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1978 Rolex Submariner Maxi MK1 Ref. 5512
Momentum by AIX Tempora, Ltd.
ICD Brookfield Place, Al Mustaqbal St, DIFC, POBox 506645
Dubai DU
United Arab Emirates
When it comes to Maxi dial Submariners the 5512 MK1 is the Maxi King. The production of these was very low and there aren't many around. The watch offered here has been loved and worn, shows the character of a real tool watch with some overall wear but still retained in nice condition. The four liner dial has very whitish and large lumes which are highlighted through the original Dome crystal. The bracelet is matching with the case and shows that it has been on the wrist rather than safe kept in the safe. The bezel on this watch is awesome, has aged to a near perfect gunmetal grey. A great tool watch for every day and don't underestimate the rarity of a MK1 Maxi dial, they don't show up much.
SKU | 1.1.815 |
Brand | Rolex |
Model | Submariner Maxi Mk1 |
Ref. No. | 5512 |
Serial No. | 5429xxx |
Year | 1978 |
Gender | Gents |
Case Size | 40mm |
Case | Nice vintage condition case with some wear from age. The case is thick with clean serial and reference numbers. The 4' o clock has a dent on the lug. The bezel insert has aged to a beautiful gunmetal grey color. |
Bracelet / Strap | Matching 93150 Oyster bracelet with some stretch from age. The clasp code VD dating it to 1978. The crown on the clasp has been polished off . |
Dial | Very good MK1 Four Liner dial with very white lume plots and matching hands. The dial edge on the upper part has aged from humidity |
Price | Sold |
Crystal | Acrylic, Dome |
Movement | Automatic |
Condition | Very good |
Box | No |
Papers | No |

Brief History
Rolex Submariner
Released in 1954 at the Basel Watch Fair, the Submariner was the first watch to be water-resistant to 100m. The most recognizable watch in the Rolex line-up. The Submariner is characterized by its iconic black dial and diving bezel. A tool watch with a strong Rolex DNA, the Submariner is not only the most iconic Rolex, but probably the most iconic watch of all time.
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