Rolex

Rare Submariner ref 16800 transitional stainless steel with sapphire crystal and matte black dial buckshot, accompanied by Service Brand: Rolex Collection: Submariner Date Year: circa 1982 Reference N°: 16800 Dial: Matte Black Buckshot Case N°: 7.428.xxx Movement: Automatic Cal: 3035 Material: Steel Bracelet: Steel Oyster Diameter: 39 mm Accessories: Service The reference 16800 is the first Submariner equipped with sapphire crystal, among the various improvements we find a redesigned bezel, and the significantly increased waterproofing of the Submariner, which has gone from 200 to 300 meters deep. This watch is considered a transition model, equipped with an opaque dial with luminous indices in pallettones instead of the classic use of shot glasses. It is also the latest matt dial for modern case, with a combination of vintage features and modern fit, and is known as "Transitional Submariner." Reference 16800 is the first Submariner to be equipped with sapphire crystal, among other improvements are a redesigned bezel, and the significantly increased water resistance of the Submariner from 200 to 300 meters depth. This watch is considered a transitional model, featuring a matte dial with luminous buckshot hour markers instead of the classic use of tumblers. It is also the latest matte dial for modern case, with a combination of vintage features and modern fit, and is known as the "Transitional Submariner."