THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: ROLEX
MODEL: 14060M
YEAR: 2007
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 the five-digit Submariner references, ushering in the “neo-vintage” era. The 14060 featured several key updates—sapphire crystal, a non-Chronometer Calibre 3000 movement, and a unidirectional bezel—which significantly enhanced its functionality and robustness while retaining the Submariner’s iconic clean (no-date), symmetrical look.

In 1999, another major update arrived with the release of the M (“modified”) version, which carried the reference through until 2012. The luminous material was upgraded to Super-Luminova, and the movement to the modern Calibre 3130. The present example, the “four-liner” 14060M, represents the rarest of the entire 14060 family, featuring four lines of text on the dial—unlike the earlier “two-liner”—indicating Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified status following COSC certification.

This variation is often called “the last of the best.” Why? Because it's slim, robust, and retains the classic proportions that disappeared once Rolex moved to the maxi-case era. It delivers all the functionality of a modern Submariner but with a much more restrained profile. And unlike other sports models from the same period, the 14060(M) kept its drilled lugs right up to the end of production—ideal for those who like to switch to leather or rubber straps.

This example has been polished before, but lightly, with the usual wear marks on the case. The dial and hands are flawless, with no signs of degradation. The full-link 93150 bracelet with original clasp shows minimal stretch.

It runs perfectly at –2 s/d, with 280 amplitude and a 0.1 ms beat error—a great example of a Rolex neo-vintage classic.