The Rolex Submariner Watch

By: Todd Smith
What is great about the Rolex Submariner model line is how versatile it is. The Rolex Submariner can be used for both casual and formal wear. A Rolex Submariner watch will go just as well with an Armani suit as it will with a diver’s suit. The Rolex Submariner watch uses a 31 jewel automatic Chronometer COSC certified Swiss made movement. In between the solid 901L stainless steel case is the trip-lock winding crown of the Submariner. The trip-lock crown features three dots that represent this Triplock water seal feature. The crystal on the Rolex Submariner watch, like all modern Rolex watches, utilizes a synthetic sapphire crystal that is highly scratch resistant.

The standard bracelet on the Rolex Submariner is the Rolex patented oyster bracelet featuring a flip-lock clasp to insure that watch does not dislodge while being worn. In addition, the bracelet features a diver’s extension that unfolds as needed for use on the wrist when wearing a wet suit. The Rolex Submariner watch is guaranteed by Rolex to a pressure proof depth of 300 meters or 1000 feet. The Rolex Submariner also features a revolving time elapse bezel that can only be turned counter-clock wise. The use of the rotating Submariner bezel offers additional security during the various stages of the dive.

In the year 2001 Rolex made a change to the Rolex Submariner bracelet by switching to the Solid End Link bracelet. This change made for a more durable and sturdy connection with the bracelet of the watch to the case. In the year 2004 Rolex went from having wholes on the side of the case for the pins to connect to the case and in the year 2004 Rolex removed the pins wholes from the side of the case, thus dealers now refer to Rolex Submariners made after the year 2004 as the “no wholes case”.

Also in the year 2004 Rolex launched its anniversary edition Rolex Green Bezel Submariner watch, model number 16610 LV. No strucutural changes appeared with the introduction of this new Rolex Submariner only minor cosmetic changes appeared. The two cosmetic changes were the dial markers and the color of the bezel insert which changed from green to black. Until the year 2004 Rolex only made its Submariner watch with the black dial and black bezel insert.

Rolex has three types of Submariners, stainless steel, stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, and all 18k yellow gold. In their 2tone and all gold models Rolex has a blue colored bezel and dial and a black colored bezel and dial. Rolex also makes a dial with precious gemstones for these sports models referred to as the Rolex “Serti” dials. These serti dials Rolex makes in a champagne color and slate color. These Serti dials feature eight round diamonds and 2 baguette sapphires and one trillion cut sapphire at the 12:00 position. Rolex charges an additional $2400 for these precious gemstone Serti dials

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