Watches

The Rolex Submariner is a true icon — and the word "icon" does get thrown around an awful lot. If you were to ask ten people at random to draw you their idea of a watch looks like, chances are they would draw or describe something that looks like a Rolex Submariner. It’s the dive watch of reference, and good/bad/indifferent there is no escaping it. Throughout its 70-year production, there have been countless small changes made to the model, with the Reference 5512 representing a very interesting period in the Submariner story. The Ref. 5512 was originally sold alongside the 5513 as an up-market chronometer certified version of the venerable dive watch icon. During its production run, the 5512 series transitioned from the glossy gilt dials of the early 1960s, to matte dials in the later examples — as well as a bevy of different case and crown guard shapes. The piece that we have here hails from the later years of the 5512 production run where gilt dials had been replaced with the matte dials that have, debatably, become the focal point of vintage Rolex collecting and perhaps more desirable to more people. This watch is in truly outstanding condition presenting a near-flawless dial and very well preserved case. The bezel presents very well, and the later ‘67 dial even boasts ‘Meters First’ printing which is one of those small details that we as collectors love to see. While not the case with the simpler 2-line 5513 - this dial has same 4-lines of text we have come to expect from the Submariner, proclaiming its superlative chronometer status. This is a special one, and with the 70th Anniversary of the Submariner in 2023, what better way to celebrate. This example dates to circa 1967 and features a thick, unpolished case housing a fantastic matte black 'meters first' dial and a chronometer certified movement inside.  Condition: Case: Seemingly unpolished with thick, even lugs and no significant nicks or scratches. Dial: Mint with attractive, even patina across luminous elements. Bracelet: Later Rolex Solid Link Oyster Bracelet Ref. 93150 with a “O” clasp code. Shipping: All watches will be shipped via FedEx Insured Priority Overnight shipping. International shipping will be shipped via FedEx International Priority Express, always fully insured. This service is included in the listed price and will not incur any additional fees. All watches are shipped 1-2 business days after receiving payment confirmation by Chrono24. We are unable to ship watches on Saturday or Sunday. Our Policy: We service or perform necessary maintenance to the extent necessary to all of our watches, unless otherwise noted. All watches are listed and sold running and functioning as intended. Our Guarantee: Through rigorous vetting of each watch offered, we’re able to guarantee authenticity of our pieces. Ultimately, your satisfaction is our mission, as is helping you get YOUR perfect watch. If you have any questions at all, we will get back to you ASAP. Each of our timepieces are vetted, evaluated, authenticated, and approved by our experienced team of experts and watchmakers prior to sale. We guarantee the period-correctness of all components unless otherwise disclosed. We guarantee the authenticity of each watch in perpetuity.

The Rolex Submariner 116610LN is a part of Rolex's iconic Submariner line, which has become synonymous with precision under pressure and a benchmark for dive watches across the globe. The model, launched in 2010, features a robust Oystersteel case with a diameter of 40mm, designed to withstand depths of up to 300 meters. It is powered by Rolex's Caliber 3135, an automatic movement celebrated for its endurance and reliability. The Submariner 116610LN comes with a unidirectional rotatable bezel, black dial, highly legible Chromalight display for readability in dark conditions, and a secure Oysterlock clasp to prevent accidental opening.