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Hello!
This is Kaneko from Commit Ginza!
This will be the last event of the year, and as is customary every year,
I'd like to introduce the 10 most memorable Rolex models that I recommended on my blog in 2025!
This year, I was once again in a difficult position, but I have chosen it after careful selection.
Please enjoy!
Let's take a look right away!!
No.1.
"Green Submariner" "16610LV" MK1/Lime Bezel Y9
Rolex Submariner Date MK1
Ref.16610LV Serial.Y9 (manufactured around 2003)
Cal.3135 Hard Bracelet 93250 Clasp Code AD4
Accessories: Box, warranty card (domestic genuine / stamped September 2003)
Yes! First up is the Kermit the Green Submariner.
Ref.16610LV/MK1.
The main models that feature Y9 and F are FLAT4 and BIG SWISS.
This specimen is attractive with a beautiful lime insert.
The lime-colored inserts don't seem particularly rare,
It's rare to come across such a powerful, authentic lime insert.
Here is a three-shot of a lime-colored specimen!
From the left are Y9, M, and the Y9 specimen we are introducing.
The striking lime insert on this particular specimen really stands out!
There were some scratches from use overall, but that actually made it a rugged and cool piece.
It comes with all the accessories you need, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a lime insert Kermit!!
No.2.
"Boys Explorer" "5500" Underline/Double T <25 64
Rolex Boys Explorer Underline/Double T <25
Ref. 5500 Serial. 10 (manufactured around 1964)
Cal.1530 FF57/6635 Clasp code 64.4 Back cover 64.1
Accessories: Main unit only
The second is a rare Explorer/Ref. 5500 that is said to have been sold to the UK for a certain period of time.
This is a very popular model with an attractive 34mm size, and we carry several of them at Commit!
This model is interesting because it has a wide variety of mirror dials.
Among them, this specimen was an extremely rare and luxurious specimen with two rare features: an " underline" and a "double T<25".
The important point is that the mirror dial is in top condition.
The index luminous material is also in excellent condition with no missing parts!
We received multiple inquiries and it is a memorable item that sold out on the same day.
No. 3.
Datejust "Ref. 1601" Glossy Tropical Mirror 1966
Rolex Datejust Tropical Mirror
Ref.1601 Serial.13 (manufactured around 1966)
Accessories: Main unit only
Cal.1570 FF55/6251H Clasp cord 69.1mm Back cover 66.1mm
The third watch is the classic vintage Datejust/Ref. 1601, which features an attractive dial with a one-step lowered outer circumference and a winding jubilee.
You can still find a 4-digit Datejust with a mirror dial if you look hard enough,
It's rare to come across a mirror dial this beautiful.
The most attractive feature of this watch is the brown tropical mirror dial.
The color and gradation were amazing.
The dial still has a glossy finish, and the luminous material is in perfect condition.
It had an exquisite, shiny mirror dial.
No. 4.
Explorer Ref. 1016 Circle Mirror x Underline 63
Rolex Explorer Circle Mirror x Underline
Reference 1016 Serial 90 (manufactured around 1963)
Cal.1560 FF58/7206 69.1 Back cover 63.1
Accessories: Main unit only
The fourth is the extremely popular Explorer/Ref. 1016 with a circle mirror dial.
This year, we received so many inquiries that it would not be an exaggeration to say that the popularity of 1016 has risen to another level.
This super cool, simple and sophisticated design is the reason for its popularity!
In particular, it seems that mirror dials are becoming less common in general.
It is rare for our store to stock circle mirrors in particularly good condition.
This particular watch has a tropical dial with a slight brown tint at the 3 o'clock position.
This was a rare model with an underline under the chronometer notation .
The dial is brilliant and the luminous condition is excellent.
The gold needles were a really cool piece.
This particular car has safely departed for its Explorer-loving customer!
No. 2086 ~ Rare! Circle mirror x underline! Explorer 1016 1963 All Tritium!
No. 5.
"Red Submariner" "Ref.1680" MK3/Tropical Dial 69-70
Rolex Red Submariner MK3
Reference 1680 Serial 22 (manufactured around 1969-70)
Cal.1570 Winding bracelet 9315/FF380 Clasp S P11 Back cover 69.3
Accessories: Main unit only
The fifth one is a vintage red Submariner with an MK3 dial.
The 200m markings, commonly known as "meter firsts," are classified as MK1 to MK3 and were manufactured for only about a year.
This is a model that is very rare among red subs, and the market price is high.
Among them, the tropical dial found on the MK2 and MK3 dials is an extremely rare and extremely cool model.
This particular watch has a rare dial with strong tropical aging that is hard to come by.
The natural gradation from 4 to 6 o'clock was a unique change that looked incredibly cool.
The dial, luminous material, and case are in very good condition.
The ghost insert and brown dial are a perfect match, giving it a vintage feel.
No. 6.
"Daytona" "Ref.16520" Darth Vader S5
Rolex Daytona Patrizzi All Tritium
Ref.16520 Serial.S5 (manufactured around 1993)
Cal.4030 78390/FF503B Clasp Code T1
Accessories: Warranty card (USA: July 1994 stamp)
The sixth watch is the El Primero-equipped Daytona "Ref. 16520".
This is a Patrizio with brown subdials!
As you can see, watches with such a deep discoloration that is almost black are extremely rare, and are known as "Darth Vader" at overseas auctions.
Wow, it's very strong.
The glossy dark brown with a reddish tint is super cool,
I remember that the color was a perfect match for me.
The condition of the black dial is excellent.
The crisp bezel and case that maintains the original shape make this a first-class Patrizi dial that looks absolutely stunning !
I would love to wear such a powerful Patrizio someday!!
I remember feeling this strongly.
Darth Vader descends! Introducing a high-quality Daytona 16520 S5 all-tritium watch!
No.7.
"Day Date" "Ref.18038" Bloodstone 85 years
Rolex Day-Date Bloodstone Tritium
Ref. 18038 Serial. 91 (manufactured around 1985)
Cal.3055 8385/FF55 Clasp Code K4
Accessories: Main unit only
The seventh one is the Day Date/Ref. 18038 Bloodstone.
Jasper is a type of stone, and the red, tiny crystals that can be seen on the forest green dial create spots and patterns that resemble blood.
It was named Bloodstone.
Currently, the Day-Date stone dial is becoming increasingly rare.
Popular dials such as onyx and lapis lazuli continue to disappear from the market.
Bloodstone is even rarer,
This is an extremely rare dial that can only be found at overseas auctions.
I just can't get enough of this mysterious dial.
It has a very beautiful dial, and when light hits it the green fades, revealing another beautiful color.
The dial condition is excellent,
The case and bracelet are in excellent condition.
This is a rare and memorable Day-Date that sold out on the same day!
No.8.
Daytona "Ref. 6263" Silver Tropical 75 Years
Rolex Daytona Silver Tropical All Tritium
Reference 6263 Serial 40 (manufactured around 1975)
Cal.727 FF357/ 7835 Clasp 72,2
Accessories: Box, warranty card (domestic official September 1976 stamp)
The eighth watch is the extremely popular hand-wound Daytona/Ref. 6263.
We have handled many hand-wound Daytonas this year as well,
I have selected one that I remember most fondly.
The dial is the final Sigma dial without the Daytona notation, and the sub-dials have turned a striking brown.
Compared to the silver Big Red (right),
Can you see the intensity of the brown color of this specimen?
It is rare to come across a hand-wound Daytona that changes color to brown so dramatically as this one.
As you can see, the accessories were also excellent, and best of all, it was a collector's item that came with a genuine domestic guarantee.
All the subdials have turned a beautiful brown.
It was a really cool piece.
No.9.
"Military Submariner" "Ref. 5513" 1975
Rolex Military Submariner All Tritium
Ref. 5513 Serial. 39 series (manufactured around 1975)
Cal.1520
Accessories: UK/Rolex letter
The ninth piece is a rare military Submariner .
This is a rare military-spec Submariner, commonly known as the "MiliSub," which was officially adopted by the British Navy and Army from around 1971 to around 1979!
This is an extremely rare model that can only be found at overseas auctions or limited vintage shops .
Special inserts with minute increments all around, sword-shaped hour hand, thick minute hand, arrow-shaped second hand,
This is a really cool model with the distinctive T mark on the dial!
The MilSub, which was actually issued to the British Navy, exudes an aura that is in a class of its own even among vintage Submariners!
The dial and case are in excellent condition.
It was a wonderful item!
I am grateful to have been able to handle such a rare specimen!!
No.10.
"Daytona" "Ref.6264" Paul Newman 70 years
Rolex Daytona Paul Newman Dial
Ref. 6264 Serial. 23 series (manufactured around 1970)
Cal.727 7835/FF271 Clasp Code 70.3
Accessories: Main unit only
Well then!! The last 10th watch is a manual-wound Daytona/Ref. 6264 Paul Newman!
The model number is "Ref.6264" and it was manufactured around 1970.
The Paul Newman is a rare watch that features an exotic dial.
The dial is available in white and black, but this is a Paul Newman with white lettering!
The dial of this particular example is in very good condition, and the luminous material is all tritium from that time.
The indexes and luminous material were in perfect condition, making this a truly wonderful piece.
Furthermore, the case and bracelet are in good condition.
It's amazing that such a rare model has been able to maintain such good condition!
It was a rare specimen that made me think that!
This incredible model exudes a divine aura.
It was so cool!!
Thanks to you, we were able to handle several Paul Newmans this year as well.
This model was a special Paul, whom I still remember vividly.
If you are considering selling a Paul Newman, please feel free to contact us!
We also welcome inquiries from customers who are considering purchasing a Paul Newman!
No. 11.
"Daytona" "Ref.16520" Patrizio T-series
Rolex Daytona Black Patrizi All Tritium
Reference 16520 Serial T3 (manufactured around 1995)
Cal.4030 78390/FF503B Clasp Code V6
Accessories: Box, warranty card (400: Hong Kong / November 1996 stamp)
Sorry!! I said I was going to introduce 10 books, but
I really wanted to include this model, so please let me change it to 11 this year too (lol).
The actual last 11th watch is the El Primero-equipped Daytona/16520 T model.
Since we selected the same model Darth Vader for No. 6,
I was very torn, but it was a model that made a strong impression on me, so I decided to go with it.
We will introduce it here!
The best feature of this Patrizio is the beautiful gradation aged dial!!
What do you think?
It looks so cool! It's cooked just right!
This is a wonderful Patrizio watch with a beautifully changing sub-dial that can be described as an artistic gradation!
The dial is in perfect condition with a perfect score of 100.
Such a beautiful Patrizio is definitely rare!!
It has a great look!! I can't get enough of this retro atmosphere!!
Furthermore, the bezel, case, and bracelet appear to be non-polished and are in excellent condition, with the reflector seal still in good condition on the back cover!
I have been handling Patrizzi for a long time,
There really aren't many excellent specimens of this exquisite Patrizi with such a rich and artistic gradation of color.
It came with all the accessories and was truly a collector's item!
No. 2159 ~ Artistic Gradient Dial! Daytona Patrizzi! 16520 T3 All Tritium Excellent Example!
summary
What did you think?
2025 will also be packed with exciting content, with just as many incredible models and rare specimens as 2024.
To be honest, there are still many models I wanted to introduce, and after much deliberation,
This time I chose this model.
Finally, we are pleased to be able to handle such a masterpiece.
Once again, I would like to thank everyone.
If you have a rare model and are considering selling it,
Please feel free to contact us.
I will rate it as best as I can!
lastly
Thank you all so much for your support this year!
Thank you very much for your always kind words.
We hope to continue to introduce you to the finest products that you will love in 2026.
I would like to become even more powerful.
Everyone, please check out our blog!
We will be open for business from Friday, January 3rd, 2026!
(Business hours: 11:00-21:00)
Well then, everyone,
Have a happy new year!!
Commit Ginza Executive Advisor Tsuyoshi Kaneko
