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QueueCumber 8 August 2015 02:56 AM

Excellent article overall, and very useful to me and others.

Spoonage 30 August 2015 11:35 PM

Wealth of knowledge in this post. Learning a ton on vintage watches. Looking to pick up a couple very soon and this is beyond helpful.

Bunny4jeff 6 September 2015 10:45 PM

Vintage Rolex Oyster Precision 6426?
 
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Hi, I have an old Rolex Oyster Precision with a design code of what looks like 6426, without removal of the leather strap. It is a ladies model, with serial number between the lugs starting with 166. This dates it to a 1960's model to me, later than the one I have, well, to my inexperienced eyes anyway. Could your post about the way parts are sometimes used in different models possibly explain it?
Thanks for your valued opinion :bye:

Philipp 7 October 2015 12:11 AM

MANY Thanks for your responses :cheers:

Please, if you want to ask me something, send me a email with pictures of your vintage Rolex directly to:

--> info@RolexPassionReport.com

Then I can help you better :bye:

Cheers,
Philipp

watchyou 7 October 2015 07:49 AM

Thank you so much for the info. Great work Philipp!

Philipp 8 October 2015 05:56 AM

I updated my Vintage Rolex Buyers Guide with more helpful info:


http://rolexpassionreport.com/14962/...-buyers-guide/


Enjoy :cheers:

DARGUELOS 16 November 2015 02:47 AM

Informatinn
 
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I didn't find information about my Rolex. Reference 652.... Last number possible 5,6 or 8. I couldn't see. Modele depose in back.
it,s a very unusual Rolex and I would like to know some history about it. Somebody knows?
Thanks

DARGUELOS 16 November 2015 02:49 AM

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Wolfgangkupka 11 January 2016 03:28 PM

I just acquired a gold 6265/7 with a non Rolex gold bracelet. Did they come with a leather band and if so where can I buy one (Rolex)
Thanks for all the great information.
Wolf

Cuba1960 6 February 2016 12:41 AM

:dude:Inherited a 1960 Sub from Cuba. Sweep/ hand dial. Working. All papers, no box. Don't know if it's a J. riviera or not. Taking it to be appraised today. I think the history of a watch out of 1960 Cuba has to merit some rarity/ worth. Any ideas?

crick 27 February 2016 10:14 PM

Air King 5500
 
I have just purchased a vintage Air King 5500 serial no 987***. Can any one tell me when the 5500 model came into production as there is discrepancy as to the dating of the watch. i have been informed this could either be 1954 or 1963. i would appreciate any information. it has a 1530 movement and i am concerned it might be cobbled together

petemc1953 4 March 2016 01:02 AM

Is this gen
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petemc1953 4 March 2016 01:04 AM

great post

petemc1953 12 March 2016 12:54 AM

http://www.rolexforums.com/attachmen...1&d=1457011932

Purchased from ROLEX AD as original gilt dial What are your thoughts

vintagemyk 19 April 2016 02:29 AM

What a very informative post for novice collectors like me. thank you!

Philipp 26 April 2016 05:07 PM

UPDATED:

http://rolexpassionreport.com/14962/...-buyers-guide/


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Enjoy!
Philipp

ched 7 August 2016 09:24 PM

excellent post mate! thanks for shearing.

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arexander 8 December 2016 02:10 PM

Very informative! and it'll be a great resource when hunting for a 16710 Pepsi!

cadictun 13 December 2016 12:06 AM

So valuable topic.

But could anyone could show me whether this rolex dial is original or was refinished. Many thanks.


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pierrickboyer 30 March 2017 09:02 AM

Absolutely Amazing

Thank you for sharing & taking the time to write it

THANK YOU :)

mikeandrews 6 April 2017 03:13 AM

actually i never used vintage rolex but i really like your post and site.
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skuirtgun 20 April 2017 04:56 PM

Very useful. Thank you sir.

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papaours 27 September 2017 02:09 AM

amazing post, thank you !

holdtime 1 October 2017 08:20 AM

Wow!

hartonohosea 20 October 2017 04:11 AM

I am planning to start buying vintage watches but there are some questions from the expert here
1. Vintage? As long as not in production can you call them vintage?
2. Which type you recommend for beginner? Submariner or GMT?

Thx you very much and much appreciated

miasub 26 October 2017 06:38 AM

Great thread, lots of excellent info ;)

Hyoulden 28 October 2017 12:52 PM

interesting thank you

Russ1965 25 November 2017 10:26 AM

Hello,
I've been registered on this site for the best part of 4.7 years but haven't posted much at all.
My question to Philipp is this: Some of us collectors prefer to purchase vintage watches that have been professionally restored (not by the manufacturer, but by a suitably qualified watch smith).
From a personal perspective, I don't like wearing watches that look like they've been in a nuclear war, but understand that connoisseurs prefer that vintage watches look their stated age.
It's an age-old conundrum, but I'd rather stick with my refurbed preference at this juncture in my life.
Happy for comments to be raised, contra or pro.
Russ.

RootBeerGMT 26 November 2017 08:05 AM

Agreed... My watches aren't for sale and never will be. They are for me to wear, show off, and enjoy. I don't care if the value is reduced by cleaning them up and making them shine and stand out. Most people can't afford a watch costing several thousands of dollars. They certainly won't know I have reduced the value of my Rolexs because they shine too much or look near perfect. If they don't like them.... turn away, look elsewhere, or go buy your own and treat it as you please. I wear my watches everyday. Not for special occasions. If I owned the first Rolex ever made.... it would be cleaned, polished, and worn daily. Not hidden in a safe and stared at. To each their own..... I'm just thankful I'm blessed to have what I have and wish everyone else the same.


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