1. The Submariner, introduced in 1953, was the first watch to be water resistant
up to 100 metres (330 feet). It was later strengthened by its patented triple-
seal Triplock winding crown, making it capable of withstanding depths of
up to 300 metres (1,000 feet). The 40 mm Submariner is presented here in
white gold with a blue Cerachrom disc.
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the submariner

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3. 1953
the first submariner
Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the
first watch guaranteed waterproof to a depth
of 100 metres (330 feet).Today’s Submariner
can withstand the pressure at a depth of 300
metres (1,000 feet) and is designed to resist
extreme conditions.
underwater worlds
Since time immemorial, mankind has been
spellbound by the sea and the mystery of
its uncharted depths. The deep remained
beyond reach until the irrepressible desire
for exploration, coupled with boundless
human ingenuity, gave rise to the technology
that would enable men to catch a glimpse of
the underwater world.
a perfect partner on land or in the sea
We invented the Submariner to work perfectly 660 feet under the sea.
It seems to work pretty well at any level.
david doubilet
Underwater photographer. Explorer. Artist.
Marine naturalist and protector of the Ocean habitat.
Author of a dozen books on the sea.
For 50 years, his passion has illuminated the hidden depths of the Earth.
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the spirit of the submariner

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5. the rolex
glidelock clasp
The Submariner Date is no stranger to
comfort. Fitted on the new generations of
the Submariner Date, the Rolex Glidelock
clasp enables divers to adjust the length
of the bracelet to fit over a suit 3 mm thick.
In increments of 2 mm, it offers a total
extension of up to approximately 20 mm.
And no tools are required.
the triplock winding crown
To protect the movement from water and dust, Rolex
invented the Oyster case in 1926. And then, in 1953 created
and patented the Twinlock winding crown to ensure further
protection for professional divers. Rolex increased guarantee
of waterproofness for the diving watches by introducing the
Triplock winding crown in 1970. The Triplock consists of 10
different elements crafted from the most reliable materials.
Once assembled, it screws down onto the Oyster case as
tightly and securely as a submarine hatch.
the oyster case
Very few people in the world are allowed
inside a Rolex Oyster. Only authorised Rolex
retailers have the necessary know-how, skills
and equipment to gain access. Hermetically
sealed to the case with a massive torque of
five Newton metres, the back of any Oyster,
as this caseback demonstrates, creates an
environment that protects the movement
from shocks, pressure, dust, water and any
other intrusive element.
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6. unidirectional
rotatable bezel
The Submariner’s rotatable bezel is a key functionality of the
watch. The graduations provide the diver with an accurate
indication of diving time. For safety reasons, it rotates only
counterclockwise, so there is no chance of overestimating
dive time or the amount of breathing mix remaining in the
tanks.The luminescent capsule ensures legibility, no matter
how light-deprived the environment.
the ceramic bezel
A bezel with a blue, black or green Cerachrom
insert graces the Submariner-Date’s 40
mm case. Fashioned from extremely hard
ceramic material, the Rolex Cerachrom insert
has excellent corrosion-resistant properties.
Its colour remains unaffected by ultraviolet
rays, and it is virtually scratchproof. The
numerals and graduations are in yellow gold
or platinum.
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7. submariner
40 mm
Officially certified Swiss chronometer (COSC)
Unidirectional rotatable bezel
Waterproof to 300 m/1,000 feet
Self-winding movement
Oyster bracelet
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STEEL
Black dial
14060M

8. submariner date
40 mm
Officially certified Swiss chronometer (COSC)
Unidirectional rotatable bezel
Waterproof to 300 m/1,000 feet
Self-winding movement
Oyster bracelet
STEEL
Green dial
116610LV
STEEL
Black dial
116610LN
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9. submariner date
40 mm
Officially certified Swiss chronometer (COSC)
Unidirectional rotatable bezel
Waterproof to 300 m/1,000 feet
Self-winding movement
Oyster bracelet
STEEL ANDYELLOW GOLD
Black dial
116613LN
STEEL ANDYELLOW GOLD
Blue dial
116613LB
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10. submariner date
40 mm
Officially certified Swiss chronometer (COSC)
Unidirectional rotatable bezel
Waterproof to 300 m/1,000 feet
Self-winding movement
Oyster bracelet
WHITE GOLD
Blue dial
116619LB
YELLOW GOLD
Black dial
116618LN
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