We are introducing the Mark I Ref. 1665 of the Red Sea-Dwelle this timer. The Red Sea-Dweller is a watch that is becoming rarer every year, and the Mark I is even rarer. It is now a rare antique watch. The first generation of the Sea-Dweller was probably produced from 1967 to 1983. In the early stage, the dial was printed with [SUBMARINER 2000] [SEA-DWELLER] and all in red fonts, so we call it the [Double Red Sea-Dweller] or [Red Sea-Dweller]. It was produced until the late 1970s. Who sells the best replica watches?
Next, let’s get to the point. This is a Ref. 1665 [Red Sea-Dweller] Mark I produced in 1969. It has a unique dial texture, so it has a strong presence. In the past, the Mark I dial was also called the “Pink Sea-Dweller” because the “SEA-Dweller” mark faded to pink. In addition, the dial also has a “fish scale” shape (that is, it has a bumpy feel). The information currently available has this feature, and it can be seen that it has a brown texture that was common in the 1970s. The “biscuit-style” tritium luminous paint is also perfect. The “biscuit-style” here refers to the uneven surface of the glowing paint, similar to biscuits. In addition, the “SUBMARINER200” text on the Mark I dial is extensive compared to other types, which is also a significant feature. Rolex replicas for sale.
Its bezel is Mark III, which looks slightly gray in the picture. This bezel matches the texture of the Mark I dial very well. I don’t know why most of the bezels of the “Red Sea-Dweller” I have seen have been replaced, so the bezel of this year is also one of the goals to pursue.
The case in the picture looks polished, but it still maintains the original shape of Ref.1665, and it looks full and thick. Of course, the back cover must be engraved with [PATENT], an essential accessory like the dial. The Mark I dial must be matched with this back cover to get the proper evaluation. The back cover with linear LOGO engraving has a serial number on the inside, so if it is replaced, it is irreversible. The engraving of [PENDING] indicates that the watch was released when the patent was still being applied, which is very interesting and full of stories.
The strap is a 9315/280 folding strap, which does not look loose and maintains a good appearance. In addition, the [PAT.PEND] engraving on the extension buckle is also perfect. The year engraving on the middle plate of the buckle is 70 years 2, so it is a year-to-year within the slight difference range. Occasionally, some friends think that the first grain number of Ref.1665 must be 85 series. It also has 280, 285, 580, and 585. They were not distinguished when released at the time, which has also been confirmed from the existing data, so it does not affect the value judgment.
Ref.1665 [Red Letter Sea Dweller] Mark I dial is more difficult to get than [Paul Newman], so the pictures and information shared above can be a good reference in the future. The rarer the watch, the more problems with its dial, or the year may need to be corrected. Anyway, there is almost no perfect watch.
Engine: Rolex Calibre 2836/2813
Case Thickness: 15mm
Brand: Rolex
Model: 116610LN
Gender: Men’s
Case Color: Silver-tone
Series: Submariner