Rolex Submariner Date Ref. 116610LV (Nickname: "Hulk")
Dive Watch · Rolex SA (Independent); Haute Luxe Tier. Recognized as the world's most powerful luxury watch brand.
Period: Modern Luxury (2010–2020). Known for the 'Super Case' design language characterized by stockier lugs and a ceramic bezel.
Type
Dive Watch
Brand
Rolex SA (Independent); Haute Luxe Tier. Recognized as the world's most powerful luxury watch brand.
Movement
Automatic, Rolex Calibre 3135. Features a Parachrom hairspring, 31 jewels, 28,800 vph, and approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
Dimensions
40mm Case Diameter, 13mm Thickness, 48mm Lug-to-Lug, 20mm Lug Width. It wears larger than 40mm due to the thick 'Super Case' lugs.
Description
The 'Hulk' is one of the most polarizing and sought-after modern Rolexes. Replacing the 50th-anniversary 'Kermit,' it introduced a matching green dial to the green bezel, creating a monochromatic yet vibrant aesthetic that redefined the Submariner's identity from a tool to a bold luxury statement piece.
Key Features
Maxi Dial with oversized indices; green sunburst dial; green Cerachrom bezel; beefy 'Super Case' lugs; Glidelock clasp.
Dial Description
Sunburst green 'Gold Green' dial that shifts from bright emerald to almost black depending on light. Features applied 18k white gold indices filled with Chromalight lume and matching Mercedes hands.
Case Material
904L Stainless Steel (Oystersteel); features a combination of satin-brushed surfaces and mirror-polished case flanks.
Crystal Type
Flat Scratch-Resistant Sapphire with a 2.5x magnification Cyclops lens over the date window; anti-reflective coating on the Cyclops.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional 60-minute graduated rotating bezel with a green Cerachrom (ceramic) insert and platinum-coated numerals/graduations.
Crown & Pushers
Triplock triple-waterproofness system. Large screw-down crown with the Rolex crown logo and three dots below it; protected by integrated crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Three-piece solid-link Oyster bracelet in 904L steel with an Oysterlock safety clasp and the Glidelock extension system (2mm increments up to 20mm).
Caseback Details
Solid, screw-down fluted caseback in 904L steel. Typical of Rolex, it is devoid of engravings except for internal hallmarks.
Movement Type
Automatic, Rolex Calibre 3135. Features a Parachrom hairspring, 31 jewels, 28,800 vph, and approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
Water Resistance
300 Meters (1,000 feet). Professional grade resistance suitable for scuba diving and saturation diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Manufactured in-house in Geneva and Bienne, Switzerland.
Age Estimate
Produced between 2010 and 2020. The Chromalight lume (blue glow) and solid ceramic bezel date this to this specific decade.
Cultural Significance
Represented the peak of 'Hype Watch' culture in the 2010s. It proved that Rolex collectors were willing to embrace non-traditional, vibrant colors on professional tool watches.
Condition Notes
Based on the image, the watch appears in Good to Very Good condition. The bezel and crystal seem clear, though the crown appears partially unscrewed (a storage risk). Minimal signs of stretch on the bracelet.
Value Estimate
Secondary market value ranges from $18,000 to $23,000 depending on condition and presence of original 'Box and Papers'. Currently trending stable after 2022 market correction.
Care & Maintenance
Service every 10 years; ensure crown is fully screwed down before water exposure; clean bracelet with mild soap and water; avoid high magnetic fields.
Similar Watches
Rolex 126610LV (Starbucks/Cermit) with a black dial and slimmer lugs; Omega Seamaster 300M 'Seaweed' Green; Tudor Black Bay Harrods Edition.
Interesting Facts
The 116610LV was the first Submariner to feature a dial color other than black or blue. Its market value skyrocketed immediately following its discontinuation in 2020.