ROLEX SUBMARINER ROUGE REF 1680 PUMPKIN MK6 from 1973
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner
Movement : Auto cal 1570
Reference: 1680
Diameter : 40mm
Year: 1973
Serial : 318XXX
Case: Beau boitier encore épais et avec des angles encore bien présents et des chanfreins bien visible. Lunette en bon état. Insert d’origine en parfait état. Pas de chocs visibles importants. La montre a été polie et portée dans le passé mais garde en tout cas un très beau boitier peu poli et très homogène.
Dial: Beau cadran d’origine submariner rouge MK6 avec une extraordinaire patine homogène tournant au jaune orangé PUMPKIN ultra rare et recherché. Très bel ensemble général. Cadran encore en parfait état avec aucuns défauts. Série M6 lemrich dernières production du submariner en rouge avec une patine incroyable et des aiguilles qui matchent bien.
Bracelet : Rolex later added oyster steel ref 78360 endlink 580 in good condition
Accessories: None
Guarantee : All watches are guaranteed for 6 months for normal use. For vintage watches that are not waterproof, there is no guarantee of water resistance. In the caseof a water resistance problem linked to the non-screwing of the crown, the warranty is also void. In the case of shocks to the watch, the warranty is void. Normal use only qualifies for the 6-month warranty.
Description
Our opinion: Un bel exemplaire de la Submariner date vintage référence 1680, La Rolex Submariner avec date et écriture rouge. Un must have d’une collection Rolex, modèle produit jusqu’en 1975, cette montre fait partie de la dernière série mark VI lemrich feet first, numéro de série 318XXXX dernière série de feet first. La montre est en bon état, son cadran d ‘origine mk6 a une patine execptionnelle jaune orangé PUMPKIN avec le rouge bien visible! Montre rare dans cet état car elles plongeaient quasiment toutes à cette époque. Un très bel exemplaire collector et en très bon état avec son bracelet oyster blindé plus tardif mais plus agréable à porter.
Brand
Rolex
Rolex is one of the world's most renowned watch brands, famous for its prestige, quality and innovation.
The beginnings (1905-1920)
Rolex was founded in 1905 in London by Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law Alfred Davis. The company was initially called Wilsdorf & Davis, and it imported Swiss watch movements which it then had assembled and sold in London. In 1908, Hans Wilsdorf registered the trademark "Rolex", a name he found easy to pronounce and remember in different languages.
Innovation and success (1920-1940)
Rolex quickly established its reputation through its innovations, including the development of the first waterproof wristwatch, the "Oyster", in 1926. This watch was touted as a revolutionary product and received significant media attention, notably when the Swimmer Mercedes Gleitze wore an Oyster during her English Channel crossing.
In the 1930s, Rolex continued to innovate with iconic models, such as the Rolex Prince, which introduced rectangular dials, and the Datejust in 1945, which is considered the first automatic watch to display the date.
The era of divers and explorers (1950-1980)
In the 1950s, Rolex benefited from its association with exploration and adventure. Models like the Submariner, launched in 1953, and the GMT-Master, created in collaboration with Pan Am for pilots, became symbols of this era. These watches were not only stylish, but also designed to withstand extreme environments, cementing Rolex's reputation as a manufacturer of rugged and precise watches.
The rise to luxury (1980–present)
Over the decades, Rolex has become synonymous with luxury and social status. Rolex watches are often worn by famous people and are considered one of the best investments in watches. The brand has focused on artisanal quality, with rigorous control of each piece produced.
Rolex has also been at the forefront of the watch industry by introducing high-precision automatic movements and developing innovative materials such as Everose gold and cerachrom for bezels.
Philanthropic commitment
In addition to its watchmaking heritage, Rolex is engaged in various philanthropic initiatives, notably through the Rolex Awards for Enterprise, which supports innovative projects in different fields, such as science, environment and culture.
Conclusion
Today, Rolex is more than just a watch brand; it embodies a symbol of success and accomplishment. With over a century of innovation and a commitment to excellence, Rolex continues to fascinate watch enthusiasts around the world.