Rolex Submariner 5512
Stainless Steel · Black Dial · 40mm
Ref: 5512
SoldUSD 26,850
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- Brand
- Rolex
- Condition
- Excellent
- Series
- Submariner 5512 Gilt
- Box
- N/A
- Model
- Submariner
- Papers
- N/A
- Reference
- 5512
- Year
- 1962
- Case Size
- N/A
- Location
- United States
- Listed
- Mar 25, 2026
- Updated
- Mar 19, 2026
✅ SOLD — This item has been sold.
Description
Case:
The previously polished case is excellent showing prominent bevels and only light wear from use. The black bezel insert is also in excellent condition showing only light wear from use.
Dial:
The glossy gilt chapter ring exclamation dial is very good showing overall only very light wear for its age. There is hand drag present on the dial from a previously misaligned hour hand which has been re-aligned and corrected. The lume has aged to a warm creamy hue and the hands match perfectly.
Bracelet:
The 11-link Oyster bracelet is excellent showing only light stretch for its age. The clasp is stamped with a 1981 date code.
Accessories:
None.
⌚ Watch Specifications
Reference data · AI-verified specifications
Movement
- Type
- Automatic
- Caliber
- 1560/1570
- Power Reserve
- 42-48h
Case
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Water Resist.
- 200m
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Bezel
- Unidirectional rotating with aluminum insert
Dial & Strap
- Dial
- Black
- Strap
- Stainless steel bracelet
- Production
- 1962-1989
📖 About This Reference
**Rolex Submariner Reference 5512**
The Submariner reference 5512 represents Rolex's no-date variant within the Submariner series. Distinguished by its clean dial layout without date complication, this reference was produced from 1962 to 1989, spanning nearly three decades of manufacturing.
The 40mm stainless steel case houses either caliber 1560 or 1570 automatic movements, providing 42-48 hours of power reserve. The watch features a black dial, unidirectional rotating bezel with aluminum insert, and acrylic crystal. Water resistance extends to 200 meters, with the watch fitted to a stainless steel bracelet.
This reference appeals to collectors seeking the fundamental Submariner aesthetic without date functionality. The extended production period and dual caliber usage create multiple variations within the 5512 designation. The no-date configuration offers symmetrical dial proportions that attract purists within the collecting community.
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This old boy is from around 1967. Have a great weekend. Rolex 5512 Dolphins in the background
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My favorite vintage Rolex 5512 gilt chapter ring PCG. After such an array of ultra complicated watches in SIHH, love going back to time only watches that have only become more beautiful over time. This is from 1962 and has been with me for over 5 years. Probably the last watch I let go. The dial is
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