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Rolex Submariner 16800 'Pumpkin Dial' 40mm 1985 This 1984 Rolex Submariner 16800 exhibits a beautifully consistent pumpkin patina on its dial and hands, which remain in excellent condition. The case is exceptionally sharp & unpolished, reflecting very light signs of wear for a watch from this period, while the stainless steel bracelet shows light stretch. The combination of a patinated dial with a well-preserved exterior creates a blend of vintage appeal and refined presentation, making this Submariner a striking choice for enthusiasts and collectors. Tested across four positions on the Witschi WAIO, the Calibre 3035 returns a rate of +1.1 seconds per day, a result that sits well within the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute tolerance of minus four to plus six seconds per day and speaks to the movement's underlying precision despite its four decades in service. Beat error measures at 0.1 milliseconds, a figure that is effectively indistinguishable from perfect symmetry and indicates the pallet fork is operating with full mechanical evenness. Amplitude of 241.5 degrees confirms a mainspring and barrel in sound condition, the movement swinging with the authority expected…