Rolex
Submariner Date
126610LV
The modern Kermit — 41 mm of evolved diving heritage in Oystersteel.
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Overview
The Rolex Submariner Date reference 126610LV is the current-generation expression of the brand's iconic green-bezel diver, introduced in 2020 alongside the broader Submariner family refresh. It pairs a 41 mm Oystersteel Oyster case with a black dial and the distinctive green Cerachrom bezel insert that has defined this variant since its mid-2000s predecessor. Powering the watch is Rolex's in-house Calibre 3235, representing a significant movement upgrade over the prior generation.
History
The green-bezel Submariner lineage stretches back to 2003, when Rolex introduced a commemorative variant to mark the Submariner's fiftieth anniversary — a piece that collectors quickly nicknamed "the Kermit." The 126610LV carries that legacy forward as the direct successor to the reference 116610LV, inheriting the green-and-black colour scheme while adopting the enlarged 41 mm case diameter shared across the 2020 Submariner range. The transition also brought a redesigned Oyster bracelet with a more comfortable taper and an updated Glidelock clasp. Among collectors, the 126610LV is widely regarded as one of the most recognisable and sought-after references in the contemporary Submariner catalogue.
Notable points
- Case diameter increased to 41 mm from the previous generation's 40 mm, subtly modernising the proportions without departing from the classic Submariner silhouette.
- Calibre 3235 features a Chronergy escapement and a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, a marked improvement over the Calibre 3135 found in its predecessor.
- The vivid green Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratch-proof and highly resistant to UV-induced fading, properties that distinguish it from the aluminium bezels of earlier generations.
- The black dial is fitted with Chromalight luminescent hour markers and hands, providing long-duration blue glow in low-light conditions.
- Collectors commonly refer to this reference as the 'Starbucks' — a nickname derived from the green-and-black colour combination echoing the well-known coffeehouse logo — distinguishing it from the original 'Kermit' designation applied to its predecessor.
