£9,650.00
This Rolex Submariner Date reference 16610 from 2004 represents the final, fully-matured generation of the classic five-digit Submariner. Still very much a tool watch at heart, it combines the traditional 40 mm Oyster case with modern refinements such as sapphire crystal, a unidirectional 120-click bezel, and the calibre 3135 automatic movement. By this point in production, tolerances, finishing, and reliability were at their peak, making late examples of the 16610 especially desirable to collectors and daily wearers alike.
This particular example stands out for its sharp, well-defined case, with strong lugs and crisp edges that clearly indicate minimal polishing. The black aluminium bezel insert shows the correct period finish, pairing perfectly with the glossy black dial and white gold-surrounded luminous hour markers. The watch retains its original Oyster bracelet with full links, ensuring correct fit and balance on the wrist, and a reassuringly solid feel that these references are known for.
Offered as a full set, this 16610 includes its original box, papers, swing tags, and accessories—an increasingly rare combination nearly two decades on. Complete sets from this era appeal strongly to collectors, as they provide provenance and a sense of completeness that elevates the watch beyond a standalone piece. As the last of the aluminium-bezel Submariners before the transition to ceramic and maxi cases, the 2004 Submariner Date 16610 occupies a sweet spot: modern enough for everyday use, yet unmistakably rooted in Rolex’s classic tool-watch lineage.
The Rolex calibre 3135 is exceptionally robust and stable, designed for long-term reliability. Its free-sprung balance and full balance bridge give consistent timekeeping in real-world wear. A movement built to be serviced and used, not admired in isolation.
| Case Size | 40mm |
|---|---|
| Complications | Date |
| Movement | Rolex Cal. 3135 |
| Reference | 16610 |
| Delivery | Full set, box, papers, card and links. |
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