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Kaneko from Commit Ginza will introduce you to some recommended watches!
Today we are showcasing a rare and highly recommended 4-digit Submariner/Ref. 5512 with a matte dial, perfect for the milestone 1500th edition!

Rolex Submariner Meter First
Ref. 5512 Serial. 16 series (manufactured around 1967)
Cal.1570 Rivet bracelet 7206/FF80 Clasp cord 67.2 Back cover 67.2
Accessories: Box (later)
Retail price: 4,488,000 yen (tax included)
We have restocked! If you are looking for this item, please consider purchasing it.

Submariner "Ref. 5512" manufactured from around 1959 to around 1978

The difference between this and the Submariner "Ref. 5513" produced at the same time is
The Ref. 5513 is a non-chronometer model.
The Ref. 5512 is a model that has been certified as a chronometer.

At first glance, the Submariner No Date/Ref. 5513 appears to be the same model, but the only difference is its appearance.
Since the Ref. 5512 is a chronometer, the markings at the 6 o'clock position on the dial are
“SUPERLATIVE CHRONOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED”
Its distinctive feature is that it has four lines of writing including the chronometer notation.

The Ref.5512 has a wide variety of matte dials,
This time we will be introducing the original dial meter first!

"Meter First "
This is an early model with a matte dial, where the 200m depth reading comes before 660ft.

Furthermore, this individual is more than the usual meter first,
This is the earliest matte dial, called "large," with a long horizontal chronometer notation.

The Ref. 5512 itself is a rare model that is hard to come by,
This is a very rare matte dial.

Another attractive feature of this dial is that it contains tritium, which reacts to light with light and glows green, just like a mirror dial!

With a matte dial, I sometimes see it on meter-first Ref.5513s, but
This is a rare dial that is rarely seen on the Ref. 5512.

The dial has slight deterioration due to aging,
The condition is very good!

The condition of the index luminous material is also excellent, changing beautifully to cream.

The condition of the luminous hands is also good.
The balance of the luminous finish on the hands and indexes is also great!

The Long 5 bezel insert also looks great!!

There are some scratches,
This is a rare insert in very good condition with minimal fading!

The condition is age-appropriate with some scratches from use,
It's in good condition for a car manufactured around 1967!

The middle case is particularly thick,
The case is in excellent condition with no visible wear.

The rug legs are thick and impressive!

It was manufactured over 55 years ago.
The condition of this middle case is rare!

The case sides are not rounded and have a rugged look that is cool!

The crown is also a 700 crown that matches the era.

The rivet bracelet is the same as the 2nd period of 1967.

There is a natural wrinkle, but it is still relatively sturdy!

What do you think?
This is the incredibly cool Ref. 5512 Meter First!

Finally, a wrist shot!!
The large chronometer markings add a nice touch!
It's a wonderful specimen!!

Vintage Submariner Meter First "Ref. 5512/67"
This is an extremely cool and rare item that exudes the atmosphere of an early Matte model!
The overall condition is excellent and the parts are well-matched.
The large/meter-first Ref. 5512 is definitely rare!
This is a vintage Submariner that is rarely available in our store, so
If you are looking for a rare Ref. 5512 , please consider this!

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