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vesnyder · 8 August 2019, 07:52 AM

I know there are plenty of new Rolex's on the forum, but how about the oldest? I recently saw some guys with real "vintage" watches. Let's see them?

I'll post a pic of my 36 year old DJ that is excellent condition - partially thanks to Michael Young. It is overdue for a service but looking good ...

Onikage · 8 August 2019, 07:55 AM

I seem to remember a pocket watch a few years back. It actually was someone's grandfather's. Possibly the only legitimate grandfather's Rolex account.

mmmmp · 8 August 2019, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by vesnyder

I know there are plenty of new Rolex's on the forum, but how about the oldest? I recently saw some guys with real "vintage" watches. Let's see them?

I'll post a pic of my 36 year old DJ that is excellent condition - partially thanks to Michael Young. It is overdue for a service but looking good ...

This should be an interesting thread, there are a lot of members with gorgeous vintage pieces. Alas, I do not but I wanted to ask: Is the entire case of your DJ brushed steel? I know there were several years running when they didn't feature a 'mirror finish' or highly polished case.

Just to add: Your reference is in very good shape. Must have been well treated.

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Bryant Park · 8 August 2019, 09:33 AM

Approximate birth year pieces....

4srolex · 8 August 2019, 09:46 AM

My dad got this during the Korean War around 1950 when he served in the US Army and I just got it serviced 60 plus years later.

Runs and looks brand new.

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GB-man · 8 August 2019, 10:02 AM

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My dad got this during the Korean War around 1950 when he served in the US Army and I just got it serviced 60 plus years later.

Runs and looks brand new.

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Very cool! My grandfather served in Korea

pepsiretail · 8 August 2019, 10:10 AM

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Approximate birth year pieces....

Am I going to beat Bryant Park at Rolex Watches?

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Bryant Park · 8 August 2019, 10:11 AM

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Am I going to beat Bryant Park at Rolex Watches?

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Not even close, I am humbled. That is extremely cool! Your birth year

Love it

schoolboy · 8 August 2019, 10:31 AM

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My dad got this during the Korean War around 1950 when he served in the US Army and I just got it serviced 60 plus years later.

Runs and looks brand new.

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Dang that is a very nice looking piece. Love the bracelet and the missing end link look.

stil · 8 August 2019, 10:37 AM

I could play the Omega and Seiko game...but only to the 60s.

Those vintage Rolex examples above are really cool. Nice one.

Equity · 8 August 2019, 10:44 AM

My dad picked this up recently. 73 years young. We haven’t run the serial yet, it’s definitely not the oldest but a great vintage example nonetheless.

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Naples09 · 8 August 2019, 10:53 AM

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This should be an interesting thread, there are a lot of members with gorgeous vintage pieces. Alas, I do not but I wanted to ask: Is the entire case of your DJ brushed steel? I know there were several years running when they didn't feature a 'mirror finish' or highly polished case.

Just to add: Your reference is in very good shape. Must have been well treated.

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Not the OP - but I have similar DJ from mid 90's - the top of the lugs are brushed but the side of case is polished. I assume the same with the OP's DJ.

dricig · 8 August 2019, 10:55 AM

16013 circa 1986, SS/18ct. acrylic.

vesnyder · 8 August 2019, 11:08 AM

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I know there are plenty of new Rolex's on the forum, but how about the oldest? I recently saw some guys with real "vintage" watches. Let's see them?

I'll post a pic of my 36 year old DJ that is excellent condition - partially thanks to Michael Young. It is overdue for a service but looking good ...

This should be an interesting thread, there are a lot of members with gorgeous vintage pieces. Alas, I do not but I wanted to ask: Is the entire case of your DJ brushed steel? I know there were several years running when they didn't feature a 'mirror finish' or highly polished case.

Just to add: Your reference is in very good shape. Must have been well treated.

The sides on my DJ are polished - only the upward facing portion is brushed. It is the last of the 14k gold TT's.

vesnyder · 8 August 2019, 11:10 AM

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16013 circa 1986, SS/18ct. acrylic.
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Looking good for 33 years old. Mine is the Ref 16013 with the acrylic crystal and 14k gold.

GradyPhilpott · 8 August 2019, 11:56 AM

My OP Date 1503 is from about 1970-1971.

The bracelet didn't come with it, but I was proud to pick it up, anyway.

TimeRookie · 8 August 2019, 12:11 PM

My OP Date from 1988. I had it serviced and a new bracelet put on a year and a half ago.

TimeRookie · 8 August 2019, 12:12 PM

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My OP Date 1503 is from about 1970-1971.

The bracelet didn't come with it, but I was proud to pick it up, anyway.

I always admire this watch when you post a photo of it. It really is a gorgeous , tasteful piece.

billfredericks · 8 August 2019, 12:20 PM

1966. Wish I had a better story than “I bought it...”

Respect to the heirloom pieces on this thread.

pepsiretail · 8 August 2019, 12:55 PM

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Toony · 8 August 2019, 01:08 PM

These are all so great. Keep them coming.

GradyPhilpott · 8 August 2019, 01:08 PM

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I always admire this watch when you post a photo of it. It really is a gorgeous , tasteful piece.

Thank you!

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pepsiretail · 8 August 2019, 01:11 PM

Oyster Perpetual 1005 Rolex Blue Ostrich Strap 1960

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broulstone · 8 August 2019, 01:11 PM

1947

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Andad · 8 August 2019, 01:20 PM

‘48.

dricig · 8 August 2019, 01:22 PM

15010 Date from 1985, white roman dial, engine turned bezel, acrylic.
My first Rolex, paid $900 new, those were the days!

Old Expat Beast · 8 August 2019, 01:28 PM

Got a couple of sets here from the 1960s . . .

billfredericks · 8 August 2019, 01:51 PM

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Got a couple of sets here from the 1960s . . .

With box and papers! Yowza!

schoolboy · 8 August 2019, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by billfredericks

1966. Wish I had a better story than “I bought it...”

Respect to the heirloom pieces on this thread.

Dang. You gotta respect that simple yet beautiful dial.

Is that a 34mm watch?

escobar144 · 8 August 2019, 03:59 PM

honestly i love these heirloom pieces

8 August 2019, 07:55 AM	#2
Onikage "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: England Watch: 16710, 16628 Posts: 7,757	I seem to remember a pocket watch a few years back. It actually was someone's grandfather's. Possibly the only legitimate grandfather's Rolex account. __________________ GMT II 16710 TRADITIONAL ( D- Serial #) ROLEXFANBOY P-Club Member #4

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4srolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: West Coast Watch: Gears in motion Posts: 572	My dad got this during the Korean War around 1950 when he served in the US Army and I just got it serviced 60 plus years later. Runs and looks brand new. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex, Zenith, Omega, Tag Heuer When people ask how was your day? I tell them: "Same circus just different clowns!"

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Equity "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Florida Posts: 354	What is the Oldest Rolex on the Forum? My dad picked this up recently. 73 years young. We haven’t run the serial yet, it’s definitely not the oldest but a great vintage example nonetheless. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK050 Posts: 34,454	My OP Date 1503 is from about 1970-1971. The bracelet didn't come with it, but I was proud to pick it up, anyway. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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broulstone "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Real Name: Bruce Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: EXP II, DJ,PP5066 Posts: 1,597	1947 Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Bruce, 16570 Explorer II, DJ 16234 DJ 16013, 6466, 1947 Rolex Oyster, JLC Grande Reverso 976, PP 5066, Ellipse, Omega Seamaster

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stil Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: not stil Location: USA Watch: Rolex n Omega Posts: 1,327	I could play the Omega and Seiko game...but only to the 60s. Those vintage Rolex examples above are really cool. Nice one.

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