RolexDeepsea

KEY FACTS

• A latest-gen example of Rolex’s Deepsea Sea-Dweller D-Blue retailed this year
• Offered by a private collector based in the UK
• A one-owner example purchased from an authorised Rolex dealer in the UK
• Presented with its box, outside sleeve, warranty card, wallet, booklets, and swing tags
• Covered by Rolex’s five-year warranty until 2028
• Graded ‘AA’ for by the vendor who advises the watch is in unworn condition

FUNCTIONS

• ​Hours, minutes, seconds and date
• Powered by the chronometer-certified calibre 3235 movement
• Automatic winding with a 70-hour power reserve
• Helium escape valve and Ringlock system
• Waterproof to 3900 metres
• Unidirectional dive bezel with ceramic insert

SUMMARY

As Rolex’s most hardcore diver, the D-Blue takes on all of the Deepsea’s technical capabilities including the impressive 12,800 feet / 3,900 metres of waterproofness but introduces some aesthetic changes that set it apart from the standard model. These include a distinctive blue-to-black gradient face and “DEEPSEA” script that has been moved to the bottom half of the dial and coloured bright green to match Cameron’s submarine. The latest iteration of this model, the ref. 136660 as we see here, was introduced in 2022 and features subtle changes to its immediate predecessor such as a narrower bezel design, a slightly larger date window, and the absence of the bracelet’s Fliplock extension link.

The Deepsea makes its intentions clear as a robust dive watch with a stainless steel case measuring 44mm in diameter and over 17.5mm thick. Despite the size, Rolex has fitted the watch with a titanium case back to reduce weight and enhance comfort. Powering the watch is Rolex’s latest generation calibre 3235 movement with a 70-hour power reserve, chronometer certification, and is tested after casing to a tolerance of +2 to -2 seconds per day.

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