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Old 18 June 2012, 01:46 AM   #1
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Icon17 Two classics

We all know there's nothing like searching and finding great vintage pieces

Of my Rolex watches these two bring me the most joy...

1680 - all original Red Sub from 1970.
16750 - all original GMT from 1981.

It took me a while time to hunt down these two NOS beasts and they're an absolute joy to wear and look at

The only thing I have done to them is fitting new bracelets.

Here are a few snaps taken earlier today...























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Old 18 June 2012, 01:54 AM   #2
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Amazing pieces Anders!!!! Lovely duo!
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Old 18 June 2012, 01:55 AM   #3
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Gorgeous pair!
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Old 18 June 2012, 02:06 AM   #4
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Both are great looking watches. Congrats on some beautiful examples.
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Old 18 June 2012, 02:16 AM   #5
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Wow. Absolutely stunning pictures! I really love that 1680!! If one ever is feeling lonely, send one over to me!
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Old 18 June 2012, 02:21 AM   #6
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How how how . . .
Did Santa Claus passed by . . . ?

We'll to be honest . . . I am a little jealous . . . in a positive way . . ;-)

Congrats

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Old 18 June 2012, 02:47 AM   #7
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Just insane P. Diddy...
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Old 18 June 2012, 02:49 AM   #8
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Great shots of two beautiful references!
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Old 18 June 2012, 02:57 AM   #9
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Two stunning examples!

Worth the effort.
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:07 AM   #10
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Gorgeous examples mate!
Still hunting for the right red sub, patience.
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:14 AM   #11
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Very nice Anders!
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:19 AM   #12
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Wow,

The RedSub is excellent, though I would have to sell two of my watches to obtain one, so it's out of budget for me... I am hoping to obtain a white Sub at some point...
Thanks for sharing the pics, I think you may be promoting vintage ownership with those nice photo's...
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:23 AM   #13
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3 letters I love to see NOS! Amazing pieces.
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:36 AM   #14
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Anders, great photos of two superb vintage pieces :)

I love the 1680 its in a fantastic condition :)
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:39 AM   #15
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Wow. Very nice, Anders. Big congrats!
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Old 18 June 2012, 03:52 AM   #16
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So AMAZING!!!

I'd love a Pepsi GMT...I just don't feel like I could wear it as an everyday watch because of the colors. Maybe I need to get over that and just buy one...
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Old 18 June 2012, 04:01 AM   #17
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We all know there's nothing like searching and finding great vintage pieces

Of my Rolex watches these two bring me the most joy...
...Mate!! those great pics bring enable us to share in that joy

BTW - how did you manage to get some sunshine? Weather's been pants here in North Devon most of the day.
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Old 18 June 2012, 04:15 AM   #18
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fantastic watches... respect !
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Old 18 June 2012, 04:44 AM   #19
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Nice photos!!!
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Old 18 June 2012, 04:51 AM   #20
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oh yeah!!!!
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Old 18 June 2012, 04:54 AM   #21
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No doubt why they are your favorite, stunning
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Old 18 June 2012, 05:11 AM   #22
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Classic....
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Old 18 June 2012, 07:23 AM   #23
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Wonderfuk watches Puffy
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Old 18 June 2012, 09:54 AM   #24
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Very nice....congrats !
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Old 18 June 2012, 10:38 AM   #25
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Absolutely nice pieces:)!!
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Old 18 June 2012, 11:16 AM   #26
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Wonderful pieces! Great wrist shots!
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Old 18 June 2012, 12:17 PM   #27
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Really great photos of some top condition pieces.
Nice photos of great classics.!
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Old 18 June 2012, 12:20 PM   #28
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Great classics and great shots Anders
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Old 19 June 2012, 12:12 AM   #29
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Old 19 June 2012, 03:13 AM   #30
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