For sale is a 1997 U‑serial Rolex Submariner No‑Date, reference 14060, a classic two‑line Sub that many enthusiasts consider the last “pure” vintage‑feeling Submariner. This example is in overall good used condition with honest wear consistent with its age and is running very strong. It is being offered as a watch only, supplied in a custom presentation box, and comes with 10 bracelet links.
Key Features
Model: Rolex Submariner (No‑Date)
Reference: 14060
Serial: U‑series (circa 1997)
Case: 40 mm stainless steel Oyster case
Bezel: Black aluminum insert, unidirectional dive bezel
Dial: Black “two‑line” dial with tritium (T<25) or early Luminova depending on exact production run; classic Mercedes hands
Crystal: Sapphire crystal (no Cyclops)
Bracelet: Stainless steel Oyster bracelet with 10 links (fits approx. 7.25"–7.5" wrist, depending on setting)
Movement: Rolex automatic caliber 3000, chronometer‑grade architecture, running very strong
Water resistance: 300 m / 1,000 ft (original factory rating)
Detailed Description
The reference 14060 represents the bridge between vintage and modern Submariners, retaining the thinner case proportions, aluminum bezel insert, and drilled lugs (on earlier examples) that many collectors prefer, while benefiting from a sapphire crystal and more modern movement. The 40 mm case wears slim and balanced on the wrist, making it an ideal daily watch that still feels decidedly “old‑school” compared to today’s maxi‑case Subs.
This 1997 U‑serial example features the clean, date‑less dial layout that gave the Submariner its tool‑watch reputation—no Cyclops, no date window, just pure dive watch symmetry. The bezel’s black aluminum insert keeps the watch firmly in the classic era, with a softer, more understated appearance than ceramic.
Inside beats the Rolex caliber 3000 automatic movement, known for its simplicity, reliability, and accuracy. This watch is described as running very strong, reflecting both the robustness of the caliber and the care it has received over the years.
Condition and Set
This Submariner is in good used condition with wear consistent with nearly three decades of honest use:
Small marks and hairlines visible on the case, bezel, and bracelet under close inspection
No major dents or deep gouges; case retains good shape and presence
Bracelet includes 10 links, fitting an average wrist comfortably
Bezel insert and crystal present well, with only normal age‑appropriate wear
The watch is offered as:
For collectors seeking a strong‑running, honest‑condition 14060 with that classic 1990s Submariner charm—and who value the clean no‑date aesthetic—this 1997 U‑serial example is an excellent, ready‑to‑wear choice.
For sale is a 1997 U‑serial Rolex Submariner No‑Date, reference 14060, a classic two‑line Sub that many enthusiasts consider the last “pure” vintage‑feeling Submariner. This example is in overall good used condition with honest wear consistent with its age and is running very strong. It is being offered as a watch only, supplied in a custom presentation box, and comes with 10 bracelet links.
Key Features
Model: Rolex Submariner (No‑Date)
Reference: 14060
Serial: U‑series (circa 1997)
Case: 40 mm stainless steel Oyster case
Bezel: Black aluminum insert, unidirectional dive bezel
Dial: Black “two‑line” dial with tritium (T<25) or early Luminova depending on exact production run; classic Mercedes hands
Crystal: Sapphire crystal (no Cyclops)
Bracelet: Stainless steel Oyster bracelet with 10 links (fits approx. 7.25"–7.5" wrist, depending on setting)
Movement: Rolex automatic caliber 3000, chronometer‑grade architecture, running very strong
Water resistance: 300 m / 1,000 ft (original factory rating)
Detailed Description
The reference 14060 represents the bridge between vintage and modern Submariners, retaining the thinner case proportions, aluminum bezel insert, and drilled lugs (on earlier examples) that many collectors prefer, while benefiting from a sapphire crystal and more modern movement. The 40 mm case wears slim and balanced on the wrist, making it an ideal daily watch that still feels decidedly “old‑school” compared to today’s maxi‑case Subs.
This 1997 U‑serial example features the clean, date‑less dial layout that gave the Submariner its tool‑watch reputation—no Cyclops, no date window, just pure dive watch symmetry. The bezel’s black aluminum insert keeps the watch firmly in the classic era, with a softer, more understated appearance than ceramic.
Inside beats the Rolex caliber 3000 automatic movement, known for its simplicity, reliability, and accuracy. This watch is described as running very strong, reflecting both the robustness of the caliber and the care it has received over the years.
Condition and Set
This Submariner is in good used condition with wear consistent with nearly three decades of honest use:
Small marks and hairlines visible on the case, bezel, and bracelet under close inspection
No major dents or deep gouges; case retains good shape and presence
Bracelet includes 10 links, fitting an average wrist comfortably
Bezel insert and crystal present well, with only normal age‑appropriate wear
The watch is offered as:
For collectors seeking a strong‑running, honest‑condition 14060 with that classic 1990s Submariner charm—and who value the clean no‑date aesthetic—this 1997 U‑serial example is an excellent, ready‑to‑wear choice.
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