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1680

First Submariner Date

Reference Profile

Technical specifications

Production years1967–1979
Case size40 mm
MaterialSteel
Water resistance200 m
CrystalAcrylic
MovementRolex 1575
ComplicationsDate
RarityVery high
Used market price€15 000–€32 000
New / unworn priceDiscontinued / no reliable retail range
Market trendStable
Investment score9/10
Service estimate€750–€1 350
Serviceability5/10
Collector Guidance

What to verify

Confirm whether the dial is Red Submariner or later white text and whether it belongs to the case serial range. Check date-wheel typography, open 6/9 forms, bezel insert, crown and caseback engravings.

Most commonly faked or replaced

Red-text dials, date wheels, bezel inserts, hands and casebacks.

Price date: July 2026. Indicative European market range, not a purchase offer. Condition, originality, set completeness, provenance, taxes and dealer margin can materially change the price.

Market values vary by condition, completeness, provenance and current demand.
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