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Brand: Rolex

Model: Submariner Date

Reference: 1680

Movement: Rolex Calibre 1575

Case Width: 40mm

Lug Width: 20mm

Case Material: Stainless Steel

Crystal: Plexiglass

Dial Colour: Black

Water resistance: Not recommended due to age

Bracelet/Strap: Bracelet

Bracelet Wrist Size: 19.50 cm

Condition: 7.5/10, Very good condition for the age, MKI original dial, MKIII original bezel - lume pip glows under UV

Age: 1978

Box and Papers? Both

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Rolex - 1978 Submariner Date 1680

SKU: 23882

Regular price $15,500.00 NZD
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CASE WIDTH: 40mm

CONDITION: Very Good

BOX & PAPERS: Both

Photographs included are actual images of item for sale.

WHAT WE LOVE:

A classic 1970s Submariner with all the right details. This 1978 example features a sought-after MKI “feet first” dial — the earliest variant with bold open 6s and 9s — paired with a ghosting MKIII bezel insert that’s starting to fade beautifully. The pip has been professionally relumed to match. It comes on a correct 93150 Submariner bracelet, completing the period look. With its original box and papers, this is a fantastic vintage set for any collector seeking authenticity and charm in equal measure.

The 40mm stainless steel case features a thick acrylic crystal, unidirectional bezel, and screw-down Triplock crown, offering 200m of water resistance when new. This reference is fitted with a 93150 Oyster bracelet with flip-lock clasp and 580 endlinks.

WHAT’S INSIDE:

The watch is powered by the Rolex Calibre 1575 automatic movement, featuring hacking seconds and a quickset date function. Serviced 2025.

FIVEFORTYFIVE SIX MONTHS WARRANTY

Overview

Brand: Rolex

Model: Submariner Date

Reference: 1680

Movement: Rolex Calibre 1575

Case Width: 40mm

Lug Width: 20mm

Case Material: Stainless Steel

Crystal: Plexiglass

Dial Colour: Black

Water resistance: Not recommended due to age

Bracelet/Strap: Bracelet

Bracelet Wrist Size: 19.50 cm

Condition: 7.5/10, Very good condition for the age, MKI original dial, MKIII original bezel - lume pip glows under UV

Age: 1978

Box and Papers? Both

Add on an accessory: