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First the pics!
Here's a quick mini-review of my latest acquisition, a vintage Rolex Submariner, model 5513. This is one of several Submariner models worn in early James Bond films. If that subject interests you, here's a great link: http://jamesbond.ajb007.co.uk/rolex-submariner/
The model 5513 began poduction prior to the release of models with the date complication, and remained in the line for those that didn't want a date until around 1988 when it was discontinued. To this day, a no date, no COSC sub can be purchased, in fact I understand a new model with these (lack of) features will come out soon.
Obviously it doesn't have a cyclops, and since it is the non-COSC model, it has the cleanest, simplest dial. It uses the same caliber 1520 movement, though, which hacks, runs at 19,800vBh and is considered by many to be one of the best all-around movements by the brand. This watch had a full service in 2008 and certificate or no, at +5, it's within COSC specs. Not bad for a vintage watch!
This one has an 8 million serial number, which dates it's manufacture at 1984 (or so). At this time the lume was tritium, which is why at the bottom of the dial it states SWISS T<25. This was a replacement for Radium, which was the first luminous material Rolex used. After the 5513, they went to luminova. This model also has the domed acrylic crystal, and was made of 316L. The 14060 which replaced it, used sapphire and 904L steel.