5513 Submariner Date (Bart Simpson GILT Dial / from the son of the first owner from Berlin)
18.400,00 €
Brand: Rolex
Model: Submariner No Date
Reference: 5513
Year: 1965
Serial number: 1197XXX
Material: stainless steel
Bracelet: stainless steel
Diameter: 40 Millimeter
Condition: very good
Box&Papers: no
Description: Super cool Bart Simpson Gilt dial Submariner from the son of the first owner.
It’s always cool when my customers think of me when it comes to rare, beautiful watches. I was able to acquire this cool gilt Sub directly from the son of the original owner, who was referred to me by a long-time customer. “Fresh to the market,” so it’s perfect.
The case is in very good condition. Worn and certainly polished once, it still displays excellent proportions, the typical broad bevel of the 60s and early 70s, and a very good matte finish on the top of the case. There are signs of wear, but overall, it’s in really fine vintage condition.
The Bart Simpson gilt dial is really cool. It’s not perfect, but it has the features I absolutely have to have in gilt dials. The dial’s shine is super intact and reflective, just as you’d expect. Furthermore, the lume material has taken on a wonderful, strong patina. This, combined with the perfect print of the dial, creates a superb look.
As already mentioned, the dial isn’t perfect. It has a few minor paint imperfections, which we’ve captured in photos especially for you. Since these are mostly on the edges and only visible from a specific angle, they don’t detract from its beauty at all.
The original hands are tarnished, typical for gilt hands, and have a decent patina. Overall, though, it has the charm it deserves. Therefore, it’s been left as is.
The bezel is wonderfully sharp and the MK3 inlay has certainly been added during a service which doesn’t matter as it has aged perfectly with a gray to light brown color and matches the watch perfectly.
Of course, we treated the watch to a brand-new, old T19 superdomed to complete the look.
The 7206 Oyster bracelet has also been replaced. The watch came on a leather strap, and we found a nice strap for you. The strap is also dated 1968, so it’s a bit younger, but in top condition and, of course, with the correct 80s lugs.
Conclusion: A gilt with a wonderful vintage charisma. Even if it’s not perfect, you’ll immediately be enchanted by its charm. And it’s available at a fair price, making it a well-rounded offering.
