Rolex Debuts Successor to the Smurf: Submariner 126619LB in Black Dial, 41mm

Rolex has officially discontinued the Platinum Rolex Submariner 116619LB Blue, also known as the "Smurf". But instead of killing the model altogether, Rolex has replaced it with the new Submariner 126619LB! The biggest visual differences include the change from a blue dial to a black dial.

That said, it still features the blue color, but it's more understated as it only has a blue Cerachrome bezel instead of a blue dial.

The dial is black in the traditional Submariner style, which makes it more discreet than the Smurf 116619LB, which also has a blue dial.

In addition, Rolex has increased the case size from 40 to 41 millimeters. But keep in mind that this is the size on paper. Because at the same time, Rolex has made the lugs thinner, which tends to have a big impact on how the watch is worn. And this is something that many people have complained about before, the lugs being too thick and bulky.

But if you're familiar with the Rolex Submariner Date, or the Submariner "Smurf" 116619LB, this new blue Submariner version will feel familiar. Rolex has stayed true to the Submariner's design, but with minor changes.

The watch has a unidirectional rotating bezel with a blue Cerachrom (ceramic) bezel insert. The watch has a screw-down crown and a black dial with white gold hour markers painted with Chromalight. The watch has the signature Mercedes hour hands. The bracelet also has a slight

The biggest upgrade to this watch is, of course, the movement - Rolex's in-house caliber 3235. 32XX is the newest generation of Rolex movements. 3235 beats at a frequency of 28,800 BPH (as do all current Rolex movements) and is COSC certified (as are all Rolex calibers) and has a 70 hours of power reserve, an increase of 40-48 hours over its predecessor. Much of the improvement in power reserve can be attributed to the Chronergy escapement.

Rolex Submariner 41 126619LB Specifications

• calibre: 41mm
• Lug width：21mm
• caliber:: 3235 (COSC certified)
• Waterproof: 100m/1000 feet
• Case Material: 18k White Gold
• Bracelet: 18k white gold oyster bracelet with polished center links, oyster folding clasp and Glidelock extension system
• frequency: 28800 BPH