ROLEX VINTAGE SUBMARINER 168000 TRANSITIONAL STEEL

The reference 168000 Submariner was only manufactured for 9 months between 1987/88. A true transitional model, the 168000 upgraded the stainless steel alloy from grade 316 used in all previous Rolex steel watches, to grade 904. It is useful to note that Rolex is the only watch company to use 904 steel, which is superior to the surgical grade 316 steel that other manufacturers use. For me, this speaks volumes about Rolex's commitment to product quality, that they use what is practically a proprietary grade of steel for their watch cases. The reference 168000 was replaced by the current model reference 16610 and has a place in every Rolex watch collection.

Case is stainless steel and measures 40mm diameter by 12.9mm thick. Sapphire crystal. Uni-directional diver's count-up timing bezel. Screw down Trip Lock crown operating as it should. Case is water resistant to 1000 feet = 300 meters.

Dial is black with applied luminous hour markers and hands with date at 3 o'clock.

Movement is the automatic winding Rolex Caliber 3035 with 27 jewels and adjusted to 5 positions and temperature.

Rolex Oyster bracelet reference 93150 with 11 links.

This watch received a comprehensive Rolex service in March 2007 including a complete movement overhaul and some new parts (dial, hands, crown and tube, and bezel insert). Case back has some light marks from bracelet resting against it. Otherwise, the watch is in new condition and will be delivered with box and Rolex service documents.

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-- Rob Spayne

Watch Specifics:

Manufacturer	ROLEX
Model Name	Oyster Perpetual Date "SUBMARINER"
Model / Ref #	168000
Condition	Mint++
Gender	Mens
Category	Vintage
Movement	Automatic
Case	Stainless Steel
Case Dimensions	40mm diameter X 12.9mm thick
Crystal	Sapphire
Band	Stainless Steel Oyster
Dial	Black
Bezel
Functions	Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds, Date
Additional Information	Delivered with box and Rolex service documents
Current Retail Price
Starting Bid Price	USD $4,900 -- BUY IT NOW !! OR MAKE US AN OFFER !!

ABOUT THE SELLER

Robert Maron is internationally recognized as a leading expert in the field of High Grade, Important Vintage and Collectible wristwatches. With years of experience as a worldwide watch trader, professional, financial and personal references can be provided from almost anywhere in the world. Complete collections bought and sold, discretion assured. Member IWJG and NAWCC. Lifetime warranty of 100% originality and authenticity on every sale. Call 1.818.707.7007 for questions, click HERE for further information, or email us at sales@maron.com

SHIPPING & PAYMENT INFORMATION

Buyer pays for shipping $50 domestic shipping by expedited FedEx Priority Overnight delivery with insurance and estimated $150 for international shipment by expedited FedEx Priority with insurance (exact amount depends on value of watch) Winning bidder needs to contact us within 48 hours of notification Payment must be received within 5 days of auction end Paypal gladly accepted for purchases up to $3,000.00. Contact us for further details California residents: we will add 9.25% sales tax. Other locations - you are responsible for your own duties and/or taxes.

GUARANTEE

Returns accepted within 3 days if item is not as represented; buyer has to pay for return shipping costs and insurance. Item must be returned in same condition as received, including all material such as shipping box and manual We will refund your money within 24 hours after we receive the watch (subject to the watch being in the identical condition when sold, including all enclosures)