Rolex Submariner Ref. 1680
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1979
Maker / issuer
RolexThis Rolex Submariner, reference 1680, is an automatic stainless steel wristwatch dated to 1979. It features a black dial identified in the provided description as a Mk.
II version, notable for being a "White Dial" variant, distinguished by its white lettering. The timepiece is housed in a 40mm stainless steel case. The dial displays tritium lume plots, while the metallic date wheel features open 6s and 9s. It is fitted with an original Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet equipped with 580 end pieces. The watch has been professionally polished to maintain its dimensions and chamfers. The bezel insert is a later Rolex service component featuring a luminova pearl.
The watch has been recently serviced and is currently operational.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Self-winding wristwatch with date
- Bezel
- Service insert
- Brand
- Rolex
- Bracelet
- Rolex 93150 Oyster Bracelet
- Case Size
- 40mm
- Reference
- 1680
- Dial Version
- Mk. II
- Serial Number
- 59XXXXX
- Maker / attribution
- Rolex
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The watch features a matte black dial described as a Mk. II configuration. It contains tritium lume plots that have developed a creamy patina. The original tritium hands have aged to a darker tone than the dial markers and exhibit minor superficial cracking when viewed under UV light. The date window is positioned at 3 o'clock and features a metallic date wheel with open-style numerals for the 6 and 9. The dial remains clean with no reported damage.
- Visible features
- • Cyclops lens over the date display at 3 o'clock • Tritium hour and minute hands showing minor superficial cracking • Rotating black bezel insert with luminous pearl • Oyster bracelet secured with a flip-lock clasp
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch features a stainless steel case measuring 40mm in diameter. The auction description reports that the case has undergone professional polishing in the past to preserve factory-intended dimensions, angles, and chamfers. It displays light signs of wear consistent with previous use. The timepiece is fitted with an original Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet incorporating 580 end pieces. The bracelet comprises 11 links and is noted to have minimal stretch. The black rotating bezel insert is an OEM Rolex service replacement that includes a luminova pearl.
- Condition and Attribution
- The object is identified as a 1979 Rolex Submariner reference 1680. It belongs to the series of watches featuring white dial lettering, distinguishing it from the earlier red-text variants produced between 1969 and 1975. The auction description reports that the movement has been recently serviced and is keeping time. The piece is provided without original box or documentation.
Identification
- Reference
- 1680
- Serial number
- 59XXXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Bezel insert is a non-original later service replacement
- Research required: Case polishing history is based on belief rather than confirmed documentation