Worn serial number

[matthurley]

Hi Guys
I've just bought a 1998 14060 Sub
I took the bracelet off to look at the numbers
Both the 3rd digit on the model number and serial number are badly worn
I'm guessing its from the pin strap rubbing
Is this unusual?

Thanks in advance
Matt

[rollee1]

In a normal situation, the serial cannot be worn due to age. It's placed there for a reason to be protected from elements.

[matthurley]

Originally Posted by rollee1

In a normal situation, the serial cannot be worn due to age. It's placed there for a reason to be protected from elements.

This is what i see

[Gerry62]

congrats , a great Submariner. Put a jpg

[sensui]

It's pretty typical sometimes with how tight the tolerances are on Rolex bracelets/endlinks.....you often have some rubbing on the serials and makes it hard to read without a loupe.