The Rolex Submariner differed from other diving watches in the early years simply because the watch was never intended for military purposes and was only introduced into the watch trade as a normal watch for everyday use. But of course the militaries of several countries recognized the possibilities of using the Rolex Submariner and still used the watch for their armed forces.
A particularly publicity-rich event occurred in 1960, during a diving trip by the famous Jacques Piccard. He attached the Rolex, which at that time could only have a water resistance of up to 200 m, to the diving ship “Trieste”, which he guided to a depth of 10,916 m.
Nowadays, and for good reason, the Submariner is one of the top luxury watches in the world, and perhaps it is also the best known. After Sean Connery wore it in his first James Bond films, it became an icon, characterized by prestige and reliability. It was a benchmark for high-quality workmanship and excellent functionality. From then on, its excellent readability and the almost indestructible Oyster case were the hallmarks of a Submariner. The precision of the chronometer movement and the dial inscription were in a class of their own.
The Sea-Dweller and Sea-Dweller Deepsea models were a further development for even greater diving depths, namely up to 1,220 m or 3,900 m. The Sea-Dweller Deepsea also contains a number of additional modifications.
The Rolex Submariner 116613LN and 116613LB are a classic.
The Rolex Submariner reference 116613LN is certainly one of the world's most famous diving watches. This Rolex watch has been the icon of all diving watches since 1953.
There is no diving watch that does the balancing act between a classic everyday watch and a pure diving watch as well as the Rolex Submariner. With this great luxury watch you are always properly dressed. Whether you're going to the opera in your tuxedo or diving in a dinghy, this watch is simply an all-rounder. The case of the Rolex Submariner Date steel / gold is 40 mm. A material combination of stainless steel and yellow gold is used. The Rolex Oyster bracelet, which is equipped with an Oyster safety folding clasp, ensures security on the wrist. The watch shines with a black dial and a one-way rotating bezel with 60-minute graduations and an extremely scratch-resistant Cerachrom number disc. A sapphire crystal with a cyclops magnifier is used to enlarge the date. The Rolex Submariner 116613LN is waterproof to a depth of 300 meters. At this depth, many a submarine reaches its limits, not to mention a human diver. The Submariner is perfectly readable even underwater thanks to Chromalight indices and hands with long-lasting blue luminosity.
When it comes to the movement, Rolex relies on the mechanical Perpetual movement with a self-winding mechanism, caliber 3135. This Rolex manufacture movement is a completely in-house production by Rolex. With this luxury watch you can not only enjoy the beauty, but also a watch that is and remains extremely stable in value! In short, a safe investment for the future that also brings joy to your wrist. This year, material combinations of steel / gold are again very well represented among the latest fashion trends in Paris, London and Milan.
