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rmlovett1 · 9 March 2017, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Maiden

For me, and this may cause a little controversy, but the five digits are not really vintage, they are the "older" modern Rolex and the new six digit versions are the proper evolution of the modern luxury version, with changes that would be expected, ie a bracelet befitting a watch that costs several thousand dollars.

I would do as Adam said, go for the 5513, that is a true vintage watch with the plexi ect,....five digits are not vintage IMO, just the previous modern version if that makes any sense?

There's definitive arguments over what is vintage vs not vintage ....as a 5513 was produced into 1990. So would a glossy dial, WG surrounds dial '88-'89, 5513 be considered a vintage watch, vs a '79-'83, matte dial, tritium dial, 16800 not being vintage? Many opinions on this subject

douglasf13 · 9 March 2017, 08:36 AM

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DLRIDES · 9 March 2017, 08:47 AM

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jdmi32 · 9 March 2017, 10:59 AM

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Mine's a 9.5!

douglasf13 · 9 March 2017, 11:39 AM

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Mine's a 9.5!

Well, I'm jealous!!

mtgjr · 9 March 2017, 11:05 AM

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DLRIDES · 9 March 2017, 08:46 AM

I think the Tritium 14060 is the best of both worlds, creamy patina look with modern internals.

madonofrio · 9 March 2017, 09:58 AM

Matte 16800... date with sapphire crystal. 80s vintage.

lain09 · 9 March 2017, 10:19 AM

For 5513 or 1680 perhaps. Not for a 5 digit.

Jellitod · 9 March 2017, 10:50 AM

I won't make that trade.

Lol-x · 9 March 2017, 11:06 AM

As stated above I would only trade for a 5513, 5512 or 1680 if I wanted to go vintage cool.
However, the current model no-date Submariner is a very cool watch in terms of function, wrist presence and robustness, so there is no downside to keeping what you already own.

Buying a really nice example of the vintage models above is not simply 'point & click', you need to do research, be very careful, ensure all aspects of the watch are acceptable, remember we are talking about a 40-50 year old watch, so many have wear & tear issues.....that can if you are not careful lead to tears.

Askewww · 9 March 2017, 12:30 PM

Yes! So glad I went with the 5 digit. You won't regret

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Andad · 9 March 2017, 08:09 PM

As Steve said - choose the model you want most - do your research - buy the best one you can.

m j b · 10 March 2017, 02:24 AM

My first Rolex was a 14060M and although I loved the watch, once I got a newer sub (LV) with the better bracelet and clasp, the M's days were numbered. It was sold and replaced later with the 114060. I won't go back.

However, that said, I do see the appeal in the older watches. But that old stamped bracelet was just never up to the quality of the watch itself, IMHO.

ejvette · 10 March 2017, 02:40 AM

At the current prices of a decent condition 5513 it would be pretty much an even trade with a new SubC. Not a swap I would do... maybe if anything pick up a 16610 and pocket the cash difference.

tifosi · 10 March 2017, 02:46 AM

I really wouldn't see the point in that unless you REALLY liked the old case, small plots and hands and bracelet better. Right now, for me, the 114060 is the ultimate daily wearer.

AK797 · 10 March 2017, 03:21 AM

For a 4 digit, not 5.

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Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,588	As stated above I would only trade for a 5513, 5512 or 1680 if I wanted to go vintage cool. However, the current model no-date Submariner is a very cool watch in terms of function, wrist presence and robustness, so there is no downside to keeping what you already own. Buying a really nice example of the vintage models above is not simply 'point & click', you need to do research, be very careful, ensure all aspects of the watch are acceptable, remember we are talking about a 40-50 year old watch, so many have wear & tear issues.....that can if you are not careful lead to tears. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

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ejvette 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,516	At the current prices of a decent condition 5513 it would be pretty much an even trade with a new SubC. Not a swap I would do... maybe if anything pick up a 16610 and pocket the cash difference. __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko•Tudor "No one on their death bed ever said I wish I worked more" My Grandma * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

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DLRIDES 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Real Name: Don Location: NC/WY Watch: Me Posts: 4,675	I think the Tritium 14060 is the best of both worlds, creamy patina look with modern internals.

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madonofrio "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Mike Location: Philadelphia Watch: 1016 Posts: 88	Matte 16800... date with sapphire crystal. 80s vintage.

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lain09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: CA Posts: 149	For 5513 or 1680 perhaps. Not for a 5 digit.

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Jellitod Banned Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: USA Posts: 90	I won't make that trade.

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Askewww "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: ND Posts: 511	Yes! So glad I went with the 5 digit. You won't regret Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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tifosi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Russ Location: Southern NJ Posts: 5,760	I really wouldn't see the point in that unless you REALLY liked the old case, small plots and hands and bracelet better. Right now, for me, the 114060 is the ultimate daily wearer. __________________ Russ

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AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	For a 4 digit, not 5.

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