Vintage Rolex Submariner 5513 (1970)

 This Vintage Rolex model 5513 was manufactured in 1970 with serial number 2635283, making this watch 40+ years old. The solid stainless steel case has no scratches or dents. This watch has the much sought after matt black dial thats patina has aged gracefully along with the hands.The reference 5513 was introduced in 1962, and replaced the reference 5508. The 5513 was produced from 1962 through June or so of 1990, which must be one of the longest continually produced references in Rolex history. The reference 5513 used calibers 1520 and 1530. Curiously, the caliber 1530 was used in both the 5513 and 5512 calibers for a time. The 5512 carried the C.O.S.C. certification while the 5513 using the same caliber did not have the chronometer certification. Today, the 5513 is one of the most collectable Submariners, and while it is still accessably priced, market prices have almost doubled from 2003 to 2005. The movement is the automatic or perpetual chronometer Calibre 1520 that has been serviced in our workshop and comes with a 2 year guarantee.