Watch Spotting: Richard Hammond receives his treasured Rolex Sea Dweller back after the fire ball crash in the Rimac concept one on series two of The Grand Tour. The second series kicked off a few weeks ago with the 3 stooges Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May with some watch spotting which part of the show all 3 handed each other a holiday gift, Jeremy hands Richard is Sea Dweller in glass case saying made in Switzerland pictured below that had survived the crash.
Richard was driving a Rimac Concept One, a fully electric supercar capable of reaching 220 mph, during an uphill climb in Switzerland. Unfortunately, he lost control of the car near the end of the course, causing it to flip and catch fire. Thankfully, both Richard and his Rolex Sea Dweller 16600 survived the crash. Richard is likely to remember this incident every time he checks the time on his watch.
Although the Rolex was functioning properly when it was handed to Richard, it may need a complete service and health check after the accident. This model, which was discontinued around 2008 or 2009, is known for its strength and robustness, making it a great addition to any collection. While the Sea Dweller has historically not been as popular among Rolex fans as the Submariner, it has been gaining appreciation in recent years.
The video of the crash below: