| Manufacturer: | Rolex |
| Regular Price: | $16,458.86 |
| Item Number: | 122517 |
| Condition: | Vintage |
| Model Name/Number: | Submariner 1680 |
| Serial/Year: | 4,3XX,XXX - 1976 |
| Gender: | Men's |
| Movement: | Automatic 1575 |
| Case: | Very good case which has previously been polished and shows scratches from use. The caseback has some deeper scratches from opening. The top of the one o'clock lug has a slight indentation on the top edge. This comes with a later 1980's bezel insert that shows some wear and has scratches. Inner caseback is stamped: 1680. Serial and reference numbers are crisp and well defined. Acrylic crystal is in clean condition and shows little signs of use. |
| Dial: | Excellent matte black tritium feet first dial with eggshell hour markers and matching hands. Hands shows signs of patina consistent with age. Some of the numbers on the date wheel show a little wear. The hands have developed patina. |
| Bracelet: | Excellent stainless steel 93150 Oyster bracelet with 10 links, 580 end links and divers extension. Bracelet shows scratches from use. Back of clasp stamped "VC" indicating it is from 1978 and makes sense for the case production. The bracelet shows a little stretch. |
| Box & Papers: | Bob's presentation box |
| Warranty: | This vintage Rolex comes with Bob's Watches one year warranty |
| Return Policy: | If not 100% satisfied, return watch in 3 days for a full refund. Terms. |
This Rolex watch is in vintage condition with surface wear as seen in pictures. The case appears to have been polished and has scratches. The bezel is a later replacement with some wear. The dial is in excellent condition with matching lume in the hands and on the dial.
By Paul Altieri
This Submariner is in overall great and honest condition. The dial is super attractive and has remained clean over the years. The lume has all aged to a lovely marshmallow white color giving this watch a striking look against the black dial and bezel.
The Rolex 1680 is one of the most sought-after vintage watches on the market. It hails from the legendary Submariner collection, complete with a waterproof case, 60-minute diver's bezel, and self-winding movement. Ref. 1680 also holds a special place in Rolex history as the first Submariner to feature a date mechanism on the dial. Don't miss out on the chance to add this cult favorite to your watch box today!
* All Pre-Owned Rolex watches are guaranteed to be 100% genuine and certified authentic. Certificates are issued by WatchCSA, the industry's leading independent authority on watch authentication. WatchCSA Certified Pre-Owned certificates are provided for an additional fee at checkout. All watches are shipped to fit the average size wrist (7 1/4" - 7 1/2" for men and 6 1/4" - 6 1/2" for women). Additional links can be purchased if needed. Note that "B&P" means "box and papers" where stated.
This pre-owned Rolex comes with Bob's Watches one year warranty
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Excellent service, staff was very helpful in educating me on my purchase. I’ll never consider buying anywhere else
So far everything has been great!
My birth year serial Perfect matching markers and hands patina Perfect matching pearl Fat font insert with a beautiful grey out fade patina Running 100% excellent time. Accurate to the second even after 24 hours and non effects by wearing or resting positions.
outstanding example of Red Submariner. Exactly what I have been looking for.
Item delivered promptly and as described.
A little late on my review but I thought better late than never. I purchased this watch as an every day timepiece and couldn't be happier. I wear it everywhere and it still looks and functions great.
