THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: ROLEX
MODEL: 14060M
YEAR: 2000
BOX/PAPERS: NO/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 40mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC

The Rolex Submariner 14060, introduced in 1990, marked the end of the 5513’s 28-year production run and the transition to five-digit Submariner references. The 14060 brought several key updates—sapphire crystal, the calibre 3000 movement, and a unidirectional bezel—significantly improving functionality and robustness while retaining the Submariner’s clean, no-date, symmetrical look.

In 1999, another change arrived: the M (modified) version was introduced and carried the reference through until 2012. The luminous material was updated to Super-LumiNova, and the movement upgraded to the modern calibre 3130. This variation is often referred to as “the last of the best.” Why? It’s slim, robust, and still has that classic look: one that was never repeated once Rolex transitioned to maxi cases. The watch offers everything a modern Submariner does, but with a lower profile. Moreover, unlike other sports models from the same era, the 14060(M) retained its drilled lugs until the end of production—ideal if you ever want to swap the bracelet for a leather or rubber strap.

This example dates to 2000 and is a particularly nice one. The case has had no more than 1-2 polishes in its life, with barely any visible marks. The original full-link 93150/501B bracelet, with AB-coded (2000) clasp, shows no stretch. The dial and hands are perfect, with no signs of degradation.

The movement came to us in great health, and is running at +2 s/d, with an amplitude of 291° and a beat error of 0.1 ms.

A great example of Rolex’s neo-vintage classic.