Sea-Dweller Triple Six 16660
1978–19899 variants
The first sapphire-crystal Sea-Dweller, with a thicker case, a larger gas escape valve and a unidirectional bezel, doubling the rating to 4,000 ft / 1,220 m. Quickset date via cal. 3035; the date disc turned off-white from silver. Made alongside the 1665 until 1983. Early casebacks read “Rolex Patent”, later ones “Rolex Oyster Original Gas Escape Valve”.
Variants over time
Faded ends mark approximate or unknown dates. Years are as stated by the cited sources.
Reference specifications
- Brand
- Rolex
- Model
- Sea-Dweller
- Reference
- 16660
- Category
- Diver
- Production
- 1978–1989
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case diameter
- 40 mm
- Water resistance
- 1220 m
More specifications (5)
- Chronometer
- Yes
- Date
- Yes
- Crystal
- Flat sapphire, no Cyclops
- Movement
- Automatic
Read more
- Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Sea-DwellerRead more at HODINKEE (opens in a new tab)
- The History of the Rolex Sea-Dweller, The Crown’s Ultimate Dive WatchRead more at Monochrome (opens in a new tab)
- Rolex Sea-Dweller 16660 “Triple Six” Ultimate GuideRead more at Bob's Watches (opens in a new tab)