Submariner

Rolex Submariner
Deep confidence

The Oyster Perpetual Submariner and Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date, archetypes of the divers’ watch, epitomize the historic link between Rolex and underwater exploration. Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the first divers’ wristwatch waterproof to a depth of 330 feet (100 meters). The Submariner Date, with its date function in addition to the time, was introduced in 1969. The waterproofness of both models was later increased to 1,000 feet (300 meters). Thanks to their renowned robustness, they have moved beyond the marine depths, becoming watches of choice for a wide range of sports and other activities.

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Rolex Submariner Date watch in water, featuring a 41 mm Oyster case, blue Cerachrom bezel, black dial with luminescent markers, and stainless steel bracelet, emphasizing its design for divers and luxury sports.

Rolex Submariner watch with a blue bezel and black dial, showcasing luminescent hour markers, set against a shimmering water background, emphasizing its design as a divers' watch.

A true divers’ watch by design

As an underwater survival tool, the Submariner’s design has been entirely dictated by the practical needs of divers. The model has evolved technically and been endowed with features to improve overall functionality.

Featuring a 41 mm Oyster case, distinctive dial with large luminescent hour markers and hands, unidirectional rotatable bezel and Oyster bracelet, the Submariner and Submariner Date are among the most recognizable watches ever designed. Contributing to the strong visual identity, a graduated Cerachrom bezel insert made from high-tech ceramic is key to their functionality. Its 60-minute graduation allows a diver to monitor diving time accurately.

Reliability, robustness and functionality

The Submariner and Submariner Date’s Oyster case is guaranteed waterproof to a depth of 1,000 feet (300 meters). The Triplock winding crown – fitted with a triple waterproofness system – screws down securely against the case, providing increased water resistance.

Rolex Submariner watch featuring a blue dial, gold and stainless steel Oyster case, unidirectional rotatable bezel, and Oyster bracelet, set against a minimalist background.

Rolex Submariner watch with a blue dial, gold and stainless steel Oyster case, luminescent hour markers, unidirectional rotatable bezel, and Oyster bracelet, showcasing luxury and functionality in a contemporary setting.

Designed to be both robust and comfortable, the Oyster bracelet is equipped with an Oysterlock safety clasp, which prevents accidental opening, and the Rolex Glidelock extension system, allowing fine adjustment of the bracelet length without using any tools.

The Submariner and Submariner Date are equipped with caliber 3230 and caliber 3235 respectively, self-winding mechanical movements entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. They offer outstanding performance, particularly in terms of precision, power reserve, convenience and reliability. Both movements’ power reserve extends to approximately 70 hours.

Superlative Chronometer certification

Like all Rolex timepieces, watches in the Submariner range are covered by the Superlative Chronometer certification. This designation testifies that every watch leaving the brand’s workshops has successfully undergone a series of tests conducted by Rolex in its own laboratories, according to its own criteria. The Superlative Chronometer status is symbolized by a green seal and is coupled with an international five-year guarantee.

Rolex Submariner watch with blue dial and gold accents, submerged in water, showcasing its diving capabilities and Superlative Chronometer certification.

Rolex Submariner watch with blue dial and gold bezel, showcasing diving capabilities and Superlative Chronometer certification, surrounded by water droplets.

A key to the deep

The Submariner was created specifically for underwater exploration and diving. When it first came out of the Rolex workshops, the watch was an immediate success with many pioneering deep-sea professionals, who were asked to test it. One of those trailblazers was Dimitri Rebikoff, a French engineer and underwater photographer. In his 1953 report, Rebikoff wrote that it had performed outstandingly well in trials: “We are able to confirm that this watch has not only given entire satisfaction in diving conditions which were extremely tough and particularly murderous for the material used, but that it has proved an indispensable accessory for all diving with independent equipment.”

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