While enthusiasts have been predicting a new generation of submarine watches for years, replica Rolex did catch some onlookers off guard with some surprising updates. Specifically, the new submarine is larger, with a 41mm hull instead of the traditional 40mm hull. In addition to the size increase, the new sub-features thinner ears and a slightly wider bangle with wider center links. The overall effect is a less square submarine than in previous iterations and a return to more classic proportions, despite an increase in the size of 1 mm.
While the 40mm case diameter has been a defining feature of the Submariner since 1959, then switch to 41mm simply makes sense in the context of past Submariner generations, and it actually stands for a step in the right direction. The classic sizing of the 5-digit series would now look too small compared to the rest of Rolex’s current catalog, while the previous 6-digit generation drew criticism for having lugs that were too thick relative to the rest of its case.
Another surprising factor to accompany the new generation of Submariner watches is the pairing of black dials with colored bezels. The new stainless steel Submariner includes a green bezel and black dial, while the new 18k white gold Submariner includes a blue bezel and black dial. Previous models of these two Submariners – the “Hulk” and the “Smurf” – had dials that matched their bezels.
Therefore, new to the newest fake Rolex Submariner 41 models are new-generation automatic movements – Caliber 3230 for the no-date Submariner and Caliber 3235 for the Submariner Date. Both in-house movements boast a raised power reserve rating of 70 hours, along with the brand’s anti-magnetic Chronergy escapement and blue Parachrom hairspring.