Manufacturer: | Rolex |
Item Number: | 163557 |
Condition: | Vintage |
Model Name/Number: | Submariner 5513 "Kissing 40 Bezel" |
Serial: | 1553XXX |
Year: | Circa 1967 |
Gender: | Men's |
Movement: | Automatic 1520 |
Case: | Stainless steel case; the back of clasp is stamped "5513" and "VI.66". Serial and reference numbers are visible. |
Dial: | Black dial with Tritium hour markers and hands |
Bracelet: | Stainless steel Oyster Rivet bracelet with 10 links; back of the clasp is stamped "C&I" and "7-72". |
Box & Papers | Bob's presentation box |
Warranty: | This vintage Rolex comes with Bob's Watches one year warranty. |
Return Policy: | If not 100% satisfied, return watch in 3 days for a full refund. Terms. |
This Submariner is in great vintage condition with wear consistent with age. The case is strong with some wear and scratches; it has not been polished. The crown is original. The service bezel insert is in great condition with some wear and scratches. The pip has aged to a beige color. The dial is overall clean with light patina. The lume on the dial have developed light patina and aged to an attractive cream color. The hands have developed patina and the lume has aged to a similar color to the lume on the dial; both still hold a green glow. The later bracelet is in great condition with some scratches and wear, it has a bit of stretch between the links. The crystal has some scratches and light wear.
Rolex made the reference 5513 from around 1962 to 1989 and here is a later example from circa 1988. The defining characteristics of these last generation 5513's would be the white gold borders around the hour markers, this is known as "white gold surrounds." This is a characteristic that started in the mid-late 1980s and is still featured on Submariners of this day. These late 1980s Submariners offer a great value are perfect for someone looking to dip their toes in the world of vintage sports Rolex.
* All Pre-Owned Rolex watches are guaranteed to be 100% genuine and certified authentic. Certificates are issued by WatchCSA, the industry's leading independent authority on watch authentication. WatchCSA Certified Pre-Owned certificates are provided for an additional fee at checkout. All watches are shipped to fit the average size wrist (7 1/4" - 7 1/2" for men and 6 1/4" - 6 1/2" for women). Additional links can be purchased if needed. Note that "B&P" means "box and papers" where stated.
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Fantastic transaction and watch even better than described / pictures. Tanya was great to deal with, easy communication, give her a raise!
Watch shows better then in pictures . Second watch purchased from Bobs since October. Very happy with both experiences . I mistakenly overpaid on the price.of my last purchase. Along with the watch was a check for the overpayment. I feel Bobs as honest and trustworthy. Thanks
Excellent service . Fantastic communication. I couldn’t of asked for more .
The watch was delivered very quickly and was exactly as advertised. They even provided a few vintage pamphlets from the period. All my questions were answered promptly. Overall great experience. I will definitely buy my next Rolex from Bob’s.
The condition of this vintage Rolex 5513 is nicer than I anticipated based on the age. Your staff was very helpful and went out of their way to help make sure I had enough links in the band.