{"product_id":"1984-rolex-submariner-ref-16801","title":"1984 Rolex Submariner (Ref. 16800)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Rolex Submariner ref. 16800 is a very cool and transitional piece that combines the best elements of both the vintage and modern Rolex Submariner into one complete package. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Rolex 16800 Advertisement\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/Rolex-16800-Brochure_1024x1024.jpg?v=1496254447\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rolex Submariner ref. 16800 was introduced in late 1979 and was the first Rolex Submariner model to include a sapphire crystal. In addition, Rolex introduced the signature click spring, and the bezel became unidirectional instead of the previous bi-directional operation feature of the bezel found in the ref. 1680 offering more accuracy and securing the bezel from movement while being used for diving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eStock #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"2%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eRLXSUB8416800-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubmariner \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85XXXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlossy Black W\/ WG Surround Markers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillimeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBracelet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRolex 93150 Oyster Bracelet W\/ 593 End Pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCASE \u0026amp; BRACELET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strong case exhibits some honest wear, while retaining thick and even lugs that feature crisp chamfers, and minimal evidence of being polished in the past. The bezel insert is an OEM Rolex service unit with a luminova pearl and remains in perfect condition. The original Rolex 93150 Oyster bracelet with 593 end pieces has an \"I\" date code and retains 12 links that show nominal stretch and will fit up to a 7.75-inch wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIAL \u0026amp; HANDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black dial with white gold surround markers remains in exceptional vintage condition, showing no damage, and has achieved a semi-matte sparkling finish throughout. The tritium lume plots aged to a charming creamy-eggshell patina and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The original tritium hands have aged a shade lighter than the dial but coordinate nicely overall, and show no degradation under UV light inspection. The white date wheel is original with \"open\" 6 and 9 numerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCESSORIES \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be provided upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45287522631789,"sku":"RLXSUB8416800-9","price":9250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/Img044083.jpg?v=1780618358","url":"https:\/\/www.craftandtailored.com\/products\/1984-rolex-submariner-ref-16801","provider":"Craft + Tailored","version":"1.0","type":"link"}