FS: 1984 Rolex 16800 Matte Dial Submariner Date w/Box, Books, Service Paper

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For Sale:
Rolex 16800 Submariner Date. Considered a transitional model because it pairs the classic vintage look of a factory matte dial with a modern sapphire crystal and case design. Serial number 8.3 million is circa 1984. This is a watch which I have owned for a few years in my personal collection and I probably wore it about once per month on average. The original dial has mostly faded to a pleasing charcoal hue, but there are a couple darker/blacker spots toward the bottom that are visible in bright sunlight. The hands are also original and match the dial lume perfectly, but the bezel insert is a modern service replacement.

Condition:
Condition is 91-92% “excellent” according to the TimeZone guidelines with only very subtle signs of wear except for a scratch on the insert and a ding on the 1 o’clock lug. Bracelet is the original 93150 with clasp code “I4” and 593 end pieces. There are 12 links total (11 installed and extra) which will fit a huge wrist. This watch was serviced in May 2014 by Rik Deitel at Timecare Inc, who is one of the tech experts on this forum. One quirk that I did want to mention is that sometimes when the date clicks over, the date numerals are not perfectly centered in the date window - they are skewed a little toward the top of the date window - which I have been told is a common idiosyncrasy of the 3035 movement.

Accessories:
Includes inner box, outer box, document holder, 3 booklets (all booklets are dated 1984), anchor, extra link, and service receipt.

Price & Terms:
$7000 includes domestic overnight shipping with insurance. Bank wire preferred but paypal may be considered if buyer is well established in the watch community and agrees to pay the 3% fee. No offers to trade, please.

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No returns unless watch is significantly not as described so please view pics very carefully and take the time to read the description. Private message or email nkflyer@earthlink.net is the best way to contact me. Thanks!

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Here are a couple natural/sunlight photos which some have requested.

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HUGE price drop!

$6400 with everything as shown

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$6000 for the watch and service paper only.