Submariner family

Rolex Submariner 1665

Catalog example attributed to Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I
Catalog example attributed to Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I, photo 1 Catalog example attributed to Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I, photo 2 Catalog example attributed to Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I, photo 3
Catalog example: Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I. Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. Photo source: amsterdamvintagewatches.com

3 variants linked under reference 1665

Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk IGas escape valve / Double Red, Mk II-IVGas escape valve / Great White, Mk 0-IV

Rolex Submariner 1665 brings together 3 recorded configurations, including Double RedA Sea-Dweller dial with two lines of red text, one for Sea-Dweller and one for Submariner 2000., Mk I, Double Red, Mk II-IV, Great WhiteA Sea-Dweller 1665 nickname for later examples with all-white dial text instead of the earlier red lines., Mk 0-IV dials. Compare their specifications and open each entry for its evidence.

Reference
1665
Variants
3 variants
Range span
$15,000 to $140,000
Photo set
7 images
Recorded range 1665 / Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I $75,000 to $140,000 Recorded range 1665 / Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk II-IV $35,000 to $70,000 Recorded range 1665 / Gas escape valve / Great White, Mk 0-IV $15,000 to $30,000

A closer look

Notable examples

Explore the dial, bezel and case details through distinct examples, each linked to its original source.

1665 references at a glance

1 references and 3 recorded configurations are summarized below. Production dates come from the catalog notes. Market ranges combine recorded dealer, auction and estimate fields for orientation only; open a guide before comparing condition or originality.

References at a glance
ReferenceProductionRecorded configurationsCatalog market rangeGuide
16653 configurations1967–1983Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I
Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk II-IV
Gas escape valve / Great White, Mk 0-IV		$11,000–$140,000Open guide →

How to narrow the comparison

  1. Start with the reference, then use the recorded configurations to identify the bezel, dial and case that match the watch.
  2. Open the guide for its catalog notes, photographs and any attached source links. Treat ranges as context, not a valuation.
  3. For a specific offered watch, request reference markings, service records and replacement-part disclosures. A shared reference number alone does not establish matching condition or originality.

Reference sources and price evidence

0 distinct reference sources are attached to these 3 catalog entries. 3 entries have no attached reference source; treat their specifications and historical notes as catalog claims awaiting verification.

0 of 3 entries have attached price-source links. Dealer ranges, auction ranges and catalog estimates are separate data categories, not live offers or verified transaction results. Check each linked page for asking versus sold price, sale date, currency, fees and the actual configuration; a source link alone does not establish those details.

Photographs illustrate sourced examples. Image-source links identify their origin; they are not reference research, proof of authenticity or a statement of image rights. No physical inspection is represented here. Read the editorial and evidence method.

Collector Read

Compare the recorded differences within reference 1665.

The early Sea-Dweller adds a helium escape valve and greater depth capability to the Rolex dive-watch line. Double Red and Great White dials mark different phases of production.

The comparison table keeps missing specifications visible. The catalog range span ($15,000 to $140,000) combines recorded ranges across configurations; it is not an appraisal of a particular watch.

Reference Summary

Reference
1665
Collection
Submariner
Variants
3 variants
Range span
$15,000 to $140,000

Known Variants

Ref. 1665

Gas escape valve

The early Sea-Dweller adds a helium escape valve and greater depth capability to the Rolex dive-watch line. Double Red and Great White dials mark different phases of production.

Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I 1967 Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk I Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. $75,000 to $140,000 Rolex 1665 Gas escape valve / Great White, Mk 0-IV 1977 Gas escape valve / Great White, Mk 0-IV Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. $15,000 to $30,000

Collector Variants

Gas escape valve / Double Red, Mk II-IV

Later printing variations of the Double Red dial.

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