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Old 16 September 2016, 12:01 PM   #1
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5513 or 14060

Not sure if this is covered but wanted to get your opinion.

Currently I have sub c which I bought new from AD.

Now I am looking to get a daily watch on a strap or a nato.

Which one should I go with? I don't know much about the watches so any information would be helpful.

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Old 16 September 2016, 07:10 PM   #2
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They are both great watches and you can't go wrong with either. I love the warmth of the acrylic crystal on the 5513 and think that if you can find one in decent condition, you should go for it..

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Old 16 September 2016, 07:16 PM   #3
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My choice is the watch with patina
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Old 16 September 2016, 07:20 PM   #4
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Welcome to TRF.

IMO your SubC is a great daily wearer. The 14060 and 5513 wear quite differently and will feel small in comparison.

I own a 5513 from 67 and love the classic case and the acrylic crystal. I don't wear it everyday though.
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Old 16 September 2016, 07:31 PM   #5
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Old 16 September 2016, 07:36 PM   #6
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Ty you all. My sub c is on a bracelet & I would like a strap watch for daily wear.

I have small wrist and I feel that 5513 or 14060 will be great for my wrist.

I am also inclining toward 5513 but the price difference is almost double so wanted to get your opinion..


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Old 16 September 2016, 07:38 PM   #7
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5513. I have the 5513's COSC stable mate, the 5512, and its a lovely watch. Although mine has a Rolex service dial, the acrylic crystal and large flat markers add bags of charm over the later models with raised markers and sapphire crystal. Its the best Sub to wear on a strap or Nato if you want some vintage charm.
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Old 16 September 2016, 07:45 PM   #8
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I owned both for a while but sold the 14060 and kept the more classic 5513, which is a later model (1989) and I suppose only subtly different to the 14060 to the casual observer, the acrylic dome being the most obvious difference.
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Old 16 September 2016, 08:35 PM   #9
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Keep the Sub C for your everyday watch and add a 5513 for weekends / special occasions.
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Old 16 September 2016, 09:03 PM   #10
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5513 for sure!
Acrylic makes a huge difference!
Good luck on the hunt.
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Old 16 September 2016, 10:00 PM   #11
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For every day ... 14060
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Old 16 September 2016, 10:30 PM   #12
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5513 all day and FTW!!! I had a 14060M and while a great watch, it doesn't have the charm or personality of acrylic/matte.


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Old 16 September 2016, 10:31 PM   #13
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Get the 14060, it's very symetrical
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Old 16 September 2016, 11:01 PM   #14
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14060 two-liner with t-dial and you are set for much less $$$$
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Old 16 September 2016, 11:29 PM   #15
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14060 two-liner with t-dial and you are set for much less $$$$


Can't agree more.


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Old 16 September 2016, 11:32 PM   #16
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Old 16 September 2016, 11:47 PM   #17
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I wouldn't bet a 5513 unless it did NOT have white gold surrounds. Otherwise, I'd opt for a cheaper 14060.

The matte dial and old school lume are nice...but as said, maybe not for daily wear.

I'd hate to buy a vintage sub only to have the lume flake / crack off. I have heard of reinforcing the lume...imagine that means some sort of glue applied by a watchmaker...

I kick myself for not getting a nice 5513 maybe 5 years ago for $5k usd. Seems they're mostly in the 7-9k range now.
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Old 16 September 2016, 11:52 PM   #18
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For a daily watch I'd say 14060. Acrylic may have some charm but sapphire is more practical for a 'wear everywhere and not worry about it' watch. They're cheaper too.
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Old 16 September 2016, 11:56 PM   #19
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The sub C on a nice hodinkee or bulang strap would be an awesome daily wear.
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:14 AM   #20
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For me...probably the 14060 if it were going to be a daily wearer
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:16 AM   #21
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TY all...its interesting to learn about pros/cons.

This is what I have on ebay which I like: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stunning-Vin...IAAOSwMtxXt3Zi

but then I also see: http://www.ebay.com/itm/SERVICED-198...EAAOSwIgNXwHw-

or

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Role...8AAOSwLnBX2qJB


so not sure which direction to go.
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:17 AM   #22
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I work from home and most of the time not wearing a watch...for me daily wear is when I go grab my lunch or go out for dinner in the evenings. So I am not worried about that.
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:57 AM   #23
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I work from home and most of the time not wearing a watch...for me daily wear is when I go grab my lunch or go out for dinner in the evenings. So I am not worried about that.
In that case...save the money and don't buy either! Geez, I almost always wear a watch at home. I wear watches because I enjoy them, not just for others to see when I'm out.
Maybe I'm the weird one
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Old 17 September 2016, 01:26 AM   #24
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In that case...save the money and don't buy either! Geez, I almost always wear a watch at home. I wear watches because I enjoy them, not just for others to see when I'm out.

Maybe I'm the weird one


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Old 17 September 2016, 01:43 AM   #25
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:23 AM   #26
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:42 AM   #27
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14060 a perfect Daily watch
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Old 17 September 2016, 12:54 AM   #28
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You can daily wear a 5513 without any problem. If the premium is not a problem buy the 5513. You won't regret it.
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Old 17 September 2016, 01:26 AM   #29
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Old 17 September 2016, 01:44 AM   #30
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I would get the 5513 over the 14060 all day.
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