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Lot Essay
Introduced in late 1960s, the reference 1680 was the first Submariner to feature a date indicator as well as the cyclops magnifier. Distinguished by its red Submariner printing to the dial, the “Red Sub” as it is known to collectors has become a cult classic.
This particular example is distinguished by its dial, which has faded into an appealing uniform chocolate brown shade, referred to by many as a “tropical dial”. Further to the attractive dial, the present watch comes with its full sale kit which is very rarely found with this reference. Finally, the correct folded link 9315 Oyster bracelet with patent pending dive extension link and clasp stamped for the third quarter of 1970 are completing this very complete example of “Exotic Red Sub”.
This particular example is distinguished by its dial, which has faded into an appealing uniform chocolate brown shade, referred to by many as a “tropical dial”. Further to the attractive dial, the present watch comes with its full sale kit which is very rarely found with this reference. Finally, the correct folded link 9315 Oyster bracelet with patent pending dive extension link and clasp stamped for the third quarter of 1970 are completing this very complete example of “Exotic Red Sub”.