Matte Dial, Feet First
Submariner 5513 — Matte Dial, Feet First
1969–c. 1984
Depth rating reads “660ft=200m”; tritium typically ages to pale yellow. The last true vintage no-date Submariner, with many sub-variations in sequence: Non-Serif, Serif, a second Non-Serif run, Pre-COMEX and finally the five Maxi dials.
Identifying details
No named details recorded yet.
Variants of 5513
Reference overview →| Variant | Production |
|---|---|
| Pointed Crown Guards | 1962–1963 |
| Explorer Dial | 1962–1965 |
| Underline | 1963–1964 |
| Upper Underline | 1963 |
| Swiss Only, No Underline |
Case & movement
- Reference
- 5513
- Production
- 1969–c. 1984
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Crown guards
- Rounded
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Movement
- Automatic
- Chronometer
- No
- Date
- No
More specifications (1)
- Caliber
Movement
Rolex 1520
Non-chronometer caliber with a lower-cost regulator and balance spring; replaced the 1530 in the 5513 late in the gilt era. Used in the military references.
Read more
- Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex SubmarinerRead more at HODINKEE (opens in a new tab)
- Rolex 5513 Submariner Review & Ultimate Buying GuideRead more at Bob's Watches (opens in a new tab)
- 5513 Matte Dial: A Comprehensive Review, From Meters First to Maxi VRead more at 5513 Matte Dial (opens in a new tab)