Rolex “1665 Double Red” Sea-Dweller

Description

Up for grabs is an incredible Rolex “Double Red” Seadweller, circa 1977, at the very end of production of the Double Reds.  This example has a “Mark IV” (MK4) dial. These watches were designed for diving under extreme depths, and were thus fitted with a helium escape valve on the left-hand side of the case, which was used to release pressure as it built up under water.

This example is in excellent vintage condition.  The case has been polished in the past, with nicely defined beveled edges, and retaining thick and even lugs.  The dial is perfect, with no wear, marks, scratches, etc.  The original tritium lume is still present on both hands and dial, aged to a golden yellow.

Further, the watch is fitted on a Rolex Oyster 93150 bracelet with 585 endlinks, and has 11 full links with no stretch.