The Submariner’s rotatable bezel is a key functionality of the watch. Its engraved 60-minute graduations allow a diver to accurately and safely monitor diving time and decompression stops. Manufactured by Rolex from a hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratchproof.
Rolex Submariner 116619LB The first Rolex Submariner to be furnished with a ceramic bezel was the Submariner ref. 116619LB, which made its debut in 2008. Along with being the first Cerachrom Sub, the ref. 116619LB is also the first Submariner fashioned from 18k white gold.
Rolex Submariner Ceramic Replica dial variations The fist Replica Rolex Submariner with maxi case and maxi dial was the Rolex Submariner 116619LB in 2008, followed by the 116618LN, 116618LB, 1166613LN 116613LB in 2009. 2010 saw the release of the most classic Submariner reference 116610LN. 114060: 2012
Rolex Ceramic Bezels. Over a decade ago, Rolex patented a type of ceramic alloy and named it “Cerachrom” where “cera” is from the word “ceramic” and “chrom” is from the Latin word for “color.” The new material made its debut on an 18k yellow gold GMT-Master II model in 2005 in the form of a black bezel.
The Kermit was discontinued in 2010 on the eve of a new era of Sub – the ceramic Submariner. The Ceramic Sub. What we’re referring to here as the Ceramic Submariner is the latest generation of Rolex Submariner. As you can gather, the watch is renowned for its ceramic bezel insert, but with this new era of Sub came many other important changes.
Comparison Transcript: Ceramic Bezel vs Aluminum Bezel. Today we’re going to be doing a comparison between the new and the old. This is a Rolex Submariner Two-Tone Blue, versus the newer style Rolex Submariner Two-Tone Blue Ceramic.
Rolex has had many interesting collaborations and themes when it comes to their collection some being received more than other. One of the most successful collections is the Oyster Submariner, a watch that is specially designed for divers, a watch that celebrates Rolex’s passion for the water world.. The watch has a 40 mm case, making it a perfect size for any wrist, big or small.
The very first Rolex Submariner 16610LV Mark I and II versions are especially sought-after. Prices for a Submariner Kermit are all over the place, almost reaching €40,000 (~ $45,000) for an unworn watch from 2003. Then, in 2010, Kermit was replaced by the Hulk. Submariner Hulk. In 2010, Rolex introduced the ceramic Sub.