A replica Rolex Submariner No Date is a counterfeit copy of the genuine no-date Submariner, mainly the 40mm ref. 114060 and the 41mm ref. 124060. The no-date layout is the version most often imitated because the plain dial removes the cyclops magnifier and the date window, two details that are hard to fake. Every replica, from a cheap quartz novelty to a high-end automatic "clone," is an unlicensed copy of a Rolex trademark, so buying, importing, or selling one carries legal risk.
What Is the Submariner No Date?
The Submariner No Date keeps the classic dive-watch layout with a black ceramic or aluminum bezel, a black dial, and no date at 3 o'clock. With no date, the dial shows only the crown logo, "Rolex," "Oyster Perpetual," and "Submariner," plus the depth rating line. That symmetry is why collectors call the no-date the cleanest Submariner build.
Which References Do Replicas Copy?
- Ref. 114060: 40mm Oystersteel case, 300 meters of water resistance, cal. 3130 movement, produced from roughly 2012 to 2020.
- Ref. 124060: 41mm case, slimmer lugs, cal. 3230 movement with about 70 hours of power reserve, introduced in 2020.
- Vintage-style 5513 and 14060: older no-date Submariners copied with acrylic crystals, drilled lugs, and smaller crowns.
How Do Replica Tiers Differ?
Sellers usually sort replica stock into budget, mid-tier, and "super clone" or high-end groups. Budget examples often use quartz or low-grade automatic movements, printed dials, and stamped clasps. High-end replicas use cloned automatic movements, ceramic bezel inserts, and solid end links, which raises both the price and the deception.
No tier is authorized by Rolex. The real differences show up in case weight, crown guard shape, and dial printing, not in the outward silhouette.
How Can You Spot a Fake Submariner No Date?
- Crown guards: genuine guards are symmetrical and blend into the case, while most replicas add bulk or an uneven bevel.
- Bezel insert: genuine ceramic inserts have crisp, evenly filled numerals and a flat pearl; replicas show wavy edges and shallow engravings.
- Bracelet fit: genuine solid end links sit flush against the case with no visible gaps.
- Dial print: genuine text is sharp under magnification, and the coronet has five even points.
- Movement: the ref. 124060 uses cal. 3230, and a smooth seconds sweep alone proves nothing.
Is Buying a Replica Rolex Submariner Legal?
No, in most jurisdictions. In the United States, trafficking in counterfeit goods is a federal offense under 18 U.S.C. 2320, and Customs and Border Protection can seize counterfeit watches shipped from abroad. Trademark law also lets Rolex pursue civil damages against sellers and, in some cases, buyers who resell.
Practical costs add up too. Authorized watchmakers and Rolex service centers will not work on counterfeits, and replica parts do not interchange with genuine components.
Does the Submariner No Date Have a Date or Cyclops?
No. The no-date Submariner has neither a date window nor a cyclops magnifier, which is why its dial looks symmetrical. The date version, sold as the Submariner Date, carries a date at 3 o'clock under a magnifying lens.
Do Replica Submariners Hold Their Value?
No. A replica has no collectible market, no factory service history, and no authorized support, so resale value sits close to zero. Genuine Submariner No Date references, by contrast, have traded above retail for years on the secondary market.
What Genuine Specs Are Worth Knowing?
The ref. 124060 measures 41mm in Oystersteel, is water resistant to 300 meters, and uses the in-house cal. 3230 with a 70-hour power reserve. The ref. 114060 measures 40mm, runs the cal. 3130, and carries the same 300-meter rating. Knowing these numbers makes any mismatched spec claim easy to catch.
This guide is informational only. It does not endorse counterfeit goods, and trademark law applies to every replica described here.