Rolex Submariner Maxi MK4 Ref. 5513 Year 1979

Model:
Year of issue: 1979
Reference number: 5513
Condition: mint
Status: sold
Dealer country: Dubai
Dealer name: Tariq Malik
Price in US $ n/a

Description

A great example of a Rolex Submariner with maxi dial.Matte dials with larger lume plots have gained more attraction in the last few years, the distinctive and powerful look is what collectors are after. Though a meters first 5513 is around 10 years older and obviously rarer by numbers, the later Maxi dial shave over taken these in popularity as well as in value. The present example is in a very strong condition with a razor sharp case and a very clean dial with strong vivid patina.

SKU 1.1.677
Brand Rolex
Model Submariner Maxi MK4
Ref. No. 5513
Serial No. 6002XXX
Year 1979
Gender Gents
Case Size 40mm
Case Excellent, sharp and fat case which has been nicely detailed by LA Watchworks. The lugs are fully even and straight with no signs of wear.
Bracelet / Strap Excellent and crisp solid Oyster bracelet with hardly any stretch
Dial Excellent MK4 Maxi dial with a beautiful warm patina which is matching on lume plots and hands. Very clean dial, free of any blemishes
Price Sold
Crystal Superdome crystal
Movement Automatic
Condition Mint
Box No
Papers No

Dealer

Tariq Malik

The Rolex Submariner

The Rolex Submariner is without a doubt one of the most successful Rolex models in history. Not only because it more than aptly served its purpose as diver’s watch, although I am pretty sure only a small number of Submariners has ever seen a spat of water. Its appearance in several James Bond movies certainly helped as well. If you omit functionality and marketing, the Submariner success is mainly due to its elegance as a timeless dress watch. It’s just one of those watches you keep looking at, regardless of wanting to know the time of day. The Submariner was launched in 1953 and officially presented at the Basel Fair in 1954. Check out my RPReport about the Rolex Submariner History by following this link...