1991 Rolex Submariner Ref. 14060 'No Date'

The new vintage. The purest of them all. The Submariner icon. Rolex’s icon. There’s no wonder why the Rolex Submariner Ref. 14060 has become a sough-after watch for most watch appreciators.

 

Before Rolex introduced the ceramic 114060 in 2012, there was a time where things were made arguably better. This time was when the 14060 was born.

 

Originally born in 1990, it was the successor to the legendary 5513 (introduced in 1962). In 1998, slight changes to the movement created the 3130 movements and gave it the “M” designation. In 2007, the 14060M became a certified chronometer which added 2 extra lines to the text.

 

The 14060 has a lot that evokes the spirit of the original Sub from 1954; it was the last sport model to feature drilled through lug holes, a stamped bracelet clasp, stamped end links, and an aluminum bezel insert. All hallmarks of the original.

The example offered here is a tritium Rolex Submariner ‘No Date’ Ref. 14060 from 1991.

 

The black glossy dial is perfect, with no blemishes, spotting, or stains, contrasting in a lovely way with the applied indexes. The tritium lume has aged to a beautiful light creamy hue, matching with that on the hands.

 

The original insert remains in great shape too, presenting only minor marks from wear and featuring a deep, subtle, petrol blue hue when exposed under certain light conditions.

 

The previously polished stainless steel case is preserved in very good condition, with no mayor scratches or marks. The case back is also excellent.

 

It is running well and keeping time, as it has been recently serviced.

 

The original sapphire crystal has no scratches or dents, only some minor interior dust spots at around 3 o’clock that could be easily removed and blown away.

 

It comes suited on the original 20mm Rolex Oyster 93150 stainless-steel bracelet with 501B end links, clasp code R6 and divers’ extension which is preserved in great condition with hardly any stretch at all.

 

Indeed, a beautiful watch with sporty yet classy looks perfect for any time.

 

Macros of dial and case are available under request.