Rolex Submariner 5513

Rolex Submariner 5513 Meters First Matte Dial

Debuting in 1953 and released to the public the following year, the Rolex Submariner has undoubtedly become one of the most iconic timepieces of all time thanks to its legendary status as Rolex's flagship dive watch. Used extensively by the British Royal Navy and professional diving operations like COMEX, the Submariner set the bar for all dive watches to follow. Featuring a genuinely timeless design that has remained relatively unchanged throughout its history, this Rolex has become the archetypal sports watch. With very few large-scale aesthetic upgrades made to it over the years except for timely advancements like introducing a date function to the collection in the late '60s, and its modern cerachrom bezels, the Submariner is seen as the prototypical dive watch thanks to its consistency. The Submariner has earned its status as a legendary watch, with it today remaining as one of the most sought-after timepieces around. The 5513 was produced from 1962 to 1988, and was the non-chronometer version of the non-date Submariner. There were a multitude of dial variants made over those 26 years, ranging from gilt chapter ring dials in the beginning to matte dials, then ultimately the glossy dials with white gold luminous surrounds. Brand : Rolex Dimensions : 40mm Model : Submariner Movement : Automatic cal. 1520 Reference : 5513 Bracelet : Stainless steel Oyster bracelet Year : 1968 Condition : Very Good Material : Stainless steel Included : Watch only Dial Color : Black THE DIAL Fitted with a maxi dial, the ref. 5513 featured enlarged hour markers compared to the models that came before it, and this example's have turned a bright, creamy yellow color, along with its hands. Additionally, this example's depth rating reads with the meters first, a rarity in vintage Rolex. THE MOVEMENT In order to circumvent duties on Swiss watch movements with over 17 jewels, Rolex made 17 jewel cal. 1520 movements specifically for USA market watches. This is one of those watches. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.