1984 Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 'Maxi dial' Unpolished Full Set

The Rolex Submariner 5513 was introduced in 1962 with no COSC printing on the dial (different from the 5512) and was the perfect tool watch for professional divers. First with the caliber 1530 and then, during the same year, with the caliber 1520 and updated crown-guard design.  

The last series of matte dials that Rolex used in the Submariners are known by collectors as the Maxi Dials. The characteristic of these dials are the oversized lume plots for better visibility.

This example dates to 1984. It features a beautiful and untouched Maxi black matte dial. The lume plots have aged to a lovely pumpkin patina. The hands remain also untouched, aging to a matching tone. The bezel inlay is in very good condition with minor marks. The 40mm stainless steel case shows original chamfer lines and remains fat and unpolished. The original domed crystal makes the dial look even bigger. All the scratches you see are on the crystal, the dial remains flawless.

The watch is running well and keeping time, although service history is unknown.

It comes suited on the correct 20mm Rolex Jubilee stainless steel bracelet Joskes Mexico, as it’s a full set from Mexico which includes outer box, inner box, and stamped guarantee papers.

This condition is truly difficult to find nowadays. Coming directly from the first owner, this example offered here is a drawer find in collectors’ condition that must not be missed. Otherwise it will be missed forever.