Rolex Submariner 5508
Stainless Steel · Black Gilt Dial Dial · 40mm
Ref: 5508
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Active Mar 12
- Brand
- Rolex
- Condition
- Excellent
- Series
- Submariner
- Box
- N/A
- Model
- Submariner
- Papers
- N/A
- Reference
- 5508
- Year
- 1958
- Case Size
- 40
- Case Material
- Stainless Steel
- Dial Color
- Black Gilt Dial
- Location
- United States
- Listed
- Mar 29, 2026
- Updated
- Mar 24, 2026
✅ SOLD — This item has been sold.
Description
Case:
The recently polished case is excellent showing sharp prominent bevels and only light wear from use. The bezel insert is also in excellent condition showing only light wear form use.
Dial:
The glossy gilt dial is turning tropical as well as showing an extensive pattern of spider cracking patina across its surface. The lume has aged to a warm sandy hue and the hands have been relumed and color matched to the dial.
Bracelet:
The 12 link stretch rivet Oyster bracelet is excellent showing no perceivable stretch. The clasp is stamped with a matching 1958 date code.
Accessories:
None.
The recently polished case is excellent showing sharp prominent bevels and only light wear from use. The bezel insert is also in excellent condition showing only light wear form use.
Dial:
The glossy gilt dial is turning tropical as well as showing an extensive pattern of spider cracking patina across its surface. The lume has aged to a warm sandy hue and the hands have been relumed and color matched to the dial.
Bracelet:
The 12 link stretch rivet Oyster bracelet is excellent showing no perceivable stretch. The clasp is stamped with a matching 1958 date code.
Accessories:
None.
⌚ Watch Specifications
Reference data · AI-verified specifications
Movement
- Type
- Automatic
- Caliber
- Cal. 1530
- Power Reserve
- 42-48h
Case
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Diameter
- 37 mm
- Water Resist.
- 200m
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Bezel
- Rotating bezel
Dial & Strap
- Dial
- Black with spider patina
- Strap
- Steel bracelet
- Production
- 1958-1962
📖 About This Reference
The Rolex Submariner reference 5508 represents the No Date series within the Submariner model range. Produced from 1958 to 1962, this reference is distinguished by its black dial that has developed spider patina over time.
The 5508 features a 37mm stainless steel case fitted with an acrylic crystal and rotating bezel. Water resistance is rated to 200 meters. The automatic Cal. 1530 movement provides 42-48 hours of power reserve. The watch is paired with a steel bracelet.
This reference appeals to collectors focused on vintage Submariner variants from the late 1950s and early 1960s production period. The spider patina dial condition represents a specific aging characteristic that develops over decades. Within the No Date Submariner lineup, the 5508 occupies the position of a four-year production run reference with the Cal. 1530 movement.
Collector Discussions
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A photo from last summer. The incredible charm of a vintage No Crown Guard and Gilt Dial. Best, Nicolas
Rolex Submariner 5508. One of my summer watches, for this year.
I will take it with me for this month. So expect to see more pictures... An eternal beauty from... 1959. Gilt black glossy dial, silver depth line, pistachio indices and hands... A true beauty. Best, Nicolas
Some fresh pictures of my Rolex 5508.
A couple of roof shots: And I tried a close up of the dial: Because it is just magic. Flawless. Best, Nicolas
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