1969 Rolex Submariner "If you were working here..." Advertisement
1969 Rolex Submariner "If you were working here..." Advertisement
1969 Rolex Submariner "If you were working here..." Advertisement
1969 Rolex Submariner "If you were working here..." Advertisement
*tears coming from left side can be covered when framed and do not impact visual appeal
Page Dimensions
Approx. 7 3/4" x 11" (19cm x 28cm)
Story and Details
Perhaps the strongest run of Rolex advertisements were the "If you were... you’d wear a Rolex" series from the late 1960s. They all featured strangely compelling headlines in bold Helvetica typeface, often exotic pursuits undertaken by men of action, and the promises of individually tested watches hewn from a solid block of Swedish steel. Exactly what was so special about steel from Sweden was never explained, but that’s by the by... The testimonials from mountaineers, divers, pilots, race car drivers, and others unusually at risk of injuries in the workplace, should be all the quality control you need to have confidence in a Rolex. This 1969 Rolex advertisement features a wrist shot of the Submariner - arguably the most iconic tool watch of all-time. Likely the specific version shown is a Ref. 5513 with a "meters first" matte dial. And just like an Instagram post, this wrist shot has a caption, which acts as an endorsement... In this case, by the crew of Deepstar, an American Navy-civilian project operating a submersible designed by Jaques Cousteau, which saw service in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Caribbean. The hero image shows the actual Deepstar 4000 vessel. One of the wonderful aspects of vintage ads like this one is you can conduct your own research to get a deeper understanding of not only the role a watch played in an accomplishment, but also the technology, the people involved, and what life was like during a particular moment in time. For example, a rare "Single Red" Sea Dweller was gifted to Deepstar pilot Robert Palmer Bradley. Also, on one Deepstar dive, the ascent system and its backup failed - with the two man crew narrowly escaping death by hand-pumping hundreds of pounds of mercury ballast. What this advertisement won’t do is fail to lend an air of adventure to any home or office - whether you’re a Swedish steel magnate or not.
Condition
Condition
Pre-owned original magazine advertisement. Image shown is exactly the ad that you'll be receiving.
Framing
Framing
Framing is handcrafted in Chicago, IL, using acid-free materials for art preservation. The UV-protected, anti-reflective glass ensures optimal viewing. Frames are solid wood featuring a wire for easy hanging and felt pads for wall protection.
Shipping
Shipping
Free Shipping for all continental US orders.
Unframed orders ship by the next business day. You’ll receive an email with tracking info!
Framing is custom. Please allow me up to 2 weeks to finish your framing project. Before I start, I’ll email you to confirm the design and provide an estimated completion and shipping date.
Returns
Returns
Returns are accepted for unframed ads, if they are in new condition as you received it, within 30 days of purchase.
As all of my ads are highly curated, individually custom framed, and personalized, all sales for framed ads are final.
Questions
Questions
Please contact me if you need additional photos or have any questions!
advertisements
All advertisements and images are original – directly from magazines and other types of publications. These are vintage, pre-owned, original pages, so the paper quality and condition varies... I try to show accurate photos of the exact ad/image you'll be receiving.
framing
Framing is custom-designed and done by hand in Chicago, IL. Acid-free materials are used to preserve your art. Glass offers UV-protection and is anti-reflective for best viewing. Frames are solid wood with wire on back for easy hanging and felt pads to protect wall.
contact
I love my business and what I do!
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or special requests... About pricing, condition, framing - ads or magazines you have to sell... I'll get back to you within 48 hours (usually much sooner!). Looking forward to chatting!
- GabeReviewing1985 Patek Philipe Perpetual Calendar Ref. 3940 AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars8 minutes agoIncredibly Personable Service
Nick is an excellent communicator and he took time to understand our story before framing and kept us posted on the timeline throughout. My Dad and I love the final product and it made his 60th birthday and this grail of a piece that much more special. Thanks Nick!
Was this helpful? - Christian N.Verified ReviewerReviewing1966 Rolex Submariner Ref. 5513 "work pretty well at any level." AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoOutstanding on every level
Nick’s service was- from initial contact to delivery- absolutely amazing. He was quick, personal, reliable and the quality of packaging to make sure this precious ad arrives at your home in perfect condition was impressive. I can only recommend him and will be a future customer for sure
Was this helpful? - Scott A.Verified ReviewerReviewing1968 Rolex Submariner "If you were looking for lost empires..." AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoBelieve the reviews!
Everything everyone has already said in reviews about Nick is true. Prompt communication, fast shipping, and meticulous packaging to ensure the piece arrived intact. The framing and ad condition exceeded my high expectations. Won’t be my last purchase!
Was this helpful? - Joel K.Verified BuyerReviewing1968 Rolex Submariner "If you were looking for lost empires..." Advertisement in Black Wood FrameI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoAmazing ad and service!
This ad from @adpatina is just amazing. The quality of the page and the workmanship of framing exceeded my expectations! Nick and I exchanged several emails as I inquired about a various ads, and I went with this one. He couldn't have been more helpful and I couldn't be more pleased. I highly recommend his work to add to you "watch" collection! Thanks, Nick!
Was this helpful? - Steven B.Verified ReviewerReviewing2013 Rolex Explorer Ref. 214270 "Higher We Climb..." AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoHigh Quality and Great Communication
I bought this to go along with my own 214270 Explorer. The quality of the work is outstanding. The framing is some of the best work I have ever seen. Nick was also very communicative. He updated me frequently throughout the process.
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