Rolex Submariner Date, Steel and Yellow Gold

Key Product Information

• Model: Rolex Submariner Date, Reference 16613 (two-tone, steel & 18K yellow gold) from. October 1998. 

• Case: 40 mm diameter stainless steel case with screw-down crown, unidirectional rotating bezel in 18K yellow gold with aluminium bezel insert (black or blue options exist for this reference) 

• Dial: Choice of black dial (highly legible luminous hour markers and “Mercedes” hands) or blue (“Bluesy”) dial version.

• Movement: Rolex Calibre 3135 automatic, certified chronometer. 

• Bracelet: Oyster bracelet, centre links in yellow gold, outer links in steel; likely with hollow centre links (this was before solid-end links became more widespread on this reference)

• Water resistance: 300 metres / 1,000 feet. Sapphire crystal with cyclops over the date. 

Key Brand Information

• Rolex is iconic in horology, with its Submariner line one of the most recognisable diver’s watches in existence, originally introduced in the 1950s and continually refined. The two-tone “Rolesor” versions, combining steel and gold, have long appealed to those who want the robustness of a tool watch with a touch of luxury. 

• The Reference 16613 launched in 1988 as the follow-up to the transitional 16803, retaining much of the Submariner’s signature design but adding modern features such as improved movement (3135), sapphire crystal, greater water resistance (300 m), and updated dial/bracelet options. 

Condition & Authenticity

• This item has been inspected for authenticity. It is second-hand and may show signs of wear consistent with its age (circa 1998).

• For vintage items such as this, buyers should expect that the watch may require careful maintenance: servicing of movement, potential bracelet refurbishment, etc., to preserve function and aesthetic.

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