Description: 1977 Rolex “Pre-Comex” 5513 Submariner. The “Pre-comex” submariner is one watch that is often overlooked because of how rare these watches are. Made primarily between the low and mid 5 Million range serial numbers, the Pre-comex should also be considered a mk0 maxi dial as the lume plots are the same size as the mk1 maxi’s.

These are the earliest maxi dial watches even though they do not bare the maxi nickname.

We have a suspicion that the pre-comex will be a better investment than their maxi counterparts for 3 main reasons. 1) They are made in fewer numbers. 2) They sport similar maxi sized plots as the later maxi watches. 3) And finally, the pre-comex dial is most similar to the the 5513 and 5514 Comex dials in that the coronet or crown is a bit smushed like the comex dial watches. The watch is in amazing condition and the lume is a beautiful yellow that stands in stark contrast to the deep matte black dial.

This watch has just gotten a full service so the movement is ready for years of enjoyment.

Dial: Pre-Comex dial with maxi plots

Insert: Mk3 faded ghost insert

Hands: Original Hands

Case: Excellent condition case with original bevels

Bracelet: Oyster c&i Rolex bracelet