What’s so amazing about pre-owned, generally, is that it is a term that takes on any meaning in the watch world. In this case, we are looking at a vintage 1:1 fake Rolex Submariner ref. 1680. This is an important reference in the history of the Sub because it represents the first instance that the model utilized a date complication with the well-known cyclops date window.
Of course, the original perfect replica Rolex 1680 was known as the “Red Sub” because the cheap fake Rolex Submariner text was written in red, but that was discontinued after a few years and gave way to what we have today: a ref. 1680 with white Submariner text that serves as the benchmark for all copy Rolex Submariner Dates to come.
Hallmarks of this Swiss movement copy Rolex are the maxi lume plots – which means that the markers are large. They have taken on an ever-so-slight patina that is matched by the luminescent pearl on the bezel. This top quality fake Rolex features the vintage matte dial which only adds to the overall dive-ready tool watch aesthetic and is fitted to the classic Oyster bracelet with the double enclosure clasp. Here, you’re also getting an example with a crystal sans-cyclops magnifier. Overall, white high end super clone Rolex 1680s didn’t have a particularly long production run so to see one in this condition is just plain cool.