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Vintage Rolex Submariner Date 1680 Ghost Bezel Black Dial Automatic 40mm Watch

Vintage Rolex Submariner Date 1680 Ghost Bezel Black Dial Automatic 40mm Watch

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Vintage Rolex Submariner Date – Ref. 1680 (Stainless Steel / Black Dial / Ghost Bezel / 40mm)

Specific Watch Details:

  • Year: 1978
  • Condition: Used (Good) – Moderate wear from regular use, including scratches or minor dents. Bracelet may be stretched. Engravings may show wear. May have been lightly polished. Please see photos.
  • Condition Notes: Case was re-cut and laser welded
  • Inclusions: Watch Only
  • Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Oyster bracelet with Fliplock clasp
  • Stock Number: 1393

General Information:

  • Brand: Rolex
  • Family: Submariner
  • Model: Submariner Date
  • Reference Number: 1680
  • Movement: Rolex Caliber 1570 – Automatic; Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date
  • Case Material: Stainless Steel
  • Bezel: Bidirectional aluminum timing bezel (faded “ghost” insert)
  • Crystal: Acrylic
  • Case Back: Closed
  • Case Diameter: 40.00 mm

Dial:

  • Color: Black
  • Indexes: Tritium hour markers
  • Hands: Mercedes-style hands

About the Vintage Rolex Submariner Date – Ref. 1680 (Stainless Steel / Black Dial / Ghost Bezel / 40mm):

The Rolex Submariner Date ref. 1680 is a cornerstone vintage reference, representing the first Submariner to feature a date complication. Produced throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, it maintains the classic proportions and tool-watch functionality that defined the early Submariner line.

This example showcases a naturally faded “ghost” bezel, a desirable trait among collectors that highlights the watch’s age and character. Powered by the Caliber 1570 and fitted with an acrylic crystal and tritium dial, the 1680 remains a highly collectible vintage Submariner with strong historical significance.

Important Notes:

  • All images provided are of the actual watch you will receive.
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  • This watch may or may not include specific parts, booklets, or accessories. Please read the listing carefully.
  • We use a macro lens for our photos, which may make imperfections appear larger or more pronounced than they actually are.
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