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Old 1 August 2009, 02:05 AM   #1
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Rolex 1680 submariner date 1969

ROLEX 1680 SUBMARINER DATE 1969

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Issue - Seller states the band is not a original, but it looks like a Rolex Coronet on the clasp, Buddy Orchi and Buddy Pav, Can I get you to have a look at this one

ROLEX 1680 SUBMARINER DATE

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Type: Rolex Submariner date model.1680

Serial/Era: 2.7mil circa 1969

Movement: Cal 1570 Automatic Hack

Function: Date / non quickset

Paper/Box: No



Up for auction is a restored Rolex 1680 Submariner. serial number 2.7mil which dates this watch to 1969...This watch has recently been fully restored. The case has been lightly sanded and buffed. It still retains its original shape and sharpness. The case, caseback and between lugs are all signed Rolex. There are some hairline scratches and pin prick marks on the case and caseback due to post retoration use. The hands and original dial have been repainted to resemble the original.The original plexi crystal has been replaced with an aftermarket plexi. The bezel insert has also been replaced with an aftermarket insert. The Rolex Cal. 1570 movement has recently been overhauled and is running strong and keeping excellent time. The seals on the watch have been replaced and the watch has been tested water resistant

Please note that the bracelet shown in the pics is not an original Rolex bracelet, It is an aftermarket replacement band that I am supplying so that the owner my wear the watch. This band is the same as the original and will fit this watch. The watch will arrive with this band fitted at customers request

Please ask all questions before bidding, if you need me to take extra photos I will do my best to get them to you.

I will post worldwide express insured once payment is received

Pickup and inspection is available.

Returns: You may return the item if it is not the item in the picture or description.

Payment must be received within 5 days of auction closed



PLEASE NOTE: I AM NOT AN AUTHORISED ROLEX DEALER OR AGENT, ALL ITEMS FOR SALE SIGNED ROLEX ARE FROM MY PERSONAL COLLECTION OR ARE ON CONSIGNMENT



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Old 1 August 2009, 02:12 AM   #2
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Err buddy Dave...another great catch...!

The Dial n bracelet are FAKEEEE...!
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Old 1 August 2009, 04:13 AM   #3
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Great catch Dave...

Off to the can.

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Old 1 August 2009, 09:56 AM   #4
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Time for a nudge
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Old 1 August 2009, 10:17 AM   #5
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Great catch, Dave!
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Old 1 August 2009, 11:13 AM   #6
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Gone

This listing (270436145347) has been removed, or this item is not available.
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Old 1 August 2009, 02:16 PM   #7
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Excellent ....

Glad eBay pulled the plug on this garbage.

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Old 2 August 2009, 01:23 AM   #8
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This one is back with a few additions to the description -

ROLEX SUBMARINER 1680

TYPE:ROLEX SUBMARINER

MODEL:1680

SERIAL/ERA: 2763xxx 1969

MOVEMENT: ROLEX 1570 Automatic

CASE: ROLEX ,STAINLESS STEEL

DIAL:REPAINTED REPLACEMENT DIAL & HANDS

BEZEL INSERT:AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT

CRYSTAL:AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PLEXI CRYSTAL

BRACELET: NO

BOX AND PAPERS: NO

Up for auction is a Genuine Rolex 1680 Submariner, that has been fully restored, with the original rolex damaged parts replaced with aftermarket replacement parts.The original damaged Dial, Hands, Bezel Insert and Crystal have all been replaced with aftermarket non genuine replacement parts, everything else on this watch is original to the watch and is genuine Rolex...A full restoration on this watch has been done including sanded and repolished case, complete overhaul of the movement, and replacement of damaged parts with above aftermarket parts...the watch has been tested water resistant and is keeping accurate time. Note: there are some hairline scratches on the case, caseback and crystal due to post restoration use.

Please ask all questions before bidding

pickup and inspection is welcomed

Returns are available if item is not what is pictured or stated in the item description
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Old 2 August 2009, 01:31 AM   #9
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Seller disclosed replacement/refurbished parts and it will be priced accordingly.

Dave, you saved someone out there a big headache and a lot of $$.

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Thats spot on Pav, disclose the truth and there are no issues, not hard to do
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Great job, Dave!!
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