Vintage Rolex Submariner 5512 - Vintage of the Week Episode 12 | Bob's Watches

In this episode of Vintage of the Week, we examine a Submariner 5512 from 1973. Shop vintage Rolex watches just like this one: https://www.bobswatches.com/vintage-rolex-1.html NAVIGATE THIS VIDEO 00:00 INTRO 00:08 Wrist Check 00:53 Vintage Rolex Submariner 5512 02:18 Matte Dial 03:02 Patina 03:44 Condition 04:00 Bracelet 05:55 Rarity 06:40 Uniqueness 06:56 Patina Pt. 2 07:13 Availability 07:33 Comparison with other Submariners 08:24 Outro Interested in learning more about the vintage Rolex Submariner 5512 featured in this video, including its history, a detailed look at its features, and pricing? Check out our review here: https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-blog/watch-review/rolex-submariner-5512.html Join us each week as we take a closer look at a different vintage watch from our vault. This week we are showcasing the remarkable Submariner 5512. SUBMARINER 5512 HISTORY Rolex introduced the Submariner diver’s watch in the 1950s, tirelessly tweaking the collection in a constant quest for perfection and peak underwater performance. Eventually, the brand produced ref. 5512 after cranking out several of its rather-short lived predecessors. Its design is what one would consider being the quintessential Submariner, featuring a stainless steel finish, black dial, and matching black bezel. It was a successful version of the famous luxury dive watch that remained in production until the late 1970s. Read on or continue watching to find out what makes it so special. OYSTER