1978 Rolex Submariner Maxi MK1 Ref. 5512

Model:
Year of issue: 1978
Reference number: 5512
Condition: mint
Status: sold
Dealer country: Dubai
Dealer name: Tariq Malik
Price in US $ n/a

Description

When it comes to Maxi dial Submariners the 5512 MK1 is the Maxi King. The production of these was very low and there aren't many around. The watch offered here has been loved and worn, shows the character of a real tool watch with some overall wear but still retained in nice condition. The four liner dial has very whitish and large lumes which are highlighted through the original Dome crystal. The bracelet is matching with the case and shows that it has been on the wrist rather than safe kept in the safe. The bezel on this watch is awesome, has aged to a near perfect gunmetal grey.  A great tool watch for every day and don't underestimate the rarity of a MK1 Maxi dial, they don't show up much.

SKU 1.1.815
Brand Rolex
Model Submariner Maxi Mk1
Ref. No. 5512
Serial No. 5429XXX
Year 1978
Gender Gents
Case Size 40mm
Case Nice vintage condition case with some wear from age. The case is thick with clean serial and reference numbers. The 4' o clock has a dent on the lug. The bezel insert has aged to a beautiful gunmetal grey color.
Bracelet / Strap Matching 93150 Oyster bracelet with some stretch from age. The clasp code VD dating it to 1978. The crown on the clasp has been polished off .
Dial Very good MK1 Four Liner dial with very white lume plots and matching hands. The dial edge on the upper part has aged from humidity
Crystal Acrylic, Dome
Price Sold
Movement Automatic
Condition Very good
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...