Name: | Rolex Submariner 40mm Black Dial Stainless Steel Watch 16610 |
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Movement: | Officially certified chronometer automatic self-winding movement. |
Gender: | Mens |
Case: | Officially certified chronometer self-winding movement. |
Bezel: | Special time-lapse unidirectional rotating bezel. |
Crystal: | Scratch resistant sapphire crystal with cyclops magnifiyer. |
Dial: | Black dial with white luminous inlay hands and hour markers. Date calendar at 3 o’clock aperture. |
Bracelet: | Stainless steel oyster bracelet with flip-lock clasp. Fits 7 3/4″ wrist. |
For generations of watch enthusiasts, the replica Rolex Submariner 16610 has represented the gold standard of dive watches. This 40mm stainless steel masterpiece blends professional functionality with timeless design, embodying Rolex’s commitment to precision engineering and enduring style.
Unmatched Mechanical Precision
At its heart beats the legendary Rolex Caliber 3135, a movement that set new benchmarks for reliability:
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COSC-certified chronometer with -2/+2 seconds/day accuracy
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Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring resistant to shocks and temperature changes
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48-hour power reserve with smooth automatic winding
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Instant date change mechanism synchronized to midnight
This workhorse movement has proven itself in everything from deep-sea diving to everyday wear.
Professional Dive Watch DNA
Built to meet the demands of saturation divers:
✔ 300-meter (1,000ft) water resistance with Triplock crown system
✔ Unidirectional 60-minute aluminum bezel for precise dive timing
✔ Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with signature Cyclops date magnifier
✔ Super-LumiNova coated hands and markers for low-light visibility
The classic black dial with Mercedes hands and date display at 3 o’clock maintains perfect legibility in any environment.
Iconic Oyster Bracelet
The bracelet showcases Rolex’s signature craftsmanship:
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Solid 904L stainless steel construction (highly corrosion-resistant)
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Oysterlock safety clasp prevents accidental opening
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Easylink 5mm comfort extension for perfect fit
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Classic folded links (characteristic of this era)
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Fits 7 3/4″ wrist with adjustment room for wetsuits
This model represents:
✓ The end of an era – last aluminum bezel Submariner
✓ Perfect 40mm case proportions – neither too large nor too small
✓ Date complication for daily practicality
✓ Strong investment potential as a discontinued classic
The Submariner 16610 stands as a bridge between Rolex’s tool watch heritage and modern luxury timepieces. Its perfect balance of rugged capability and refined aesthetics continues to captivate watch enthusiasts worldwide, making it one of the most desirable vintage sports watches on the market today.
Melissa –
I purchased this Rolex Submariner watch as a birthday gift for my boyfriend. He loved it!