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Old 10 October 2021, 05:55 AM   #91
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Old 10 October 2021, 06:21 AM   #92
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Amazing post, thanks for taking the time to share that with us.

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Old 10 October 2021, 06:52 AM   #93
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20 years - that’s a wonderful bond you’ve made with your Sub.
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Old 10 October 2021, 06:53 AM   #94
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Padi's is a seadweller.. Never saw him post any other watches, wonder if he has any other ones...

Pretty sure he has an amazing Daytona from his father? And some others. He isn’t here to boast like some on this forum.


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Old 10 October 2021, 07:21 AM   #95
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Congrats. Amazing story. Love the photos.


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Old 10 October 2021, 10:08 AM   #96
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Priceless ... thanks for sharing!
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Old 12 October 2021, 08:35 AM   #97
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It's about +3 to +4 per day.

The only reason I serviced it was that I was offered a free service for my 16610 as a "sweetener" by the AD when I bought my first PP, about 10 years ago.

How about your 16610? How's that doing?
@ +1.6 seconds a day
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Old 12 October 2021, 08:44 AM   #98
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@ +1.6 seconds a day
That's amazing. Mine is worn in a rotation of about ten watches, so it's never far off before it gets swapped out. Currently enjoying my 5513, about +5 per day, but not certified, for a cleaner dial.
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Old 12 October 2021, 10:04 AM   #99
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That's amazing. Mine is worn in a rotation of about ten watches, so it's never far off before it gets swapped out. Currently enjoying my 5513, about +5 per day, but not certified, for a cleaner dial.

Man that's a beauty right there. Actually looking for one to buy..
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Old 12 October 2021, 11:34 AM   #100
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Old 12 October 2021, 10:54 PM   #101
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Man that's a beauty right there. Actually looking for one to buy..
Thanks. The only advice I'd give you is extreme caution, the vintage market can be a minefield, so buy from a known expert if at all possible, and do loads of research first. There are so many different versions of the 5513, so it pays to know which precise variant you are looking for. Mine is a Mark 1 Maxi dial, FWIW.
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Old 13 October 2021, 01:56 AM   #102
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There are some very nice watches in this thread.

To my eye, the five digit watches look so much better that the larger case later versions.
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Old 13 October 2021, 04:57 AM   #103
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There are some very nice watches in this thread.

To my eye, the five digit watches look so much better that the larger case later versions.
I totally agree, and I quite actively dislike the subsequent 6-digit supercase variants on aesthetic grounds. Just as well, because you can't get them at reasonable prices!
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Old 13 October 2021, 05:18 AM   #104
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Great thread, congratulations OP on enjoying your watch for the last 20 years, may you enjoy it for many years to come.


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Old 13 October 2021, 08:52 AM   #105
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Box and papes bro!
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Old 13 October 2021, 10:42 AM   #106
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box and papes bro!
Congratulations!
pho sho bro¡¡¡
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Old 13 October 2021, 11:16 AM   #107
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My S serial (bought new, Jan 1995 for $2413) on Rubber B with glidelock style clasp says hi !


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Happy Anniversary!! She is still in fantastic shape! I love my 14060M and hope to pair it up with a 16610 in the next year or two. I'm hoping to spend my final 20 years with it!!
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Old 16 October 2021, 03:18 AM   #109
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Happy Anniversary!! She is still in fantastic shape! I love my 14060M and hope to pair it up with a 16610 in the next year or two. I'm hoping to spend my final 20 years with it!!
Final 20 years? Why not 50 years?
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Old 16 October 2021, 03:20 AM   #110
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that is impressive!!!
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Old 4 November 2021, 10:36 PM   #111
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Yeaaa bro lol
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Old 15 November 2021, 05:49 AM   #112
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There are some very nice watches in this thread.

To my eye, the five digit watches look so much better that the larger case later versions.
True story
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I agree OP, this was probably the most iconic iteration of the sub. So perfect in every conceivable way. Love mine too


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Old 16 November 2021, 02:42 PM   #114
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I agree OP, this was probably the most iconic iteration of the sub. So perfect in every conceivable way. Love mine too


I'm thinking of I should get a nato. Never took it off the bracelet..
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Old 16 November 2021, 02:51 PM   #115
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Wow! Looks new! How did you keep it so clean


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Old 16 November 2021, 03:34 PM   #116
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I work in the office most of my life on the computer, but when I do things like fixing the car or adventurous things like hard-core sports and so forth, I wear a casio to beat on. But otherwise the watch is on me 24-7. Pics don't really show the scratches and tiny dings here and there. Probobly need a 10x magnification glass to see the imperfections. Otherwise it looks like new from 2 feet away lol
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Old 16 November 2021, 04:20 PM   #117
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Old 16 November 2021, 07:52 PM   #118
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I have never polished it or serviced it..Yes some people are going to chew my head for that lol.
This is exactly what I mean. You don't have to service a watch every 5 to 10 years IF IT WORKS! Some Rolexes work perfectly for 20-30 years after a service. It is rediculous that some people service their Rolexes every 5 years.
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Old 16 November 2021, 09:50 PM   #119
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what a nice piece! hope you never sell it!!! (:
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Old 16 November 2021, 09:55 PM   #120
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They are great watches and there’s no mystery to me why they remain popular…
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