The Rolex Sea-Dweller was specifically designed as a professional-grade tool watch, prioritizing functionality over aesthetics. The dial exhibits large luminous indexes to ensure easy legibility both on the surface and at great depths. The thicker and larger stainless steel Oyster case is built to withstand the immense pressure experienced underwater up to 4000 feet.
The reference 116600 introduced at Baselworld in 2014 has the shortest production span of all Sea-Dwellers with its discontinuation in 2017. It is the last 40mm Sea-Dweller created by Rolex and it is the final model without a cyclops lens over the date. It retains the characteristics of the original Sea-Dweller, with an upgraded cerachrome bezel featuring minute divisions around its bezel, as opposed to only the first 15 minutes found on earlier references. Additionally, the present example boasts an upgraded glidelock bracelet, which allows divers to extend the bracelet length by 5mm to accommodate wearing it over a wetsuit. The present watch is further preserved in "new-old-stock" condition with original stickers still attached to the case and is accompanied by all of its accessories.
In realm of dive watches, the Rolex Sea-Dweller reference 116600 represents the culmination of the brand's dedication to producing reliable and robust timepieces for professionals. Its design and features are a testament to Rolex's commitment to functionality and durability in demanding underwater environments.