RolexSubmariner

KEY FACTS

• The ‘COMEX’ Submariner is among the rarest and most sought-after versions of Rolex’s iconic diver
• This particular example, a ref. 16800 from 1984 has an interesting provenance
• It’s being offered by the original owner based in Scotland UK, who was gifted it by Compagnie Maritime d’Expertisesin (COMEX) in 1984 for 10 years of service to the company 
• On the case back, the name and 10-year anniversary date is engraved 
• The watch features all of the Submariner’s robust diving credentials including a 300m waterproof Oyster case (not currently tested to maximum capacity), a screw-down trip-lock crown and a unidirectional rotating bezel with 60-minute graduation 
• Rolex’s association with COMEX dates back to 1970 with both brands sharing a common pursuit of progressing underwater exploration
• Watches were supplied at zero cost in return for insight and analysis of their performance underwater
• Produced in limited numbers, they were used rigorously in extreme conditions with many being damaged or ruined over the years, making the total number in existence even smaller
• These highly sought-after watches are signified by the COMEX logo on the dial, a subtle detail that reflects a time when the now guarded and highly secretive Rolex brand opened its doors to collaboration
• This example is presented with the owner’s professional diver’s log book and diving supervisor’s log book 
• Reported to be in good working order by the vendor and graded ‘A’ for condition 
• Powered by the chronometer-certified calibre 3035
• Self-winding with a 48-hour power reserve 
• This lot offers collectors a unique opportunity to acquire a rare and sought-after Rolex Submariner from its original owner 
• This watch is being managed by Watch Collecting for the duration of the auction and is being held in a secure third-party facility. Watch Collecting will release the watch to the successful bidder after the vendor confirms they have received payment

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