CIRCA: 1984 CASE NUMBER: 8390754
CASE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
CASE DIMENSIONS: 40 mm
DIAL: Black dial with tritium luminous hour markers and date window at the "3" hour marker.
BRACELET MATERIAL: Rolex-signed stainless steel ref. no. 93150 with "S" date stamp
BRACELET SIZE: 6-3/4 inches - 7-3/4 inches
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time and date
CALIBER: 3035
The Rolex Sea-Dweller is less well known than its Submariner sibling, but the beefier case plays an important role in horology, specifically in deep sea diving. The inclusion of a thicker case and domed crystal, as well as the patented helium escape valve, enable the Sea-Dweller to reach depths of up to three times that of the Submariner. The present watch is a complete and original example in excellent condition.
Condition
Dial and hands in excellent condition. Luminous material in the dial and hands fully intact, in excellent condition, and appears original to the watch. Case perhaps lightly polished and in excellent condition with very few light surface scratches. Bracelet with minimal stretch and with few faint scratches. Movement running at time of cataloging. Overall in pristine, excellent condition.
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