Heritage Narrative
At Heritage Timepieces, every listing begins with its place in horological history. The Submariner Date Ref. 16613 was introduced in 1983 as the first two-tone variant of Rolex’s professional dive watch. By combining Oystersteel with 18 ct yellow gold, Rolex preserved the Submariner’s tool-watch credentials while giving it a dress-appropriate appearance. This 2007 example belongs to the final years of the “five-digit” era—recognized for slimmer lugs, an aluminum bezel insert, and the workhorse Caliber 3135. As such, the watch links two distinct periods: the mid-20th-century tool tradition and the modern Rolex focus on luxury finishing. Collectors value the reference for its versatility—equally appropriate on a dive boat or with formal attire—and for its role in broadening the Submariner’s appeal beyond strictly professional use.
Technical Specifications
Movement:
Rolex Caliber 3135, self-winding, 28,800 vph, 48-hour power reserve
Case:
40 mm Oystersteel and 18 ct yellow gold; unidirectional 120-click bezel; Triplock screw-down crown
Crystal:
Scratch-resistant sapphire with Cyclops date magnifier
Dial / Bezel:
Black dial
Water Resistance:
300 m / 1,000 ft
Bracelet:
Oyster, steel and 18 ct yellow gold, solid end links, folding safety clasp
Functions:
Hours, minutes, central seconds, quick-set date
Condition
Overall Grade:
Excellent—minor superficial hairlines; no dents, deep scratches, or bracelet stretch
Service History:
Full mechanical overhaul and pressure test in 2025 (service documentation included)
Scope of Delivery
Original inner and outer Rolex boxes
Punched warranty card dated 2007
Submariner booklet, hang-tags, and extra bracelet links
Shipping & Logistics
Our watches are stored either in a secure bank vault or, by arrangement, kept with the owner. We ship worldwide within 1–3 business days, fully insured for your peace of mind.
Warranty & Returns
We stand behind our timepieces with a 12-month mechanical warranty and a lifetime authenticity guarantee. A 14-day return window applies, during which the watch must be returned in the same condition as received.
