Rolex Seadweller Mk1 Matte Dial Reference 16660 Buckle3 You can read more about

You can read more about this incredible watch and the history of Eberhard split chronographs here

When the dial turns gently brown…

The 35mm case remains in really beautiful condition with well-defined step in the bezel and short lugs

Early Patek world timers had a second crown

The bezel insert has turned a wonderful faded-blue colour

Rolex Seadweller Mk1 Matte Dial Reference 16660 Buckle3 You can read more aboutIts time for transition In the early 1980s Rolex began using more robust sapphire crystals on their watches. Known as transitional models, early example were fitted with matte dials a lot like the dials in the plastic glass watches that had preceded them. This transitional Seadweller is fitted with its original flawless Mk1 matte dial (many were replaced at service with glossy dials !) with a creamy patina on the hour plots that are a good match with