Introduction
Debuting in 1967, with the specific aim of bolstering Rolex's dive watch offering, the Rolex Sea-Dweller built upon the industry-leading dive watch credentials that the Submariner had earned Rolex over the previous 14 years. Created specifically with professional divers in mind, Rolex collaborated with diving companies like COMEX to perfect the Sea-Dweller's design and ensure it would be the ultimate dive watch. Featuring the ingenious Helium-Escape Valve that Rolex had patented the same year, a hugely impressive water resistance, and a sizeable case design, the Sea-Dweller rightfully toppled the Submariner as Rolex's most hardcore dive watch. Today offered in a few separate styles such as two-tone, with various dials, and in two different case sizes (43mm and 44mm), the Sea-Dweller has taken a leaf from the rest of Rolex's offerings and merged its tool-watch focused design with tasteful aesthetics, to create one of the most sought-after and best-equipped dive watches that any diver might ever need.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$8,000 – $10,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
43mm
Model
Sea-Dweller
Movement
Automatic cal. 3235
Reference
126600
Bracelet
Stainless steel Oyster bracelet
Year
2018
Condition
Near mint
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box, papers, and hangtag
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
With its jet black dial, the Sea-Dweller retains its impeccable legibility with Rolex's signature luminous dots and Mercedes hour hand. Additionally, with its red inscription at 6 o'clock, it is immediately reminiscent of the vintage Sea-Dwellers that came before it.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Fitted with a hulking 43mm case, the Sea-Dweller is an imposing beast standing proudly as one of the largest and most robust timepieces Rolex has ever offered.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint condition. The case has partial factory stickers in place. There are three light scratches on the case side on the lower lug, crown side, as well as minor marks near the rear of the lugs caused by the springbars. The case back sticker is still in place. The dial is perfect. The bracelet is like new and currently fits an 8" wrist and has 10 links, 3 of which are removable. Comes complete with box and papers and a Rolex pouch.
Our Perspective
A refreshed icon that pays homage to the earliest Sea-Dwellers with its red text on the dial, this model is one that brings the professional diver's weapon of choice into the modern age.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
