September 29th, 2020
The Red Submariner is one of the iconic Rolex watches that virtually all watch enthusiasts want to include in their collection. This rare, coveted vintage Rolex timepiece is difficult to find.
Considered as highly collectable, the Red Rolex Submariner commands a higher price than its non-red siblings. If you ever have the scope to get hands-on an original Red Sub Reference 1680, thanks to your lucky stars. This watch is indeed an excellent investment as it will retain great value with time.
So here we have jotted down some of the facts about the iconic Rolex Red Submariner 1680 that you probably do not know, especially if you are a new collector. However, these facts make the watch hold a historically significant place in the horology industry. Take a look!
Rolex ceased the production of the Red Submariner Reference 1680 in the 1970s. Since then, the brand offered all subsequent editions of the Submariner a wholly black and white dial.
Eventually, it becomes easier to identify the rare Red Sub timepieces. The colour and name instantly show up against the homogenous colour silhouette of the timepiece.
The Rolex Reference 1680 was the first-ever Submariner to sport a date window at 3 o’clock side. Moreover, the Cyclops lens set above the date aperture offered better magnification.
However, while Rolex offered the watch an added date function, the brand also had to equip it with a new movement.
Thus, the Red Rolex Submariner Reference 1680 made its debut, housing the then-new Calibre 1575 movement.
Rolex furnished the Red Submariner Reference 1680 with acrylic crystal. Interestingly, the watchmaker fitted every subsequent Date Submariner versions that start with the Reference 16800 with sapphire crystal.
This means that the Reference 1680 is the only Submariner Date edition to feature an acrylic crystal, thereby making it incredibly unique.
What makes the Rolex Red Submariner 1680 collection more appealing is its dial variations. Indeed, Rolex offered this reference in seven different types of dials.
Rolex unveiled the Submariner Reference 1680 initially offering a “fat-font” bezel. The bezel attained this moniker due to its thicker numerals on it.
However, this “fat-font” bezel showed the tendency of fading with time. Thus, the watchmaker replaced it with “thin-font” bezels during routine servicing.
Regardless, it is evident that spotting a Red Rolex Submariner Reference 1680 with the original “fat-font” bezel will be pretty challenging. However, it will be undoubtedly worth your effort.
Overall, these unique character traits mentioned above make the iconic Red Submariner 1680 one of the most coveted vintage Rolex watches in the world.
However, the market for vintage Rolex timepieces is booming today with surge prices. Thus, for those who are looking to upgrade their watch collection or simply, want to raise some fast cash, can decide to sell vintage Rolex watches with confidence.
Your luxury watch is likely to fetch you a premium from trusted vintage Rolex buyers at The Luxury Hut, especially if it is in excellent condition.
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