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Mike Wood · 29 August 2011, 05:38 AM

Please permit me a self-indulgent moment and allow me to share five milSubs from my collection. This is the first time I have brought together these five watches, and although they look pretty similar, each is unique! Sorry for the crappy photo!

From left-to-right: 1975 ref. 5513 (0552 Royal Navy Clearance Diver) ~ 1977 double ref. 5513/5517 (0552 Royal Navy) ~ 1957 ref. A/6538 (0552 Royal Navy) ~ 1978 ref. 5517 (0552 Royal Navy Marines) ~ 1977 ref. 5517 (W-10 S.A.S. Army)

The watches are all "full-spec".

I feel priveleged to be "custodian" of this little lot!!

Mike Wood

Dr. Robert · 29 August 2011, 05:39 AM

Magnificent!

HL65 · 29 August 2011, 05:40 AM

Spectacular Mike!

The True "Fab 5".

This is the first time I have ever wanted to have a job as a custodian!

dysondiver · 29 August 2011, 05:41 AM

wow,, i wouldnt complain about the quality of the picture , look at the quality in the picture.
outstanding.

sleddog · 29 August 2011, 05:43 AM

They are all very nice.....But the 57' in the middle stands out above the rest for me!!!

Thanks for sharing Mike!

SubKing · 29 August 2011, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

They are all very nice.....But the 57' in the middle stands out above the rest for me!!!

Thanks for sharing Mike!

+1

skyedog · 29 August 2011, 05:44 AM

Wow

Stunning Collection!!

pdoukas · 29 August 2011, 05:51 AM

Oh my......very very nice!

Jagatai · 29 August 2011, 06:03 AM

Omg grail!!

Michael M. · 29 August 2011, 06:14 AM

Amazing Mike!!! Next time I'm in the UK, I'd love to stop by your shop!

dddrees · 29 August 2011, 06:14 AM

Amazing, thanks for sharing Mike.

Numismatist · 29 August 2011, 06:21 AM

WOW! The 3,6,9 is awesome.

Submarino · 29 August 2011, 06:38 AM

Amazing Mike! They're for sure in great hands. Beautiful quintuplets.

bluemartinifan · 29 August 2011, 07:11 AM

Custodian defined.....

cus·to·di·an (k-std-n)
1. One that has charge of something; a caretaker

Mike - as a custodian or caretaker of these important watches - if I may ask - what is your long range plan for these pieces of Rolex history?
Russ

Mike Wood · 29 August 2011, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by bluemartinifan

Custodian defined.....

cus·to·di·an (k-std-n)
1. One that has charge of something; a caretaker

Mike - as a custodian or caretaker of these important watches - if I may ask - what is your long range plan for these pieces of Rolex history?

Ooooh..... errrrrr....... aaaaaah...... urrm!!

You got me there, Russ!!

I don't have a long term plan or an exit strategy, I just enjoy collecting and appreciating these watches. I would like to think that my ownership (and the small reparations I make to them, where necessary) improves and prepares them for the future. Sadly, I don't get the feeling that Rolex shares our passion for their heritage, although it is something I am happy to promote.

Maybe I'll sell 'em all, buy a rocket-ship, and head for the stars...!

bluemartinifan · 29 August 2011, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Wood

Ooooh..... errrrrr....... aaaaaah...... urrm!!

You got me there, Russ!!

I don't have a long term plan or an exit strategy, I just enjoy collecting and appreciating these watches. I would like to think that my ownership (and the small reparations I make to them, where necessary) improves and prepares them for the future. Sadly, I don't get the feeling that Rolex shares our passion for their heritage, although it is something I am happy to promote.

Maybe I'll sell 'em all, buy a rocket-ship, and head for the stars...!

Mike - it is a true learning experience to see and discuss your rare pieces - thank you for sharing

arttay10 · 29 August 2011, 07:27 AM

I think we have now touched on a moral issue....

That one being - is it right for one man to hold so many beautiful pieces

Absolutely stunning Mike

Jason71 · 29 August 2011, 07:58 AM

I would love to own just one..........FANTASTIC Mike

Quote:

Originally Posted by arttay10

I think we have now touched on a moral issue....

That one being - is it right for one man to hold so many beautiful pieces

Absolutely stunning Mike

Why yes.......yes, it is right. Remember..........He who dies with the most Rolex divers......WINS.

1675-David · 29 August 2011, 07:42 AM

Gulp!!! did I just feel the earth move?

Mike Wood · 29 August 2011, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 1675-David

Gulp!!! did I just feel the earth move?

I think you can get tablets for that...

Beaumont Miller II · 29 August 2011, 08:01 AM

Mike thanks for rare treat of letting us see some of the rare treasures in your collection. The 5513, 5513/5517, and the two 5517's are unbelievable. I am not sure they make a word to describe the A/6538. Feel free to indulge us anytime.

lhanddds · 29 August 2011, 08:06 AM

Wow, very nice

matt4hand · 29 August 2011, 08:06 AM

Ummm... Don't know what to say. Not too shabby!

Rick-O · 29 August 2011, 08:15 AM

Amazing Mike!!! I'll take the one in the middle please

soundserious · 29 August 2011, 08:23 AM

dreamy, what a fantastic set!

how about loaning them to a museum or something?

marcello pisani · 29 August 2011, 08:35 AM

the damned Merseyside guy strickes back !!

Mike Wood · 29 August 2011, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by marcello pisani

the damned Merseyside guy strickes back !!

I am just the apprentice following in the footsteps of his famous Italian uncle!!

marcello pisani · 29 August 2011, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike Wood

I am just the apprentice following in the footsteps of his famous Italian uncle!!

oh my God .. another nephew has sourced ???
with all these relatives on both sides of the Atlantic ... next Christmas will be incredibly expensive .. I must begin to spare now ( and stop buying watches as well

)

arttay10 · 29 August 2011, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by marcello pisani

oh my God .. another nephew has sourced ???
with all these relatives on both sides of the Atlantic ... next Christmas will be incredibly expensive .. I must begin to spare now ( and stop buying watches as well

)

Hey Uncle Marcello - don't forget that I'm your favourite nephew....

Frogman4me · 29 August 2011, 08:41 AM

Unbelievable!!! Thanks for sharing Mike :)

29 August 2011, 05:38 AM	#1
Mike Wood "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Wood Location: Liverpool UK Watch: Listen & Learn! Posts: 611	Five pearls from the Rolex "crown"... Please permit me a self-indulgent moment and allow me to share five milSubs from my collection. This is the first time I have brought together these five watches, and although they look pretty similar, each is unique! Sorry for the crappy photo! From left-to-right: 1975 ref. 5513 (0552 Royal Navy Clearance Diver) ~ 1977 double ref. 5513/5517 (0552 Royal Navy) ~ 1957 ref. A/6538 (0552 Royal Navy) ~ 1978 ref. 5517 (0552 Royal Navy Marines) ~ 1977 ref. 5517 (W-10 S.A.S. Army) The watches are all "full-spec". I feel priveleged to be "custodian" of this little lot!! Mike Wood

29 August 2011, 05:39 AM	#2
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,260	Magnificent! __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

29 August 2011, 05:40 AM	#3
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Spectacular Mike! The True "Fab 5". This is the first time I have ever wanted to have a job as a custodian! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

29 August 2011, 05:43 AM	#5
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	They are all very nice.....But the 57' in the middle stands out above the rest for me!!! Thanks for sharing Mike! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

29 August 2011, 06:14 AM	#11
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Amazing, thanks for sharing Mike. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

29 August 2011, 05:41 AM	#4
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 10,063	wow,, i wouldnt complain about the quality of the picture , look at the quality in the picture. outstanding.

29 August 2011, 05:44 AM	#7
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	Wow Stunning Collection!!

29 August 2011, 05:51 AM	#8
pdoukas "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Pete Location: Arizona Watch: ing Duke bball Posts: 1,488	Oh my......very very nice!

29 August 2011, 06:03 AM	#9
Jagatai "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Philip Location: NY Posts: 851	Omg grail!!

29 August 2011, 06:14 AM	#10
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Amazing Mike!!! Next time I'm in the UK, I'd love to stop by your shop!

29 August 2011, 06:21 AM	#12
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	WOW! The 3,6,9 is awesome. __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

29 August 2011, 06:38 AM	#13
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Amazing Mike! They're for sure in great hands. Beautiful quintuplets. __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

29 August 2011, 07:11 AM	#14
bluemartinifan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Russ Location: Dallas Texas Watch: 5513 Posts: 2,124	Custodian defined..... cus·to·di·an (k-std-n) 1. One that has charge of something; a caretaker Mike - as a custodian or caretaker of these important watches - if I may ask - what is your long range plan for these pieces of Rolex history? Russ

29 August 2011, 07:27 AM	#17
arttay10 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lancashire, UK Watch: ???????? Posts: 2,187	I think we have now touched on a moral issue.... That one being - is it right for one man to hold so many beautiful pieces Absolutely stunning Mike

29 August 2011, 07:42 AM	#19
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	Gulp!!! did I just feel the earth move?

29 August 2011, 08:01 AM	#21
Beaumont Miller II "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,615	Mike thanks for rare treat of letting us see some of the rare treasures in your collection. The 5513, 5513/5517, and the two 5517's are unbelievable. I am not sure they make a word to describe the A/6538. Feel free to indulge us anytime. __________________

29 August 2011, 08:06 AM	#22
lhanddds Banned Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: of course Posts: 8,429	Wow, very nice

29 August 2011, 08:06 AM	#23
matt4hand Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: Atlanta Watch: Tramp Posts: 2,369	Ummm... Don't know what to say. Not too shabby!

29 August 2011, 08:15 AM	#24
Rick-O "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Rick Location: Insane Watch: Anything Tropical Posts: 170	Amazing Mike!!! I'll take the one in the middle please

29 August 2011, 08:23 AM	#25
soundserious "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: usofmfa Posts: 3,157	dreamy, what a fantastic set! how about loaning them to a museum or something?

29 August 2011, 08:35 AM	#26
marcello pisani "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: italy Posts: 991	the damned Merseyside guy strickes back !!

29 August 2011, 08:41 AM	#30
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Unbelievable!!! Thanks for sharing Mike :)

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