Showing posts with label Rolex Submariner 16800. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rolex Submariner 16800. Show all posts

Saturday, July 22, 2017

What is the Vintage Submariner practical for everyday use?




 

Not all vintage Submariners are going to be practical for everyday use. Some may be too fragile, others extremely rare or valuable. However, there are many great vintage Submariner options that will hold up to the rigors of daily life with reasonable price. One, in particular is the Rolex Submariner reference 16800.

 

Rolex Submariner 16800

Submariner 16800 was first released in 1978 as an improved version over the earlier model 1680. It remained in production for a full decade until it was later replaced by the reference 168000. While it improved substantially upon its predecessor, the reference 16800 is known as a “transitional” Submariner to next model Reference 16610.

 

Water Resistance

This model introduced Rolex’s caliber 3035 movement, and added a quickset date function to the Submariner. The reference 16800 was also the First Submariner to feature a sapphire crystal, and the first to benefit from the improved depth rating (from 200 meters to 300 meters).

 

Rolex Submariner 16800

The Rolex 16800 was a breakthrough for the Submariner line; however it retained certain key traits that linked it to its predecessors. Most notable among these was the matte dial with painted hour markers. Some, very late examples of the 16800 were fitted with gloss dials and hour markers outlined in white gold. These are considered “less transitional” than earlier models, and much more closely resemble the reference 168000 Submariner that followed.

 

Vintage Rolex (VR)

Choosing a vintage Submariner over a new one is a great way to maintain exclusivity and ensure that your Rolex Submariner is unique. While not all vintage Submariners are practical for everyday use, consider 16800 is using sapphire crystal for scratch proof, 300M water resistance, Quick set date, and higher bph 28,800 with higher time keeping accuracy. The reference 16800 is a fantastic option that boasts contemporary specifications and durability. Moreover, it is less been pushed to sky high the price.

A Submariner Ref 16800 is available between typically HK$58,000 to 65,000 nowadays.

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Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Rolex Submariner Ref 16800





This is Submariner Ref 16800, year 1983 in excellent condition, it comes with Bracelet and Box.

HK$45,600

HK Snob


 

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Saturday, March 28, 2015

Rolex Submariner Ref 16800 transitional on Sale






Steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date 16800.
Circa 1990s

Case No. 885XXX

Case diameter 40mm.

Water resistant to 300 meters.

Automatic chronometer movement.

Matt black dials with patina chocolate brown index and dot hour markers, black uni-directional bezel.

Steel Oyster lock bracelet.

Inclusive a brand new leather Strap.

Asking Cash HKD$36,000

HK Snob

Sold on 31 March 2015