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Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Submariner
We go as deep as you can on the most legendary watch of all time.
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All Rolex Submariner References Rolex
Every Rolex Submariner from 1953 ref. 6204 to today: years, dials, bezels, movements, nicknames.
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Submariner Rolex
The 1953 Rolex diver. James Bond's watch and the template every dive watch copies.
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Is the Rolex Submariner the most iconic watch ever?
Seventy-two years, one silhouette, and the single most recognised watch on earth. The Submariner survived James Bond, Steve McQueen, the quartz crisis, the wait-list era, and its own ubiquity. Time to answer the question everyone tiptoes around: is it actually the most iconic watch ever?
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Case dimensions: Rolex Submariner Date Rolex
41 mm × 12.5 mm, lug 21 mm, Cal. 3235
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DON’T FEED THE HYPE: 6 alternatives to the Rolex Submariner
It is finally time to tackle the Rolex Submariner. As a refresher for those who may not have seen previous entries in the Don’t Feed the Hype series, my goal is to provide readily available alternatives that provide a similar essence or merit to watches that have become increasingly unobtainable. It is my hope that … ContinuedThe post DON’T FEED THE HYPE: 6 alternatives to the Rolex Submariner appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Weekend Rewind: Taking The New Rolex Submariner Around NYC
There was no diving, but there was plenty of pizza.
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Weekend Rewind: A Solid Gold Rolex Submariner Goes Deep
Brett Gilliam's Rolex has gone on over 17,000 dives.
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The Man With The Golden Sub
Diving for 40 years with a solid gold Rolex Submariner 1680.
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Tudor Built a Better Rolex Daytona—and Everyone Forgot
The Tudor Big Block 79170 may be one of the most important vintage Tudor chronographs—and the forgotten watch that beat Rolex at its own game.
Time+Tide
EDITOR’S PICK: The Tudor Pelagos vs the Rolex Submariner - which is the better dive watch?
Is the Tudor Pelagos a better dive watch than the Rolex Submariner? Bruce Duguay weighs in.The post EDITOR’S PICK: The Tudor Pelagos vs the Rolex Submariner – which is the better dive watch? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Pre-Owned Picks: A Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711, A Rolex Submariner 124060, And An Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15300ST
Watches we love, the second time around.
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Rolex Submariner : The Ultimate Dive Watch
Rolex Submariner : The Ultimate Dive Watch
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VIDEO: The Rolex Submariner vs the Tudor Black Bay Fifty Eight Bronze
When assessing any dive watch, comparisons to the iconic Rolex Submariner are inevitably going to pop up. But the other day in the Time+Tide office, Andrew happened to be wearing his brand new Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Bronze while Matt’s trusty Rolex Submariner 114060 was dangling from his wrist. So they decided to put their … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Rolex Submariner vs the Tudor Black Bay Fifty Eight Bronze appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Sorry Matt, but I would never put my Rolex Submariner on a rubber strap
Matt. I hear you. You made your case. But I would never, ever, remove the bracelet from my Rolex Submariner ref. 114060 – or any Rolex for that matter. I cry blasphemy here not because a rubber strap looks particularly bad on the watch, in fact I concede it looks fine and is probably very … ContinuedThe post Sorry Matt, but I would never put my Rolex Submariner on a rubber strap appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Our Favorite Vintage Rolex Models
When it comes to vintage watches, few brands have as much depth as Rolex. Over more than a century, the company has produced an enormous range of models, references, and variations that have become firmly established...
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My First Watch: Discovering My Grandfather's Forgotten Rolex Submariner (VIDEO)
And the complications of bringing a watch back to life.
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Vintage Watches: A 1970s Cartier Tank 'Jumbo' Automatique, A 1965 Rolex Submariner, And A 1969 Hamilton Chrono-Matic
There May just be something for everyone in this week's selection.
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Vintage Watches: A 1979 Rolex Submariner With Mark 3 'Lollipop' Maxi Dial, A 1970s Heuer Monaco Ref. 1133B, And A 1970s Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Polaris II 'GT'
New year, new vintage watches.
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Vintage Watches: A 1977 Rolex Submariner Retailed By Tiffany & Co., A 1960s Universal Genève Polerouter Sub, And A 1970s Omega Constellation Electroquartz
Give the gift of a vintage watch this holiday season.
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EDITOR’S PICK: Why I traded a Patek Philippe and a panda dial Omega Speedmaster for a Rolex Submariner
Editor’s note: Sitting in the Time+Tide office, the wrists of certain staff members at times resemble a veritable revolving door of watches. Their passion for new watches leads them to constantly haggle and trade, navigating all manner of financial contortions to acquire the next watch on their hit-list. At times, this can look slightly exhausting … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Why I traded a Patek Philippe and a panda dial Omega Speedmaster for a Rolex Submariner appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Rolex Just Levelled Up, and I love it.
Introducing the 2026 Rolex Perpetual Padellone
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PSA: Russell Crowe confirms purported ‘Cinderella Man Rolex Submariner’ up for sale is not his watch
Update #2:The never-ending story goes on… Since publishing this update we have spoken to Fog City Vintage (@fogcityvintage), who removed the Rolex Submariner listing – with an asking price at that time of $22,500USD – and refunded the seller as soon as it came to light that the provenance of the watch was not as originally described. As … ContinuedThe post PSA: Russell Crowe confirms purported ‘Cinderella Man Rolex Submariner’ up for sale is not his watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review: Rolex Submariner Ref. 126619LB - Luxury And Utility As One
The new Rolex Submariner Ref. 126619LB in white gold becomes the first Submariner to receive an updated movement and several minor sizing changes.
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1 Watch 5 Ways: The Rolex Submariner on rubber, leather and NATO straps
Rolex bracelets are some of the best in the business and the Oyster bracelet with Glidelock on the ref. 114060 Rolex Submariner (featured below in other guises) is a prime example of their incredible construction and fit. But sometimes it is nice to switch things up, especially if you do not have a box full … ContinuedThe post 1 Watch 5 Ways: The Rolex Submariner on rubber, leather and NATO straps appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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IN-DEPTH: Gone but not forgotten - the discontinued Rolex Submariner ref. 114060
Before we dig into the Rolex Submariner 114060, I want to set the record straight on Submariner nomenclature. There is no such thing as the “Submariner No-Date” in the Rolex catalogue. The Rolex Submariner does not have a date window or cyclops magnification, that complication is reserved for the Submariner Date. This rampant mis-naming of … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Gone but not forgotten – the discontinued Rolex Submariner ref. 114060 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The Rolex Submariner “No-Date” - Seven Decades of a Classic
The Rolex Submariner has been an institution in its own right since 1953. The classic dive watch has undergone another pitch-perfect evolution in 2020.
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NEW Rolex Padellone: Identity Crisis?
The new Rolex Perpetual Padellone is one of the biggest and most technically ambitious Rolex releases in decades—but at nearly £50,000, it also has a serious problem.
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Hands-On: The Rolex Submariner Date Reference 126619LB
A lower-key white-gold Sub with clean black dial.
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Sean Connery Passes Away At 90
He helped make James Bond and the Rolex Submariner what they are today.
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Hands-on review: The Rolex Submariner Ref. 124060 new for 2020
The new Rolex Submariner is an improvement of the 2019 edition, with a larger case size and an upgraded movement. Lesser mentioned improvements include an anti-reflective crystal. The difference between the models are less discernible but becomes apparent when the 2 watches are side-by-side.
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Rolex Submariner Deconstruction Video: Warning, Don’t Try This At Home - Reprise
Ever wondered what the inside of a Rolex Submariner looks like, then (sensibly) thought better of trying to find out? Well, wonder no more. The Watches TV has teamed up with The Naked Watchmaker, Peter Speake, to take a modern Rolex Submariner completely apart – diving right into the heart of this famous diver’s watch.
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Auctions: Single-Owner Rolex Submariner 'Explorer Dial' 5512 Sells For Over $250,000
A watch you don't see every day.
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EXCLUSIVE: The NEW Rolex Perpetual Padellone, With Annual Calendar & Dynapulse Escapement!
Rolex brings back an iconic watch from the late 1940s with the introduction of the new Perpetual Padellone. It brings together a classic annual calendar display and the revolutionary Dynapulse escapement, as first see...