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Old 13 July 2021, 04:25 PM   #91
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Why do you say it’s a mess? Fairly sweeping statement….
Dial & hands are replacements and the case is polished to death. Few people look at this thread, start a new thread in the Vintage section and you’ll get your answers but be prepared.
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Old 13 July 2021, 09:26 PM   #92
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There is a beautiful Rolex comex for sale on the McTear’s auction house website. Anyone have a view on it? Thanks !
It has had so many parts replaced that collector appeal is severely compromised. Dial, hands, insert, bracelet clasp all appear to be recent. At heart there appears to be a correct 5513 Cx case (HEV?), but most with an interest in vintage pieces would hesitate to drop £20k for Trigger's broom.

http://foolsandhorses.weebly.com/triggers-broom.html

FWIW, the original dial probably did not bear a Comex logo.

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Old 13 August 2021, 02:49 AM   #93
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Dial & hands are replacements and the case is polished to death. Few people look at this thread, start a new thread in the Vintage section and you’ll get your answers but be prepared.

Yeh I had one similar, case was polished to death! Still adored it but took a trade 2-3 years ago.
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Old 15 August 2021, 08:11 AM   #94
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Hmmm vast knowledge to acquire here.
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Old 28 October 2021, 12:24 PM   #95
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Its always a pleasure to get a glimpse of Mr. Milton's collection.
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Old 31 October 2021, 04:59 AM   #96
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LOVE Comex Very nice :)
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Old 29 April 2022, 12:52 PM   #97
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Wow those are some nice watches
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Old 29 June 2022, 04:43 PM   #98
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Old 26 July 2022, 07:00 PM   #99
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Have just read Mr Milton's earlier post of the recollections of the former Navy CD,really fascinating and hugely informative on all sorts of subjects,these were special individuals and one should be proud to wear the same brand of timepiece as a lasting memory to their achievements.
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Old 4 January 2023, 04:34 AM   #100
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Apologies in advance if this isn’t the right thread.

I was walking through central London today and spotted these stunning COMEX pieces.

The matte dial example is beautiful, very crisp, and both had insanely cool ghost bezels.

Unfortunately I didn’t have the £250k to hand in order to upgrade from my 126610!





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Old 4 January 2023, 04:53 AM   #101
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Absolutely stunning piece... True Rolex Grail status!
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Old 4 January 2023, 04:58 AM   #102
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Apologies in advance if this isn’t the right thread.

I was walking through central London today and spotted these stunning COMEX pieces.

The matte dial example is beautiful, very crisp, and both had insanely cool ghost bezels.

Unfortunately I didn’t have the £250k to hand in order to upgrade from my 126610!






Wow, 250k seems high.


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Old 4 January 2023, 06:08 AM   #103
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Wow, 250k seems high.


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I’m no expert but a Comex 1665 is pretty rare.
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Old 16 June 2023, 09:57 AM   #104
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Let's get the ball rolling then :

Comex 5513 ( with helium escape valve )
Comex 5514
Comex 1665
Comex 1680
Comex 16660
Comex 16800
Comex 168000
Comex 16600
Comex 16610

You can then start dividing them into different dial versions, different batches of case number styles, presentation watches / professionally used watches........there's always another one you just have to be looking for......

Here's one of mine, a nice example because this is a 1665 with the unique 600m (rather than 610m) depth rating :


As a watch with a unique and logo-ed, original dial, used professionally and with dive-logs etc documenting the incredible work of its recipient, which can be provenanced further by the surviving delivery manifest from Rolex to Comex which specifies its case number and corresponding issue number, it is one of the most sought after models --- but not the rarest.

Piecing together the jigsaw of models and numbers is very satisfying; finding them is somewhat more difficult!

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Very detailed. Probably one of the best answers!
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Old 4 September 2023, 05:33 AM   #105
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Hi Mr Milton,

Sorry I can't quote your post as it said I need 10 posts before I can do so... Can I ask why is it called "Indiana Jones" for your 16600 Comex?

Thank you!
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Old 4 September 2023, 10:09 AM   #106
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Hi Mr Milton,

Sorry I can't quote your post as it said I need 10 posts before I can do so... Can I ask why is it called "Indiana Jones" for your 16600 Comex?

Thank you!
Time served in certain branches of the Royal Navy (before taking the golden shilling from Comex) would give some men a diverse skill-set, some of which were used subsequently when explosive special effects were required in Hollywood blockbusters. The original owner of my 16600 led a full professional life!

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Old 5 September 2023, 12:40 AM   #107
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Time served in certain branches of the Royal Navy (before taking the golden shilling from Comex) would give some men a diverse skill-set, some of which were used subsequently when explosive special effects were required in Hollywood blockbusters. The original owner of my 16600 led a full professional life!

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Love the story behind this. Thank you!
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Old 20 October 2023, 02:59 AM   #108
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Mercante in Fiera PARMA





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Old 20 October 2023, 03:07 AM   #109
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Nice find …. What’s the ask?
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Old 20 October 2023, 04:02 AM   #110
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Old 17 May 2024, 08:00 AM   #111
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Some really good knowledge here. Is there an online marketplace that you would recommend to sell a comex? I have sold far less expensive watches here along with a couple of other popular forums, but don't typically see watches as rare as comex divers. A friend has asked for my assistance in finding a buyer for his 5514.
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Old 6 June 2024, 10:57 PM   #112
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