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Rolex Ref. 1665 Oyster Perpetual SEA-Dweller

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The iconic Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 1665, a quintessential diver's watch from the 1970s. Crafted with a stainless steel case in three parts, featuring a screw back and crown, this timepiece is designed for the depths. It boasts a revolving bidirectional graduated black bezel and a pioneering gas escape valve at nine o'clock, enhancing its deep-sea capabilities. The watch features a rare tropical dark brown, almost chocolate dial, famously adorned with the double "RED" inscription, making it a highly sought-after model among collectors for its unique aesthetic and functional prowess.

The watch is accompanied by our certificate of authenticity and legitimate provenance

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Technical Card

Brand: Rolex

Reference: 1665

Material: Stainless Steel

Movement: Self winding, Cal 1570

Model: Sea-Dweller

Series: Tropical

Year: 1974

Function: Diver

Case Diameter: 40mm

Case Thickness: N/A

Bracelet: Rolex Oyster Steel ref 93150

Conditions: Very Good

Dial:
Original black dial with a change color "Tropical", mark 3 white graphic, window for the date at three o clock, tritium indexes and mercedez hands in stainless steel. Centre seconds.

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