Etienne Archambault, coming to you from St. John’s, Newfoundland, where watches aren’t just tools for telling time—they’re a deep-rooted passion, a challenge, and, in many ways, a way of life. Today, I’m diving deep into the Rolex Submariner in steel and gold, reference 126613LB, one of the most iconic and sought-after timepieces in the world. And here in Newfoundland, this watch is about as elusive as spotting an iceberg in July. But once you’ve laid your hands on one, it’s a game changer. Let me take you through why this two-tone Submariner is worth every bit of the chase. The Quest for the Submariner: A Horological Pilgrimage in Newfoundland First off, why is this watch so rare here in Newfoundland? In simple terms: limited supply, high demand, and geography. Newfoundland isn’t exactly Rolex’s first port of call, and with only a handful of authorized dealers in Atlantic Canada, getting your hands on a steel and gold Submariner can take years. Add to that the fact that Rolex in...
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