THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: ROLEX
MODEL: 168000
YEAR: 1986
BOX/PAPERS: YES/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 40mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC

The 168000 is somewhat of an enigma, it's a watch that most enthusiasts have only stumbled upon after years of collecting. Our Founder openly admits when he first laid eyes on one, he thought the collector had made a typo. The 168000 was the first watch to be made in 904L steel, this is actually the only differentiating factor between the 168000 and the 16800.

After only nine months of production, Rolex introduced another new reference, the 16610, which had an upgraded movement. The 168000 was then retired to the history books. Rolex took a twelve year hiatus before they used a six digit reference again, making this the first reference to have that honour. 

This example is in exceptional condition; the dial is the star of the show with its rich and deep patina on both the tritium hands and markers. It is also the lesser seen Zorro dial as its called where the S in Submariner looks like an upturned Z. 

 The 93150 bracelet is original, denoted by the K4 (Apr 1986) stamp. The bracelet is one link short but will accommodate a 19cm wrist.

The movement was serviced last year and is running superbly at +5 s/d, 290 amps with a beat error of 0.0. The watch also passed a 10 bar pressure test.

The watch comes with its inner box and Submariner booklet.