Rolex “1665 Double Red” Sea-Dweller

Description

Up for grabs is an incredible Rolex “Double Red” Seadweller, circa 1975, 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 Rolex “Double Red” Sea-Dweller is in great vintage condition.  The case has been polished in the past, but remains very thick, with original beveled edges visible.  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.  The original “fat font” insert remains in great condition, with no wear.

This watch comes fitted on a Rolex Swiss 93150 flip-lock bracelet, with 585 endlinks, and has 11 full links with no stretch.