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ROLEX – A fne and very attractive stainless steel wristwatch with date, bracelet, gas escape valve and “Rail”-dial
Manufacturer
Rolex
Year
1978
Reference No.
1665
Movement No.
D593’559
Case No.
5’746’092
Model Name
Sea-Dweller “Great White” Mark II “Rail”
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Automatic, cal.1570, 26 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, reference 93150, end links stamped 585, max length 210mm
Clasp/Buckle
Folding deployant clasp with diver extension
Dimensions
39mm. Diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed
Estimate CHF 8,000-12,000 $8,300-12,400 €7,300-11,000
Referred to by collectors as the “Great White”, to enhance the soberness created by the lack of bright colors on the dial, the present watch is the successor of the “Double Red” Sea-Dweller. Launched in 1977 when Rolex stopped using red lettering, the “Great White” dials like its predecessor underwent several evolutions. The present dial with the “C” of Chronometer lined up with the “C” of Certifed of the line below is part of the second generation of dials known as the Mark II Rail Dial. The present example is overall excellent condition, and stands out by its homogeneously aged luminous material on the hour markers and hands. Both have turned to the warmest “crème brulée” color possible, giving the watch its stunning vintage appearance.
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