Rolex Submariner Ref. 16800

Why We Love It There is no question that the Rolex Submariner is one of the most recognized and adored wristwatches of all time.  And for good reason; Hans Wilsdorf’s Oyster case design was never more imperative than through its application in the purpose-built diver.  But the Submariner’s ubiquity has turned up the noses of many a collector who eschew commonness, showing interest instead in the oldest and rarest executions of the model, or those that boast the most impressive condition or unique states of aging and patina.  Superb examples of rare Submariners can fetch big dollars.  A Ref. 6538 Submariner recently sold at Christie’s for over $1,000,000.  That’s why we love this Ref. 16800 so much.  It offers the a very intriguing entry point to the coolness of a Submariner, while also getting something that’s a little different. But instead of spending an arm and a leg (or more), you slide coolly in under $9K for a watch that has an incredibly sharp 39mm case and Tritium dial and hand