Rolex Submariner Date

Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 16610LV “Kermit”

The Rolex Submariner Date, reference 16610LV, from 2006—affectionately nicknamed “Kermit” by watch enthusiasts around the world—is one of the most historically significant and sought-after collectible watches of the modern Rolex era. Introduced in 2003 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Submariner collection, the 16610LV broke with the model line’s previously all-black tradition: For the first time, Rolex paired a green Aluminium bezel insert with the forward-looking Maxi Dial. Examples from the F-, D- and Z-series era around 2006 represent the perfect balance between the classic case proportions of five-digit references and modern dial legibility.

• Classic 40 mm Oyster case in Oystersteel: Crafted from highly corrosion-resistant 904L stainless steel. The case features the slimmer lugs and elegant crown guards of the five-digit era, providing outstanding ergonomics and timeless aesthetics on the wrist.

• Unidirectional green Aluminium bezel: The distinctive Aluminium insert in Rolex’s anniversary color, Green, gives the watch its unique vintage character. Depending on the light and aging, the Green takes on subtle shades ranging from emerald to lime.

• Black “Maxi Dial” with enlarged markers: As the first Steel Submariner, the 16610LV featured the Maxi dial with significantly larger applied hour markers in 18-karat White Gold and broader hands, dramatically improving legibility.

• Super-LumiNova luminous material: The hands and indices are filled with reliable Super-LumiNova, which glows bright green in the dark and ensures optimal legibility at night.

• Date display at 3 o’clock with Cyclops lens: The iconic 2,5x date magnifier on the Sapphire Crystal ensures the calendar is as effortlessly legible as ever.

• Robust in-house automatic calibre 3135 (COSC-certified): Powered by Rolex’s legendary workhorse movement. Equipped with a beryllium-copper balance wheel, a Parachrom hairspring and a frequency of 28.800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz), the movement offers a power reserve of approx. 48 hours with uncompromising precision.

• Flat, scratch-resistant Sapphire Crystal: Ensures lasting protection for the dial; on 2006 models, the subtly laser-etched Rolex crown is positioned in the crystal at 6 o’clock.

• Screw-down Triplock winding crown: Equipped with a triple sealing system for complete protection against moisture, dust and pressure.

• Guaranteed water resistance (300m / 1000 ft): Fully suitable for diving and sports in accordance with the strict standards of the Professional range.

• Three-link Oyster bracelet Ref. 93250 with Fliplock clasp: Solid stainless steel bracelet in Oystersteel with the classic Fliplock safety folding clasp and integrated diving extension in the clasp housing.

• Iconic Anniversary Statement (2006 model year): As the original pioneer of the green Rolex color code, reference 16610LV combines historic milestone status, Neo-Baroque proportions and exceptional value retention among collectors - an absolute key piece for any prestigious horology collection.