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"RED" SUBMARINER, REF. 1680

CIRCA: 1972
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE DIAMETER: 39mm
BRACELET / STRAP MATERIAL: Stainless steel folded Oyster bracelet
BRACELET SIZE: 8 inches / 203mm
DIAL: Black
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time and date
CALIBER: 1570
ACCESSORIES: Original Rolex top hat crystal
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The reference 1680 was the first Submariner to feature the date function. This watch features the "Submariner" text in red. The inside of the case back is stamped IV.72 indicating it is from the fourth quarter of 1972. This example features its original bezel that has faded over the years and collectors refer to these as "ghost" bezels. These "red" Submariners are becoming more sought after by collectors.

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