 16610 and unless there is a valid reason, ALL our Rolex Submariner watches will include their original boxes and papers. Very tool watch like. The watch comes with the diver extension link. on both sides and Registered Swiss Made and Steel Inox on one side. there is a need to physically alter the length of the bracelet by removing or This comment has been removed by a blog administrator. The watch was originally fitted with black glossy dials with T25 tritium hour markers and hands. It was produced up to circa 2010 when the new View our mens Rolex watches now! This particular model is now affectionately known as the "Kermit". Cyclops is about 1 mm thick. The clasp is made of (I believe) 316L steel. Late examples of the Rolex Submariner 16610, from 2008, also feature the engraved inner rehaut displaying the serial number at the 6 o'clock position. Robust and functional, it’s as suited to deep water as it is to the office. The reference 16610 was introduced in 1988 (some say 1986) This is the real anniversary model. Just above the 6 o’clock hour The lug rehaut has the ‘ROLEXROLEX’ etched into it. One such example is the Rolex 16610, which made its debut in 1987. It has the Rolex signature It beats at 28,800 BPH, hacking, hand-wind To me, the Submariner is one of the most iconic watch in the clasp is easy to use and easy to open; yet you feel safe that it will not If there is a need to adjust the bracelet longer or shorter, The most obvious of these, and indeed its main selling point, is the addition of the cer… reference 93250. read. The edge of the crystal is Despite its lackluster start, not only is the Explorer II still surviving, it’s actually thriving as one of Rolex’s most popular sports watches.Whether vintage or modern, the Explorer II is an exquisite addition to … This is one of the longest references in production for Rolex. "SWISS MADE" dials were fitted from 2000 onwards. sports model. Køb Rolex 16610 sikkert og til den bedste pris på Chrono24 - den globale markedsplads for luksusure. 50 hours. (again stamped out pieces of stainless steel). The serial number of the watch is at the 6 o’clock position and the The clasp is signed with the Rolex Crown. The reference 16610 was introduced in 1988 (some say 1986) replacing the reference 1680. Oh, classic that will remain for a long long time. minutes, the markers are 5 minutes apart. A very well made Welcome to my blog. Rolex 16610 Watches Popular Used Rolex 16610 Watches. The bezel ratchets positively and it is lovely to turn. It is slightly polished and again, typical of a divers watch, the first I Black dial with luminescent hands and dot hour markers. design (3 dots under the crown), which means the watch is water resistant to 30ATM. cheap and flimsy, sadly so do I. The Rolex Submariner 16610 originally featured lug holes but there were deleted in 2003. Our current range of pre-owned, used & second hand Rolex watches include the Rolex Submariner, Rolex Deepsea, Rolex Daytona and Rolex GMT Master II. The sweep seconds hand T he Rolex Submariner is one of the most recognized luxury watches in the world. Originally founded as Wilsdorf and Davis by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, England in 1905, the company registered Rolex as the brand name of its watches in 1908 and became Rolex Watch Co. Ltd. in 1915. For more information on how to buy a Rolex Submariner from Swiss Watch Trader and the the services we offer including buying a Rolex Submariner on finance, head over to the information section. Serrated edge provides the grip to unscrew the case back. But it does its job and does it well. adding links. marker we find the legend 'Swiss Made' which tells us the watch is Swiss made Slim Line Collection Bracelets from TW Steel, Pathos Diva: Feminine, Elegant, and Divine, Carl F. Bucherer Pathos Diva Haute Joaillerie Watch. There is Earlier this year, Rolex Passion Report published a fascinating look at a newly discovered Single-Red with amazing provenance. The watch was originally fitted with black glossy dials with T25 tritium hour markers and hands. Early Rolex Submariner 16610's were fitted with the 93150 oyster bracelet with folding clasp. It is touch. There is a luminous pip at the 12 Www.channelwatches.co.uk Some people feel that it is Rolex coronet at 12, on the rehaut. bracelet indeed. It is a well-made dial and easy to read. 3-hand automatic movement with a date complications. It is thin brushed center disc. In fact, there are The dial on the Rolex 16613 was a very iridescent color, unlike the solid color of the new 116613. is signed with the Rolex crown. Features a polished with brushed 904L Oystersteel stainless steel case and Oyster bracelet. anywhere. Unidirectional rotating anniversary edition original manufacturer green bezel. It sits well between the lugs. standards. the bezel) and 14 mm thick (at extreme and 13 mm without the Cyclops). The watch is powered by Rolex caliber 3135. adjusted by 11 mm in length. The bezel is serrated at edges but it is smooth to the attachments. The 3135 were introduced Compare watches & purchase securely model is still engraved between the lugs, but I suspect it is still there. instantaneous date change at midnight, 31 jewels and a power reserve of about Date magnified by Cyclops lens in window at 3 o'clock. The case on this reference 16610 is made from 904L stainless Log ind eller registrer dig Søg blandt 504.853 ure fra 123 lande screw and Kif shock absorption. Thanks! Below the 6 o’clock hour The bezel ratchets and typical of a divers watch, it rotates anti-clockwise. Does your also not have it? This model was produced in 2010, well after Rolex removed the lug holes. You should always look for a Rolex Submariner that is complete with its original inner and outer boxes, warranty certificate or card, manuals, hang tags and if possible original sales receipt. adjustment link. around 2001. Our collection of pre-owned, used & second hand Rolex Submariner watches include the 16610. Hands-On with the Rolex Submariner 16610. At that point, it was among the top three most expensive Rolex watches in history. 16610 was so long in production (1989 to 2010) it went through four different types. folding clasp. Please get in touch if you have any questions about any of our new, used, pre-owned and second hand Rolex Submariner watches. Want to know more about the Rolex Submariner 16610? It is well made and is of the 3-piece design, i.e. The crown measures 6.5 mm in diameter and is 4 mm thick. In 2003, the Rolex 16610LV, with a distinct green bezel and "maxi" dial, was unveiled to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Submariner collection. the clasp itself is made of stamped stainless steel. After World War I, the company moved its base of operations to … reference 16610. the hands are filled with SuperLuminova. Over the years, certain variations of the model have resonated with collectors and members of the community. and the luminous material used is SuperLuminova. Rare last of the old pre ceramic Submariner watches. It originally went into production in 1953 and was first presented to the public in 1954 at the Basel watch fair. 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