1981 Rolex 5513 MK3 Maxi Dial Submariner w/ Box & Papers

Elite watch in elite condition.

$23,650

OVERVIEW

The Rolex 5513 Maxi dials are the last versions of the matte dial no-date Submariners and are called such because of their large lume plots in comparison to the previous generations. The MK3 (Mark 3) is known as having the largest lume plots of any 5513 Submariners and has become the most in-demand matte dial version the the 5513. Because of this, all the best examples have been snatched up by shrewd collectors and just get increasingly harder to find year after year. As luck would have it, this one being presented is in the most elite condition.

CONDITION NOTES

CASE: Sharp, thick & unpolished. Some regular wear but absolutely fantastic.

DIAL: Stunning dial with perfect yellow tritium patina on the markers and no signs of damage or abuse. Excellent handset with matching patina and original lume. Seconds hand has some minor corrosion but it only adds to it’s charm.

MOVEMENT: Running optimally and in clean condition.

 

WATCH SPECS

Maker: Rolex
Model: Submariner
Reference: 5513
Year: 1981
Material: Stainless Steel
Dimensions: 39mm diameter; 13mm thickness with crystal
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: Tritium
Caliber: Rolex Caliber 1530 Automatic
Bracelet/Strap: Original Rolex 93150 Oyster Diver Bracelet w/ 580 endlinks. Fits up to 7.625” wrist
Lug Width: 20mm
Box/Papers: Outer & inner boxes & original guarantee showing sold date on March 10, 1985. Also includes Submariner booklet and folder.