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Buying a Pre-Owned Rolex Submariner in Dubai
The Rolex Submariner was introduced in 1953 as a professional diver's watch and set the standard for the category. Its rotating bezel, luminous dial and Oyster case, today water-resistant to 300 metres, made it a tool for divers – and later one of the most recognisable luxury watches in the world.
Today the Submariner is available with and without a date, in steel, two-tone Rolesor and gold. At Ilan Watches in the Dubai Gold District, every watch is inspected by our specialists before it is offered, and you are welcome to view it in our showroom before you decide.
Our 5 watches in stock currently range from AED 13,342 to AED 36,759. All prices include a full inspection by our specialists.
The Rolex Submariner: Why It Was Created and What It Does
When scuba diving became popular in the early 1950s, divers needed a reliable way to know how long they had been underwater – their air supply depended on it. Rolex answered in 1953 with the Submariner, one of the first wristwatches built for diving.
Before a dive, the diver turns the bezel so that the triangle at zero lines up with the minute hand. During the dive, the minute hand then shows the elapsed time directly on the bezel. The bezel turns only anticlockwise: if it is knocked by accident, it can only show a longer dive time, never a shorter one – the safe direction.
Key Features
- Water resistance. 300 metres, with the Triplock screw-down crown.
- Movement. Calibre 3230 (no date) or 3235 (date) with about 70 hours of power reserve in the current models.
- Bezel. Unidirectional rotating bezel with a scratch-resistant Cerachrom ceramic insert.
- Luminescence. Chromalight hands and markers that glow blue in the dark.
- Bracelet. Glidelock extension to adjust the bracelet by up to about 20 mm without tools – even over a wetsuit.
Rolex Submariner References at a Glance
- 124060
- Steel, no date, 41 mm, calibre 3230. The purist's Submariner, introduced in 2020.
- 126610LN
- Steel with date, black dial and black ceramic bezel, 41 mm, calibre 3235.
- 126610LV
- Steel with date, black dial and green ceramic bezel, nicknamed “Starbucks”.
- 116610LN
- The previous 40 mm generation with date and calibre 3135, produced from 2010 to 2020.
- 116610LV
- Green dial and green bezel, nicknamed “Hulk” – a modern classic produced from 2010 to 2020.
- 126613LB
- Two-tone steel and yellow gold with a blue dial and blue ceramic bezel.
What to Check When Buying a Used Submariner
- Box, papers and warranty date. A full set with the warranty card adds value and shows the purchase date.
- Case and bracelet condition. Look for sharp case edges and a tight bracelet. Heavy polishing reduces value.
- Bezel and insert. The unidirectional bezel should click firmly; ceramic inserts are scratch-resistant but can chip if dropped.
- Service history. Service papers from Rolex or a recognised watchmaker give extra confidence.
Submariner or GMT-Master II? Read our side-by-side comparison →
Rolex Submariner: Frequently Asked Questions
Should I choose a Submariner with or without date?
The no-date 124060 has the cleaner, original look, while the date models add everyday practicality with the Cyclops lens. Both are highly sought after – it is mainly a question of taste.
Can I view the Submariner before buying?
Yes. You are welcome to visit our showroom at Hind Plaza in the Dubai Gold District, view and try on the watch, and discuss it with our specialists over a coffee.
Do you deliver outside Dubai?
Yes. Delivery is free: within the UAE in 1–2 business days and internationally in 3–5 business days. Import duties in the destination country are paid by the customer.
Can I sell or trade in my Submariner?
Yes. We buy Submariner watches and gladly take them in part exchange. You usually receive an offer within 60 minutes. Sell your Rolex →
