Rolex Submariner Date 'Serti'

The Rolex Submariner is without question the brand's most iconic model, and is a perennial favorite among collectors, enthusiasts, fashionistas, and yes — actual divers.  And while admittedly not for everyone, there is something about a two-tone Submariner that, to us, just works. Be it the versatility, or the relative value next to its full-gold and full-steel counterparts, two-tone offers a compelling value proposition for the Submariner line. Perhaps our favorite versions of the long-running two-tone Submariner is the Ref. 16613, the last of the pre-'Super Case' models. Launched in 1988 and discontinued in 2009, it measures 39mm wide and features a case made of 904L stainless steel and 18K yellow gold. Water resistant to 300m and powered by the upgraded Calibre 3135, the Ref. 16613 is a thoroughly modern Submariner, and appeals to someone in search of something just a tad more luxurious in a wristwatch in discontinued and beloved 39mm size case. This particular Reference 16613T, dates to circa 2006 and features gorgeous sunburst champagne 'Serti' dial with applied diamond and sapphire quadrant indices, a unidirectional rotating dive timing bezel with a crisp blue insert, a signed crown, and a matching solid-link two-tone Oyster bracelet with signed Fliplock clasp with dive extension. Furthermore, this piece is remains in fantastic condition overall, with its factory caseback sticker and its full kit! While admittedly not for everyone, there is something about a two-tone Submariner that, to us, just works. Be it the versatility, or the relative value next to its full-gold and full-steel counterparts, two-tone offers a compelling value proposition for the Submariner line. This one just offers a little bit extra.