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FS: 1973 Rolex Double Red Sea-Dweller (Ref. 1665) "Mk.3" B&P

FS: 1973 Rolex Double Red Sea-Dweller (Ref. 1665) "Mk.3" with Box and Papers

Offered at $65,000 USD We are always open to offers and trades. Please feel free to contact us at [email]cam@craftandtailored.com[/email] or by calling (213) 293-0555

The new model of Submariner was created was dubbed the reference 1665, based on the existing Submariner model with some major upgrades. Initial prototype models were exclusively issued to DeepSea Explorers of the 1960s in various configurations but in the late 1960 and early 1970s, the model made it to the Rolex retail stores. The Double Red Sea-Dweller (DRSD) was produced for approximately 10 yrs starting in 1967 to 1977 with serial number range 1.7 to 5.1 million. There were four different dial variations made in the regular production model with three different case back configurations. Post 5.1 million serial number ref. 1665 Sea-Dwellers can be seen only bearing white text and have earned teh nickname the "great white" Sea-Dweller

The Sea-Dweller is undoubtedly the most advanced amongst the diving watches of its time. Featuring a bidirectional bezel, a tropic super domed bezel to withstand greater pressure, and date complication. Fully certified and guaranteed waterproof to 2000ft - 610m.

Stock # RLXDRSD1665-73
Brand Rolex
Style Sea-Dweller
Model 1665
Serial 35XXXXX
Size Men's
Material SS
Dial Black Matte (MK 3)
Millimeters 40
Bracelet Rolex Oyster 93150 Flip Lock 580 Ends

CASE & BRACELET

The case of this vintage 1973 Rolex Ref 1665 double red SeaDweller remains in amazing condition. The lugs are thick and full and the original factory case geometry remains intact. The original case chamfers still slightly present and the lug holes are centered in the middle of each lug. The bezel insert remains a deep black coloration and the pearl remains intact at the 12 o'clock position. The case back reflects the last 3 digits of the case serial number as is correct for an original Rolex SeaDweller ref. 1665 of this specific era. Newer 93150 bracelet with 11 links and 580 end pieces showing very minimal stretch.

DIAL & HANDS

Flawless Mark III Double Red Sea Dweller dial displaying correct font alignment and the open 6 in 610M depth rating. The dial is free of any scratches and or blemishes and the minute track and edge of the dial remain complete without any chipping or issues sometimes seen in DRSD dial variants. The tritium lume plots and hands have achieved a wonderful and creamy custard yellow patina and under U.V. light show consistent texture and no lume degradation or issues. The original silver date disk displays the correct open 6 and 9's.

ACCESSORIES

This is a stunning example that comes with the original Rolex punched papers with original case back sticker affixed to the papers. Additionally, this example retains the original inner and outer boxes Rolex wax seal hang tag and the Sea-Dweller Anchor. This is a piece that is a complete time capsule worthy of only the most decerning collector. The watch is keeping time at spec and comes backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.
















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