Chronoscope Collector Watches presents the undisputed king of dive watches: The Rolex Sea-Dweller 16660 “Triple Six.”
Introduced in 1978, it marked a bold evolution, doubling its depth rating to 4,000 feet while adding a sapphire crystal, quickset date, and improved helium escape valve.
A true transitional icon, it blends vintage charm and modern capability, being the ultimate go-anywhere, do-anything Rolex.
Please refer to the high-resolution pictures to assess the condition of the watch.
MODEL / REFERENCE: Rolex Sea Dweller reference 16660. The serial number dates its production to circa 1986. This watch was sold by Bucherer in February 1988, according to the paperwork.
DIAL: The black dial hints the MK 4 variation of the “bicchierini” gloss type, made by Lmerich. The white imprint is sharp and complete all the way to the open chapter and “Swiss-T<25” signature at 6 o’clock. The surface is virtually flawless.
The date window at 3 o’clock has a clean disc with crisp numbers that feature the correct font.
The applied markers are intact, from their white gold surrounds to the Tritium infill. They have aged to acquire a sublime beige tone. The Mercedes handset is in gorgeous condition and has aged to a lighter shade to the markers’ color tone.
CRYSTAL: The Sapphire crystal sits slightly taller than the bezel. It comes free from any marks or blemishes.
CASE: The 40mm Oyster case has polished sides and brushed top surfaces that transition with prominent bevels. The drilled lugs span 48mm from tip to tip.
The surface displays minimal signs of wear throughout. On the left side, the Helium Escape Valve shows no apparent wear or issues.
Unidirectional stainless-steel bezel with a black, graduated Aluminum insert. It displays light scratches and a small mark near the 12-minute graduation. The luminous pearl is present and has acquired a nice patina.
CASEBACK: The stainless-steel case back displays few faint traces of wear to the polished section, which retains crisp engraved text and intact knurling. The sticker in the center is intact and shows the correct reference.
The inner side shows the correct stamps and reference number.
An extra case back is also supplied with the watch.
CROWN: Signed Rolex “Triplock” crown that closes securely and operates as intended.
MOVEMENT: The COSC certified, cal. 3035 with quick-set date function and hacking seconds is in full working order and keeps accurate time.
BRACELET: Rolex Oyster bracelet reference 93160 with signed clasp and 592 end-links. An extra links are also supplied.
ACCESSORIES: Original inner and outer boxes, as well as the original paperwork from Bucherer, Luzern. A Rolex anchor is also supplied.
WARRANTY: We guarantee the authenticity of the watch. We also provide 12 months guarantee for the correct function of this timepiece. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions.
Please feel free to ask questions; we will be glad to answer. Personal or virtual viewing is available by appointment.
13,600 CHF
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund
We provide safe transaction and shipping
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Our business is built on your trust. We guarantee all our timepiece are authentic and as described / pictured or you will receive a full refund.
We guarantee the functionality of our watches. Please refer to the guarantee period stated in each product description. All guarantees are subject to the General Terms and Conditions (GTC)
Excluded from the warranty for defects are the accuracy, waterproof / water resistance, wear of the wristband and general wear and tear, scratches on the wristband or case, and damage to the glass / crystal.
CHRONOSCOPE is not liable for defects to the products caused by improper handling by the buyer or any third parties, as well as for general wear and tear.
The warranty for defects is null and void if the customer or a third-party attempt to repair the products themselves, unless prior specific written agreements have been made with CHRONOSCOPE
The compensation for the violation of contractual obligations by CHRONOSCOPE is limited to the amount paid by the buyer.
Due to the nature of vintage timepieces, all watches are sold as is. We will accurately describe the current condition and working order of all watches we sell to the best of our ability. Given that vintage watches are antique collector items, we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless it is mentioned in the product description.
We check all watches when listing the watch for sales, and again before shipping. In rare cases, shipping can cause the movement problems. Therfore, please check all functions of the watch upon receipt. Should you find any issues, please notifiy us by email without dealy.
In the unlikely case you should not be satisfied with the watch you receive, contact us and we will work towards finding a solution.
We always looking for interesting vintage and contemporary watches and offer fair values. Please send us some pictures & a discription of what you have, and we will be glad to come back to you with an offer.
If you buy a watch from us, we can also offer a trade-in option.
Swiss Vintage Chronographs, for example Omega, Longines, Breitling, Heuer, Leonidas, Angelus, Excelsior Park, Zenith, Wakmann, Wittnauer but also other lesser known Swiss brands.
Swiss Vintage Watches: for example dives watches of various brands, but also dress watches in steel or gold
Contemporary Swiss Watches such as Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Zenith etc.
Quartz watches only from Rolex, Tudor, Omega, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piquet, IWC Vacheron Constatin and other High-End Swiss brands
Digital watches, only from Omega, Girard Perregaux and a few other High-End Swiss Brands
Ladies watches
Pocket watches
Japanese watches (not that they are not good, but i dont have much knowledge there)
Quartz & watches
We need pictures and a brief description of the watches that you intend to sell
Your price expectation, if you already have any
Send us your information by email to sourcing_chronoscope@gmail.com
We guarantee the authenticy and the function of the watch *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
In case the watch should not be as described and pictured, you have the right to return it to us and we will issue a full refund *
* pleaese refer to the warranty and returns policy, as well as to the General Terms and Conditions.
We provide safe transaction and shipping.
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