A Time Capsule from Another Life. You are not buying a watch but a piece of rolex history.

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In the early 2000s, at the height of Rolex’s 50th Anniversary Submariner release, a single piece made its journey from the United States to France.

Not to a shop window.
Not to a collector’s wrist.

But into the hands of a retired police officer in Lyon, France.

There it remained, locked away in a safe, untouched by time. Preserved. Protected. Forgotten, almost.

Years passed.

Then came the journey.

A collector travelled across France, not for a transaction but for an experience. He sat with the retired police officer, shared stories, built trust. They drank fine French wine, spoke of life, of service, of time itself. And only then… the safe was opened.

Inside: a watch that had never lived its life.

Until Now

This is a New Old Stock Rolex Submariner 16610LV, a true collector’s piece.

Early Mark 1 “Flat 4” bezel (B1)
Highly sought-after F50xxxx serial (within the prized Y-F539999 collector range)

Full USA FS1 Super Set – a configuration rarer than European or Asian sets

And not just “full set”…
complete to a level rarely seen in the market:

Year: 2004
Double swing tags
Double factory caseback stickers
Original lug protective film
Anchor
USA-only coffin box
USA-only Rolex cleaning cloth
Manuals, calendar, booklets
Inner & outer boxes

Everything. Exactly as it left Rolex.

Unworn. Untouched. Unrepeatable.

Why This Matters

This isn’t just a Submariner.

This is the 50th Anniversary “Kermit”, a turning point in Rolex history. The first green Submariner. The watch that bridged vintage charm and modern collectability.

And examples like this?

They don’t come back once they disappear into collections forever.

The Opportunity

Now, for the first time since it was locked away in Lyon and Sydney… it is available.

Condition: New Old Stock (time capsule)
Case: Stainless Steel
Bracelet: Stainless Steel
Crystal: Sapphire
Size: 40mm
Location: Sydney, Australia
Shipping: $125 insured / personal concierge service maybe available

Final Word

Most watches tell time.

Some tell stories.

This one has been waiting its entire life to tell its first.

Own the watch that never had its moment, until now. Buy a piece of lasting history.

Why buy from me?

I don’t just sell watches. I’m a genuine enthusiast and collector. As a registered dealer, I care about building long-term relationships, not just transactions. Whether it’s your first, second, or thirtieth watch, I’m here to help you make the right call and ensure you’re completely happy.

Shipping available worldwide (buyer pays unless negotiated)
No trades on this piece
No storefront — no try-ons, but happy to answer any questions or provide more details
Authenticity guaranteed

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