Rolex Submariner No Date 5513 “Feet First” Head Heavy Patina Maxi Dial Blue Insert 1965 (Serviced)

Rolex Submariner 5513 Feet First Maxi Dial – Vintage Diver with Character

Rolex has long been recognized for building reliable, purpose-driven tool watches that have become benchmarks within their respective categories. Among them, the Submariner stands as one of the brand’s most iconic creations, originally engineered for professional diving and now celebrated by collectors for its design, durability, and enduring cultural impact.

The Submariner 5513 represents one of the purest expressions of Rolex’s vintage dive-watch heritage. Produced for decades with only subtle variations, it is admired for its clean, no-date layout, balanced proportions, and the charm of its evolving dial configurations. The feet-first Maxi Dial variant is especially appreciated for its larger lume plots and distinctive visual presence, making it a standout within the 5513 lineage.

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This Rolex Submariner 5513 offers a striking blend of history and presence, highlighted by its highly sought-after Maxi Dial configuration. The case shows past polishing and visible wear consistent with a watch that has lived a full life while retaining its authenticity. Its original, period-correct crown bears a noticeable mark but remains preserved due to the rarity of finding a correct replacement; a service crown can be installed upon request.

The Maxi Dial stands out with a rich, heavy yellow patina evenly spread across the indices and matching hands, still reactive under UV light. The blue insert with matching pearl pip complements the dial beautifully and remains in very good condition. All case numbers are sharp and fully legible, with the 1.3M serial placing production around 1965. Although the watch would have originally come with a glossy gilt dial, a later and period-appropriate dial was installed at some point in its life.

The movement received a full professional service in October 2025 and is running smoothly, with a pressure test confirming 3ATM water resistance. The watch is fitted with a new dark brown vintage suede strap (20/16mm) paired with a Rolex steel pin buckle, completing its classic aesthetic.

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