9,200 CHF
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 'Sea-Dweller', Submariner 2000, 2000ft/610m. , Superlative Chronometer,Officially Certified, Ref. 1665. Production of this reference started in 1971.Fine center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant to 2000ft./610m., stainless steel gentleman's wristwatchwith date. Accompanied by a stainless steel 'Fliplock' Oyster bracelet. Cal. 1570, rhodium plated, 26 jewels, leverescapement, monometallic balance adjusted to temperatures and 5 positions, shock-absorber, self-compensatingBreguet balance-spring.Dial, case, and movement signed.Diam. 40 mm. Notes Ref. 1665The 'Sea-Dweller 2000' was the first water-resistant watch to bear a helium valve for decompression time indication.Launched in 1971, it is guaranteed water-resistant down to 610m./2000ft. This calendar-chronometer was made instainless steel only.The model bearing the 'Sea-Dweller' writing in red on the dial is particularly sought-after by collectors.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2000-11-19
