Rolex “Full-Set 16600 Tritium” Sea-Dweller

Description

Up for grabs is a great example of the Rolex Sea-Dweller, the Reference 16600, which was a continuation from the Reference 16660, with a new and upgraded Caliber 3135 movement (replacing the old caliber 3035).  This particular example was produced in 1991, and features a tritium dial.  The 16600 Sea-Dweller retains features as the 16660, with the same sapphire crystal and larger helium valve that allowed it to descend to the deeper depth of 1220 meters/4000 feet underwater.  Additionally, this particular Sea-Dweller comes complete with its original Rolex box, “punched” Warranty Certificate, and booklets as pictured.

This Rolex Sea-Dweller is in great vintage condition.  The case has been lightly polished in the past, but retains thick and even lugs, and is very sharp with well-defined bevels.  The dial is beautiful, with no flaws or cracking to the lacquer, and still glossy as it left the factory.  The watch retains its original tritium lume on the dial and hands, aged to a beautiful creamy yellow color on the dial, and remaining a bit lighter in the hands.  The watch comes on its original Rolex 93160 Oyster bracelet, with 11 full links and no stretch.