Rolex Sea-Dweller
16660
Basic Info
Listing code : LHBM49
Brand : Rolex
Model : Sea-Dweller
Reference number : 16660
Dealer product code : 1267
Movement : Automatic
Case material : Steel
Bracelet material : Steel
Year of production : 1985
Condition : Used (Good)
Scope of delivery : No original box, no original papers
Gender : Men's watch/Unisex
Location : Belgium, Riemst
Price : 10,950
Availability : Item is in stock
Caliber
Movement : Automatic
Caliber/movement : 3035
Power reserve : 48 h
Number of jewels : 27
Case
Case material : Steel
Case diameter : 40 mm
Water resistance : Over 120 ATM
Bezel material : Steel
Crystal : Sapphire crystal
Dial : Black
Dial numerals : No numerals
Bracelet/strap
Bracelet material : Steel
Bracelet color : Steel
Clasp : Fold clasp
Clasp material : Steel
Functions
Date
The “Triple Six” among collectors due to its reference number, it is what we call a transitional reference. Rolex first introduced the Sea-Dweller ref. 16660 in 1978 as the second reference to join the saturation diving watch collection. It was the bridge between the vintage Sea-Dweller 1665 that came before it and the succeeding Sea-Dweller 16600, featuring design details from both generations. With that in mind, it’s important to note that Rolex produced both the Sea-Dweller 1665 and Sea-Dweller 16660 simultaneously for about five years.
The reference 16660 is a significant model in the Sea-Dweller’s history because it brought about some key changes to the watch, such as a new crystal material, a new movement, quickset date functionality, and double the water-resistance. This prime example has a stunning Patina on the lume.
Serial: SR88489xx From 1985
FACTS
BEZEL MATERIAL
stainless steel bezel, original insert
BRACELET
original stainless steel
CALIBER
Serviced Cal 3035
CASE DIMENSIONS
40 mm
CASE MATERIAL
stainless steel
CLASP
buckle
DIAL
original Rolex sea-dweller dial. PERFECT mustard patina
GLASS
Sapphire crystal, original
INDEX
stick dial
MODEL
Rolex Sea dweller triple 6
MOVEMENT
Automatic
REFERENCE
16660
YEAR
1985
SERVICE
September 2024
