1665 Comex SeaDweller

[TgfRulez]

Hi everybody,

just bought a fantastic MBW 1665 GWSD ..

Now I want to convert in a Comex 1665 SD...

For the dial, I've found YUKI's white index dial + hands..

What about caseback?

[Ephry73]

Pictures speak a thousand words. If you want to get rid of the dial, let me know. E

[danielv2000]

I'm interested in the feedback since a Comex is on my list of must-haves!

[panerai153]

Well the last genuine Comex case back that i saw for sale, for a 16610, was 4500 Euros!! So i would say a genuine is out. I don't know about getting one that looks authentic, because the ones I saw didn't have the usual Rolex engraving around the border, they had a small Rolex crown on either side and the word COMEX in all caps across the middle of the back. Also some appear to be personalized with the divers name as well as a date, probably the issue date, some had a number only, which would probably correspond to the number within that issue group(Comex bought watches in batches, around 150-200 at a time). If you google "COMEX, you will get lots of hits and some really good photos. Comex SD's and subs are pretty rare birds, considering that only a small number were produced, and they were used every day under pretty grueling conditions.

Hope this helps

[Ephry73]

You can get a yuki CB for a lot less

[woof*]

I have a Yuki caseback (GW) on my MBW 1665 and it's nicer than the original MBW caseback.

[TgfRulez]

Yuki is out of stock..

Where can I find one??

[woof*]

Phong, these are some if the best, but pricey$

You will have to form an account to see prices.

http://www.jewelryandwatch.com/contents/en-us/d157.html

[TgfRulez]

Wrote to Phong..

If somebody has a spare Mbw Comex caseback, chime in!

[danielv2000]

How does Yuki's dial compare to Phong or MQ?

[zaza]

You can buy a whole MBW case for the price of Phong CB. I know a member who has a whole MBW case for sale, but he's asking $450

And there is a GENUINE 1665 case back in the possession of a dealer of mine, he's asking $1,250

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[danielv2000]

And there is a GENUINE 1665 case back in the possession of a dealer of mine, he's asking $1,250

Wow!! I would rather get the best available dial. $1,250 for something no one will see!!!

[zaza]

Wow!! I would rather get the best available dial. $1,250 for something no one will see!!!

I have to agree with you.. You can get yourself a handsome dial for that amount. But you need to act fast. Prices are becoming ridiculous..

Mine has cost me $1,600 (it's a rare MK1 with patina). A week later the dealer I got it from offered me $2k for it. I had to resist..

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