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Old 9 May 2019, 01:36 PM   #1
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First step into vintage

I have been eyeing the vintage market for many years but never got myself to make the move with the lack of knowledge, not till last year out of coincident i go to know a vintage watch enthusiast who is willing to share his knowledge and tech me the world of vintage, I am grateful for all the knowledge that has been pass onto me and all this inspiring/knowledgeable information shared on this forum by other members.

My first step into vintage and i know this is just the beginning
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Old 9 May 2019, 01:43 PM   #2
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What a wonderful point of entry into vintage Rolex. 5513/5512 is a gift that keeps on giving.

Congratulations buddy!

Edit: The 3rd photo is so awesome; looks like a MB&F bubble dome.
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Old 9 May 2019, 01:50 PM   #3
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Looks unpolished from the side angle...nice piece
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Old 9 May 2019, 01:54 PM   #4
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5513 is a great entry into the vintage Rolex world. Looks like you got a very nice honest example. Well done.
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Old 9 May 2019, 02:02 PM   #5
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Looks unpolished from the side angle...nice piece
I am no expert but the original bevel edges appear to be not [edit: slightly less] there... Here is my point of reference;





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Old 9 May 2019, 10:23 PM   #6
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The watch in your example has clearly been polished and refinished. The OP’s Watch is unpolished.

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I am no expert but the original bevel edges appear to be not [edit: slightly less] there... Here is my point of reference;





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Old 9 May 2019, 11:25 PM   #7
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That 5513 is a LAWW reptilian job. OP watch is untouched and much thicker lugs
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Old 9 May 2019, 11:26 PM   #8
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Repolish job sorry damn autocorrect
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Old 9 May 2019, 11:32 PM   #9
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Great looking watch! Congrats!
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Old 10 May 2019, 12:30 AM   #10
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Looks very untouched! Cant think of a better entry. Great choice. Once venture into vintage, there is no turning back. Welcome welcome
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