About Steel Rolex Submariner Watches
The Rolex Submariner is one of the most recognized luxury dive watches ever produced, introduced in the 1950s and refined across decades into the definitive benchmark for the genre. The references represented here span two distinct generations and material families: the full stainless steel 16610 series with its classic black dial and bezel, and the two-tone Rolesor 16613 and 116613LB references that pair stainless steel cases and bracelets with 18-karat yellow gold bezels, crowns, and bracelet center links alongside striking blue dials and bezels. The 40 mm case size defined the Submariner for many years and remains the dimension most closely associated with the model's heritage. Collectors prize these references for their robust Oyster cases, unidirectional rotating bezels, and the combination of sportiness and versatility that makes the Submariner equally at home on a dive boat or at the office.
What to Look For
When shopping steel and two-tone Submariner references, the key distinctions are material configuration, reference number, and dial and bezel color: the 16610 delivers a clean all-steel sport aesthetic with black dial, while the 16613 and 116613LB Rolesor pieces command a different premium thanks to their yellow gold accents and blue dial and bezel combination. Condition of the bezel insert, bracelet stretch, and box-and-papers status are the primary drivers of value across all of these references in the pre-owned market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Rolex Submariner 16610 and the 16613?
The 16610 is a full stainless steel Submariner featuring a black dial and black bezel insert, while the 16613 is a two-tone Rolesor model that combines a stainless steel case and bracelet with 18-karat yellow gold accents and a blue dial and bezel. Both are 40 mm references but they carry different market values and suit different aesthetic preferences.
Are the steel Rolex Submariner watches for sale at Bizak and Co. authentic?
Yes, every Rolex Submariner in the Steel collection at Bizak and Co. is fully authenticated before being listed for sale. Bizak and Co. specializes in pre-owned and new luxury timepieces and each watch is verified for authenticity and condition prior to shipping.
What does the suffix on a Submariner reference number like 16613BLUS3 indicate?
Suffixes appended to the base Rolex reference number typically encode details about the dial variant, bracelet configuration, or production batch assigned by the dealer or authenticator, and are not part of Rolex's official reference numbering system. When buying a 16613 or 116613LB, focus on the core reference number to confirm the model, then review the listing details and photos to verify the specific dial color, bezel, and bracelet configuration.
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