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Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665

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Fine Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 'Double Red' Submariner 2000 stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch,

Fine Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 'Double Red' Submariner 2000 stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 1665, serial no. 1721xxx, circa 1967/68, black matt 'Swiss-T<25' dial with dot, baton and dagger markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, Mercedes hands, black insert bi-directional rotating bezel, screw-down Triplock crown with guards, cal. 1570 26 jewel movement, screw back dated 'IV.67', engraved 'Rolex Patent Oyster Gas Escape Valve', ref. 9315 Oyster bracelet with '282' end links and flip-lock clasp dated 1.72', the bezel 39.5mm diameter - ** Last serviced in September 2019 - ** The watch has been in the possession of the present owner since the early 1970s , Box and Papers - no box or papers. Movement - currently functioning and last serviced in September 2019. Dial - a very nice preserved dial, the marking showing a nice patina - see images. Glass - good. Hands - oxidised marks as expected - see images. Case - good overall condition and refurbished during the last service - see all images. Crown - adjusts correctly. Bracelet - refurbished and good condition, wrist size 7.5" approx.Estimate £20,000 - £30,000 Fine Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller 'Double Red' Submariner 2000 stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 1665, serial no. 1721xxx, circa 1967/68, black matt 'Swiss-T<25' dial with dot, baton and dagger markers, minute markers, date aperture and sweep centre seconds, Mercedes hands, black insert bi-directional rotating bezel, screw-down Triplock crown with guards, cal. 1570 26 jewel movement, screw back dated 'IV.67', engraved 'Rolex Patent Oyster Gas Escape Valve', ref. 9315 Oyster bracelet with '282' end links and flip-lock clasp dated 1.72', the bezel 39.5mm diameter - ** Last serviced in September 2019 - ** The watch has been in the possession of the present owner since the early 1970s More Information Box and Papers - no box or papers. Movement - currently functioning and last serviced in September 2019. Dial - a very nice preserved dial, the marking showing a nice patina - see images. Glass - good. Hands - oxidised marks as expected - see images. Case - good overall condition and refurbished during the last service - see all images. Crown - adjusts correctly. Bracelet - refurbished and good condition, wrist size 7.5" approx. - Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.

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