Rolex Submariner
Deep confidence
The Oyster Perpetual Submariner and Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date, archetypes of the diver's watch, epitomize the historic link between Rolex and underwater exploration. Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the first divers' wristwatch waterproof to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet). The Submariner Date, with its date function in addition to the time, was introduced in 1969. The waterproofness of both models was later increased to 300 metres (1,000 feet). Thanks to their renowned robustness, they have moved beyond the marine depths, becoming watches of choice for a wide range of sports and other activities.
Since its creation, the Submariner has constantly evolved, its waterproofness, robustness and functionality have been further improved.
A true divers' watch by design
As an underwater survival tool, the Submariner's design has been entirely dictated by the practical needs of divers. The model has evolved technically and has been endowed with features to improve overall functionality.
Featuring a 41 mm Oyster case, a distinctive dial with large luminescent hour markers and hands, a unidirectional rotatable bezel, and an Oyster bracelet, the Submariner and Submariner Date are among the most recognizable watches ever designed. Contributing to the strong visual identity, a graduated Cerachrom bezel insert made from high-tech ceramic is key to their functionality. Its 60-minute graduation allows a diver to monitor diving time accurately.
Reliability, robustness and functionality
The Submariner and Submariner Date's Oyster case is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 300 metres (1,000 feet). The Triplock winding crown, fitted with a triple waterproofness system, screws down securely against the case, providing increased water resistance.
Designed to be both robust and comfortable, the Oyster bracelet is equipped with an Oysterlock safety clasp, which prevents accidental opening, and the Rolex Glidelock extension system, allowing fine adjustment of the bracelet length without using any tools.
The Submariner and Submariner Date are equipped with calibre 3230 and calibre 3235 respectively, self-winding mechanical movements entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. They offer outstanding performance, particularly in terms of precision, power reserve, convenience, and reliability. Both movements' power reserve extends to approximately 70 hours.
Superlative Chronometer certification
Like all Rolex watches, the Submariner and Submariner Date are covered by the Superlative Chronometer certification. This designation testifies that every model leaving the brand’s workshops has successfully undergone a series of tests conducted by Rolex in its own laboratories according to its own criteria. The Superlative Chronometer status is symbolised by a green seal and is coupled with an international five-year guarantee.
A key to the deep
The Submariner was designed for underwater exploration and diving. Barely out of the Rolex workshops, it met with immediate success among the pioneers of professional diving who were given the watch to test. As in the case of Dimitri Rebikoff, a French engineer and underwater photographer. In a document dating from 1953, Dimitri Rebikoff reports that the performance of the watch was remarkable during the tests: "We can confirm that this watch has not only given entire satisfaction under particularly difficult diving conditions which are often fatal to the equipment used, but that it has also become an indispensable accessory for any scuba dive."
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