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.
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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.