About This Watch
The Rolex Submariner Date 126618LB pairs a full 18-karat yellow gold case and bracelet with a royal blue sunburst dial and blue Cerachrom ceramic bezel, creating one of the most visually luxurious dive watches available. The combination of warm gold and rich blue is a Rolex signature that evokes the deep ocean meeting golden sunlight. This reference continues a tradition that began with the ref. 16808 in the early 1980s, which first introduced the blue dial to the gold Submariner family. The blue dial features a radial sunburst finish that creates mesmerizing depth and light play throughout the day. Gold hour markers with luminescent Chromalight fills ensure excellent readability in all conditions. The Cerachrom bezel insert is crafted in blue ceramic with gold-filled minute graduations, a combination that requires extraordinary manufacturing precision. The caliber 3235 movement within features a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring resistant to shocks and magnetic fields. At nearly 215 grams, the solid gold bracelet and case make this a watch of substance in every sense. The gold Submariner with blue dial occupies a special place in Rolex lore, symbolizing both achievement and a love for the sea.
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Automatic |
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| Caliber | Rolex 3235 |
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| Power Reserve | 70 hours |
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| Frequency | 28,800 vph |
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| Jewels | 31 |
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Case
| Case Diameter | 41.0mm |
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| Case Thickness | 12.5mm |
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| Case Material | 18k Yellow Gold |
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| Crystal | Sapphire with Cyclops lens |
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| Bezel | Unidirectional rotating, blue Cerachrom ceramic insert |
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| Dial Color | Royal Blue |
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| Lug Width | 21mm |
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| Lug-to-Lug | 48.0mm |
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Features
| Water Resistance | 300m / 984ft |
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| Bracelet/Strap | 18k Yellow Gold Oyster bracelet |
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| Clasp | Oysterlock folding clasp with Glidelock extension |
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| Weight | 215g |
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| Complications | Date |
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