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"content_html": "In reply to Paul Altieri.\n\nYes, I bought my Rolex Red 1680 in Port Moresby Papua in 1973 for around $AU350! I am still wearing it right now. It has been serviced only twice, 1995 and 2005, both times in Buenos Aires Argentina. It is still going strong. Feet first dial, open 6's. Tritium. Just on 50 years old...It has been in all the major oceans as well as the Dead Sea in Jordan and the Fly River in Papua.",
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"content_html": "My dad bought a red sub 1680 in ~1969. It was worn for several years until he decided it gave too much of a snobby vibe to his colleagues. It sat in a safe until after his passing and I decided to bring new life to it in 2016. From the research I have done, it is a 225XXX serial dating it to 1969. Original MK1 dial. Meters before feet. Closed 6's. \r\n\r\nI had it serviced in 2016 to give it a physical, make it turn it's head and cough...yada yada. It's band was after market so I had it replaced with an Stainless Oysterlock Rolex band. The crystal was replaced with new Acrylic crystal. Other than those two modifications, it just needed normal servicing and cleaning.\r\n\r\nIt has been interesting to research this watch, and this article has the most comprehensive overview I have seen.\r\n\r\nDoes anyone have a piece that matches the details I mentioned above? It seems like it's difficult to find one with similar details.\r\n\r\nI would appreciate any feedback.",
"content_text": "My dad bought a red sub 1680 in ~1969. It was worn for several years until he decided it gave too much of a snobby vibe to his colleagues. It sat in a safe until after his passing and I decided to bring new life to it in 2016. From the research I have done, it is a 225XXX serial dating it to 1969. Original MK1 dial. Meters before feet. Closed 6's. \r\n\r\nI had it serviced in 2016 to give it a physical, make it turn it's head and cough...yada yada. It's band was after market so I had it replaced with an Stainless Oysterlock Rolex band. The crystal was replaced with new Acrylic crystal. Other than those two modifications, it just needed normal servicing and cleaning.\r\n\r\nIt has been interesting to research this watch, and this article has the most comprehensive overview I have seen.\r\n\r\nDoes anyone have a piece that matches the details I mentioned above? It seems like it's difficult to find one with similar details.\r\n\r\nI would appreciate any feedback.",
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"content_html": "My submariner is a Mark 2, originally purchased in 1969 on the island of Malta. I got it in 1989 from the guy that bought it new. He wore it every day as I have done and still do. Both of us were commercial divers although we never wore it diving. I have a great Jeweler in Houston (George @ Swiss Watch Co) that takes care of it every five years or so. He told me the case was cast in 1967. Still has the original 9315 bracelet. Phenomenal that a watch works for 52 years and still going strong. Oh yeah, it still looks Fantastic!",
"content_text": "My submariner is a Mark 2, originally purchased in 1969 on the island of Malta. I got it in 1989 from the guy that bought it new. He wore it every day as I have done and still do. Both of us were commercial divers although we never wore it diving. I have a great Jeweler in Houston (George @ Swiss Watch Co) that takes care of it every five years or so. He told me the case was cast in 1967. Still has the original 9315 bracelet. Phenomenal that a watch works for 52 years and still going strong. Oh yeah, it still looks Fantastic!",
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"content_html": "I bought my Red Sub in 1984. It was new at a local small jeweler. I paid C$900 on sale as the store was relocating. By 1989 the face had become so dull it was all but invisible at night and not knowing any better or how unique the red lettering was I had a Rolex jeweler replace the dial. Been kicking myself ever since I learned of the value of that dial...that I forgot to ask the jeweler for. Damn!",
"content_text": "I bought my Red Sub in 1984. It was new at a local small jeweler. I paid C$900 on sale as the store was relocating. By 1989 the face had become so dull it was all but invisible at night and not knowing any better or how unique the red lettering was I had a Rolex jeweler replace the dial. Been kicking myself ever since I learned of the value of that dial...that I forgot to ask the jeweler for. Damn!",
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"content_html": "I bought my Red Sub on ebay back in 2000 for $3500 as a celebration for a career milestone. It was pretty beat up but about 10 years later I had Tom Gref @ BestOfTimes do a really meticulous restoration on it and it came back great and running like a top. He was able to source a new old stock crystal and he upgraded to TripLok for longevity and sent me back my original single dot crown so I had it for authenticity. He is a master. \r\n\r\nThere is a big difference in these old watches between restoration and servicing, and I really advise people to take them to restoration experts who know how to maintain their value. Treat them like the artifacts they are.\r\n\r\nHopefully, the market picks up on their value, the red sub price stagnated for so so long. It's just now starting to rise a bit, but I am always amazed at how relatively cheap they are.",
"content_text": "I bought my Red Sub on ebay back in 2000 for $3500 as a celebration for a career milestone. It was pretty beat up but about 10 years later I had Tom Gref @ BestOfTimes do a really meticulous restoration on it and it came back great and running like a top. He was able to source a new old stock crystal and he upgraded to TripLok for longevity and sent me back my original single dot crown so I had it for authenticity. He is a master. \r\n\r\nThere is a big difference in these old watches between restoration and servicing, and I really advise people to take them to restoration experts who know how to maintain their value. Treat them like the artifacts they are.\r\n\r\nHopefully, the market picks up on their value, the red sub price stagnated for so so long. It's just now starting to rise a bit, but I am always amazed at how relatively cheap they are.",
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"content_html": "I purchased my 1680 red Sub from my now deceased father-in-law in 1976. It was new in 1972 with a serial number beginning 332. I paid $150 for it. It still keeps perfect time and looks great because mainly I wore it in the office and in court. I did break the 9315 band, and saved most of the pieces, but the clasp is missing along with some links. It has an aftermarket band that has served me well for the past 30 years. I last had it \"cleaned & oiled\" in 11/16. Tried to get that done about a month ago, but the only authorized Rolex mechanic nearby said they are so overwhelmed that it would take at least 13 weeks. Since it is working just fine now I said I'd come back when they were less busy. I have no need to sell at this time, and it would take a lot of money to convince me to part with it . I am 73 and will likely leave this to my kid.",
"content_text": "I purchased my 1680 red Sub from my now deceased father-in-law in 1976. It was new in 1972 with a serial number beginning 332. I paid $150 for it. It still keeps perfect time and looks great because mainly I wore it in the office and in court. I did break the 9315 band, and saved most of the pieces, but the clasp is missing along with some links. It has an aftermarket band that has served me well for the past 30 years. I last had it \"cleaned & oiled\" in 11/16. Tried to get that done about a month ago, but the only authorized Rolex mechanic nearby said they are so overwhelmed that it would take at least 13 weeks. Since it is working just fine now I said I'd come back when they were less busy. I have no need to sell at this time, and it would take a lot of money to convince me to part with it . I am 73 and will likely leave this to my kid.",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3949",
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"content_html": "In reply to Phil Scheinberg.\n\nHi Paul, I so understand your attachment to your watch as my Father gave me a Red Sea Dweller as a graduation present from High School in 1977. I have hardly taken it off since that time and as you said I look forward to giving it to one of my two sons that both enjoy diving and surfing. I think I need to find another watch that means the same so they can both have that experience of giving for their sons.",
"content_text": "In reply to Phil Scheinberg.\n\nHi Paul, I so understand your attachment to your watch as my Father gave me a Red Sea Dweller as a graduation present from High School in 1977. I have hardly taken it off since that time and as you said I look forward to giving it to one of my two sons that both enjoy diving and surfing. I think I need to find another watch that means the same so they can both have that experience of giving for their sons.",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3634",
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"content_html": "Hi Paul,\nI recently sold to Bob's watches my old root beer nipple dialed GMT. Very easy and pleasant transaction. Just didn't wear it much. I do wear however almost daily my red Submariner which I bought new in Zurich Switzerland in 1970 for $175. I have been an avid diver, both SCUBA and free for much of my 72 years, and this watch has been in virtually every ocean in the world. I am its only owner and wearer and still retain its bill of sale, \"wallet\", original box, anchor, hang tag, and original bracelet, etc. It still also retains its original dial, hands and bezel, all with a marvelous patina of use. In spite of its collector value, this watch has become virtually part of my DNA, as it is very reliable, still waterproof, and admirably doing its job. Perhaps one of those very few things in life where there was never any disappointments. Rolex builds good stuff!",
"content_text": "Hi Paul,\nI recently sold to Bob's watches my old root beer nipple dialed GMT. Very easy and pleasant transaction. Just didn't wear it much. I do wear however almost daily my red Submariner which I bought new in Zurich Switzerland in 1970 for $175. I have been an avid diver, both SCUBA and free for much of my 72 years, and this watch has been in virtually every ocean in the world. I am its only owner and wearer and still retain its bill of sale, \"wallet\", original box, anchor, hang tag, and original bracelet, etc. It still also retains its original dial, hands and bezel, all with a marvelous patina of use. In spite of its collector value, this watch has become virtually part of my DNA, as it is very reliable, still waterproof, and admirably doing its job. Perhaps one of those very few things in life where there was never any disappointments. Rolex builds good stuff!",
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"content_html": "Good report!! My 1680 was bought in Lima Peru 1976 June by my dad. He was looking for a watch that could be used as a daily beater for surfing. I was 18 and that Tool watch was given to me as I started my University studies. \r\nI used, and abused it, for decades surfing and Karate were my main sports. Those tool watches were made to be used. Many years later a friend\u2019s father offered me to take it to Switzerland and replace all damaged parts: Cristal, dial and new hands were replacing to a new looking face. Many years later the third dial came in and now the hands are white gold. \r\nThe red Submariner was never red again. Now fully restored and new looking is only worn for special events. Casio\u2019s, Islander and Phoibos are my new surfing partners...",
"content_text": "Good report!! My 1680 was bought in Lima Peru 1976 June by my dad. He was looking for a watch that could be used as a daily beater for surfing. I was 18 and that Tool watch was given to me as I started my University studies. \r\nI used, and abused it, for decades surfing and Karate were my main sports. Those tool watches were made to be used. Many years later a friend\u2019s father offered me to take it to Switzerland and replace all damaged parts: Cristal, dial and new hands were replacing to a new looking face. Many years later the third dial came in and now the hands are white gold. \r\nThe red Submariner was never red again. Now fully restored and new looking is only worn for special events. Casio\u2019s, Islander and Phoibos are my new surfing partners...",
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"content_html": "In reply to Redsubman.\n\nBack then, Rolex retailers had a lot more freedom with the watches that they sold. Although the Submariner has only ever been officially offered with the Oyster bracelet, there are numerous instances of bracelets being swapped out for the Jubilee, either at the request of the customer or simply to offer something different. Sometimes dials were even swapped out on other Rolex watches (like the Datejust) if the buyer wanted a different color; however Rolex no longer permits their retailers to alter their watches either before or after they are sold.",
"content_text": "In reply to Redsubman.\n\nBack then, Rolex retailers had a lot more freedom with the watches that they sold. Although the Submariner has only ever been officially offered with the Oyster bracelet, there are numerous instances of bracelets being swapped out for the Jubilee, either at the request of the customer or simply to offer something different. Sometimes dials were even swapped out on other Rolex watches (like the Datejust) if the buyer wanted a different color; however Rolex no longer permits their retailers to alter their watches either before or after they are sold.",
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"content_html": "Quick note, very good friend of mine bought a brand new 1680 Red Submariner Mark VI in 1975 with a US Jubilee band.\r\nSo Red Subs were sold past 1973 and even came original with Jubilee bracelets depending on the AD.",
"content_text": "Quick note, very good friend of mine bought a brand new 1680 Red Submariner Mark VI in 1975 with a US Jubilee band.\r\nSo Red Subs were sold past 1973 and even came original with Jubilee bracelets depending on the AD.",
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"content_html": "In reply to Drew Cook.\n\nWe have also heard similar stories (Rolex refusing to repair a bracelet and instead only offering the option of a complete replacement bracelet). Rolex's objective when servicing a watch is to restore it to full functionality, and this can often require the replacement of components that the owner does not want to be replaced - either due to cost or the collectibility of the original components. Although Rolex's servicer process can restore a watch to like-new condition, it is also known for its rigidity and many owner requests are not able to be accommodated.",
"content_text": "In reply to Drew Cook.\n\nWe have also heard similar stories (Rolex refusing to repair a bracelet and instead only offering the option of a complete replacement bracelet). Rolex's objective when servicing a watch is to restore it to full functionality, and this can often require the replacement of components that the owner does not want to be replaced - either due to cost or the collectibility of the original components. Although Rolex's servicer process can restore a watch to like-new condition, it is also known for its rigidity and many owner requests are not able to be accommodated.",
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"content_html": "In reply to Paul Altieri.\n\nWhat is your opinion on sending the watch with the original (damaged) bracelet to Rolex Service Center and asking them to polish and repair it (replace the four clasp pieces)? I have seen horror stories on YouTube stating Rolex refuses to do this (honor customer requests) and insists on requiring the (quite expensive) purchase of an entire new bracelet.",
"content_text": "In reply to Paul Altieri.\n\nWhat is your opinion on sending the watch with the original (damaged) bracelet to Rolex Service Center and asking them to polish and repair it (replace the four clasp pieces)? I have seen horror stories on YouTube stating Rolex refuses to do this (honor customer requests) and insists on requiring the (quite expensive) purchase of an entire new bracelet.",
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"content_html": "I bought a red submariner in south africa in 1975 for $250 i wore it every day for almost 40 years original dial and movement,chrystal was replaced and watched serviced once ,went through 3 straps,sold the watch on ebay 5 years ago sold for $13,000 within an hour the buyer reneged on the sale ,much to his dismay at the moment its probably worth $18,000 in fair condition.im glad that buyer cancelled the sale with prejudice,",
"content_text": "I bought a red submariner in south africa in 1975 for $250 i wore it every day for almost 40 years original dial and movement,chrystal was replaced and watched serviced once ,went through 3 straps,sold the watch on ebay 5 years ago sold for $13,000 within an hour the buyer reneged on the sale ,much to his dismay at the moment its probably worth $18,000 in fair condition.im glad that buyer cancelled the sale with prejudice,",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3221",
"url": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3221",
"content_html": "In reply to Jim Young.\n\nAs long as you still have the original bezel insert and bracelet (and keep them with the watch), whether you have them installed or not will hardly matter when you go to sell it - the important thing is that you still have them. Swapping the bracelet will only take a matter of moments, and the same goes for the bezel insert (although it does require the use of some special tools). In neither instance will the watch need to be opened up at all, so having the original components swapped on will be a relatively easy process. \nThat watch will certainly never be worth less than what you paid for it! Also amazing (by today's standards) that you were able to order 10 of them at once. Today, given current demand, you may wait many months/years just to get the chance to pay full retail for it!",
"content_text": "In reply to Jim Young.\n\nAs long as you still have the original bezel insert and bracelet (and keep them with the watch), whether you have them installed or not will hardly matter when you go to sell it - the important thing is that you still have them. Swapping the bracelet will only take a matter of moments, and the same goes for the bezel insert (although it does require the use of some special tools). In neither instance will the watch need to be opened up at all, so having the original components swapped on will be a relatively easy process. \nThat watch will certainly never be worth less than what you paid for it! Also amazing (by today's standards) that you were able to order 10 of them at once. Today, given current demand, you may wait many months/years just to get the chance to pay full retail for it!",
"date_published": "2020-09-28T09:25:42-07:00",
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"name": "Paul Altieri",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3209",
"url": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3209",
"content_html": "Hi Paul, great red sub description. When I go to sell mine should I have the fat font silver bezel put back on the watch or just included with the newer looking watch? Same question for the older bracelet stamped 7-70.\r\nIn the mid 60\u2019s SEAL Team ONE issued submariners to new arriving teammates. Later it was tudors. When I came aboard in September \u201870 they were down to Zodiac Seawolves. Upon returning from Vietnam 10 of us SEALs decided we needed the real McCoy so we ordered 10 thru a NYC jeweler. In late \u201871 they arrived.\r\nThe subs are feet first fat font slightly open 6\u2019s. We paid $183 each. Probably worth 100 times that now? I guess all the sun and saltwater did me a favor.\r\nI enjoy your emails.",
"content_text": "Hi Paul, great red sub description. When I go to sell mine should I have the fat font silver bezel put back on the watch or just included with the newer looking watch? Same question for the older bracelet stamped 7-70.\r\nIn the mid 60\u2019s SEAL Team ONE issued submariners to new arriving teammates. Later it was tudors. When I came aboard in September \u201870 they were down to Zodiac Seawolves. Upon returning from Vietnam 10 of us SEALs decided we needed the real McCoy so we ordered 10 thru a NYC jeweler. In late \u201871 they arrived.\r\nThe subs are feet first fat font slightly open 6\u2019s. We paid $183 each. Probably worth 100 times that now? I guess all the sun and saltwater did me a favor.\r\nI enjoy your emails.",
"date_published": "2020-09-25T22:58:41-07:00",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3208",
"url": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3208",
"content_html": "In reply to Drew Cook.\n\nYou will likely pay more to service the watch today than you originally paid for it back in 1975. However, no matter what it costs to service, it will always be worth exponentially more than you paid for it!",
"content_text": "In reply to Drew Cook.\n\nYou will likely pay more to service the watch today than you originally paid for it back in 1975. However, no matter what it costs to service, it will always be worth exponentially more than you paid for it!",
"date_published": "2020-09-25T16:33:03-07:00",
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"name": "Paul Altieri",
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"author": {
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3207",
"url": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3207",
"content_html": "I bought my Red Rolex Submariner 1680 new at Casa Venegas, on Main Street on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands for $380 (duty and tax free) in February of 1975. Serial #340xxx, I still have it. Its had a Rolex Jubilee bracelet on it since one of the original bracelet's clasp prongs broke off, the expansion pieces bent, and the flip-lock lost in the early '80s. I've obtained a new Rolex clasp/expansion pieces/flip lock, and I intend to send it to Rolex to have the original bracelet polished, the clasp pieces replaced, and the original bracelet placed back on the watch.",
"content_text": "I bought my Red Rolex Submariner 1680 new at Casa Venegas, on Main Street on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands for $380 (duty and tax free) in February of 1975. Serial #340xxx, I still have it. Its had a Rolex Jubilee bracelet on it since one of the original bracelet's clasp prongs broke off, the expansion pieces bent, and the flip-lock lost in the early '80s. I've obtained a new Rolex clasp/expansion pieces/flip lock, and I intend to send it to Rolex to have the original bracelet polished, the clasp pieces replaced, and the original bracelet placed back on the watch.",
"date_published": "2020-09-25T14:11:33-07:00",
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3206",
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"content_html": "In reply to Michael Turner.\n\nAmazing! Talk about buying a watch at the right time!",
"content_text": "In reply to Michael Turner.\n\nAmazing! Talk about buying a watch at the right time!",
"date_published": "2020-09-25T10:33:17-07:00",
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"name": "Paul Altieri",
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"author": {
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"id": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3205",
"url": "https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/buying-guides/red-rolex-submariner-1680.html#comment-3205",
"content_html": "In London, I bought my first Rolex Submariner in March 1975. I was 19 years old. Submariner was written in red. I paid \u00a3192.",
"content_text": "In London, I bought my first Rolex Submariner in March 1975. I was 19 years old. Submariner was written in red. I paid \u00a3192.",
"date_published": "2020-09-25T09:00:30-07:00",
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"name": "Michael Turner",
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