1969 Rolex Submariner Date ref. 1680 “MK1 Meters First, Tropical Brown”

Up for grabs is a Rolex Submariner Date

Reference 1680

2.09 mil serial number circa early 1969 production

Excellent vintage condition case with thick lugs and crown guards. Chamfers are factory. Clear numbers between the lugs.

Dial is original MK1 Meters First with very attractive patina on plots and hands. No refinish, no scratches, no chips. The dial is an attractive dark brown in person. You can clearly see the different color hues between the black bezel and the dial. One of the pictures is taken in direct sunlight to showcase what it looks like in the sun. All other pictures are take in shaded natural light.

Original bezel insert with Long 5

Caseback is original, stamped 1680 and dated I.69

Bracelet is a Rolex Swiss Rivet 7206 with 80 ends and ’68 date stamp.

No box or papers.