Matte Dial
Sea-Dweller Triple Six 16660 — Matte Dial
1978–c. 1984
Early dial with painted tritium plots and no metal surrounds, the vintage-looking “transitional” version, worth more than the glossy dial. Replaced by the glossy dial in 1983/84.
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Identifying details
- Date
Date display.
- Helium escape valve
One-way valve on the left flank of the case.
Variants of 16660
Reference overview →| Variant | Production |
|---|---|
| Matte DialCurrent | 1978–c. 1984 |
| Matte Dial · Matte Dial Mark 1 | Undated |
| Matte Dial · Matte Dial Mark 2 | Undated |
| Glossy Dial | c. 1983–1989 |
Case & movement
- Reference
- 16660
- Production
- 1978–c. 1984
- Case serials
- c. 5.9M–8.5M
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Case diameter
- 40 mm
- Water resistance
- 1220 m
- Crystal
- Flat sapphire, no Cyclops
- Movement
- Automatic
More specifications (3)
- Chronometer
Movement
Rolex 3035
Higher-beat date caliber that brought quickset date to the Sea-Dweller with the ref. 16660. Its balance is held by a cock rather than a full bridge, and its hairspring is glued. Also used in the Datejust, Submariner and Date.
Automatic · Introduced 1977 · 28,800 vph · 27 jewels · 42 h reserve
Read more
- 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)
- Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex Sea-DwellerRead more at HODINKEE (opens in a new tab)