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James (jenjames) shares a personal perspective on the Rolex DeepSea, highlighting why this robust diver remains a long-time favorite in his collection. His striking photography, featuring a clean white aesthetic, offers a fresh look at a watch often associated with deep-sea exploration. This post invites readers to appreciate the DeepSea's design and presence through a collector's lens.
The Sea-Dweller reference 116600 marked the return of the 40mm case size for the model, a dimension that had been absent from the Sea-Dweller lineup for some time. This reference reintroduced several classic Sea-Dweller design elements, distinguishing it from its larger contemporary, the Sea-Dweller 4000. It was produced for a relatively short period, making it a notable transitional model within the brand's professional tool watch offerings.
This reference features a stainless steel case measuring 40mm in diameter and 15.3mm in thickness. It is equipped with a unidirectional rotating bezel made of black ceramic with a 60-minute graduation. The watch is powered by the automatic caliber 3135, offering a power reserve of approximately 48 hours. A sapphire crystal protects the black dial, which includes a date complication without the cyclops lens, a characteristic feature of the Sea-Dweller line.
Appealing to collectors who appreciate traditional proportions and the technical capabilities of a professional dive watch, the 116600 is recognized for its blend of heritage design and modern materials. Its limited production run contributes to its appeal among enthusiasts seeking a Sea-Dweller with a more classic case size and specific aesthetic details, such as the matte-like black dial and the absence of the cyclops over the date.
Love the strap. Super cool.
My 126660 with standard bracelet says hello Cheers Thomas
I would have bought this in a heartbeat if I have not already own the first gen DSSD black and the first gen DSSD D Blue. Lovely shot too! π» James
I have to say this watch sits perfectly on my 16,5 cm wrist and wears very comfortably. There are many improvements noticeable (lugs, bracelet, hands and of course the movement including a higher PR of 70 hours). But yours are the βclassicβ references. π Cheers Thomas
You own so many grails and have such a sophisticated taste! Best Thomas
my collection significantly. Now the (watch!) fever starts again. At least virtually at the moment. π Best Thomas
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