1995 Rolex Submariner Date 16610

The 1995 Rolex Submariner Date ref. 16610 embodies the classic Submariner ethos while bridging vintage character and modern robustness. With its 40 mm stainless steel Oyster case, sapphire crystal, and robust Triplock screw-down crown, it continues Rolex’s commitment to 300 m (1,000 ft) water resistance. The unidirectional rotating bezel with a black aluminum insert gives the piece its dive tool DNA, while the black gloss dial with applied white-gold indices and Mercedes hands offers a crisp, balanced legibility even decades later. Early examples (like this mid-1990s “T-series”) still carry tritium-lume indices (marked “Swiss – T < 25”) that often age into a creamy patina, giving each watch a subtly unique character over time.

Under the hood, the watch is powered by Rolex’s legendary Caliber 3135 — a highly respected, robust automatic movement featuring a quick-set date, hacking seconds, and a 48-hour power reserve. The original Oyster bracelet (often ref. 93150 during that era) with hollow end-links gives the watch a slightly more vintage, lightweight feel compared to later solid-link versions. For many collectors, a 1995 16610 offers one of the most compelling blends: historically significant, technically solid, and aesthetically timeless — with just enough age to carry a sense of life and story without compromising performance.

Serial: W,241,XXX

Case Year: 1995

Case Reference: 16610

Dial: Tritium – Black Dial

Hands: Tritium

Bracelet: Stainless Steel Oyster

Movement: 3135 - Automatic - Running (+3 s/d 290 Amp)

Glass: Sapphire

Accessories: Inner/outer boxes, Anchor, hangtags, and Rolex service paperwork - no warranty papers

Case: 40mm - Stainless Steel

Lug Width: 20mm

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date

Bracelet size: 7.25”

Case has wear but nothing notable such as a gash or deep mark. Bracelet has light micro wear with nothing notable. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.

Rolex was founded in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf and Alfred Davis in London, before moving to Geneva in 1919 to be closer to the heart of Swiss watchmaking. From the start, Wilsdorf envisioned a wristwatch that was not only elegant, but also precise and reliable—an ambitious goal at a time when pocket watches dominated. Rolex went on to pioneer key innovations in horology, including the first officially certified chronometer wristwatch, the Oyster case (the world’s first waterproof wristwatch), and the Perpetual rotor—the self-winding mechanism that became the standard for modern automatic watches. These technical breakthroughs laid the foundation for Rolex’s enduring reputation for rugged luxury and mechanical excellence.

Today, Rolex is arguably the most recognized name in watches, with models like the Submariner, Daytona, Datejust, and GMT-Master becoming cultural icons in their own right. Whether tied to deep-sea exploration, motorsport, aviation, or mountain summits, each model reflects the brand’s commitment to performance and precision under extreme conditions. The brand’s status is bolstered by its unmatched consistency in design, rigorous in-house testing, and long-standing associations with exploration, sport, and achievement. For collectors and enthusiasts, Rolex represents more than a timepiece—it’s a benchmark of mechanical reliability, timeless design, and global prestige.