Details
CIRCA: 1979
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE SIZE: 39 mm. diam.
BRACELET: Stainless steel
BRACELET SIZE: Approx. 190 mm. overall length
DIAL: Black matte MK I
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Sweep centre seconds, date
CALIBER: 1570
WITH: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with deployant clasp stamped VF, 93150
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The present ref. 1680 is a very well-preserved example of the Submariner Date model, fitted with a matte MK I dial, perfectly matching the production period of circa 1979. The creamy luminous accents are in a shade perfectly matching the luminescence of the hands. The case shows strong proportions and well-defined edges to the lugs.

Reference 1680
The icon of Rolex sports and dive watches, ref. 1680, was introduced in 1969 with a date indicator as well as the Cyclops magnifier. During its time of production the model has encountered a multitude of variations of dials, all illustrating the incessant quest for innovations by the firm, while staying true to its heritage.

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