Rolex Submariner ref.5513 "Serif Dial" from 1971

The Rolex Submariner 5513 is a cornerstone of vintage collecting, and the 1971 examples with serif dials capture a particularly charming chapter in its history. The term “serif” refers to the subtle flares and finishing strokes on the 3,6,9 markers—details that give the text a more pronounced, almost hand-crafted character compared to later dial variations.

Paired with a matte black dial, creamy tritium hour markers, and the iconic no-date symmetry, the serif 5513 exudes vintage authenticity. Its 40 mm stainless steel case, robust caliber 1520 movement, and classic Oyster folded link bracelet underline Rolex’s commitment to reliability but still feels some how "hand-made" Today, the serif dial variant is admired not only for its rugged tool-watch origins, but also for the way these small typographic details elevate its desirability among connoisseurs.

Model: Submariner
Year of manufacture: 1971
Serial number: 2712xxx
Bezel: Service Bezel
Dimensions: 39mm 
Reference number: 5513
movement: 1520
Bracelet :Ref. 9315 Folded Link with 380 End-links
Box/Papers: No.

Comments: Original plexiglass, Movement serviced, water tested to 5bar