{"product_id":"rolex-submariner-6205-small-crown-first-submariner-w3332","title":"Rolex Submariner 6205 Small Crown \"First Submariner\"","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eThe 1950s proved to be a defining era for Rolex, highlighted by the introduction of some of its most legendary models: the Submariner, GMT-Master, Day-Date, and Explorer lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\" data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eAs scuba diving gained traction among adventurers and professionals alike, Rolex recognized the growing demand for a dependable dive watch to help monitor time spent underwater and reduce the risk of decompression sickness, also known as “the bends.” There was also a need for a reliable timing device to track the remaining “breathing time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eThis vision culminated in the creation of the Submariner—a timepiece that would come to represent not only technical excellence and rugged reliability but also timeless design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eThe Rolex Submariner reference 6205 was introduced in 1954 as one of the earliest Submariner models, alongside references 6204 and 6200. The 6205 was produced for only about a year, making it a rare and highly sought-after collector's item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eAs Rolex themselves put it in the book \u003cem data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"em\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\"\u003eOyster Perpetual Submariner: The Watch That Unlocked the Deep\u003c\/em\u003e, just 810 examples were produced. To put that in perspective: approximately 2,800 reference 6538 \"Big Crown\" Submariners were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eA signficant innovation of the 6205 was the introduction of the \"Submariner\" name on the dial, a feature that has remained on all subsequent Submariner models, so maybe we can conclude this is the “real “first Submariner!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eThe “ no depth rating “ dial is still in nice condition, with the original pencil and “lollipop” seconds hands present. Although the hands have been re-lumed in the pas they still look charming. The 37.5 mm “small crown “ case stays in nice condition .The so-called “no-hash” bezel insert remains on the watch in unmolested condition, though we believe the bezel itself is a later replacement and has been paired with one of our leather straps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eThis super early “Neanderthaler” Sub has been fully serviced by our watchmaker and is ready to join a Submariner-themed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eWe've enjoyed this watch for some time, and it has truly grown on us. Get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\u003cem data-prosemirror-mark-name=\"em\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"mark\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"bulletList\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\" class=\"ak-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eRolex Reference 6205 Submariner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e37.5 mm steel case “small crown - no crown-guards”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e“No -hash“ bezel insert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eSerial 988xxx dating to 1955\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eSwiss only dial , “Submariner“ no depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003ePencil hands , with “lollipop“ second hand - relumed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eComing on the photographed Bulang and sons strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eFully serviced by our watchmaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eOne-year mechanical warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"listItem\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-prosemirror-node-block=\"true\" data-prosemirror-node-name=\"paragraph\" data-prosemirror-content-type=\"node\"\u003eFree worldwide Fedex Priority shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53203804782922,"sku":"w-3332","price":44900.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/2329\/9889\/files\/W-3332RolexSubmarinerFirstSubmarinerref6205_269_1x1_356a589a-95e4-435b-9a9d-0deb67411354.jpg?v=1762183333","url":"https:\/\/bulangandsons.org\/products\/rolex-submariner-6205-small-crown-first-submariner-w3332","provider":"bulangandsons-backend","version":"1.0","type":"link"}