Introduction
Debuting in 1953 and released to the public the following year, the Rolex Submariner has undoubtedly become one of the most iconic timepieces of all time thanks to its legendary status as Rolex's flagship dive watch. Used extensively by the British Royal Navy and professional diving operations like COMEX, the Submariner set the bar for all dive watches to follow. Featuring a genuinely timeless design that has remained relatively unchanged throughout its history, this Rolex has become the archetypal sports watch. With very few large-scale aesthetic upgrades made to it over the years except for timely advancements like introducing a date function to the collection in the late '60s, and its modern cerachrom bezels, the Submariner is seen as the prototypical dive watch thanks to its consistency. The Submariner has earned its status as a legendary watch, with it today remaining as one of the most sought-after timepieces around.
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Grade
V 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$7,000 – $10,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
40mm
Model
Submariner
Movement
Self-Winding Caliber 3135
Reference
16610
Bracelet
Stainless Steel
Year
1989
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless Steel
Included
Box and Papers
Dial Color
Black
THE ACCESSORIES
This 16610 comes with its original inner and outer Bufkor boxes, as well as the original booklets, hand tags and most importantly, the guarantee paper.
THE WRIST SHOT
A very clean example of the quintessential 1980's and 90's dive watch.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
The overall condition is excellent. Original dial maintains its original tritium markers which are an off-white tone that matches the hands. There is some minor surface oxidation on the surface of the dial. The bezel insert has a mark close to the 50 marker. Bracelet and case have minor surface abrasions throughout, consistant with average wear. Bracelet has 11 links.
Our Perspective
There is little doubt that the 16610 is the benchmark by which all dive watches are judged. I have always had one in my watch box, and it very well may be the easiest to wear of all the sport Rolexes. We love the completeness of this example, down to the original Bufkor box as well as the original papers, that are all included in the set.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
