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Atl · 1 January 2010, 02:51 AM

All,
My Uncle who is a retired SEAL, was issued a Rolex Sub-no date in 1962 by the Navy. It is in average condition as he wears it every day, and has not been abused. He is not a collector and has no idea what his watch is really worth. He wants to insure it, and I thought that someone here might have a guess as to it's current insurable value. He thinks is maybe worth around $500.00. I told him he will be surprised, but I have no idea, but I know it's way more than $500.00. Do any of you want to give a ballpark guess?? We would be grateful.

Thank you,
David

Hawk99 · 1 January 2010, 03:01 AM

nt.

onkyo · 1 January 2010, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Hawk99

nt.

x2.... a picture please.

mike · 1 January 2010, 04:32 AM

I'm not as up to speed as I should be on these. It's my understanding there were some Tudor Subs issued during this time. I've read of pricing in the 10K range, but I honestly have no idea.

As stated a photo and any supporting documentation would be a great help.

Maybe one of the real experts in this area can help.

Nicko · 1 January 2010, 04:41 AM

pics!

Atl · 1 January 2010, 06:50 AM

All,
My Uncle is in Virginia and I am in Atlanta, so pictures are out. I know absolutely it is not a Tudor, but a 1962 Navy issue Rolex Sub-no date. I know pictures would help, but I am just asking for a ballpark figure for his insurance Co., and to surprise him with the value.
The last time I saw it at Thanksgiving, it was in good shape, but you could tell he does wear it every day. He is absolutely not interested in selling it, but was interested in it's approx. value.

I would appreciate any help, if someone has an educated guess.

Thanks,
David

Atl · 1 January 2010, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicko

pics!

It looks like the watch in your avitar, if that helps.

mike · 1 January 2010, 07:14 AM

Well, here's the best I can find,

http://www.network54.com/Forum/20759...513+%28long%29

Atl · 1 January 2010, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

Well, here's the best I can find,

http://www.network54.com/Forum/20759...513+%28long%29

Thanks Mike!,
That's what it looks like, but his does not have engraving on the back, and the article mentioned nothing about value. I am just wanting a good/educated guess as to value for his watch.

Thanks,
David

onkyo · 1 January 2010, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atl

Thanks Mike!,
That's what it looks like, but his does not have engraving on the back, and the article mentioned nothing about value. I am just wanting a good/educated guess as to value for his watch.

Thanks,
David

Ok. Does he have anything showing the navy issue? Or is it just the watch?

robsteve · 1 January 2010, 12:25 PM

I like this qoute from the referenced link:

"but there is one thing for sure, it is a good example for the quality of rolex. a tool watch that has been used for many years and it woks as if it is new"

As an owner of a Rolex that has been in my family since 1952 and worn daily until recently, it is so true.

Robert

Nicko · 1 January 2010, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atl

It looks like the watch in your avitar, if that helps.

I wish! My avatar is just a simple Tudor Sub!

Atl · 11 January 2010, 05:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by onkyo

Ok. Does he have anything showing the navy issue? Or is it just the watch?

Yes, he has a photo taken when he was presented his watch taken by a fellow SEAL.

Nicko · 11 January 2010, 05:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Atl

Yes, he has a photo taken when he was presented his watch taken by a fellow SEAL.

Where are the pics?

Tools · 11 January 2010, 05:58 AM

If the point is for insurance, then the Insurance company will likely only insure it for replacement cost..~$6,000 bucks.. Unless he can have it appraised at a higher "collectors" value..

Premiums on collector value or museum pieces can vary dramatically..

ciclisto · 17 January 2010, 10:08 AM

i di not think they had seal in the 60 they were frogmen..

CKLinLA · 17 January 2010, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ciclisto

i di not think they had seal in the 60 they were frogmen..

You're right somehow frogs have evolved to seals.

On the original question, I don't think an educated guess is even possible without pics. There can be so many different variables. The guys here are not just giving you a hard time...

1 January 2010, 02:51 AM	#1
Atl Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: David Location: Sandy Springs, Ga Watch: GMT II, new Subbie Posts: 937	1962 Navy SEAL issue Sub/no date All, My Uncle who is a retired SEAL, was issued a Rolex Sub-no date in 1962 by the Navy. It is in average condition as he wears it every day, and has not been abused. He is not a collector and has no idea what his watch is really worth. He wants to insure it, and I thought that someone here might have a guess as to it's current insurable value. He thinks is maybe worth around $500.00. I told him he will be surprised, but I have no idea, but I know it's way more than $500.00. Do any of you want to give a ballpark guess?? We would be grateful. Thank you, David

1 January 2010, 03:01 AM	#2
Hawk99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: BC Posts: 388	A picture would be help a bunch. nt.

11 January 2010, 05:58 AM	#15
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	If the point is for insurance, then the Insurance company will likely only insure it for replacement cost..~$6,000 bucks.. Unless he can have it appraised at a higher "collectors" value.. Premiums on collector value or museum pieces can vary dramatically.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

1 January 2010, 04:32 AM	#4
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I'm not as up to speed as I should be on these. It's my understanding there were some Tudor Subs issued during this time. I've read of pricing in the 10K range, but I honestly have no idea. As stated a photo and any supporting documentation would be a great help. Maybe one of the real experts in this area can help.

1 January 2010, 04:41 AM	#5
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	pics!

1 January 2010, 06:50 AM	#6
Atl Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: David Location: Sandy Springs, Ga Watch: GMT II, new Subbie Posts: 937	All, My Uncle is in Virginia and I am in Atlanta, so pictures are out. I know absolutely it is not a Tudor, but a 1962 Navy issue Rolex Sub-no date. I know pictures would help, but I am just asking for a ballpark figure for his insurance Co., and to surprise him with the value. The last time I saw it at Thanksgiving, it was in good shape, but you could tell he does wear it every day. He is absolutely not interested in selling it, but was interested in it's approx. value. I would appreciate any help, if someone has an educated guess. Thanks, David

1 January 2010, 07:14 AM	#8
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Well, here's the best I can find, http://www.network54.com/Forum/20759...513+%28long%29

1 January 2010, 12:25 PM	#11
robsteve "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 776	I like this qoute from the referenced link: "but there is one thing for sure, it is a good example for the quality of rolex. a tool watch that has been used for many years and it woks as if it is new" As an owner of a Rolex that has been in my family since 1952 and worn daily until recently, it is so true. Robert

17 January 2010, 10:08 AM	#16
ciclisto Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: john Location: San Diego Posts: 46	i di not think they had seal in the 60 they were frogmen..

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