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Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 Mk2 Maxi Dial

Partially verified

This Rolex Submariner, reference 5513, is identified as a 1980 example by the provided source information. The watch features the characteristic Mk2 'Maxi' dial, distinguished by its larger luminous indices, which were developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s to improve underwater legibility. The dial and hands exhibit a uniform, milky patina. The stainless steel case retains its crown guards, and the rotating bezel has undergone natural fading, acquiring a greyish appearance. The watch is fitted with an Oyster bracelet, reference 93150, equipped with a flip-lock clasp and 580 end links; the buckle features a 'G' engraving. An automatic movement is housed within the case. The watch is supplied with documentation of a 2015 service by Rolex, along with a recent service performed by the seller's watchmaker, and is accompanied by a handmade leather box.

A frontal view of the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 showing the Mk2 Maxi dial and faded grey bezel insert.
A frontal view of the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 showing the Mk2 Maxi dial and faded grey bezel insert. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Diving watch
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
5513
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1980
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
6745xxx

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Configuration

The watch is constructed in stainless steel with a characteristic Submariner case profile, featuring crown guards. The dial is the 'Mk2 Maxi' variant, identified by larger tritium hour markers compared to earlier versions, which were intended to aid visibility under low-light conditions during diving operations. These markers, along with the hands, show a consistent milky-toned patina.

The bezel insert shows clear signs of natural wear, resulting in a faded, grey appearance commonly referred to as a 'Ghost' bezel.

Evidence for this section
  • “قاب استیل این ساعت دارای لبه‌ها و محافظ‌های دسته کوک با وضعیت مناسب توصیف شده است”
  • “صفحه مشکی ساعت، نشانگرهای ساعت به شکل شاخص‌های بزرگ‌تر (Maxi) طراحی شده‌اند”
  • “به واسطه فرسایش طبیعی و کمرنگ شدن قاب چرخان (Bezel)، جلوه‌ای وینتیج با تم خاکستری پیدا کرده است”

Movement and Bracelet

The watch is powered by an automatic movement enclosed within the case, though the specific caliber identifier is not provided in the documentation. The timepiece is paired with an Oyster bracelet, reference 93150, which utilizes a flip-lock mechanism for security.

The bracelet connects to the case using end links with the reference 580. The clasp is further identified by an 'G' engraving, which corresponds to the era of production mentioned in the source.

Evidence for this section
  • “موتور اتوماتیک ساعت نیز درون قاب قرار دارد”
  • “بند استیل اویستر رفرنس 93150 با سیستم قفل بازشو (Flip-lock)، اندلینک‌های رفرنس 580 و سگک با حکاکی حرف G عرضه شده است”

Documentation and Maintenance

The lot includes verifiable service documentation from a 2015 Rolex service. In addition to these historical records, the seller notes that the watch has undergone a comprehensive mechanical service by their own watchmaking staff prior to the current offering.

The watch is also delivered with a custom-made leather presentation box as part of the package.

Evidence for this section
  • “مدارک مربوط به سرویس سال ۲۰۱۵ رولکس به همراه آن ارائه می‌شود”
  • “ساعت پیش از عرضه توسط ساعت‌ساز مجموعه فروشنده به طور کامل سرویس شده و دارای ضمانت کارکرد مکانیکی یک‌ساله است”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber installed in this 1980 production year Submariner 5513?
  • Does the 'G' engraving on the clasp buckle correspond to a specific production year or regional marking?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 Mk2 Maxi Dial
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerRolex“سازنده: Rolex”
Reference5513“شماره رفرنس: 5513”
Serial Range6745xxx“شماره سریال: 6745xxx (مربوط به سال ۱۹۸۰)”
Dial VariantMk2 Maxi“نمونه حاضر مجهز به صفحه موسوم به Mk2 Maxi بوده”
Bracelet Reference93150“بند استیل اویستر رفرنس 93150”
End Links580“اندلینک‌های رفرنس 580”
Service HistoryIncludes 2015 Rolex service records and recent in-house service“مدارک مربوط به سرویس سال ۲۰۱۵ رولکس به همراه آن ارائه می‌شود. علاوه بر این، ساعت پیش از عرضه توسط ساعت‌ساز مجموعه فروشنده به طور کامل سرویس شده”

Visible details

  • Uniform milky patina present on indices and hands
  • Bezel insert shows significant color fading to grey
  • Case displays crown guards and a crown with the Rolex coronet
  • Bracelet is an Oyster type with flip-lock safety clasp

Research qualifications

  • Specific caliber model is not explicitly stated in the source
  • Authenticity and historical claims are provided by the vendor, not independently verified by the catalogue site

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی رولکس Rolex Submariner رفرنس 5513 با صفحه Mk2 Maxi

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 0ffb4e29c0

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