Rolex Submariner 16800 Matte Dial with Creamy Patina bag The case is strong with

The case is strong with even lugs and the bezel insert has faded ever so slightly and has its original tritium pearl

architectural case

Our example remains in outstanding condition

Delicate ‘dots’ adorn the outer edge of the dial

- Steel bracelet ref 1069 with ref 524 endlinks

Rolex Submariner 16800 Matte Dial with Creamy Patina bag The case is strong withThe Rolex Submariner Date was officially introduced in 1969 with the launch of Reference 1680. This milestone marked the first time the Submariner featured a date window and Rolex's signature Cyclops magnifying lens. By the late 1970s, Rolex began transitioning from acrylic crystals to more robust sapphire crystals. These so called "transitional" models bridged the gap between vintage and modern Submariners, combining elements from both generations.