Rolex Submariner
Deep confidence
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner and Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date, archetypes of the divers’ watch, epitomize the historic link between Rolex and underwater exploration. Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the first divers’ wristwatch waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet). The Submariner Date, with its date function in addition to the time, was introduced in 1969. The waterproofness of both models was later increased to 300 metres (1,000 feet). Thanks to their renowned robustness, they have moved beyond the marine depths, becoming watches of choice for a wide range of sports and other activities.
As an underwater survival tool, the Submariner’s design has been entirely dictated by
the
practical needs of divers. The model has evolved technically and been endowed with features to
improve
overall functionality.
Featuring a 41 mm Oyster case, distinctive dial with large
luminescent
hour markers and hands, unidirectional rotatable bezel and Oyster bracelet, the Submariner and
Submariner Date are among the most recognizable watches ever designed. Contributing to the strong
visual
identity, a graduated Cerachrom bezel insert made from high-tech ceramic is key to their
functionality.
Its 60-minute graduation allows a diver to monitor diving time accurately.
The Submariner and Submariner Date’s Oyster case is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 300 metres (1,000 feet). The Triplock winding crown – fitted with a triple waterproofness system – screws down securely against the case, providing increased water resistance.
Designed to be both robust and comfortable, the Oyster bracelet is equipped with an
Oysterlock safety clasp, which prevents accidental opening, and the Rolex Glidelock extension
system,
allowing fine adjustment of the bracelet length without using any tools.
The Submariner and
Submariner Date are equipped with calibre 3230 and calibre 3235 respectively, self-winding
mechanical
movements entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. They offer outstanding performance,
particularly
in terms of precision, power reserve, convenience and reliability. Both movements’ power reserve
extends
to approximately 70 hours.
Like all Rolex timepieces, watches in the Submariner range are covered by the Superlative Chronometer certification. This designation testifies that every watch leaving the brand’s workshops has successfully undergone a series of tests conducted by Rolex in its own laboratories, according to its own criteria. The Superlative Chronometer status is symbolized by a green seal and is coupled with an international five-year guarantee.
The Submariner was created specifically for underwater exploration and diving. When it first came out of the Rolex workshops, the watch was an immediate success with many pioneering deep-sea professionals, who were asked to test it. One of those trailblazers was Dimitri Rebikoff, a French engineer and underwater photographer. In his 1953 report, Rebikoff wrote that it had performed outstandingly well in trials: “We are able to confirm that this watch has not only given entire satisfaction in diving conditions which were extremely tough and particularly murderous for the material used, but that it has proved an indispensable accessory for all diving with independent equipment.”
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