Rolex Submariner Date 16610T

Description

• The end of an era

The final evolution of the iconic lineage before the arrival of the ceramic Submariner, the reference 16610T holds a special place in Rolex history. Produced until 2010, it represents the pinnacle of the traditional Submariner, retaining the charm of the aluminum bezel and the finesse of the classic case while incorporating the latest technical improvements developed by the manufacture.

The 904L stainless steel case, perfectly proportioned at 40 mm, alternates between brushed and polished finishes with remarkable precision. Its unidirectional black aluminum bezel, with a subtly satin grain, gives the watch a discreet elegance and a warm visual tone that later ceramic versions replaced with a more modern shine.

The glossy black dial, adorned with applied white gold hour markers filled with Super-Luminova, ensures perfect legibility in any condition. The whole is protected by a flat sapphire crystal with the signature Cyclops lens at 3 o’clock, a defining feature of the Submariner Date.

At the heart of the watch beats the Rolex automatic calibre 3135, a legendary movement celebrated for its precision, reliability, and robust construction. Equipped with a blue Parachrom hairspring resistant to magnetic fields and temperature variations, it perfectly embodies the brand’s philosophy of combining performance with longevity. A transitional piece in the history of Rolex, it unites contemporary technical rigor with the authentic soul of the classic Submariner. A model sought after by purists for its perfect balance between heritage and modernity.

This 2010 Submariner Date 16610T is offered in excellent condition and comes as a full set. As the final year of production before the transition to the 116610LN, it stands as the swan song of a legendary era, one defined by the mechanical purity and timeless proportions that made the Submariner an icon.