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 five-digit Submariner references, ushering in the “neo-vintage” era. The 14060 brought several key updates—sapphire crystal, a non-chronometer-rated calibre 3000 movement, and a unidirectional bezel—significantly improving functionality and robustness while retaining the Submariner’s iconic clean, no-date, symmetrical look.

In 1999, another major update arrived with the introduction 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, a “four-liner” 14060M, represents one of the most desirable variants within the 14060 family, featuring four lines of text on the dial—unlike the earlier “two-liner”—indicating its Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified status following COSC certification.

This variation is often referred to as “the last of the best.” Why? Because it is slim, robust, and retains the classic proportions that disappeared once Rolex transitioned to maxi cases. It delivers all the functionality of a modern Submariner, but with a far more restrained profile. Moreover, unlike other sports models from the same period, the 14060(M) retained its drilled lugs right through to the end of production—ideal for those who enjoy swapping to leather or rubber straps.

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

It is running perfectly at –2 s/day, with an amplitude of 280° and a beat error of 0.1 ms—a great example of a Rolex neo-vintage classic.