{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-date-18k-as04288","title":"Rolex Submariner Date 18k","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing a solid gold Rolex is a bold statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften a sign of personal achievement, choosing a gold timepiece adorned with a coronet is a tough decision, as they can say a lot about the wearer - and sometimes that messaging doesn't come across as intended...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTherefore, choosing the right gold Rolex timepiece can be a tough choice; do you go with an understated monotone Day-Date for the touch of sophistication without shouting? Do you select a louder statement piece, perhaps one with a textured case finish? Do you opt for a larger sports model with all the trimmings of \"Don't give a damn!\"? Do you lean towards the \u003cem\u003etruly\u003c\/em\u003e unique with elements of patina that express your own unique blend of irreverence and passion for the more artistic expressions of timekeeping?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those of you in the last category, we are pleased to offer this Reference 16808 Submariner, fitted with a blue sunburst 'nipple' dial - with a truly magnificent patina that is positively mesmerizing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating from 1980, this beautiful solid 18k yellow gold Sub is a transitional model of sorts; housing a hi-beat movement with quickset date function and sapphire crystal, alongside traditional Tritium luminous hands and indices. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany consider this generation to be the \u003cem\u003eultimate\u003c\/em\u003e blend of vintage looks and modern wearability. Paired with a blue bezel insert and blue suede strap, this is a take no-prisoners timepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut that patina!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese early transitional blued-dialed Submariners often exhibit peeling and fading, but this example is truly next-level. With an almost mother of pearl effect showing hues of gold, green, and pink, this is without question one of the most visually engaging patinas we've ever encountered - and on a minty 18k Submariner no less!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaybe you think gold Rolex sports watches are gaudy, gauche, or a slap in the face of sporting tradition. Perhaps you feel that for the money, you could buy a nice steel model and a nice dinner out...in Paris.  And that would be entirely understandable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut when it comes to a truly special and unique watch like this one - you'd be missing the point entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew watches make a statement like a solid gold\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esports\u003c\/em\u003e Rolex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis contradictory blend of technical design and functionality with a precious metal casing material is a polarizing one, and depending on how its worn (and indeed, by whom), can send \u003cem\u003every\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edifferent signals - and we'll just leave it at that. Of course, if you want to avoid any possible negative stereotyping, going with a vintage model will certainly alleviate the concern!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rolex Submariner is without question the brand's most iconic model, and is a perennial favorite among collectors, enthusiasts, fashionistas, and yes - actual divers. And while you aren't likely to see a Submariner clad in a yellow gold case gracing the outside of a dry suit, it's hard to argue that models such as this 16808 aren't every bit as awesome as their steel siblings - or perhaps even more so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasing a Submariner in 18K gold is almost a tacit acknowledgement that very few of Rolexes sporting models ever get used as originally intended - and that in its own right is a pleasing sentiment. It says that Rolex knows who they are, who their customers are, know they are above any possible reproach - and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003edamn the torpedoes, we're making this beastie in solid gold!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39339426414679,"sku":"40920306","price":36900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04288_40920306_ROLEX_SUBMARINER18KGOLD_16808-6.jpg?v=1624981619","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/rolex-submariner-date-18k-as04288","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}