{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-date-18k-yellow-gold-as03277","title":"Rolex Submariner Date 18k Yellow Gold","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reference 16618 we have here dates to approximately 1991, and is considered a 'transitional' model in Submariner lineage; featuring desirable Tritium luminous indices and hands, which have and will continue to develop rich patination over time, while also housing a hi-beat movement, quickset date function and sapphire crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany collectors consider this generation to be the ultimate blend of vintage looks and modern wearability, mirroring the transitional period of their steel siblings (Ref. 1680\/16800) before the introduction of Super Luminova, which provides better luminescence and functionality, but does not age or develop character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example is one the cleanest we have ever come across, featuring an incredibly strong case with thick lugs, an incredible blue sunburst dial that has developed a royal purple coloration, and handset with original Tritium luminous material.  Aside from some light patination from aging on the indices and handset, this watch looks very much the way it did when it left the factory - which is, to say, absolutely brilliant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaybe you think a solid gold Rolex Sub isn't for you. Maybe you think they 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 you'd be missing the point.\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":29081221136471,"sku":null,"price":27500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/Rolex_SUBMARINER_DATE_18K_AS03277_5.jpg?v=1560541032","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/rolex-submariner-date-18k-yellow-gold-as03277","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}