Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 1680

The Rolex Submariner reference 1680 was the very first Submariner to feature a date complication. The first line of 1680’s featuring red text will forever be cemented in collector lore. Here we have an example of the Red Sub’s little brother, a 1680 featuring all white text. This particular example dates to 1977 and is preserved in immaculate original condition. The case is thick and unpolished and the luminous paint on the hands and dial has aged to a uniform custard. The bezel insert also features the original tritium pearl. The watch comes with its original, and super tight, rivet USA C+I bracelet dating to 1976. For those who like a little extra sauce, the caseback is hand engraved “Michael, My Love and Thanks, Mother 2-27-1977” as this was most likely a gift from a mother to her son. Although nothing can compare to a Mother’s love this gorgeous vintage sub might be a close second.