This is an especially nice example of the acrylic-glass Date Submariner model 1680/0 with 1575 calibre movement. It came from a former helicopter pilot and retains its original boxes and numbered papers. Full sets like this are always priced at a premium in the vintage market, but we think a great watch should never be turned down simply because a previous owner did not keep his box or documents for 40 years as, fortunately, this gentleman did.

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