5513 1964 gilt dial assessment

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EdtheAussie

·Apr 30, 2020

Hi guys,

I posted over on rolex forum, but wanted some more eyes to assess this nice 5513

Looking at other similar serial pieces the dial looks correct and in good condition, but would like some other eyes to have a look! **There is some small lume loss on the 9 marker**

Serial is 1.1xxxxxx.

Case looks thick, chamfers look original?. Bezel I believe is correct, but not an expert on these.

Unfortunately no caseback/movement photos.

Seller states triple lock crown and plexi changed last service some years ago. Comes on a 65 7206/80.

I'd would normally make an interstate trip to view in person, but this Covid business has put a hold on that.

Cheers!

 

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Dan S

·Apr 30, 2020

Spectacular watch. That is known as a long-5 insert, I believe. That might help you figure out if it's period-correct. Is it too soon to say "dibs". 😁

Edited: Apr 30, 2020

 

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Linesiders

·May 1, 2020

Good stuff, Ed ~

 

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dsacks30

·May 2, 2020

Looks like a great Sub to me. The 1.1 serial would be consistent with a 1965 Sub, and of course that is consistent with a gilt dial (1962-1966). The stamp on the clasp also indicates a 1965 date. The Triplock crown was used on Subs, and the three dots below the coronet are the same size, which is consistent with a stainless steel Rolex. The insert I believe is correct.

The example you are considering looks very similar to the one featured on Hodinkee's Reference Points:



https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/rolex-submariner-reference-points

I'd be curious what the consensus was on Rolex Forum...

 

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milwatch126

·May 8, 2020

Nice watch may have had a twin-lock from factory? Tritium mirror gloss dial, chamfers, mark two insert and deep groove bezel and those gorgeous gilt hands.

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vacheroyale

·May 9, 2020

really spectacular !!!!!!!!!!! congratulations!

 

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bigsom

·May 9, 2020

Looks very nice! Cosmetically I think just the crown and crystal are service replacements and not period correct. The crown can be pretty easily found. I believe 1.1 would be most correct with a high super dome t19 but that may be more difficult to find.

 

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obstando

·May 15, 2020

Looks to be a good solid honest watch - lovely

 

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Eric304

·May 21, 2020

good looking watch

 

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marco

·May 24, 2020

Looks very nice to me .
Best of luck.

Edited: May 24, 2020

 

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southtexas

·May 24, 2020

Looks like a beauty. Those watches are amazing in the flesh. Crown guard looks a little over polished while edges look perfectly cut? Get a movement shot and confirm Caseback is proper (date stamp).

 

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narembeen

·Jun 17, 2020

Did you buy it?

 

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erpin9

·Jul 6, 2020

Go for it.