Fine Early Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner 'metres first' ...

Estimate

£10,000 - £15,000

Fine Early Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner 'metres first' dial stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch, reference no. 5513, serial no. 108xxxx, circa 1964, bi-directional rotating bezel with a 'ghost' insert, black gloss gilt 'metres first' 'Swiss-T<25' dial with dot markers and gilt minute markers, 'Rolex Oyster Perpetual 200m = 660ft Submariner', Mercedes hands and sweep centre seconds, screw-down crown, cal. 1530 26 jewel movement, Rolex U.S.A 1973 jubilee bracelet dated '7.73' to the clasp with '50' end links. , the bezel 40mm
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** The watch bracelet was purchased from Watches of Switzerland in 1974 for £12.50
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** Provenance - the watch was purchased from Watches of Switzerland, Cardiff circa 1972 by the current owner as an 18th birthday present. He recalls the cost was around £80 and he knew he was getting a good deal as it was similar to that worn by James Bond! He wore the watch most days for nearly 50 years and has now rather reluctantly decided it is time to give it a new home.
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** Serviced by Rolex and under guarantee until 03.2026. With service card and a Rolex green service leather pouch. Also included are scanned Rolex service receipts for this watch undertaken in 1994 and 1996

More Information

A fine early 5513 example with a lovely gloss patina dial.

Box and Papers - no box or papers, with service guarantee card as mentioned.
Movement - currently functioning and recently serviced.
Dial - the dial is a very nice gloss example with good patina, there are typical surface blemishes as expected - see all images for guidance.
Glass - good.
Hands - service/replacement hands undertaken during service by Rolex.
Case - overall nice clean condition - see images for guidance.
Crown - Triplock crown adjusting correctly.
Bracelet - U.S.A jubilee bracelet has mild link swelling and typical surface marks. the clasp has a visible bruise/dent with marks present.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained.