New Release
Jon (GWIS) shares his initial impressions and photographs of the new yellow gold Rolex Deepsea, spotted in a Bucherer case. His candid take on its wrist presence and aesthetic offers a valuable perspective, prompting a discussion among collectors about the watch's audacious design and technical prowess. This piece explores whether Rolex's latest Deepsea iteration hits the mark for its intended audience.
The Sea-Dweller reference 116600 marked the return of the 40mm case size for the model, a dimension that had been absent from the Sea-Dweller lineup for some time. This reference reintroduced several classic Sea-Dweller design elements, distinguishing it from its larger contemporary, the Sea-Dweller 4000. It was produced for a relatively short period, making it a notable transitional model within the brand's professional tool watch offerings.
This reference features a stainless steel case measuring 40mm in diameter and 15.3mm in thickness. It is equipped with a unidirectional rotating bezel made of black ceramic with a 60-minute graduation. The watch is powered by the automatic caliber 3135, offering a power reserve of approximately 48 hours. A sapphire crystal protects the black dial, which includes a date complication without the cyclops lens, a characteristic feature of the Sea-Dweller line.
Appealing to collectors who appreciate traditional proportions and the technical capabilities of a professional dive watch, the 116600 is recognized for its blend of heritage design and modern materials. Its limited production run contributes to its appeal among enthusiasts seeking a Sea-Dweller with a more classic case size and specific aesthetic details, such as the matte-like black dial and the absence of the cyclops over the date.
β¦. Will quickly take you to the deepest point in the sea
...if you dive with it, it will drag you down to the bottom of the ocean : )
an owner posted a few wristshots. The tone of YG seems not to flashy.
Although at a technical level I am impressed that Rolex have made a gold watch that can withstand the stated depth, plus at least 25%. Albeit with an inner case inside the gold outer case. I would have thought that gold would be far too soft for anywhere near this depth.
Itβs just that there is a LOT of gold! Given the size of the watch it is going to get noticed.
And a gold frame on the date window as well
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