The Rolex Submariner "Kermit" was first released in 2003 as a 50th anniversary piece to celebrate the model line. It was the first Submariner to feature a green bezel, maxi dial/hands and is now highly coveted for its historical significance. Rolex have produced very few anniversary watch models over the years and the 16610LV stands out as our favorite for its unique transitional features.

This Z95X serial example, circa 2007 has remained in incredible unpolished condition. It comes as a full set, meaning that the serialized warranty card, serialized hang tag are included (which are no-replaceable), as well as all booklets and both boxes and a polish cloth. This piece is a true time capsule with an absolutely dead mint insert that has taken a gorgeous limey tone. The unpolished case/bracelet have only the lightest signs of use from occasional wear. If you've been hunting for a truly top and collector grade "Kermit," this example is a great one to wear without the "NOS" cost of entry. 

Dial: Flawless MK4 variant. Bezel insert: Absolutely incredible "new old stock" preservation. Dead mint with no marks under a loupe. Hands: Are matching. Case: Appears completely unpolished with factory finishing still visible. Very light signs of use overall. The only wear to note of are some light tool marks on the backs of the lugs. Correct signed crown. Bracelet: Correct 93250 with 12 links and appears completely unpolished. There is no stretch and it displays very few marks or signs of use. The clasp has so little use it feels stiff to open. Crystal: Clear. Accessories: Both boxes, warranty card, serialized and wax tags, all booklets and both cloth. The movement is running well on our timegrapher and comes with our 1-year mechanical warranty.

Year/era: 2007 Reference: 16610LV Serial: Z95XXXX Dimensions: 40mm wide, 20mm lug width. Movement: Automatic Rolex caliber 3135.