Rolex Submariner Hulk

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About the Rolex Submariner Hulk

The Rolex Submariner Hulk is reference 116610LV, the 40mm green-on-green Submariner Date produced from 2010 to 2020 in the previous Submariner generation. Within the Submariner family, the Hulk holds a singular position: it is the only Submariner Rolex has ever built with both a green sunburst dial and a matching green Cerachrom bezel. Its black-dial sibling, the 116610LN, was the standard Submariner Date of its era; the LV took the same case, the same Caliber 3135, and the same Glidelock bracelet, then went all-green and never came back. Pre-owned and unworn Rolex Submariner Hulk watches at WatchGuys are authenticated in-house, backed by a 2-year warranty, and ship overnight. Prices typically range from $18,000 to $25,000+ depending on Mark variation, condition, and box-and-papers completeness.

For the broader Hulk editorial including the full Mark 1/2/3 dial breakdown and detailed market history, see our Rolex Hulk hub. For the previous-generation Submariner Date family the Hulk belongs to, see the Rolex Submariner 116610 collection. For the broader Submariner overview, see our Rolex Submariner page or the complete Rolex Submariner Buyer's Guide.

What Is the Rolex Submariner Hulk?

The Rolex Submariner Hulk is the collector nickname for reference 116610LV, the discontinued green-bezel, green-dial Submariner Date in 40mm Oystersteel. The "LV" in the reference number stands for Lunette Verte, French for green bezel. The watch features a green sunburst dial with Chromalight luminous hour markers, a unidirectional rotating bezel fitted with a green Cerachrom ceramic insert, and the Caliber 3135 movement with a 48-hour power reserve. Water resistance is 300 meters. The nickname was coined by collectors almost immediately after the 2010 launch, a nod to the Marvel character's signature green coloring.

Rolex Submariner Hulk Specifications

The 116610LV uses a 40mm Oystersteel case in the Maxi Case profile that defined the 116610 generation, with broader lugs and crown guards than the preceding 16610 family. Inside, the Caliber 3135 is COSC-certified with a 48-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 300 meters (1,000 feet), with the Triplock screw-down crown handling the seal. The unidirectional bezel uses a 120-click action with platinum-coated graduations on the green Cerachrom insert. The Oyster bracelet is the three-link configuration with solid end links, the Oysterlock safety clasp, and the Glidelock extension allowing 2mm incremental adjustments without tools. The Cyclops lens magnifies the date 2.5x at 3 o'clock.

Rolex Submariner Hulk Price

Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Hulk prices typically range from $18,000 to $25,000+ on the 2026 secondary market, with unworn full-set examples sitting at the top of that range and well-worn examples without box and papers landing nearer the bottom. The Hulk last retailed at approximately $9,050 when Rolex discontinued it in 2020, so even the lowest current pricing carries roughly a 100 percent premium over original retail. During the 2022 Rolex market peak, unworn Hulks briefly traded above $32,000 before the broader correction settled the market. The current pricing reflects a stable, discontinued reference trading on real collector demand rather than speculative heat. Mark 1 examples in original condition and clean unworn Mark 3 pieces command the strongest premiums within the range.

Rolex Submariner Hulk Mark 1, Mark 2, and Mark 3

Over the Hulk's ten-year production run, Rolex made subtle dial-printing refinements that collectors track as Mark 1, Mark 2, and Mark 3. The differences are small typographical changes around the depth-rating line at 6 o'clock, specifically the alignment of the equals sign in "1000ft=300m" and the relative length of the "f" in "ft." Mark 1 (approximately 2010 to 2012) has a centered equals sign and a shorter "f." Mark 2 (roughly 2013 to 2016) shifts the equals sign slightly to the right while keeping the short "f." Mark 3 (approximately 2017 to 2020) pushes the equals sign further right and elongates the "f." The variations are minimal and require close examination to spot, but they materially affect collector value. For the full visual breakdown, see our Rolex Hulk Mark 1-3 Differences guide.

Hulk vs. Starbucks vs. Kermit

The Hulk is the middle entry in the three-watch green Submariner lineage. The Kermit (ref. 16610LV), produced 2003 to 2010 for the Submariner's 50th anniversary, was the first green Submariner: a 40mm case with a black dial and a green aluminum bezel insert. The Hulk replaced it in 2010, extending the green treatment to both dial and bezel and switching to scratch-resistant Cerachrom ceramic. The Starbucks (ref. 126610LV), in production since 2020, returns to the Kermit formula of black dial with green bezel in the larger 41mm case and runs the newer Caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve. The Hulk remains the only reference of the three with green on both surfaces, which is the single biggest reason collectors continue to pay a premium for it. For the full side-by-side, see our green Rolex Submariner comparison.

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Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Hulk watches for sale at WatchGuys are authenticated in-house, accurately described, and protected by the policies below. The Hulk is one of the most counterfeited modern Submariners on the market, which makes dealer-level authentication and Mark verification essential. Whether you are buying a Mark 1 collector example or an unworn Mark 3, every 116610LV ships with the same standards.

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Rolex Submariner Hulk FAQ

• What is the Rolex Submariner Hulk?

  The Rolex Submariner Hulk is the collector nickname for reference 116610LV, the discontinued 40mm green-on-green Submariner Date produced from 2010 to 2020. It features a 40mm Oystersteel case, a green sunburst dial with Chromalight hour markers, a green Cerachrom ceramic bezel, the Caliber 3135 with a 48-hour power reserve, and 300m of water resistance. It is the only Submariner Rolex has ever produced with both a green dial and a matching green bezel.

• Why is the Rolex Submariner called the Hulk?

  The nickname came from the collector community shortly after the 2010 launch and references the Marvel comic book character's signature green coloring. The 116610LV's bold green-on-green configuration, particularly the way the green sunburst dial catches light, reminded collectors of the character, and the nickname stuck within months of release. It also fit the pattern of green-Submariner nicknames already established by the predecessor Kermit (Muppets character) and continued later with the Starbucks (coffee chain logo).

• What is the reference number for the Rolex Submariner Hulk?

  The reference number is 116610LV. The "LV" suffix stands for Lunette Verte, French for green bezel, the same internal designation Rolex used for the predecessor 16610LV (Kermit) and the successor 126610LV (Starbucks). Rolex itself does not use the Hulk nickname, but it is universally recognized across dealer listings, auction catalogs, and watch media.

• How much does a Rolex Submariner Hulk cost?

  Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Hulk prices typically range from $18,000 to $25,000+ on the secondary market, with unworn full-set examples sitting at the top of the range. The Hulk last retailed at approximately $9,050 when Rolex discontinued it in 2020, so current pricing carries roughly a 100 percent premium over original retail. During the 2022 market peak, unworn Hulks briefly traded above $32,000 before settling. Mark 1 examples in original condition and clean unworn Mark 3 pieces command the strongest premiums.

• Is the Rolex Submariner Hulk discontinued?

  Yes. Rolex discontinued the Hulk in 2020 when the entire 116610 generation was replaced by the 41mm 126610 family. Unlike the black-dial 116610LN, which was succeeded by the 126610LN in the same configuration, the Hulk was effectively retired. The current green Submariner is the 126610LV Starbucks, which reverts to the Kermit formula of black dial with green bezel. No all-green-dial Submariner has been produced since 2020, making the Hulk a closed-production reference available only on the secondary market.

• What is the difference between Hulk Mark 1, Mark 2, and Mark 3?

  Over the Hulk's ten-year production run, Rolex made subtle dial-printing refinements that collectors track as Mark 1 (approximately 2010 to 2012), Mark 2 (2013 to 2016), and Mark 3 (2017 to 2020). The differences center on the alignment of the equals sign in "1000ft=300m" at 6 o'clock and the relative length of the "f" in "ft." Mark 1 has a centered equals sign and a short "f." Mark 2 shifts the equals sign right with the short "f." Mark 3 pushes the equals sign further right and elongates the "f." The variations are minimal but materially affect collector value.

• Rolex Submariner Hulk vs. Starbucks: which should I buy?

  The Hulk is the discontinued 40mm all-green statement piece with both green dial and green bezel, running the older Caliber 3135 with a 48-hour power reserve. It trades at $18,000 to $25,000+ and is the closed-production collector grail. The Starbucks (ref. 126610LV) is the modern, more versatile daily wearer with a black dial and green bezel only, in the larger 41mm case running the newer Caliber 3235 with a 70-hour power reserve. The Starbucks is in current production and trades at $13,000 to $17,000+. The Hulk is the better choice for a singular all-green statement; the Starbucks is the better choice for a daily wearer with a splash of green.

• Is the Rolex Submariner Hulk a good investment?

  The Hulk has been one of the most resilient discontinued Rolex sport watches since leaving production in 2020, supported by closed-set scarcity, the absence of a direct all-green successor, and steady collector demand. The 12-month trend has been quietly positive, and the median sell time on the secondary market is approximately 16 days, which is fast for a watch in this price tier. While no watch is a guaranteed investment, the Hulk's combination of brand recognition, discontinued status, and singular green-on-green design makes it one of the more defensible pre-owned Rolex purchases.

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