It's no secret that the Rolex Submariner is the daddy of dive watches. The model enjoys a rich history, having been used by professional saturation divers and even fictitious British secret agents.
But in the modern age, the model's place has been tainted by unsavoury sales tactics and scalpers on the used market. What once was the ultimate beacon of sporty luxury now feels like a symbol of elitism, and has left many watch lovers disillusioned.
