Rolex Watch Nicknames
Smurf
White gold Submariner with an all-blue dial and blue bezel. Named for its monochromatic blue in precious metal.
By Vadim Moda, Founder of Moda Clubs. Trading watches since 2017.
“Ref: 116619LB”
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Why it matters
Smurf is the Rolex Submariner in white gold with a blue dial and blue bezel. It sits at the higher end of the Submariner price range because of the precious-metal case, and it's much less common than the steel Submariners. Listings for a Smurf usually come with deeper provenance documentation.
White-gold Subs are heavy compared to steel, so weight is a quick sanity check. If a seller is hesitant to confirm material, walk away.
Common questions
- What is a Smurf Rolex?
- A Smurf is the Rolex Submariner in 18k white gold with a blue dial and blue Cerachrom bezel, reference 116619LB.
- Why is the Smurf more expensive than other Submariners?
- Two reasons: the case material is solid 18k white gold rather than steel, and production was always limited compared to the steel Submariners. Both factors drive secondary-market prices.
Related terms
- Hulk(Hulk Rolex, Hulk Submariner)
Rolex Submariner with a green dial AND green ceramic bezel. Named after the Incredible Hulk. Now discontinued and highly sought.
- Kermit(Kermit Rolex, Kermit Sub)
Rolex Submariner with a BLACK dial and green bezel. Named after Kermit the Frog. Originally the 50th anniversary Sub.
- Polar
White dial Explorer II. The crisp white face evokes an icy polar look.
- Cookie Monster
White gold Submariner with blue bezel and BLACK dial (not blue dial like the Smurf). Named after the Sesame Street character.
About the author
Vadim ModaFounder of Moda Clubs
Has been trading luxury watches since 2017, before founding Moda Clubs in 2018. Moda Clubs operates 23 buy/sell communities across watches, cars, diamonds, and other luxury goods, with 600,000+ members, run out of Moda HQ in Sioux Falls, SD.