Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600

Name: Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Stainless steel Black 1988 | Dealer
Brand: Rolex
SKU: 16600
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Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 40mm Stainless steel Black

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Description

Sea-Dweller "Swiss Only"

Introduced in 1988, the Sea-Dweller 16600 is the heavy-duty brother of the Submariner 16610 of the same era. Compared to the Submariner, its case – now fitted with a helium escape valve – is slightly thicker. The glass does not feature the cyclops. The 16600 was replaced by the Deepsea 116660 in 2008. caseMaterials: Steel, caseSize: 40, thickness: 14.5, waterResistance: 1220, bezelMaterial: Aluminum, crystal: Sapphire, dialColor: Black, complications: Date, movementType: Automatic, caliber: 3135, powerReserve: 48, numberOfJewels: 31, braceletStyle: Oyster, braceletMaterials: Steel, braceletClaspType: Fold, braceletClaspMaterials: Steel, categories: Dive, Sports, Iconic, releaseYear: 1988, discontinuationYear: 2008, manufactureYear: 1999, condition: PREOWNED

Collectible Features |Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600

Discover all the different variants of this specific reference that can enhance, or limit, this watch's value and collectability.

Tropical Dial

A dial that has aged from black to a brown or caramel color due to prolonged exposure to sunlight and elements. Highly prized for its unique and attractive aging. Greatly increases value due to unique appearance and collector demand.

Comex Dial

Special dials produced for COMEX (Compagnie Maritime d'Expertises), featuring unique branding. Refers to Rolex watches issued to COMEX (a French diving company). Extremely rare and highly collectible. Substantially increases value due to rarity and association with professional diving.

Swiss Only Dial

A dial marked with "Swiss," indicating it was produced during the transition period from tritium to Super-LumiNova in the late 1990s.