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1978 Vintage Rolex Submariner 1680

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Inventory A3280
Era Vintage
Brand Rolex
Style Submariner
Model 1680
Serial 5,0XX,XXX
Material Stainless Steel
Dial Matte Black
Millimeters 40
Bracelet Oyster

Case & Bracelet

Excellent case that shows light wear from use with some “sleeve polish” on the lugs that happens naturally over time. The fat font bezel insert is also in excellent condition and shows light wear from use and has faded to an even shade of grey.

Excellent 93150 bracelet with 10 links, dive extension, and 580 end links. The clasp is stamped with an VC date code.

Full service in house.

Dial

Excellent matte black dial with creamy Tritium markers and matching hands. Crystal is a replacement T39.

Accessories

None

The watch is running at COSC spec.

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