imajedi Posted November 29, 2015 Report Posted November 29, 2015 Fantastic build! There's a gen 5513 on WUS for $4500 if anyone wants to skip the process.
droptopman Posted November 29, 2015 Report Posted November 29, 2015 Hey S. Looks great man. You really scored on the dial and hand set. Really like the plots and color. CongratsNow the big question: bracelet or leather?
Beachcomber Posted November 29, 2015 Author Report Posted November 29, 2015 (edited) Fantastic build! There's a gen 5513 on WUS for $4500 if anyone wants to skip the process.Well, I'll buy them all day long for 4500 if it looks like mine. All I found on WUS is this 2.9 mil one which doesn't hold a candle to mine for 7800. http://forums.watchuseek.com/f30/fs-rolex-5513-submariner-bracelet-2593130.html?highlight=5513 Hey S. Looks great man. You really scored on the dial and hand set. Really like the plots and color. CongratsNow the big question: bracelet or leather?Thanks buddy! Leather, got a nice Cordovan Nato. Edited November 29, 2015 by Beachcomber
imajedi Posted November 29, 2015 Report Posted November 29, 2015 Well, I'll buy them all day long for 4500 if it looks like mine. All I found on WUS is this 2.9 mil one which doesn't hold a candle to mine for 7800. http://forums.watchuseek.com/f30/fs-rolex-5513-submariner-bracelet-2593130.html?highlight=5513Thanks buddy! Leather, got a nice Cordovan Nato. Here you go. Allegedly recently serviced and everything. Not suggesting I like it as much as I like yours. Personally I like the way yours looks better. However this is likely not a Franken but an original genuine so could be a great deal for a member that prefers the way this one looks. http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=2608018
Beachcomber Posted November 29, 2015 Author Report Posted November 29, 2015 WG surrounds, yuck. All 5513s weren't created equal. HahahahahSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Ezio Posted November 29, 2015 Report Posted November 29, 2015 Thanks buddy, now I may contemplate selling my 1680 cuz I really like this one. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkDidnt know you had a 1680 ?? but congrats on your beatiful piece 1
Beachcomber Posted November 29, 2015 Author Report Posted November 29, 2015 Thanks guys, yeah, the 1680 is my daily wearer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
imajedi Posted November 30, 2015 Report Posted November 30, 2015 WG surrounds, yuck. All 5513s weren't created equal. HahahahahSent from my iPhone using TapatalkWhen it comes to vintage, no two watches were created equal.
highoeyazmuhudee Posted November 30, 2015 Report Posted November 30, 2015 Here you go. Allegedly recently serviced and everything. Not suggesting I like it as much as I like yours. Personally I like the way yours looks better. However this is likely not a Franken but an original genuine so could be a great deal for a member that prefers the way this one looks. http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=2608018 that mid case is so over polished and possibly not gen. it may even be a franken watch
Beachcomber Posted November 30, 2015 Author Report Posted November 30, 2015 Nice 1680 Specs ??? It's a Gen, 5 mil serial, bought it from the original owner. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThe seller must think people are fucking stupid. This statement takes the prize."The "5513" reference number can be clearly seen with the naked eye between the lugs at 12 o'clock. However, the serial number on the opposite side has begun to fade - at least a portion of number can be made out under magnification; maybe the whole number, but I only have a 4x loupe so I cannot say for certain. This should not really make a difference because the watch can be traced just as easy via the movement number. "Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
netniet Posted November 30, 2015 Report Posted November 30, 2015 Amazing build, wear it with pride. 1
Revere Posted December 1, 2015 Report Posted December 1, 2015 Nice build. You could argue that the price was just shy of a gen 5513, sure, but IMO there is a lot of emotional investment that goes into building a watch like this. It's not worth it for everyone, but some really enjoy it. 1
Beachcomber Posted December 7, 2015 Author Report Posted December 7, 2015 Ok, here it is gents, I couldn't be happier, it turned out beautifully. Thanks Mike! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1
Ezio Posted December 7, 2015 Report Posted December 7, 2015 Congrats bud all what matters is that you are happy
Beachcomber Posted December 7, 2015 Author Report Posted December 7, 2015 Thanks gents, it started as a dial and a dream. Don't quite know what it cost me but I couldn't care less, I love it. The 1680 went into the safe this afternoon and not sure when I'll take it out. This 2.8 mil 5513 is simply stunning. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1
misiekped Posted December 7, 2015 Report Posted December 7, 2015 I did have a dilemma Ship it or keep it. LOLEnjoy Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2
Beachcomber Posted December 7, 2015 Author Report Posted December 7, 2015 I did have a dilemma Ship it or keep it. LOLEnjoy Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkLove it! I hear ya buddy. It's beautiful, thanks again for everything. You are a true craftsman and a gentleman. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
droptopman Posted December 7, 2015 Report Posted December 7, 2015 Congratulations! Outstanding work. Excellent looking 1970 Sub you have built. Always a great feeling to get one of these projects completed and on the wrist. Personal preference would be to add a matching pearl to that insert, but that is just me...Enjoy and wear in good health.
daovto Posted December 7, 2015 Report Posted December 7, 2015 Great work... Great project... enjoy that for many many years to come sir.
Beachcomber Posted December 8, 2015 Author Report Posted December 8, 2015 Congratulations! Outstanding work. Excellent looking 1970 Sub you have built. Always a great feeling to get one of these projects completed and on the wrist. Personal preference would be to add a matching pearl to that insert, but that is just me...Enjoy and wear in good health. Thanks my friend. My 1680 is "pearless" as well. I don't mind the look, maybe because trying to find the right pearl and what they are asking for them keeps me sans pearl most of the time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
droptopman Posted December 8, 2015 Report Posted December 8, 2015 True that. I saw one the other day for $300. It had some nice patina but....cmon man 300 for a pearl.
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