Matte Dial, Meters First
Submariner 5513 — Matte Dial, Meters First
c. 1967–1969
Moves to the matte dial with white print together with the 5512. Non-maxi plots; semi-open 6s in the depth rating; “L” of ROLEX with little or no serif, centred under the coronet; “S” of Submariner flat across the top. “Swiss – T<25” spans five minute hashes (three on all later dials). 7 mm Twinlock crown. Runs from about serial 1.6M; around 2.2M (late 1969–early 1970) meters-first and feet-first dials overlap.
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
- c. 1967–1969
- Case serials
- c. 1.6M–2.2M
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Crown
- 7 mm
- Crown guards
- Rounded
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Movement
- Automatic
More specifications (3)
- Chronometer
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
- 5513 Matte Dial: A Comprehensive Review, From Meters First to Maxi VRead more at 5513 Matte Dial (opens in a new tab)
- 1968 Submariner Ref. 5513 Meters FirstRead more at Craft & Tailored (opens in a new tab)
- Rolex 5513 Submariner Review & Ultimate Buying GuideRead more at Bob's Watches (opens in a new tab)
- Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex SubmarinerRead more at HODINKEE