Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Date ref. 16610 (2002) is one of the defining modern Submariners and a watch that Rolex produced for more than two decades, from the late 1980s until 2010. Throughout its exceptionally long production run, it earned a reputation as the quintessential everyday luxury dive watch before eventually giving way to the ceramic-bezel ref. 116610. As a result, the ref. 16610 holds the distinction of being the final stainless steel Submariner Date with a traditional aluminum bezel insert, a feature many enthusiasts believe gives the watch a softer, more classic aesthetic than its successor. It also has the proportions collectors have come to love, including the 40mm Oyster case with slimmer lugs and a more understated wrist presence than modern generations. Powered by the trusty caliber 3135 and protected by a sapphire crystal, the ref. 16610 is still one of the most respected Submariners ever produced and continues to be highly sought after by passionate Rolex collectors. Shop Rolex Submariner Collection