Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller stainless steel gent...

Hammer

£5,800

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date Sea-Dweller stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, ref. 16600, serial no. 6548xxx, circa 1980, black bezel, the dial with Mercedes hands, sweep centre seconds and date aperture, gas escape valve, cal. 30365 27 jewel movement,  Oyster 9393160 bracelet, 42mm, with the original bracelet 

** This watch has an interesting history, owned from new and worn by the vendor who was a commercial North Sea diver from 1970 until 1985. Included in the sale are his diving credentials, dive records and related photographs

More Information

Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - good.
Glass - surface scratches and rim chip - see image.
Hands - light marks.
Case - surface marks present from general wear, the bezel insert has seized with pearl missing and damage at the 12 position, the inside case back has several service inscription - see images.
Crown - adjusts correctly .
Bracelet - surface marks and scratches, it comes with the original bracelet - both of good size.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained