Rolex Submariner Matte Dial with Vivid Patina Ref. 16800 2005 - Reference 177200

- Reference 177200

- Original Lip box and old unused Breittling strap

- Baton hands with long tail seconds hand

- Case number 742xxx dates to 1940s

Rolex Submariner Matte Dial with Vivid Patina Ref. 16800 2005 - Reference 177200This is a fantastic example of a neo vintage Rolex Submariner Date, the Reference 16800, from the early 1980s. The 16800 is a transitional model that bridges the gap between the earlier models with plastic crystals and the later, more modern iterations. One of the most remarkable features of this watch is its original matte dial, which has developed a deep, characteristic patina on the hour markers, adding to its vintage allure. The bezel insert has