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About Submariner

While it may be disputed as to which company created the very first dive watch, there is no debating that the Rolex Submariner is THE quintessential dive watch. Affectionately referred to as the “Sub” throughout the watch community, the Submariner set the standard for what we can expect from a luxury diver – rotating bezel, elevated lume, immediate legibility, water resistance. Don’t forget to also check out other models such as the 126610

The History of the Rolex Submariner

The Rolex Submariner was first introduced by Rolex in 1953 in a release that, unbeknownst to them at the time, would go on to become one of the most iconic watches in history. By the time of the Sub’s release, Rolex had already pioneered the waterproof Oyster case years before, and now they wanted to pair that technology with a watch fit for underwater exploration. Rolex built the original Submariner with utility in mind, and this design has remained more-or-less the same nearly half-a-century later. Sure, some augmentations have been made like increasing the water resistance and adding a ceramic bezel, but these are purpose-driven changes meant to make the watch better at what it was originally designed to do. As the adage goes, “If it’s not broken, don’t fix it”, and it is certainly not broken.

What makes the Rolex Submariner desirable?

Rolex is a company that established itself through innovations that aided in their creation of what weren’t luxury products, but rather high-quality tools that tell the time. This sentiment is especially represented in the origins of the Rolex Submariner. Over the years, the quality in their watches has been recognized by influential figures including world leaders and elite athletes, actors, singers, musicians, and explorers. This solidified Rolex in the mainstream and established them as a brand that people aspire to own. The Submariner is itself an aspirational piece to own among the Rolex offerings, and it can be a one-watch-collection in its own right. The classic design allows the watch to span all levels of attire from jeans and a t-shirt to suit and tie. Considering the versatility of the Submariner and the inherent durability in its design from the inside out, it is no wonder why this is one of Rolex’s most popular models — and is a top selling model in countries like Switzerland and Singapore.