SOLD – Rolex Submariner 126613LB “Bluesy”

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner  Date 126613LB “Bluesy”. Steel and yellow gold 41mm diameter case, which is water resistant to 300 meters. Sustained by a self-winding, automatic 3235 chronometer movement, accurate to +2/-2 seconds per day with stop-seconds for precise time-setting. A power reserve 70 hours. Featuring a royal blue maxi dial with luminous hour markers and hands for chromalight display. Surrounded by a yellow gold, uni-directional bezel with a blue ceramic insert, featuring a 60 minute graduation scale upon the bezel.  Positioned at 3 o’clock, features a cyclops lens date window.  Upon a steel and yellow gold Oyster bracelet with polished centre links. The folding clasp is equipped with the oysterlock safety clasp and Glidelock extension system for ease of adjustment. Complete with its box and papers, dated November 2023. (RRP 14,200)

The Rolex Submariner is an iconic dive watch with a rich history. Introduced in 1953, it was designed specifically for professional divers and quickly became a benchmark for underwater timekeeping. The Submariner was the first wristwatch to be water-resistant up to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet).

Throughout its history, the Submariner has undergone several updates and improvements. In the late 1950s, Rolex introduced the iconic crown guard, which provided enhanced protection for the winding crown. In the 1960s, the water resistance of the Submariner was increased to 200 meters (660 feet), and a date function was added with the introduction of the Submariner Date model.

Over the years, the Submariner has become synonymous with luxury and adventure, worn by explorers, divers, and watch enthusiasts alike. It is renowned for its timeless design, characterized by a robust stainless steel case, a rotating bezel with a ceramic or aluminium insert, and luminescent hour markers and hands for optimal legibility in dark conditions.

The Rolex Submariner continues to be an enduring symbol of Rolex’s dedication to precision, durability, and performance. It remains one of the most coveted and recognizable watches in the world, representing a true icon in the realm of luxury timepieces.