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Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce some recommended watches!
Today we have a tropical dial with a subtle variation!!

Rolex Red Sea-Dweller MK2 Tropical
Ref.1665 Serial.17 series (manufactured around 1968)
Cal.1570 Winding bracelet 9315/FF285 Clasp 72/2 Back cover 67/4
Accessories: Replacement bracelet 93150/FF585 clasp CP
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The first Sea-Dweller "Ref.1665"

This model was created in 1967 in partnership with the underwater research company COMEX.
This is one of the early models
"SEA-DWELLER" and "SUBMARINER 2000"
This model is commonly known as the Red Seed as it is printed in red.
This is also known as "DRSD" (Double Red Seed Error) .

This red Sea-Dweller has a dial called the MK2 dial .
It is said to exist on the MK2 dial.
It has a tropical dial that has turned brown.

What do you think?
This brown tropical.
The tan has a strong and beautiful gradation.
The faded long 5 bezel and tropical dial
They are perfectly matched and the actual product exudes an even more intense aura than the photographs.
The dial condition is also good!!

This is a comparison shot with the white Seed MK1 dial taken by staff member Arimura.
When you compare them like this, can you see the beautiful brown change?

The back cover is engraved with the Straight logo and the serial number on the inside.

The FF number is the rare 285.

The 72/9315 winding bracelet is also in good condition!!

The case and bracelet are in very good condition.

In particular, the case condition is
It's in great condition with sharp edges!!
Considering it was manufactured in 1968, the condition of the case is amazing.

The plump plastic windshield that is unique to this model also looks great.

In later years, the unused 93150 Hard Breath
The fact that it comes with it is also attractive.

Wrist shot!!
It's cool!!
It's truly a one-of-a-kind item.
A wonderful piece that will change over time!

The red Sea-Dweller "MK2 Tropical" exudes a striking vintage aura.

This is a highly recommended item with a beautiful cream-colored luminous effect.
Red seeds in such excellent overall condition are rare!
Customers looking for DRSD/Tropical in good condition,

Please consider it.

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