RolexSea-Dweller

While the Sea-Dweller was initially designed as a robust, no-nonsense tool watch, its identity has evolved over the years to become much more of a luxury item. In 2019, Rolex decided to honour the model’s legacy by releasing a two-tone ‘Rolesor’ version in steel and 18K yellow gold.

While some might consider the combination of gold on a hardcore dive watch somewhat of an oxymoron, this Sea-Dweller carries its precious metal remarkably well. The rotating bezel, crown, and bracelet centre links are all fashioned from gold, as are the hands and hour markers on the dial. To match these warm tones, the ‘SEA-DWELLER’ script is inscribed on the dial in a gold-tone.

Despite its more opulent personality, the watch still has genuine utility and is equipped with the same impressive 4000ft of waterproofness as the all-steel variant. Rolex’s latest generation calibre 3235 movement is housed underneath the screw-down case back and features a 70-hour power reserve, Chronometer certification, and is tested after casing to a tolerance of +2 to -2 seconds per day.

This 2021 example is offered in unworn condition and is within the bounds of the seller’s AA grading. Some factory stickers are in place around the crown guards and clasp. The sale includes the watch’s box, warranty card, purchase receipt from Watches of Switzerland, sleeve, booklet and swing tags. Rolex’s five-year warranty provides cover until 2026.

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