This Rolex Submariner, reference 1680, is a 40mm case in Steel used condition, featuring a Custom Black Standard dial, a Black Standard bezel, a Oyster bracelet, dated circa 1971. This example carries custom / aftermarket diamond setting applied outside the manufacturer.
Rolex · 1680
Rolex Submariner in Steel, 40mm case, Custom Black Standard dial, Black Standard bezel. Circa 1971. Custom / aftermarket-set piece.
The Rolex Submariner is the benchmark diver's watch and the most liquid luxury sports watch on the secondary market. Launched in 1953, it established the archetype with its unidirectional rotating bezel, luminous dial, and water-resistant Oyster case. Available in steel, two-tone, and precious-metal configurations, the Submariner bridges serious diving utility with iconic design — worn by collectors and newcomers alike with equal conviction. Read the full Submariner buying guide ›
Founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf, Rolex is the benchmark by which most mechanical watches are measured. The Geneva manufacture pioneered waterproofing, self-winding movements, and date displays, earning a reputation for precision and durability that transcends horology. Today it dominates the prestige sports-watch market and functions as much as a financial asset class as a timepiece. Browse all Rolex ›
