Rolex Submariner 40 mm 116613LN-3 Steel/Yellow Gold Black

The Rolex Submariner is arguably the most recognized and influential dive watch ever created, a reference point against which virtually every other sport watch is measured. Introduced in 1953 as the world's first wristwatch water-resistant to 100 meters, the Submariner evolved across generations to become an icon far beyond diving circles, worn by heads of state, explorers, film characters, and discerning collectors worldwide. The two-tone Submariner family, combining Rolex's corrosion-resistant Oystersteel with the richness of 18k yellow gold, sits at a particularly coveted intersection of sportiness and luxury that few watches in any price range can match.

The reference 116613LN represents the 40mm generation of the two-tone Submariner Date, distinguishing itself immediately with the black Cerachrom ceramic bezel insert introduced in place of the earlier aluminum bezel. Ceramic is essentially impervious to fading and scratching under normal wear, meaning the bold black bezel graduation remains crisp and legible for decades. The black dial is clean and dial-first in its visual hierarchy, with luminous hour markers and Rolex's signature Mercedes hands coated in Chromalight for long-duration blue luminescence in darkness.

The 40mm Oystersteel and 18k yellow gold case of the 116613LN-3 strikes a proportion that Rolex refined across decades of Submariner production, fitting a wide range of wrist sizes while maintaining the tool-watch silhouette that made the model legendary. The Oyster bracelet echoes the case's two-tone construction, with polished yellow gold center links flanked by brushed steel outer links, secured by Rolex's Oysterlock safety clasp with the Rolex Glidelock extension system for comfortable wear over a wetsuit or simply for day-to-day adjustability.

Powering the 116613LN is a Rolex-certified automatic movement, self-winding through an oscillating weight and engineered to Rolex's exacting chronometric standards. The movement has been officially certified by the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) as a superlative chronometer before leaving the manufacture, reflecting the movement accuracy and reliability that defines the Rolex standard. The screw-down Triplock winding crown and Oyster case architecture deliver the reference's rated 300-meter (1,000-foot) water resistance, making this a fully capable dive instrument as well as an everyday luxury timepiece.

What makes the Rolex Submariner 116613LN-3 a compelling acquisition today is its position as the definitive two-tone sport watch of its generation. Demand for pre-owned examples remains robust because the reference blends genuine technical capability with an aesthetic that transitions effortlessly from casual to formal settings. Whether you are an experienced collector adding a key reference to a curated collection or a first-time buyer seeking a single watch that does everything well, the 116613LN-3 is a logical and emotionally satisfying choice.

At Bizak and Co., every pre-owned Rolex we offer is certified authentic, and this Submariner 116613LN-3 is no exception. We invite you to contact our team directly to ask questions, request additional photographs, or complete your purchase of this two-tone Submariner online. Our expertise in luxury watches ensures a confident, transparent buying experience for collectors across the United States and beyond.