Introduction
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.
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Grade
V 8
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$8,000 – $12,000
The Details
Brand
Rolex
Dimensions
40mm
Model
Submariner
Movement
Automatic cal. 1520
Reference
5513
Bracelet
Stainless steel Oyster bracelet
Year
1976
Condition
Very good
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Boasting white luminous hour markers and hands, this example's dial is in line with how it would have looked when it was originally retailed. Additionally, this example boasts a serif dial, with serifs found on its 3, 6, and 9 o'clock hour markers that serve to make the watch that bit more refined.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Iconic in its styling and design, the Submariner 5513's beautiful stainless steel construction fits the wrist perfectly and with a certain aura of familiarity given the collection's relatively unchanged design since the ref. 5513 was discontinued in 1988.
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.
Condition
The watch is in overall very good condition. The steel case shows signs of a previous repolish, with some light scratches and nicks on the lug edges and a couple of more noticeable dings on the crown guards. The bezel is well defined, and the insert is excellent. The dial is excellent, with just a couple of small marks in the lume plot at seven. The hands are very clean, with well-matched lume to the hour markers. The solid link bracelet is excellent, with light play between the links. Date code for the bracelet is later than the watch itself. The bracelet currently fits a 7 3/4” wrist, and is fitted with 12 links, 2 of which are removable.
Our Perspective
Easily one of the most iconic sports watches ever made, the Submariner ref. 5513 is as stunning as it is desirable, with its design forming the foundation upon which almost every Submariner released since has used to establish itself amongst collectors and divers alike.
Eric Ku
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