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Old 25 January 2013, 01:14 AM   #1
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Where can I fondle a 5513 in central NC?

Hi, all. I'm getting serious about a 5513 as my first Rolex purchase, as a daily wearer. Obviously I'd like to see and hold one before I buy, and would ideally like to buy from someone local.

I've searched the vintage dealer list, but didn't see anyone in North Carolina. I'm in the Raleigh-Durham area. Any suggestions?

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Old 25 January 2013, 01:23 AM   #2
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Nice taste. I love the 5513 vintage Rolex models. I do not know of any vintage dealers in that part of the country locally that you can drive to. Sorry, but there most likely are not any. However, there are plenty of reputable trustworthy dealers online that offer a 3 to 5 day full money back return policy. That means if you dont like the watch for any reason, just send it back. Most offer free shipping too. Just google "vintage Rolex" or something similar and plenty will come up. Good luck!
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Old 25 January 2013, 02:34 AM   #3
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Just google "vintage Rolex" or something similar and plenty will come up.
I think you should disclose to the OP that your business will come up among the first results...
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Old 25 January 2013, 03:05 AM   #5
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The 5513 is one of my favorite. That will probably be my next model. I would really like to find a 1980 model.
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Old 25 January 2013, 05:27 AM   #6
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I think there is a trusted seller Kangar in North Carolina and there are a couple of ADs in Raleigh. One at the south point mall that I can recall
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It is illegal in some states to fondle a 5513.......I'd check.
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It is illegal in some states to fondle a 5513.......I'd check.

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Hi, all. I'm getting serious about a 5513 as my first Rolex purchase, as a daily wearer. Obviously I'd like to see and hold one before I buy, and would ideally like to buy from someone local.

I've searched the vintage dealer list, but didn't see anyone in North Carolina. I'm in the Raleigh-Durham area. Any suggestions?

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It may take some driving to do that. Take a look at some Virginia and Georgia dealers.
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Old 25 January 2013, 08:41 AM   #10
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It is illegal in some states to fondle a 5513.......I'd check.
Only if the 5513 is less than 18 years old.

Actually, I think it may be 16 in North Carolina. Earlier if it belongs to a cousin.

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Old 25 January 2013, 08:42 AM   #11
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I think there is a trusted seller Kangar in North Carolina and there are a couple of ADs in Raleigh. One at the south point mall that I can recall
Thanks. It never occurred to me to check the ADs for vintage.
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Thanks. It never occurred to me to check the ADs for vintage.
Hello from NC

None of the major ADs I have seen carry preowned stock, and certainly not vintage. I would try jewelers.
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Old 25 January 2013, 08:48 AM   #13
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None of the major ADs I have seen carry preowned stock, and certainly not vintage. I would try jewelers.
Thanks, Daniel. I've seen your posts. When I know my timeframe for purchase, I assume I can let you know?

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Old 25 January 2013, 08:53 AM   #14
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Thanks, Daniel. I've seen your posts. When I know my timeframe for purchase, I assume I can let you know?

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I would more than glad to help or point you in the right direction with one of my vintage dealer/friends
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Old 25 January 2013, 09:01 AM   #15
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