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jds1017 · 26 January 2012, 11:58 PM

Hi, hope I could get inputs from the experts on this 5513. It's a one owner watch bought in the 70s according to the owner. 5.71mil serial which puts it right around 1978. It looks like a Mk II or III. Not sure though but more inclined to think it's a MkIII. It definitely looks like a fixer-upper- corrosion and pitting on the case etc. But the price takes this into account.

What do you guys think? Any red flags? Would've wanted to show movement pics but didn't get a chance. Thanks in advance for your help.

Mr. Clean · 27 January 2012, 01:17 AM

Hi,

How much are you getting it for, if you don't mind :)

jds1017 · 27 January 2012, 01:26 AM

$3,700. As an added info, I would've wanted to capture the serial and REGISTERED DESIGN on the case. It did have short "E"s but the "REGISTERED DESIGN" was a but higher than usual. Hope to catch more pics tomorrow.

Mr. Clean · 27 January 2012, 01:32 AM

I think that's already a good price. There are a lot for members here who have 5513s and they were able to make excellent work on those. Let's wait for the experts to join in.

Horologer · 27 January 2012, 07:50 AM

That price is very good if the watch were with the bracelet.
Remember the bracelet, whether you are going to wear it or not, is about $700.

So paying $3700 for the head alone is like paying $4400. Which is a fair price for a watch in very nice condition.

Robbyvm · 27 January 2012, 08:04 AM

i think you will regret the non matching colour of hands & dial after a while...
there are other fish in the sea !

Rod. · 27 January 2012, 10:20 AM

I just paid the Rolex service centre $900 for an overhaul of my 5513 -- which I've had for 40 years and was in good shape and running well. In addition to a full strip down and rebuild of the movement, items replaced were the crystal, crown & tube, and spring bars. It now has a 2 year guarantee and looks as-new so it was a good investment. Depending on when your's was last serviced and water-tested, you might want to factor in some service work to your total cost to be on the safe side.

Rod.

jds1017 · 27 January 2012, 12:18 PM

Thanks for chiming in. It does come with a 93150 bracelet. While the price appears relatively okay, I'm concerned about the service needed plus I may need to source a new set of matching hands. By the way, is this is a Mark II or III?

Beelzy · 27 January 2012, 12:42 PM

IMO, the watch will definitely need a service. Or at least a crystal, as there is
corrosion at 10 o'clock under the one in the pic you posted. That is no Bueno.

Simply put, it's a leaker and probably is the reason for the overly corroded hands.

YMMV

apan · 27 January 2012, 01:45 PM

Dial, case and insert look great.

I would take a look at the movement and caseback before buying - there may be some pitting which can cost quite a bit to fully restore to ensure a tight seal.

26 January 2012, 11:58 PM	#1
jds1017 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: _ Posts: 91	Another 5513 question Hi, hope I could get inputs from the experts on this 5513. It's a one owner watch bought in the 70s according to the owner. 5.71mil serial which puts it right around 1978. It looks like a Mk II or III. Not sure though but more inclined to think it's a MkIII. It definitely looks like a fixer-upper- corrosion and pitting on the case etc. But the price takes this into account. What do you guys think? Any red flags? Would've wanted to show movement pics but didn't get a chance. Thanks in advance for your help.

27 January 2012, 07:50 AM	#5
Horologer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: NYC Watch: 5513, 116610 Posts: 49	price That price is very good if the watch were with the bracelet. Remember the bracelet, whether you are going to wear it or not, is about $700. So paying $3700 for the head alone is like paying $4400. Which is a fair price for a watch in very nice condition.

27 January 2012, 01:17 AM	#2
Mr. Clean "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Elmer Location: Philippines Watch: 116523,16622,PM111 Posts: 119	Hi, How much are you getting it for, if you don't mind :)

27 January 2012, 01:26 AM	#3
jds1017 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: _ Posts: 91	$3,700. As an added info, I would've wanted to capture the serial and REGISTERED DESIGN on the case. It did have short "E"s but the "REGISTERED DESIGN" was a but higher than usual. Hope to catch more pics tomorrow.

27 January 2012, 01:32 AM	#4
Mr. Clean "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Elmer Location: Philippines Watch: 116523,16622,PM111 Posts: 119	I think that's already a good price. There are a lot for members here who have 5513s and they were able to make excellent work on those. Let's wait for the experts to join in.

27 January 2012, 08:04 AM	#6
Robbyvm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Belgium Posts: 2,239	i think you will regret the non matching colour of hands & dial after a while... there are other fish in the sea !

27 January 2012, 10:20 AM	#7
Rod. "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Rod. Location: Canada Watch: 5513 Posts: 118	I just paid the Rolex service centre $900 for an overhaul of my 5513 -- which I've had for 40 years and was in good shape and running well. In addition to a full strip down and rebuild of the movement, items replaced were the crystal, crown & tube, and spring bars. It now has a 2 year guarantee and looks as-new so it was a good investment. Depending on when your's was last serviced and water-tested, you might want to factor in some service work to your total cost to be on the safe side. Rod.

27 January 2012, 12:18 PM	#8
jds1017 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: _ Posts: 91	Thanks for chiming in. It does come with a 93150 bracelet. While the price appears relatively okay, I'm concerned about the service needed plus I may need to source a new set of matching hands. By the way, is this is a Mark II or III?

27 January 2012, 12:42 PM	#9
Beelzy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Cen-Cal Watch: 16610 Posts: 869	IMO, the watch will definitely need a service. Or at least a crystal, as there is corrosion at 10 o'clock under the one in the pic you posted. That is no Bueno. Simply put, it's a leaker and probably is the reason for the overly corroded hands. YMMV

27 January 2012, 01:45 PM	#10
apan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 170	Dial, case and insert look great. I would take a look at the movement and caseback before buying - there may be some pitting which can cost quite a bit to fully restore to ensure a tight seal.

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