Custom engraved Rolex Submariner Date

 

Custom engraved Rolex Submariner Date

Base Watch

The dial reads:

  • Rolex

  • Oyster Perpetual Date

  • Submariner

  • 1000ft = 300m

  • Date at 3 o’clock with Cyclops

  • Mercedes hands

  • Ceramic-style bezel

  • Maxi dial markers

That layout matches a Rolex Submariner Date, likely modeled after reference 116610LN (40mm) or the newer 126610LN (41mm).

Important Detail

The bracelet and bezel are heavily engraved with:

  • Skull motifs

  • Ornamental scrollwork

  • Custom blackened engraving

Rolex does not produce factory skull-engraved Submariners.

This means one of the following:

  1. Aftermarket customization (most likely)

    • A genuine Rolex that has been custom-engraved

    • This voids Rolex warranty

    • Significantly affects collector value

  2. Custom build using an aftermarket case/bracelet

    • Could be a modified watch built around Rolex-style components

  3. Replica / homage watch

    • Some replicas are sold with decorative engraving

Value Considerations

If genuine Rolex 116610/126610 before engraving:

  • ~$9,000–$14,000 USD (unmodified market)

With heavy aftermarket engraving:

  • Often worth less to collectors

  • Value becomes subjective

  • Could sell $6,000–$10,000 depending on authenticity

If replica:

  • Value is minimal ($200–$500 typically)

How to Determine Authenticity

Check:

  • Serial number between lugs (older models) or rehaut engraving (inner bezel)

  • Movement (must be Rolex caliber 3135 or 3235 depending on reference)

  • Laser-etched crown at 6 o’clock on crystal

  • Weight (should feel very solid, ~155g+)


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