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Patrickmaniac provides an exclusive look at the Rolex Deepsea Challenge exhibition in Singapore, showcasing the monumental dive watches that conquered the Mariana Trench. His post features detailed images of both the historic 1960 Deep Sea Special and the modern Deepsea Challenge 2012, alongside models of the submersibles. This visual tour offers a rare glimpse into Rolex's unparalleled achievements in deep-sea horology.
The MONSTER is in Singapore from 15 to 18 Jan 2013.
All pics taken from iphone so pls pardon the image sharpness etc.
Open to the Public and managed to sneak in for a couple of moments during lunchtime.
The model of the boat that made the 1st adventure
The one the started it all: Deep Sea Special 1960
A cross sectional view of the model
a closer look
The MONSTER
A cross sectional view
Some specs comparison
Different "boats" for the journey
a little gift.
Next stop I heard is Indonesia or Thailand.
cheers
PAt
This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2013-01-17 00:56:28 This message has been edited by amanico on 2013-01-19 21:45:15
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.
The profile of the DS 1960 is really something. Much more spectacular than the current proto. The current proto has unhuman dimensions ( 51, 4 mm diameter / 28, 5 mm thickness ) which make it impossible to wear in normal conditions. I find it has less character than the original, though, and that the hands seem a bit lost in this big watch. Well, this is a proto, and it seems that the production wwill not see the light. A re issue of the 1960 watch would have driven me crazy... Best, Nicolas
DS 1950? shd be DS1960? It reminds me of the Panerai compass with the case and domed glass. The DS2012 is really quite a MONSTER and I'm not sure of the practical wearing aspect. More of a scientific experiment? cheers PAt
It has certainly been made to enhance Rolex competence on water resistance watches. But I am also pretty sure that IF Rolex decided to make a short run of these, they would sell in a flash... Best, Nicolas
cheers PAt
I do remember an old post where i said that the deepsea challenge should be used as a paperweight. Now, it's done. Guillaume
quite an expensive one if that happens. cheers PAt
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