1983 Rolex Submariner Date Reference 16800

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Why This Watch Matters This Submariner Date offers the kind of patina we love in vintage Rolex, with all of the modern improvements that the reference 16800 brought at the end of t he 1970s. The Full Story The reference 16800 represented a major upgrade for Rolex in 1979. It was a revamped Submariner date that received a faster beat movement and offered a quick-set feature, a huge advantage over the previous reference 1680. Its sapphire crystal also allowed for an increase in water resistance, from 200 to 300 meters. Yet it still came with a matte dial and painted indexes in its first years of production, explaining why the 16800 is considered to be a transitional reference. This reference 16800 gives you a vintage feel in a more modern package. The Fine Print Maker: RolexModel: Submariner DateReference: 16800Year: 1983Case No: 8107718 Material: Stainless steelDimensions: 40mm diameter; 13mm thicknessSapphire Crystal: YesLume: Yes, tritiumCaliber: Automatic caliber reference 3035 with quick-set dateBracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Navy Blue NATO strapLug Width: 20mmBox/Papers: No What we Love and What You Should Know The dial is the main attraction of this Submariner Date, as it is free of imperfections. The lume has taken on a very pleasing vanilla patina, matching on the indexes and the handset. The case has been polished before but the lugs remain substantial. The bezel shows some scratches and an impact on its patinated lume dot. The caseback also displays some scratches and dings. Overall, this is a great Submariner. Show more