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Rolex Sea-Dweller Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 MK3 Matte Dial

Ref. no. 1665

Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (1/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (2/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (3/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (4/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (5/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (6/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (7/8)
Rolex Sea-Dweller 1665 (1979) - Black dial 40 mm Steel case (8/8)
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Description

The Rolex Sea-Dweller was introduced in 1967 as the ultimate tool watch for professional saturation divers. Its development was driven by a very real challenge faced by the commercial deep-sea diving industry. During the 1960s, commercial divers working on pioneering saturation diving projects—such as France's COMEX and the U.S. Navy's SEALAB program—spent days living and working inside pressurised underwater habitats while breathing a helium-rich gas mixture known as Heliox. Because helium molecules are exceptionally small, they could penetrate the watch's rubber gaskets and accumulate inside the case. During decompression, the trapped helium expanded faster than it could escape, creating enough internal pressure to force the acrylic crystal from the watch. To solve this problem, Rolex co-developed and patented the Helium Escape Valve (HEV). Positioned at 9 o'clock on the case, this ingenious one-way valve automatically releases excess helium once the internal pressure reaches a critical level, preventing damage to the crystal and ensuring the watch remains watertight and fully functional. Offered here is the inaugural Sea-Dweller reference, the legendary ref. 1665, dating to 1979. The watch features a beautifully preserved case paired with a gently faded black bezel insert, giving it the unmistakable character collectors love to see. The matte black MK3 dial is in excellent condition and displays an attractive warm yellow patina across the lume plots and hands, adding just the right amount of vintage charm while remaining wonderfully balanced. The watch is fitted with an Oyster bracelet, reference 93150, complete with 585 end links and a clasp stamped "VD," all presented in excellent condition. Inside beats a movement that has been fully serviced by our watchmaker and is ready to provide many years of reliable enjoyment. The Sea-Dweller ref. 1665 is more than just another vintage Rolex—it is a genuine piece of professional diving history. Built to solve a real-world engineering challenge, it remains one of the purest expressions of Rolex's tool-watch philosophy and an essential reference for any serious vintage Rolex collection. From the depths of the ocean to the heart of a great collection, this Sea-Dweller is ready for its next custodian! Specifications: Rolex Sea-Dweller Reference 1665 40mm steel case , gentle faded bezel insert Serial 6153xxx dating to 1979 Mk3 dial with warm, yellow patina Solid-link Oyster bracelet 93150 with 585 end links Fully serviced by our watchmaker One-year mechanical warranty Free worldwide FedEx Priority shipping

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Ad. no. BBBBBBEHGB
Brand Rolex
Reference no. 1665
Category Vintage
Year of production 1979
Gender Unisex
Availability Ready to ship in 1-3 days
State Pre-owned
Condition Very good
Original papers No
Original box No
Price € 15.450
Warranty Yes
Dealer Product Code W-3861

Caliber

Movement Automatic

Case

Case size 40 mm
Case material Steel
Bezel material Steel
Crystal Plexiglass
Water resistance 60 ATM
Dial Black

Bracelet

Bracelet material Steel
Bracelet color Steel
Clasp Fold clasp
Clasp materials Steel

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Article type
Watch
Brand
Rolex
Reference no.
1665

Manufacturer

Rolex SA
Genève
Switzerland
Website
www.rolex.com

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Dompropst-Ketzer-Straße 1 - 9
50667 Köln
Germany
Email
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