1977? Rolex Sub 1680

[Dr.Smellody]

Congratulations. Keep it, they stopped making them 35 years ago. Keep both, sell a kidney instead.

[jason42807]

Is it sad that I keep Polywatch in my car with a rag?

[jason42807]

My brother an I have agreed to split the watch price wise and add it to our collection. We are just going to share it and the others we have. Makes it more affordable that way.

[PoderEsBueno]

Looks great - enjoy it ^

[stillsane]

I have a white sub 1680 5.44 mil. Been in the family since purchase. Has a folded link 9315 bracelet with a C stamped in the clasp. I read the C stamp was for a 1978 bracelet. I have concluded my watch is a 1978. Although I had one person tell me it was a 1977.

[cajuntiger]

wise move! Congrats!

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by cajuntiger

Bobs Watches has never been accurate...not sure why they don't fix their calculator.

Yes, we get quite a few confused new or potential owners here wondering why their mid 1960s watch is 1950s (for example) according to Bob's calculator. It gives 2011 for all random serials, too.

[jason42807]

Originally Posted by jason42807

Well I ended up with the watch. Thanks for the education on the year! I always love learning about these vintage pieces. Now I just have to decide to keep this one or sell my 1980 Snowflake. Decisions decisions. The bracelet is a 16520 with solid end links. Again bad iPhone pic. Sorry in advance.

Can anyone help with identifying the bracelet? I have tried researching and the number on the link next to the end link has 16520. I am not familiar with this number. Is this even a genuine Rolex Bracelet? I am going to be keeping my eyes out for a 9315 period correct bracelet for the watch.

[lhanddds]

Originally Posted by Vincent65

many congrats and enjoy!

edit: bracelet could be 'wrong' !

Yep, something's not right with the bracelet, incorrect end links.

[Tudor66]

Originally Posted by jason42807

Can anyone help with identifying the bracelet? I have tried researching and the number on the link next to the end link has 16520. I am not familiar with this number. Is this even a genuine Rolex Bracelet? I am going to be keeping my eyes out for a 9315 period correct bracelet for the watch.

Congrats, you have a really nice white sub, you did well on that price in my opinion.

I use a newer 93150 bracelet on my 1680 submariner, they are easy to find, and can be used on vintage GMT's, datejusts.., etc... I recommend a 93150 band....

[willang]

Congrats! Great looking 1680

[Mark020]

Originally Posted by KingsleyWalcott

Your examples look like they haven't been updated in a long time.

No why should they?

Anyway: nice catch at a bargain price.

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by jason42807

Can anyone help with identifying the bracelet? I have tried researching and the number on the link next to the end link has 16520. I am not familiar with this number. Is this even a genuine Rolex Bracelet? I am going to be keeping my eyes out for a 9315 period correct bracelet for the watch.

The bracelet is counterfeit. Just try to read the text on the clasp, it's gibberish.

You need a 93150 with 580 end links and a VC or maybe VB clasp code, that is what mine came with in -78.

[jason42807]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

The bracelet is counterfeit. Just try to read the text on the clasp, it's gibberish.

You need a 93150 with 580 end links and a VC or maybe VB clasp code, that is what mine came with in -78.

Perfect for what I was looking for. I had my doubts about the bracelet but the watch head is in great condition and has the service paperwork from RSC Dallas and shows the hands, dial were refused for replacement but the bezel insert was replace at RSC.

[Konstantine]

Originally Posted by watchcrank

Polywatch is your plexi's friend. nice 1680

What's polywatch :O I was always terrified to try anything on my baby, are you sure that ''thingy'' is safe to use? I googled it and it is a £4 tube Have you tried it?

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by Konstantine

What's polywatch :O I was always terrified to try anything on my baby, are you sure that ''thingy'' is safe to use? I googled it and it is a £4 tube Have you tried it?

It's fine, and many people swear by it. There are instructional videos on youtube.