Rolex 5513 Submariner

Why We Love It The Rolex Submariner is a classic, and there’s good reason why almost every collector winds up with a vintage Rolex sports model in their stash - these are timeless, tough, do-anything, go-anywhere tool watches. Rolex has been producing Submariners uninterrupted since the watch was introduced in 1953, and while those first generation Big Crown subs are truly incredible pieces, most of us will have to wait for our lottery numbers to hit to get one of those strapped to our wrist. This particular Reference 5513 dates to circa 1972 and features a matte black dial with Tritium luminescent elements. The dial and hands remain perfectly intact with beautiful, creamy patination, giving it that look that vintage Sub buyers are after.  Further sweetening the pot, this Sub comes with its period box, cleaning cloth, and booklet!  The Story Rolex first debuted the Submariner at the 1954 Basel Spring Fair. It shared the stage with already-established offerings: the Explorer, the Turn-