Rolex Submariner History – The Back-Story

[The Watchology]

Rolex Submariner History starts over 60 years ago, and is a watch with an interesting story. Today’s Rolex Submariner model is such an icon because of the long submariner history and development. http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...he-back-story/

Rolex kept the distinct features (since 1953), while the innovations like ceramic bezel, masculine case and 904L steel bracelet with the new-generation OYSTERLOCK kept the Submariner up-to-date.

The two models today are;

‘Rolex Submariner No Date‘: http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...erence-114060/

and ‘Rolex Submariner Date‘: http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...ew-ref-116610/

[SubTTKky]

Thanks for sharing!

[ade916]

Hi I've been offered a 2010 sub the serial number is M33806* model 16610
Bezel 16610/161800 AC TOURN 60
Im Aware the serial number is the random type

[Ace2Rolex]

Interesting article about the history. I don't believe it's entirely accurate though. Pretty sure Chuck Yeager is wearing 1953 Turn-o-graph, the progenitor to both the 1954 Sub and the GMT. This is the reason Rolex released the "Thunderbird" edition TOG when Chuck broke the sound barrier. Without the TOG the Sub and GMT may never have existed as they were both a modified TOG design.

I strongly urge those interested in writing about Rolex history to take a look at a site such as https://beckertime.com/the-evolution-history-of-rolex/. They list their sources and seem to be a fairly accurate starting point for those interested in delving further into the back story of Rolex timepieces. There's enough Rolex history mystery. No need for us to make it more convoluted than it already is ;)



And remember kids... always list your sources!

[Viffer]

Originally Posted by The Watchology

Rolex Submariner History starts over 60 years ago, and is a watch with an interesting story. Today’s Rolex Submariner model is such an icon because of the long submariner history and development. http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...he-back-story/

Rolex kept the distinct features (since 1953), while the innovations like ceramic bezel, masculine case and 904L steel bracelet with the new-generation OYSTERLOCK kept the Submariner up-to-date.

The two models today are;

‘Rolex Submariner No Date‘: http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...erence-114060/

and ‘Rolex Submariner Date‘: http://www.thewatchology.com/rolex-s...ew-ref-116610/

Any article that starts by calling the Submariner "no date" shouts a lack of accuracy from the first glance.

[The Watchology]

Originally Posted by Viffer

Any article that starts by calling the Submariner "no date" shouts a lack of accuracy from the first glance.

Do you mind sharing with me why does the term 'no date' is not accurate, Viffer?

[Etschell]

Originally Posted by The Watchology

Do you mind sharing with me why does the term 'no date' is not accurate, Viffer?

There is no such thing as a no date. It's either a sub or sub date. Original subs had no date. Not the other way around. That said to discount an article over a snobbish attitude is laughable.

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by Etschell

There is no such thing as a no date. It's either a sub or sub date. Original subs had no date. Not the other way around. That said to discount an article over a snobbish attitude is laughable.

Very true. Only wis watch snobs take insult with such a silly detail.
The general public who Rolex sells to, walk into a store and would easily choose the to say, "yes I think I do like the Submariner no date(or without a date) more..." when deciding between the two watches.

[Ace2Rolex]

Wanted to redact my previous statement. In the particular picture in question Chuck is actually wearing a '54 sub. I came across a picture this morning which had me doing a double take. Apologies The Watchology!

[The Watchology]

Originally Posted by Ace2Rolex

Wanted to redact my previous statement. In the particular picture in question Chuck is actually wearing a '54 sub. I came across a picture this morning which had me doing a double take. Apologies The Watchology!

No Worries @ Ace2Rolex. Glad you clarified it. Hope you enjoyed reading it too! It is more of a 'story telling' angle than facts and history.

Any other errors are on my part and do feel free to point them out. Thank you!