Rolex, very rare "Red Submariner", ca. 1973.

Rolex, very rare "Red Submariner", ca. 1973.

Stainless steel.

D 40 mm.

Rolex introduced the first Submariner with date in 1969, i.e. the Ref. 1680. Only the early production models had the dial featuring "Submariner" in red. Over time, the luminous material on the dial and hands of these models obtained an attractive cream-colored patina.
Reference No.: 1680
Case No.: 3389782 Screw-down case and crown, rotatable bezel.
Dial: Black dial with luminous dots and SUBMARINER inscription in red, 660 ft = 200 m
Movement: Automatic movement
Band: Oyster band with fold-over clasp No. 93150 and end links No. 380 B. Wrist size ca. 19 cm
Accessories: Rolex Box and outer card box