Short on time? The green-bezel Submariner has been through three generations: the 16610LV "Kermit" (2003, aluminium bezel), the 116610LV "Hulk" (green dial, 2010–2020) and the current 126610LV (since 2020), with a green Cerachrom bezel on a black dial. 41mm Oystersteel, 300 metres water resistance, calibre 3235. Collectors mostly call it the "Starbucks".
Backstory
Rolex made the first green-bezel Submariner, the 16610LV, in 2003 to mark the Submariner's 50th anniversary. Green aluminium bezel, black dial. People called it the "Kermit", and it became an instant favourite.
Then in 2010 came the 116610LV, which went all in: green ceramic bezel and a green sunburst dial. That was the "Hulk", and it divided people. Some loved how bold it was. Others missed the black dial.
When the 126610LV arrived in September 2020, Rolex split the difference. Green ceramic bezel, black dial. Basically a modern Kermit. The internet named it the "Starbucks", and a few people call it the "Cermit" (ceramic Kermit). Same watch.
Key Details
The case grew to 41mm with this generation, with slimmer lugs that make it look and wear a touch more elegant than the 40mm version it replaced. It's water resistant to 300 metres, with a unidirectional green Cerachrom bezel, a black lacquer dial and a Cyclops over the date.
The bracelet is the Oyster with Rolex's Glidelock clasp, which lets you adjust the length on the fly without tools. Small thing, but on a hot day in Dubai you'll be grateful for it.
The Movement
Inside is the calibre 3235, with the Chronergy escapement and Parachrom hairspring, and around 70 hours of power reserve. It's one of the most reliable movements Rolex makes, and it's what lets you put the watch down on Friday and pick it up on Monday still running.
On the Wrist
The black dial is what makes this one so easy to live with. The green bezel gives it personality, but the black keeps it grounded, so it goes with anything. The 41mm case with its slimmer lugs sits better on the wrist than the numbers suggest.
If you loved the Hulk's green dial, this will feel a bit tame. Everyone else will probably prefer it.
Final Thoughts
The 126610LV is the green Sub that most people wanted all along: a nod to the original Kermit, built on the latest Submariner. It's one of the easiest Rolex sports watches to wear every day.
We have an unworn 2026 126610LV, a full set. See it here.
