1979 Rolex Submariner Date 1680 - Stainless Steel Black Dial 18k Gold but it added complexity and

but it added complexity and cost

Square case

Launched in 1979

and the decision to use a contrasting black date wheel against the silvered background is a subtle but impactful choice

Here's a vintage Omega Seamaster automatic silver dial daydate from the 70s

1979 Rolex Submariner Date 1680 - Stainless Steel Black Dial 18k Gold but it added complexity andThe Last Of The Matte Dial Subs The Reference 1680 is a foundational watch, marking the first time Rolex added a date complication to its legendary Submariner line. This 1979 example comes from the very end of the model's production run, representing the final evolution of the matte dial diver before the switch to glossy dials with applied markers. It is a watch that perfectly captures the charm of late 70s tool watches, retaining the warmth of an