Rolex Submariner

At a respectful distance from the Rolex Oyster and long before the Sea-Dweller, Rolex launched the Submariner, a collection that was soon to achieve cult status and whose iconic look still defines the series today.

The Oyster as the foundation of every waterproof watch

When Hans Wilsdorf from Kulmbach officially founded his label in 1905, long before the first Submariner, he wished to make his watches famous worldwide. He succeeded: Rolex spread from the English-speaking world across the globe and was at times even regarded as an American brand. However, the precious watches are of course manufactured in Switzerland. But Wilsdorf was not content with building luxurious watches – he wanted to produce watches that break records. For example, he gave the first fully waterproof watch to the swimmer Mercedes Gleitze, who set out with the Oyster in an attempt to swim across the English Channel. It was also an Oyster with a Perpetual movement that functioned on the summit of the Himalayas. With water resistance to 300 metres, the Submariner, developed in 1953 on the basis of the Oyster Perpetual, was likewise a Rolex of superlatives.

Discover your Submariner

The Submariner collection offers a beautiful visual selection – the dials are available in vibrant colours such as black, blue and even green. The same applies to the bezels: matching the dials of the various Submariner dive watches, these are usually also designed in harmonious colours. The bracelets are made of high-quality materials such as stainless steel, white gold and yellow gold. Some are also available in bi-colour. Naturally, all models of the Rolex Submariner collection are waterproof up to 300 metres and fitted with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The style is iconic, the appearance modern, the design authentic – this is why watch connoisseurs love the Submariner. In addition, the models of the Submariner Date even feature a date display in a prominent window. Thus, this men's watch truly suits every taste.

Buy luxury watches: find your Rolex Submariner online at Uhrinstinkt

The wide selection of fine luxury watches at Uhrinstinkt includes, alongside classic watches from the Oyster Perpetual 39 or Day-Date 40 series, of course also numerous models of the Rolex Submariner collection. Simply choose what you like and then decide how you would like to pay. We accept many common payment methods. In addition, we make shopping at Uhrinstinkt as easy and secure for you as possible. Besides the highest possible security in data transmission and shipping, this includes the option for you to collect the watches or watch winders in person.

If you have any further questions about Rolex, Submariner dive watches or other watches, please contact our support team – we look forward to hearing from you.

Frequently asked questions about Rolex Submariner

Submariner or Submariner Date – what is the difference?

The Submariner without a date displays the time only and, with its symmetrical dial free of a Cyclops lens, stands for the puristic original form of the dive watch. The Submariner Date adds the date display at 3 o’clock with the characteristic magnifying lens in the crystal. At Uhrinstinkt you will find both versions – from the classic black model to the green "Starbucks".

What does the nickname "Starbucks" mean on the Submariner?

"Starbucks" is the collectors’ nickname for the Submariner Date with a green ceramic bezel and black dial – the colour combination recalls the green of the well-known coffeehouse chain. It is considered the successor to the legendary "Kermit" and ranks among the most sought-after versions of the current collection. You will regularly find an unworn example in our range.

Which Submariner suits whom?

Purists choose the Submariner without a date, which embodies the original form of the dive watch most consistently. Those who wear their watch daily usually appreciate the Submariner Date with its practical date display, while the "Starbucks" with its green bezel makes a striking statement. All models of the current generation measure 41 mm and thus suit most wrists.

What condition are the Submariner models at Uhrinstinkt in?

The Submariner models in our range are predominantly 100% unworn with a valid Rolex manufacturer’s warranty and are delivered with box and papers; occasional inspected Certified Pre-Owned pieces are clearly marked on the product page. As an independent specialist, we carefully check every watch for authenticity and completeness before shipping.

Among collectors, the Submariner Date in 18 ct white gold with a black dial and blue bezel is called the “Cookie Monster”, and the Rolesor version with a blue dial and blue bezel the “Bluesy”.