Rolex Submariner 116610LV
Specs, Market Price & Buying Guide
- The Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV 'Hulk' is the 2010–2020 all-green Submariner: green sunburst dial, green Cerachrom bezel, 40mm maxi case, Calibre 3135 — the most recognizable colored Sub ever made.
- Market range: roughly $16,000–$20,000 depending on condition and set, against a final retail of $9,150 (verified 2026-08-23 — recheck before acting).
- Availability (checked 2026-08-23): discontinued in 2020 (succeeded by the black-dial green-bezel 126610LV 'Starbucks') — secondary market only.
Representative photo — the black-bezel sibling ref. 116610LN is shown; the 116610LV 'Hulk' shares the case and bracelet with a green dial and green bezel. Shown for identification.
Market range $16,000–$20,000 · verified 2026-08-23
$9,150 final US list (2020 — verify)
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Firm — the Hulk keeps a clear premium over the black 116610LN
Editorial estimate compiled from public listings — ranges move weekly; full sets and unpolished maxi cases command the top. Verified 2026-08-23.
Checked 2026-08-23: discontinued since 2020. Secondary market only; lower survival numbers than the black version keep supply noticeably tighter.
Full specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Case | 40mm Oystersteel (904L), 'maxi case' with broad lugs |
| Lug-to-lug | ~48mm (editorial measurement — verify) |
| Thickness | ~12.5–13mm (verify) |
| Lug width | 20mm |
| Movement | Rolex Calibre 3135, automatic |
| Power reserve | 48 hours |
| Crystal | Sapphire with Cyclops date magnifier |
| Water resistance | 300m / 1,000ft |
| Bezel | Unidirectional, green Cerachrom ceramic insert |
| Bracelet | Oyster, Oystersteel, Glidelock extension clasp |
| Dial | Green sunburst, maxi hands and markers, Chromalight lume |
| Introduced | 2010 — the all-green successor to the 'Kermit' 16610LV; discontinued 2020, succeeded by the 126610LV 'Starbucks' |
How it wears, by wrist size
Wears bigger than 40mm — the maxi case's broad lugs add real presence. Try before buying.
The sweet spot; the chunky case is why many prefer this generation.
Ideal — flat, secure, and the Glidelock fine-tunes the fit.
Comfortable and proportionate; the maxi case suits larger wrists best.
Buy or skip?
Editorial take: 8.5/10 — the colored Sub with the strongest identity.
The Hulk is a black Submariner with a personality transplant: the green sunburst dial shifts from near-black to emerald in changing light, and the all-green package photographs louder than it wears. You pay a $4,000–$7,000 premium over the identical black 116610LN for color and relative scarcity — worth it if the green is the whole point for you, irrational otherwise.
- You want versatility — green-on-green is a statement, not a chameleon
- You want the safer value play — the black 116610LN is the same watch for thousands less
- You want the current generation — the 126610LV 'Starbucks' pairs a green bezel with a black dial
Available alternatives (Amazon-priced)
Roughly 97% of readers will never spend five figures on a dive watch. These homage alternatives deliver the Submariner silhouette at Amazon prices — clearly labeled, no pretense:
Pagani Design PD-1661
The benchmark budget homage — ceramic bezel, sapphire, reliable NH35 automatic.
Check Amazon price ↗San Martin SN017
A tier up in finishing — crisp bezel action, excellent lume, near the top of the band.
Check Amazon price ↗Steeldive SD1953
Solid entry point with the classic Sub layout and 300m-style case.
Check Amazon price ↗Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB
The gateway diver — not refined, but honest and nearly indestructible.
Check Amazon price ↗116610LV vs. its siblings
| Reference | Case | Dial / bezel | Years | What changed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 116610LV (this watch) | 40mm maxi case | Green / green ceramic | 2010–2020 | The all-green 'Hulk' |
| 116610LN | 40mm maxi case | Black / black ceramic | 2010–2020 | Identical watch in black, cheaper |
| 126610LV 'Starbucks' (2020– ) | 41mm, slimmer lugs | Black / green ceramic | 2020– | Current — green bezel, black dial, Cal. 3235 |
Ownership costs
| Cost item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service interval | Rolex recommends ~10 years; the 3135 is famously tolerant of real-world intervals |
| Typical service cost | $800–$1,200 at Rolex; competent independents charge less (estimate — verify locally) |
| Insurance | Worth scheduling on a jewelry/watch rider above ~$10K value |
| Parts availability | Superb — the 3135 is the best-supported automatic caliber in the world |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Rolex 116610LV 'Hulk' discontinued?
Yes — production ran 2010 to 2020. As of our last check (2026-08-23) it is secondary-market only; the current green Sub is the black-dial 126610LV 'Starbucks'.
Why is the Hulk more expensive than the black 116610LN?
Scarcity and identity: fewer were made, the all-green look is unmistakable, and collectors treat it as the definitive colored ceramic Sub. The premium runs roughly $4,000–$7,000 today (verify current spread).
Is the Hulk a good investment?
It has been one of the stronger post-discontinuation Rolex performers, but buy it because you love the green — past performance is not a guarantee, and this is not financial advice.
What is the lug-to-lug of the 116610LV?
Approximately 48mm by editorial measurement on the 40mm maxi case with 20mm lug width. Verify against manufacturer data if precision matters.
Hulk vs Starbucks — which green Sub?
The Hulk (116610LV) is all green with the 40mm maxi case and Calibre 3135. The Starbucks (126610LV) pairs a green ceramic bezel with a black dial on the 41mm case with the 70-hour Calibre 3235. The Hulk is the bolder watch; the Starbucks is the easier daily.
What movement is in the 116610LV?
The Rolex Calibre 3135: automatic, 48-hour power reserve, Superlative Chronometer rated — identical to the black 116610LN.
Where to buy safely
Not applicable — discontinued; the 126610LN is the boutique route, with waitlists.
The realistic route — deep, liquid market. Insist on box/papers, check for over-polishing on the maxi lugs, and use escrow.
Fine for mint full sets; factor the buyer's premium (20%+).
Cheapest and riskiest — authenticate at a watchmaker before money moves; this reference attracts sophisticated inauthentic examples.