Hulk

Why it matters

Hulk is one of the most recognized Rolex nicknames in the secondary market. The name refers to a green-dial, green-bezel Submariner. When buyers and sellers shorthand a deal as a Hulk, they're skipping the reference number and inviting price comparisons against the wider Hulk market. The model was discontinued, which sustains demand on the secondary market and keeps prices well above the original retail.

When you see a listing for a Hulk, ask for full set or box and papers, the year on the warranty card, and a clear shot of the bezel and dial in matching light. Service history matters more on Hulks because they spent years on wrists.

Common questions

What is a Hulk Rolex?

A Hulk is the collector nickname for the Rolex Submariner with a green dial and green Cerachrom bezel. Discontinued in 2020 and replaced by a slimmer Submariner, the Hulk trades regularly on the secondary market.

Why is the Hulk Submariner so popular?

The Hulk's combination of a green dial, green bezel, and 40mm Maxi case is unique to one production run. It was discontinued before its successor was announced, so collectors who wanted that exact look had to source one used. That created sustained demand independent of broader market cycles.

Related terms

• Kermit(Kermit Rolex, Kermit Sub)

  Rolex Submariner with a BLACK dial and green bezel. Named after Kermit the Frog. Originally the 50th anniversary Sub.

• Smurf

  White gold Submariner with an all-blue dial and blue bezel. Named for its monochromatic blue in precious metal.

• Starbucks / Cermit(Starbucks Rolex, Cermit)

  The current-production green bezel Submariner with ceramic bezel. 'Cermit' = Ceramic + Kermit.

• Polar

  White dial Explorer II. The crisp white face evokes an icy polar look.