DrStrong
[Rolex Moderator]
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It's definitely running fine !
and it's quite amazing for a watch that has suffered so much and then has been forgotten for 20 years.
But that's why we like Rolex, or ?
I will only have it serviced because it would damage the movement to keep it running that way I guess...
And I also have a watchmaker that still has some specific parts left (HEV gasket for instance), so let's do it while I can !
Cheers
Jeff
The elusive Comex Double Red Sea Dweller
Sometimes patience is important for a collectorâ¦. After declining and missing Comex watches for the past ten years, my day also had to come... So last tuesday, I took a short car trip to meet an ex Comex diver.... This gentleman entered the Comex in ear...
wow! my jaw dropped..
the before and after is a world of difference and not to mention the immaculate provenance from the original COMEX diver, your patience paid off handsomely. more than congratulations! Great Job!
Amazing story and watch
Jeff what a great story and what an amazing watch! That's what is called an old barn find for a car. I know some retired divers. I am going to call them! Cheers Dje
Congratulations, Jeff!
Patience really did pay off for you. I cannot imagine a better way to get such a historical piece like this. I love that it was kept in a teapot for 20 years. Hmmmm.... that gives me some ideas. LOL. Getting this from one of the COMEX divers, and having t...
It won't leave my wrist...
except for the mandatory service....20 years without running !
Service???
20 years without running should be no problem. It is a Rolex after all. LOL. I hope it is not gone for long, and I am delighted to hear it is attached to your wrist. respo
It's definitely running fine !
and it's quite amazing for a watch that has suffered so much and then has been forgotten for 20 years. But that's why we like Rolex, or ? I will only have it serviced because it would damage the movement to keep it running that way I guess... And I also h...
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aaaa, euuuuuh, hmmmmm I am very sorry Jeff, I just can't think correctly any more. Best regards A completely stunned Francois
Wow. A great story and watch.
Thanks for sharing Jeff. Does Rolex authenticate or verify such watches? - SJX
To me...
...there is not much to authentificate here. But I can try to learn more from Rolex about these early deliveries in general. Cheers Jeff
This is one unbelievable story
I can't imagine the whirl of emotions you had after your friend told you about opportunity to have such rare beast and after becoming new owner Great thank you for sharing damian
Great shoot...Great...
Great shoot...Great watch...Great story... Everything Goooood!!! Thanks for sharing... Best Chung
Wow,wow ,wow!
A great find and with such provenance! I can see the grin on your face from here Thanks for sharing a wonderful story. cheers fernando
WOOOOWWWW Jeff....biggest congrats.....
.....what an amazing catch !!! Wonderful watch with an unbelievable nice provenance........BREATHTAKING !! Enjoy this rarity every second. Best Matthias
Yes Matthias....
...I'm sure you appreciate the brown dial as much as I do ;-) Cheers Jeff
Great story Jeff!!!!!!!!!!!!!
And what a great watch, I love the coler of those tropic MK2 dials. Enjoy!!!!!! Cheers, Bas.nl
Yes, those Mk2 dials are cool....
....and when you know the history of the first 1665's - which were really experimental watches - you think that maybe there are some even earlier Comex SD's somewhere ! Cheers Jeff
Goodonyou Jeff ;-)
Congratulations Jeff ! Seems like your long patience finally gave some fruit, and what a Comex. I have only seen one other 1665 DRSD Comex and that was on an auction. But what I am searching and looking after is in many cases more the history / provenance...
There are also later Comex DRSD's...
but commemorative watches given to famous divers after depth records. They have mk4 dials and no Comex issue numbers. (Photos: Daniel Bourne) Cheers Jeff This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2009-11-25 01:36:56...
Great, Jeff!!
what a nice post!. I´m really happy because you found this Rare Bird. Thanks for the interesting and great reading and big congrats! Best Emilio
Congratulations.
Also fantastic to see one of these that has been used and used hard.
Yes if the watch could speak....
...it also would have amazing stories to tell ! Cheers Jeff
wonderful story+wonderful watch
the watch is obviously beautiful and a rare find. but its the story that really makes it special. as always, wear in the very best of health kevin
Can't believe it!
Wow, Jeff...That's crazy! I didn't know that the DRSD may come as a Comex Watch, I always thought it was a jocke! The Deep Brown dial and the patina of the indexes are pure madness, and in this context, the red writings are nothing else than the cherry on...
There is a very small issue number
really tiny, like on the early 5513 Comex. Cheers Jeff
Wow what a story - the real deal in so many ways
Jeff, You lucky, lucky guy! I just love reading these stories. The history is worth even more than the watch. That is why I love vintage! Enjoy Rene
Yes Rene....
that's exactly what makes these toolwatches so exciting ! And I hope to get more informations and pictures from the diver. Cheers Jeff
I'm Jealous !!!!!!
What a beauty !!!!! Finnaly it happened , straight from the diver owner All the best Jay
No you're not !
I know that you're happy for your old friend ;-) By the way, how about a post about your single red SD sometime ? Or your stunning brown 5513 ? Cheers Jeff
fantastic
Dr. Strong I think this rolex waked up to find you ! great story, it gives me confidence that my tornek rayville will find me some days ;-) keep on surfing Stephan
Something like that Stephan...
as you cannot imagine how many coincidences it took for me and the watch to find each other ! Cheers Jeff
This confirms …
… how protective the antioxidants in tea are! And the tannins obviously seeped into that dial. J Wonderful colours and a lovely looking watch. All topped off by a fantastic story. Great to see your new watch; congratulations, Jeff. Andrew
Yes Andrew...
all the Mk2 DRSD dials turn to brown....I love paint issues ;-) Cheers Jeff
I almost fell asleep sitting behind ...
... my computer untill i read your story ! My congrats too Jeff, a truly remarkable find, something you probably never even dreamed off ! PS. Don't leave it in YOUR tea-pot the comig 20 years Filip
Obviously
watches are not important for Comex divers....can you imagine that the guy litteraly threw the watch at me when we had a deal ? Amazing people.... Cheers Jeff
Fantastic piece of history
Congrats on a great find and thanks for sharing this rarity with us! HAGWE Asi
Ten watches have been delivered for testing, how many have survived ?
I was lucky to find one ! Cheers Jeff
Congratulations, Jeff!
That's an amazing find. The watch on its own is already an exceedingly attractive piece, but coupled with its provenance becomes even more desirable. I'm really happy for you! Thanks for sharing your good fortune! May you enjoy the watch for many years to...
The best and rarest Jeff
I am not sure that we fully realize the importance of the ten 1665 DRSD along with some 5513 from the first ever Rolex batch delivered to Comex in january 1971. This batch started it all. Maybe one day collectors will start to understand the importance of...
Yes Eric....
...I'm also a big fan of the first batch: no box, no papers, no logo dial....but the only 200 Rolex Comex that have for sure all been tested in extreme conditions during the fascinating experimental time of the pioneers.... Thanks again for the kind words...
Many congrats, Jeff....
....what a delicious story...but moreover.....what a delicious watch. Indeed a treasure but also of utmost importance....! Thanks for sharing. Best, Mark
UN GRAND BRAVO
I was just flooding in this beautiful place when I sw that ! The watch is just a dream, the provenance is incredible...! I respect a lot this sort of catch, not just a money story ! Enjoy your dreamcomexwatch Jeff ! Quentin
AMAZING POST!! what a catch Jeff!! Very well done, and a great history...
...you've captured with this watch. It is absolutely beautiful. thankyou for sharing this with us!! Cheers Tony
The watch and this post is awesome - So much depth and knowledge
I was refreshing my screen when I saw this "New" post. I love it when they surface. There is so much information on the site that we need to share. Best Bill
I definitely...
...have to write something someday about the second watch I got from the same source....;-)
Rolex Comex Double Red Sea-Dweller - wow
The Comex DRSD is a real beast. This divers really had a wild life. This report is always a pleasure to read and enjoy. And we lern something new everyday. Many thanks Bill
Thanks Bill
...the watch with Rolex confirmation letter and more pictures from the diver... ...
What a beautiful and interesting timepiece Jeff! and ...
... with an awesome story and provenance!! I enjoyed so much your presentation, and read it with great interest. I´m happy for you with such an extraordinary finding, and I wish you´ll keep enjoying wearing it so much. Thank you so much for sharing! Cor...
More than 4 years late .. Hopefully not too late ..
Let me just say: what a piece, what a man and what a story !! - simply AWESOME and Captivating Thank you - also today again, when coincidently browsed the forum and stumbled on the link.. Best, hs PS: being a humble rolex newbie, who has acculated several...