The history of this Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea
The House of Rolex has forged its reputation by designing absolutely reliable instruments for underwater exploration. Heir to a technical and historic collaboration between Rolex and Comex, the Sea-Dweller range embodies the professional tool par excellence in diving watches. Originally designed to provide divers with an infallible instrument for delicate decompression phases, it has naturally evolved to withstand the extreme conditions of the deep sea. The Rolex Deepsea represents the culmination of this oceanic quest. This watch, referenced 126660, continues the tradition of innovation that began in 1967 and paved the way for the current 136660. Today, it has established itself as a must-have timepiece for enthusiasts of cutting-edge engineering and remains the companion of choice for deep-sea exploration.
Case, caliber and bracelet of this Sea-Dweller
This model features a 44 mm case fashioned from Oystersteel steel, a particularly robust alloy developed by the Manufacture. Its architecture responds to strict technical requirements, integrating the Ringlock System supported by a grade 5 titanium caseback and an indispensable helium valve. The black dial offers optimum legibility in all conditions, framed by a rotating bezel with a scratch-resistant ceramic insert. The Triplock crown ensures perfect water-resistance. At the heart of this watch beats the calibre 3235 self-winding mechanical movement, certified as a superlative chronometer. This mechanism boasts a comfortable 70-hour power reserve. The watch is fitted with an Oyster bracelet featuring the Glidelock extension system and Fliplock mesh. Its guaranteed water-resistance to 3,900 meters makes it a truly professional instrument.
Why this Rolex watch
Opting for a pre-owned Rolex Deepsea means acquiring a timepiece with assumed proportions and accomplished technicality. The models of this generation benefit from excellent balance on the wrist thanks to refined lugs and a judiciously widened bracelet. Less common than a traditional Rolex diver's watch, this Sea-Dweller is aimed at the enthusiast in search of an assertive watchmaking presence. Unlike vintage dive watches, a modern Deepsea offers contemporary mechanical tranquility. The second-hand market makes it possible to integrate this technical reference into one's collection with appreciable availability, offering the right balance between aesthetic pleasure and raw performance.
Delivered contents and condition
This Rolex Sea-Dweller watch is delivered to you complete with its original box and documents dated 2021. The case contains the box, overbox, international warranty card and user manuals. The timepiece is in very good overall condition. Slight traces of normal use remain on the steel, testifying to its history and confirming the care taken by its previous owner. At the buyer's request, a light professional polishing can be carried out by our workshops to restore it to its original lustre.
Warranty and delivery
This timepiece benefits from a 24-month The Swiss Collector warranty. Your order can be picked up personally at one of our sales locations in Switzerland or shipped to you via a highly secure, fully insured and tracked delivery service.
* Very good condition - watch already worn and polished. Slight signs of external wear. Case and bracelet in excellent overall condition.
