Model: SubmarinerexReference: 16800Case Material: Stainless SteelBracelet Material: Stainless SteelYear: 1982Movement: AutomaticCaliber: 3035Case N°: 7 276 753, N° 6038Dimensions: 41 mmSigned: Dial, movement and caseAccessories: Box, Papers, Expertise, Tag and BookletsThe Rolex Submariner is one of the most coveted diver’s watch in the industry with its initial launch dating back to the 1950s. The transitional Submariner, reference 16800, was in production between 1982 and 1986. It differs from its predecessor 1680 by a deep rating to 1000 ft (300 m), sapphire crystal, quick-set date function and the entirely new movement caliber 3035. Various important technical changes were made during this short production time: the stainless steel was upgraded from 306L to 904L, extremely resistant against oxidation and much harder. The dials of early models featured luminous indexes as in reference 1680, later generations were fitted with the white-gold borders around the luminous numbers. Throughout the process of constant innovation and technical upgrades with a focus on robustness and enhanced depth ratio, Rolex turned toEX for their expertise. With success, the first patent was a helium gas escape valve that would be a permanent feature of the Rolex Sea-Dweller. Furthermore, allEXmissioned watches came with individual numbers printed on the case back. The here offered 16800 have been produced in 1982 and is preserved in remarkable conditions andplete with the full set of accessories, it bears the important signatureEX on the black dial. TheEX designation was also featured on the outside of the screw back as well as the issue number that in this very case is 6038.Estimate € 75000 - 150000