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.

Watch is in very good overall condition, with a case that shows signs of previous polishing and some marks on the case and case back. lugs are soft and have lost some definition. The bezel remains well-defined, with a couple of visible marks on the insert. Dial in excellent condition, with signs of aging on the luminous plots. The hands are a good match to the hour markers in tone. The later solid link Oyster bracelet has moderate stretch and some notching. It is currently fitted for a 6.5" wrist, but there are 2 additional links that are included with the watch.