Rolex
Submariner Date
116610LN
The definitive 40 mm Oystersteel diver with a black ceramic bezel.
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Overview
The Rolex Submariner Date reference 116610LN represents the mature expression of the classic 40 mm Submariner formula. Introduced in 2010, it distinguished itself from its predecessor by adopting a Cerachrom ceramic bezel insert in black, offering superior resistance to scratching and UV fading. Powering the watch is the in-house Calibre 3135, a self-winding movement long regarded as a benchmark in mechanical watchmaking.
History
The 116610LN succeeded the reference 16610 and remained in production for approximately a decade before being replaced by the 41 mm reference 126610LN in 2020. Its ten-year run coincided with a period of intense global interest in the Submariner, cementing its status as one of the most recognised sports watches of the modern era. Collectors often regard it as the last of the 40 mm Submariner Date references, lending it a particular significance in the lineage of the model.
Notable points
- Cerachrom black ceramic bezel insert resists scratching and UV discolouration far better than the aluminium inserts used on earlier references.
- Calibre 3135 features a Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers, providing robust antimagnetic and shock resistance.
- The Oyster case in Oystersteel — Rolex's proprietary 904L stainless steel alloy — offers exceptional corrosion resistance.
- Water resistance is rated to 300 metres, consistent with the Submariner's professional diving heritage.
- Produced from 2010 to 2020, the 116610LN marks the end of the long-running 40 mm chapter of the Submariner Date.
