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23 Years of Green
The green-bezel Rolex Submariner has become one of the most collected sub-collections in all of Rolex — three distinct generations, three nicknames, and three different interpretations of “green meets dive watch.” Here’s the complete timeline.
The Three Generations
| Gen | Nickname | Ref. | Years | Bezel | Dial | Movement | 2026 Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Kermit | 16610LV | 2003-2010 | Green ALUMINUM | BLACK | Cal. 3135 (48h) | $18,000-$25,000 |
| 2nd | Hulk | 116610LV | 2010-2020 | Green CERAMIC | GREEN | Cal. 3135 (48h) | $18,000-$22,000 |
| 3rd | Starbucks | 126610LV | 2020-present | Green CERAMIC | BLACK | Cal. 3235 (70h) | $16,000-$18,000 |
What Changed Between Generations
- Kermit → Hulk: Aluminum bezel → ceramic bezel. Black dial → GREEN dial (first green-dial Sub). Same 40mm case. Same Cal. 3135.
- Hulk → Starbucks: Green dial → BLACK dial (return to Kermit’s formula). 40mm → 41mm case. Cal. 3135 → 3235 (70h). Complete case redesign (slimmer lugs, broader bracelet).
Which Generation to Buy
- Kermit (16610LV): For vintage collectors who want the original green Sub with patina-able aluminum bezel. The most historically significant.
- Hulk (116610LV): For bold collectors who want the ONLY all-green Submariner ever made. Discontinued, appreciating, conversation-starting.
- Starbucks (126610LV): For practical buyers who want the best movement (70h), the newest case, and AD availability. The most wearable and technically superior.
All three generations at our Submariner collection at DR.WATCH. Free worldwide shipping + 1-year warranty.