Commit Ginza Top 5 Items Handling in the First Half of 2025 ~ [Rolex] "Vintage Edition" ~

Whether you own a luxury watch or not, you have probably wondered at least once, "Which model is popular?" While everyone has their own motivations, such as "I want a popular classic model!" or "I want a model that no one else has!" , it is difficult to know which models are actually popular unless you get real-time information.

So this time, we will be revealing the top 5 vintage Rolex watches (models with 4-digit model numbers) handled by Commit Ginza (hereafter referred to as our store) in the first half of 2025! Please enjoy reading the list while imagining the rankings with us.

5th place

Explorer II "Ref.1655"

In fifth place is the first model of the Explorer II, Ref. 1655, which was manufactured from around 1971 to 1983 as a higher-end model of the Explorer.

Equipped with a large orange 24-hour hand and a 24-hour scale engraved on the bezel, this model allows you to distinguish between day and night, and the base of the hand is painted black, creating a "phantom effect" that makes the luminous hand appear to emerge in the dark, and the indexes are small to make the 24-hour scale easier to read, making this a highly designed model for a Rolex of the time. It also comes in a wide variety of dials, making it extremely popular among vintage models.

4th place

Submariner "Ref.1680"

In fourth place is the Submariner Date "Ref. 1680," which was manufactured between 1969 and 1980 and was the first watch to be equipped with a calendar function.

It features a plastic crystal with a cyclops lens that magnifies the display by 2.5 times, and early models have the so-called "red sub" with the model name logo printed in red. There are currently six types of red subs, and early models are particularly rare. From around 1976, the model name logo was changed to white, and the movement is the "Cal.1570", a high-beat version of the "Cal.1530". This vintage model is particularly popular among the "Submariner", which has improved convenience with the addition of a date display. Why not try one out?

3rd place

GMT-Master "Ref. 1675"

Coming in third place is the second-generation GMT-Master model, Ref. 1675, which was manufactured from around 1959 to 1980.

These are roughly divided into two categories: early gilt dials and later matte dials. Early models have many rare features such as pointed crown guards (PCG), while matte dials tend to change less over time and attract more attention from practical users. The most attractive feature of the GMT Master is its "appearance," which changes dramatically depending on the color of the bezel, so why not try looking for your favorite one, from colorful ones to ones with a subtle vintage look?

2nd place

Explorer "Ref. 1016"

In second place is the long-selling model "Explorer" "Ref. 1016," which was manufactured for about 30 years from around 1960 to around 1990.

The early models had a glossy mirror dial with a gold minute circle, commonly known as the "MM dial", but from around 1967 it was changed to a matte dial with no gloss. There are two types of movement: the early "Cal. 1560" with 5 vibrations per second and the company's unique adjust screw type time adjustment function, and from around 1965, the "Cal. 1570" was used, which increased the vibration frequency to 5.5 vibrations to improve accuracy. Its universally simple design is immensely popular with everyone, from first-time luxury watch buyers to enthusiasts who have owned numerous luxury watches.

1st place

Submariner "Ref. 5513"

Taking the honorable first place is the "Ref. 5513," which has attracted a lot of attention as an entry-level model for vintage Rolex.

This is a long-selling model that was manufactured from around 1963 to around 1990, and the differences in specifications due to minor changes make it a very attractive model. It seems that many people are particularly looking for models with the waterproof rating at the 6 o'clock position written in meters and feet (ft) order, commonly known as "meter first," and models with dots touching the minute index, which look like candy, commonly known as "lollipops." In addition, since there are relatively many models in circulation, many people not only enjoy searching for their favorite specifications, but also look for birth year models. This melancholy appearance encapsulates the charm of vintage, and it is a model that every man would want to get his hands on at least once.

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What did you think?

Vintage Rolexes, which have a unique atmosphere due to aging, are often smaller in size than current models, and are chosen by people of all ages and genders. Another stylish way to choose a watch is to choose one based on the year you were born. In the future, the number of watches will decrease even more, so if you have a hunch, we recommend that you get your hands on one as soon as possible.

We hope this article will be helpful for your buying and selling. Please look forward to the next article and the ranking of the number of items handled!