BGGodwin Posted May 15, 2011 Report Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) I'm wondering if a 5512 or 5513 is in my future. The more I see of them around here, the more I like them: the dome crystal, clean-looking dials... So, first of all, which one? Is one "better" than the other? Ultimately, I'd want to add gen part to it which leads me into my next question: where should I look to get one? I know Josh sells them but know nothing of their quality. And can they accept gen parts. Or am I better off looking on the for sale forum? Any information (and pictures) are greatly appreciated as always? Edited May 15, 2011 by BGGodwin
freddy333 Posted May 15, 2011 Report Posted May 15, 2011 In the case of the gens, the 5512 is chronometer rated, while the 5513 is not. In the case of reps, the only difference is the additional text on the 5512 dial denoting the 5512's chronometer rating. With reps, it comes down to whether you prefer more or less text on the dial. Otherwise, the cases/movements/bracelets are the same. I do not know which, if any, of the dealers' reps accept gen parts. For that, you may need to spend a bit more & build your own (buy a case, dial, movement, handset, etc & put it all together (or pay a watchmaker to assemble it for you)).
jmb Posted May 16, 2011 Report Posted May 16, 2011 I have a 5512 from Josh and at under $100 it's good "bang for the buck". The major glaring issue (to me) is the stubby CGs. I "trimmed" the crown in the lathe and enlarged the lug holes and I think it's totally "wearable". Since this pic I also put on a slightly better crystal as well.
Watchmeister Posted May 16, 2011 Report Posted May 16, 2011 As far as I know (and I don't know much) if you are looking to add multiple gen parts you are better off with an MBW but depending on the part you want to add other models may be more cost effective.
highoeyazmuhudee Posted May 16, 2011 Report Posted May 16, 2011 5513 is more simple and clean , the no date of choice for me
woof* Posted May 19, 2011 Report Posted May 19, 2011 I have a 5512 from Josh and at under $100 it's good "bang for the buck". The major glaring issue (to me) is the stubby CGs. I "trimmed" the crown in the lathe and enlarged the lug holes and I think it's totally "wearable". Since this pic I also put on a slightly better crystal as well. I have this same exact watch with the same mods,other than a gen crown and tube. This watch will take a gen crystal and also has gen bezel construction. Too bad about the small cg's, other than that... I really love the watch
cousin_hub Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 (edited) Mine with a Tropic T19, relumed and drilled holes with gen springbars Edited October 13, 2011 by cousin_hub
Ephry73 Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 I prefer the 5512(gen at least if I could find one) based on the chronometre rating alone. It is also the "real" McQueen watch. Double whamy in my book. The Josh case is not bad and has a nice thick case back as well. The CGs can be trimmed and the "meat" between them shaved down a bit. Makes it so much better. JMB did something like that. E
deja Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 theres a really nice 5512 in the sale section now.. a franken MBW.. (with a yuki dial) go!!!
highoeyazmuhudee Posted October 13, 2011 Report Posted October 13, 2011 mc queen may have worn the 5512, but i believe it was bond who relied on the 5513 to save him from the shark tank.
Watchmeister Posted October 14, 2011 Report Posted October 14, 2011 I'm partial to the 5512. It just feels rarer - because it is. When it came out it was another $1000 or so more when a grand was real money. Here is mine bought from another forum member: 1
Ephry73 Posted October 14, 2011 Report Posted October 14, 2011 I love my 5513 I like that dial a lot E
Nanuq Posted October 14, 2011 Report Posted October 14, 2011 I love my 5513 GAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! *clutching chest* You have to stop doing that to me! My heart can't take it! Please, for the love of God, issue a disclaimer before you post photos of that beauty.
the_rymeister Posted November 5, 2011 Report Posted November 5, 2011 I love my 5513 Hi buddy I'm quite new to the vintage subs but is that dial gen? As it has lume surround round lume markers, if it's not gen where did you purchase from as I've looked at all of joshed vintage subs and they all have flat markers without surrounds. Hope I am Clare enough. Cheers Ry
dluddy Posted November 7, 2011 Report Posted November 7, 2011 Hi buddy I'm quite new to the vintage subs but is that dial gen? As it has lume surround round lume markers, if it's not gen where did you purchase from as I've looked at all of joshed vintage subs and they all have flat markers without surrounds. Hope I am Clare enough. Cheers Ry Sorry Ry, just saw this post. The lume is round but no surrounds. This was an early (5+ years back) Ingod dil from ebay.
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