Mar 31, 2017 the sea was churning from the rising winds of an approaching tropical storm and sealab 1, the first underwater habitat of the u. This lovely rolex sea dweller could make a perfect gift. Unfollow rolex sea dweller to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The nickname refers to the two red lines on the dial, which set it apart from the handful of prototypes read an indepth article here that feature just one line of red text. Rolex sea dweller stahl uhr papiere box 1981 lc 100. I like it precise, so i did my home work, built a comprehensive seadweller database and tracked down every single red seadweller i could find.
Rolex 1665 seadweller 1977 double red mens steel watch b. All the possible variants are illustrated and described for all these references, as for example. Early reference numbers from the 1960s and 1970s are, without a doubt, some of the most highly coveted vintage versions of the rolex sea dweller. The models with the words seadweller and submariner immortalised in red letters on the dial are now particularly sought after by collectors and rolex fans. A rare and highly attractive stainless steel divers watch with black glossy dial, humidity indicator and diving log book. However the case back features the original case serial engraved in ternally, a feature only present on the double red seadweller. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Rolex seadweller 126600 watch marks 50th anniversary of the. The oyster watch was the first waterproof watch in the world, in addition to finding itself on the wrists of many boundary defying dare devils, such as race car driver malcolm campbell when he set the land speed record in 1935. There were four different dial variations made in the regular production model with three different case back configurations.
The book entitled rolex 2421 uhren, by kesaharu imai, shows a single red. The origin of the comex rolex sea dweller divers watch. Rolex seadweller 1665 double red1970soriginal 100%. Dweller on the red sea is a crossword puzzle clue that we have spotted 5 times. Rolex 1665 double red seadweller singer dial, the stickers are still on the case sides and back. Original matte black, luminous round, triangle and baton indexes,cream minute divisions. In october of 1977, comex diver jacques verpeaux hit a depth of 501 metres, wearing his rolex seadweller 1665 double red. Rolex seadweller all prices for rolex seadweller watches.
Some sources claim there are 5 specimen of the single red seadweller, others say 6. Purchase history selling saved searches saved sellers messages. Early reference numbers from the 1960s and 1970s are, without a doubt, some of the most highly coveted vintage versions of the rolex seadweller. The seadweller submariner 2000 watches have two red text lines on the. Rolex encyclopedia represents the most complete work ever realized on rolex. In 1977, rolex phased out the double red seadweller dials, and replaced them with dials that used all white text. In 1977, the rolex seadweller evolves again, becoming the great white. The seadweller is the only rolex with a date, but without the date magnifier. We are based in the uk and currently work with the most well known brands and agencies in motorcycling providing high quality images for a full range of applications from press release and brochures, marketing and advertising material through to providing teams of photographers and digital imaging personnel covering international product launches. All single red seadwellers, sidebyside vintage panerai. Shop ebay for great deals on rolex seadweller wristwatches. These original classic seadweller models are rapidly increasing in value and make a great investment piece, especially when with original booklets, paperwork and rarity of pieces like this one. The double red featured a stunning red sea dweller logo followed by an additional line text below, also in red.
Eisenhowers rolex doesnt sell at auction, and why eric wind isnt surprised sep. Newer models since 2008 have been certified to a waterproofness of 300m 1220ft and feature rolexs patended cerachrom bezels an incredibly tough ceramic substance that should outlast and outshine more. Rolex red seadweller and what books to buy about watches. A rolex double red seadweller story the versatile gent. The watch on the far right is a standard 40mm double red sea dweller reference 1665, from 1967. The story follows zanoni, who has occult powers and knows the secret to eternal life. The helium gas escape valve hev was featured and tested on the single red and double red patent pending submariner seadwellers, circa 19671969.
Reddit gives you the best of the internet in one place. And this is exactly what will happen to you when you see this amazing rail dial seadweller for real. Buy rolex seadweller wristwatches and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Navy bathyscaph trieste which in 1960 went down 7 miles into the marianas trench to set the all time depth record and it had a rolex deepsea special attached to its hull which took the ultimate licking and came up ticking.
The black dial of the sea dweller has the large hands and indices reserved for rolex professional models. Side on 1665 showing the small helium escape valve. Original matte black, luminous round, triangle and baton indexes,cream minute divisions, luminous steel skeleton hands, date. Thedouble red seadweller with the aforementioned submariner 2000 was produced from 1971 to 1977, still with a 2000ft 610m water resistance and patent pending caseback. Underneath the red sea dweller text on the single red is submariner 500 m 1650 ft. The rolex sea dweller 2000 watch case has a diameter of 40. The esquire bucket list things to do, buy, and see. Rolex seadweller 1665 double red1970soriginal 100% full p. Ive found a double red sea dweller with what looks like a super dome. Rolex 1665 sea dweller great white rare transitional 1983 vintage books papers. New rolex seadweller watch baselworld 2017 seadweller. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. The great white takes its name from the dial printing becoming all white after the double red writing sea dweller ceased production in the mid 1970s.
May 23, 2017 new rolex seadweller watch baselworld 2017 seadweller single red ref. A rolex double red seadweller story james want april 11, 20 0 comment as a watch lover and an avid vintage buyer theres one story that repeats itself time and time again in my head and im sure im not the only one, that is the unexpectedamazing basementattic find at a deceased family members house. Chronographs, cosmograph, datocompax, daytona, deep sea, double red. The history of the watch began in the late 60s, given to a relation of my wife who just happened to be a diver. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Stainless steel patent pending rolex oyster bracelet, max length. A week on the wrist the rolex seadweller reference 126600. Those are, as youd expect, called single red sea dwellers. Nice watch we buy, sell, consign and trade new and used firearms. Get the best deals on vintage rolex sea dweller when you shop the. May 18, 2008 gentleman, first of all, im glad i found this forum, im not a watch person, as a matter of fact, i dont even wear one. Tell us what you think opens in new window or tab side refine panel.
This is a bonus in my book since they original domes can still be found but its nice to see this. The history of the rolex seadweller dates back to 1967. The sea dweller reference 1665 was introduced in 1967 as rolexs biggest, baddest, most capable dive watch. Yes indeed, no typos, this is indeed the price its been advertised for. Production of the reference 1665 seadweller lasted into the early 1980s, during which time it underwent a number of minor changes. These original classic sea dweller models are rapidly increasing in value and make a great investment piece, especially when with original booklets, paperwork and rarity of pieces like this one. The double red seadweller drsd was produced for approximately 10 yrs from 1967 to 1977 with serial number range 1. The original oyster worked itself into the history books time and time again throughout the mid1900s. Firearms will need to be transferred through a ffl dealer. Heres a complete look at the fivedecade history of rolexs most dedicated tool watch. Rolex seadweller double red submariner 2000 nawcc message. We buy, sell, consign and trade new and used firearms.
Rolex an extremely rare and attractive stainless steel wristwatch. Rolex vintage double red seadweller stainless steel mens watch. Rolex encyclopedia 3 volumes 790,00 474,00 rolex encyclopedia represents the most complete work ever realized on rolex. The seadweller is the only rolex with writing on the caseback. The dial red print is very similar to the one above but the coronet is clearly printed and has a flat bottom very similar to version i. It was water resistant to 610 meters, roughly double what a 55 was rated to at the time, and featured two lines of red text reading sea dweller submariner 2000. Compagnie maritime dexpertises, aka comex, is a french company involved in deep diving. In the middle of the illustration above we see the the new for 2017 43mm rolex sea dweller.
Rail dials with 2 cs aligned vertically were produced only for a little over a year in 19771978 and are among the rarest dials in the seadweller world much rarer than. Accessories original inner and outer box with 1680 sticker, punched guarantee paper, punched guarantee booklet, hang tags, books. The history of the rolex seadweller at a glance vintage. The term the dweller on the threshold or guardian of the threshold as it is sometimes known, was originally penned by edward bulwerlytton in his love story, zanoni, in 1842. The books show, describe and analyze every rolex watch, specifying history, technical details and updated price. Rolex 1665 mk2 sea dweller double red, brown dial, thin case. Rolex 1665 sea dweller double red mkii tropical thin case. Philippe cousteau, a passionate diver and son of the legendary french naval officer and explorer, jacquesyves cousteau, was one of the first to wear this incredible watch. Philippes watch features a double red mk 1 dial with faded red colour. The very first production sea dweller was the double red sea dweller drsd. Word got out that rolex intends to increase their prices again in january, so yet another raise is. All single red seadwellers, sidebyside vintage panerai and. The swiss watch prices increase, sometimes two times a year, and the current high rate of the swiss franc doesnt help either. For instance, the recent seadweller 116600 and gmtmaster ii 116719blro with pepsi bezel are still 40 mm in diameter, but appear larger because of the dimensions of their lugs.
Unfollow rolex seadweller to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Anyone who has done any research knows that the single red sea dweller was long a myth. To begin with, we will talk about the fake rolex seadweller model double red seadweller. In the picture are various sea dwellers from 1960s to 1980s. In just a few weeks we will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the u. Rolex single red seadwellers do not require an introduction, do they. Its distinctive blue glow lasts up to eight hours with. Prototype single red rolex sea dweller of ian koblick tektite 1969. Rolex 1665 rolex reference ref id 1665 watch at chrono24.
The history of the single red seadweller has not been fully revealed yet but it can be assumed that when the feasibility of putting people for several days on the ocean floor was proven by jacques cousteau and dr. Another point some watch enthusiasts like to raise is that rolex watches are outrageously expensive. Rolex oyster precision all prices for rolex oyster. Rolex sea dweller double red mkiv dial stainless steel watch. I have a rolex seadweller submariner 2000 in my possession. This version, i have seen in a few authentic watches. The books homepage helps you explore earths biggest bookstore without ever leaving the comfort of your couch. It isnt in the greatest of shape though and it doesnt work at thi. Rolex sea dweller double red mkiv dial stainless steel watch 1665. Over several decades the rolex submariner has been improved by engineering innovation.
Rolex created the sea dweller to solve problems comex, a professional dive company, had with diving at great depths. The rolex sea dweller ref 1665 is one of the most soughtafter vintage rolex models of today. Might be interested, and its from a pretty trusted seller here michaeltravis. Doublered seadweller submariner mark ii rolex, oyster perpetual date, seadweller, submariner 2000, 2000 ft. Single red submariner date model than the 1967 reference 1665 double red seadweller, which is one of the reasons i probably love it so much. From the very first seadweller to the brand new model unveiled at baselworld this year, lets share the history of the rolex extreme divers watch. The red text would later be revived on the current 43mm ceramic bezel ref. All of this is speculation, but if i had to put my money on one 2017 rolex configuration, it would be this one.
The seadweller plexi is for the real rolex lovers, the ones that fell in love with the brand at first sight. Take a look at this top selling unworn factory rolex seadweller single red 126600 2017 on ebay. May 07, 2008 some other interesting facts about the rolex seadweller, and rolex in general. The sea dweller and submariner 2000 lines of text were both printed in red on the earliest models, leading collectors to nickname it the double red sea dweller. Youll find new or used products in rolex seadweller wristwatches on ebay. Once the testing was successfully completed and patent of the hev approved, comex placed a special order with rolex for the supply of a number of dive watches featuring the hev and case with either.
Prices for preowned models sit around 28,700 usd and have continued to rise over the last few years. The serial number dates the watch to the transition between red and white dials, so it would indicate this is the rare transitional model. They were rated to just 500 feet instead of 600, but they are so ungodly rare that any time one surfaces it is serious watchguy news. Rolex double red sea dweller ref 1665, 19734 comes with. Christies to sell controversial black dial oyster paul newman that, if real, changes the history books though we will never know.
As mentioned above, the very earliest examples of the seadweller produced even before the doublered watches had just one line of red text on the dial. Second point the history of the original owner of this watch. Rolex seadweller red black on black steel ceramic automatic mens watch 126600. Especially the socalled single red and double red versions are sold for record prizes at auctions. For the first ten years of its production, rolex manufactured the reference 1665 seadweller with both the submariner and seadweller names printed in red ink on its dial. The rolex oyster perpetual date seadweller is a line of divers watches manufactured by. This was probably the nascent moment for the sea dweller brand, the point at which this stunning series fully came out of the shadow of its forerunner the famous double red sea dweller drsd which bore the submariner brand and the moment in my mind where the sea dweller became a separate entity to the submariner. The the ultimate edition on rolex submariner, seadweller and deepsea. It looks bold and feels heavy on the wrist, but it carries that heft in a much more balanced manner when compared to how its predecessor had done. The rolex submariner sea dweller ref 1665 patent pending history us navy issue tool watch heritage. In other words, i was never a big fan of the double red seadweller as the two red lines of text contained too much red, and kind of canceled. A stainless steel double red seadweller has two lines of red. The great white takes its name from the dial printing becoming all white after the double red writing seadweller ceased production in the mid 1970s.
The dial bears the name sea dweller in red, a reference to the first model. Anyhow, the 43mmwide rolex sea dweller 126600 is the new and only rolex sea dweller in town from now on, as it fully replaces the 40mmwide sea dweller 4000. It originated as a variant of the popular submariner. This accounts for a lot of its popularity as many people love rolex watches, but arent crazy about the bubble. The double red is the quintessence of the tool watch. The sea dweller submariner 2000 watches have two red text lines on the watch dial, which led to an unofficial double red designation by watch collectors. Fine and very rare, center seconds, selfwinding, waterresistant, stainless steel divers wristwatch with double red seadweller logo, helium escape valve, date and a stainless. These two books will reveal everything, just everything. Amongst collectors, the first sea dweller models also called double red sea dwellers are legendary and are sold today for many times the original selling price. Find great deals on ebay for rolex sea dweller 16660 and rolex sea dweller 16600. You were looking for a single red sea dweller with a super dome. Rolex doublered seadweller submariner 2000 mk iv dial, ref. The rolex submariner sea dweller ref 1665 patent pending. I have a rolex sea dweller submariner 2000 in my possession.
In addition to the change in color, the submariner 2000 line of text was eliminated from the dial entirely, in an effort to draw a further distinction between the submariner and seadweller lines of watches. Bond us navy in the early 1960s, rolex began working on a super diving watch that could withstand even greater depths. Rolex submariner, seadweller deepsea books youtube. A story told in three big books that in their kind are definitely another unique. In december 2011, we presented via the vintagedb rolex blog, a pair of rolex 1665 double red patent pending seadwellers with consecutive serials, which were originally delivered to 2 divers for testing purposes while they were working for dive exploration companies other comex in the late. Silver luminous mercedes handsstainless steel case, with bidirectional turning bezel, crown. New rolex seadweller watch baselworld 2017 seadweller single red ref. In contrast, the double red sea dwellers have both sea dweller and submariner 2000 printed in red letters. Sea dwellers proud history has been firmly established upon its continuous functional evolution from the earlier model double red, followed by the great white and then onto the current version now waterproof up to 4,000 feet deep. The innovative chromalight display on the dial pushes back the boundaries of visibility in dark environments. In 2002, antiquorum set the alltime world record for a wristwatch at auction, selling a unique 1939 platinum patek philippe world time ref. Navy off the coast of bermuda, was rocking back and forth at a depth of 84 feet during the emergency ascent. Rolex 1665 seadweller great white rare transitional 1983. Apr 02, 2019 the the ultimate edition on rolex submariner, sea dweller and deepsea.
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