Lot Essay
EUR7,700-9,600
Launched in 1967, the celebrated Sea-Dweller reference 1665 was the first wristwatch designed for use in saturation diving. Fitted with a Rolex patent valve in the band the model is guaranteed water resistance to a depth of 610 meters. The valve was first developed on the Submariner model and allows helium and other gases to escape, enabling the watch to withstand compression.
Launched in 1967, the celebrated Sea-Dweller reference 1665 was the first wristwatch designed for use in saturation diving. Fitted with a Rolex patent valve in the band the model is guaranteed water resistance to a depth of 610 meters. The valve was first developed on the Submariner model and allows helium and other gases to escape, enabling the watch to withstand compression.