In 2020, Rolex Submariner has undergone another major change. Release reference. The 12661x series (No. 124060 without date) finally and legally increased the size of the watch by approximately 1 mm. The new 41mm benchmark also saw the softening of the Super Case, with smoother lines, wider bracelets and higher proportions. This Kermit watch (stainless steel case, green bezel, black dial) is also back, and its model is equipped with a blue bezel and a black dial crafted from 18k white gold. More importantly, the movement has also been updated. California 3135, which has a service life of more than 30 years (the amazing span of the Rolex movement), has been replaced by the next-generation Cal. 3235. This movement contains nearly 90% of new parts, including a proprietary escapement called the Chronergy escapement, which is considered the highest quality mass-produced movement ever. The No-Date model is upgraded from the Cal movement. 3130 to Cal. 3230, provides an upgrade similar to the date display model, but only without a date format.
All in all, there are eight models in the latest Submariner series for 2020: three stainless steel, three 18k gold and two Rolesors. It may be old enough now to be used to receive a pension, but the Rolex Submariner is still the definitive luxury diving watch, has been a bestseller even among its iconic companions, and in many ways, it is the only thing you need Table.