Old Vs New Submariner Rolex. The new oyster perpetual submariner replaces the submariner date that was introduced in 2010 at baselworld. Rolex presents the new generation of its oyster perpetual submariner and oyster perpetual submariner date watches that exemplify the historic links between rolex and the world of diving.
On my right is the 2004 and on my left is the 2016. Both timepieces now feature a redesigned slightly larger 41 mm case whose profile is highlighted by the light reflections from the case sides and lugs and are fitted on a remodelled bracelet. 124060 with larger case and updated movement.
When comparing the old with the new we find a series of strong and clear improvements with the newer model.
The extra 1mm in diameter is almost imperceptible and the overall design has a bit more elegance. I can t change the size of this. Rolex now offers a 40mm yacht master this new 41mm submariner a 42mm yacht master a 43mm sea dweller and a 44mm deepsea as well as one outlier a 37mm yacht master in precious metals. Ingenito november 21 2013 watch comparisons 53 comments the 16610 model of submariner date was discontinued in favor of the 116610 model submariner date which is often referred to by its most notable feature as the ceramic bezel submariner.