ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

robinmgb · 11 October 2021, 08:55 PM

I'm thinking about trading my 126610ln for this 1978 5513 with Watchfinder, some money my way.
No papers, supposed to be original dial, insert, bracelet.
I have little vintage knowledge, any opinions much appreciated!

https://photos.app.goo.gl/rSLRg987A83cCUEq6

https://photos.app.goo.gl/A8E3aeUaHCnYP7nS8

https://photos.app.goo.gl/RSevrAC4uGfjqKJMA

https://photos.app.goo.gl/9qAtkGeyPo3FXp5z8

Dan S · 11 October 2021, 10:41 PM

Well those photos are totally inadequate, but the case is not great (trying to judge from the lug holes) and the insert is not original IMO. The color of the lume is not terribly appealing to me personally. Overall, I don't love it at first glance.

swish77 · 12 October 2021, 12:50 AM

Big pass. As Dan says, the case is over-polished. The lug holes are bowed out and almost touching the edge of the lugs themselves. There are much better examples out there.

springer · 12 October 2021, 01:21 AM

Those are quite the photos. Interesting indeed.

robinmgb · 12 October 2021, 03:36 AM

I have found through some research this afternoon that uts a mk1 maxi dial which apparently keeps it's lumes white apparently, will check about the bezel insert tomorrow

stevedssd · 12 October 2021, 04:59 AM

I've bought several watches from Watchfinder over the years but never vintage as they are not vintage specialists. Often their vintage pieces have a host of non original parts that are not easy to see from their standard four photographs or the very brief description. The case on this watch is as described above. Personally I'd look at some of the recognised vintage dealers in the UK, as most if not all will be happy to take your sub, although a good condition 5513 could cost more than the 126610. I'd hang back and do some research on 5513's before taking the plunge. Good luck in whatever you decide.

stewester · 12 October 2021, 05:35 AM

Definitely do not buy this watch. I'm not even sure the dial is original, but would need better photos to say for sure.

indianmachine · 12 October 2021, 05:40 AM

I think you'd be better off just selling your new Sub outright and buying a vintage 5513 or trading it to someone who does both, but is a vintage specialist, like https://tropicalwatch.com/

Kingface66 · 12 October 2021, 05:41 AM

No need to check on the insert. It’s incorrect.

Wahlberg · 12 October 2021, 05:42 AM

Keep your sub, and only add something vintage. You'll be happier in the end.

11 October 2021, 08:55 PM	#1
robinmgb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Kent, England Watch: Hublot BB Unico Posts: 1,089	Thinking about this 5513, any opinions? I'm thinking about trading my 126610ln for this 1978 5513 with Watchfinder, some money my way. No papers, supposed to be original dial, insert, bracelet. I have little vintage knowledge, any opinions much appreciated! https://photos.app.goo.gl/rSLRg987A83cCUEq6 https://photos.app.goo.gl/A8E3aeUaHCnYP7nS8 https://photos.app.goo.gl/RSevrAC4uGfjqKJMA https://photos.app.goo.gl/9qAtkGeyPo3FXp5z8

11 October 2021, 10:41 PM	#2
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 6,268	Well those photos are totally inadequate, but the case is not great (trying to judge from the lug holes) and the insert is not original IMO. The color of the lume is not terribly appealing to me personally. Overall, I don't love it at first glance. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

12 October 2021, 01:21 AM	#4
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,309	Those are quite the photos. Interesting indeed. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

12 October 2021, 12:50 AM	#3
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 6,987	Big pass. As Dan says, the case is over-polished. The lug holes are bowed out and almost touching the edge of the lugs themselves. There are much better examples out there.

12 October 2021, 03:36 AM	#5
robinmgb "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Kent, England Watch: Hublot BB Unico Posts: 1,089	I have found through some research this afternoon that uts a mk1 maxi dial which apparently keeps it's lumes white apparently, will check about the bezel insert tomorrow

12 October 2021, 04:59 AM	#6
stevedssd "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 2,205	I've bought several watches from Watchfinder over the years but never vintage as they are not vintage specialists. Often their vintage pieces have a host of non original parts that are not easy to see from their standard four photographs or the very brief description. The case on this watch is as described above. Personally I'd look at some of the recognised vintage dealers in the UK, as most if not all will be happy to take your sub, although a good condition 5513 could cost more than the 126610. I'd hang back and do some research on 5513's before taking the plunge. Good luck in whatever you decide.

12 October 2021, 05:35 AM	#7
stewester "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: N.Wales Posts: 253	Definitely do not buy this watch. I'm not even sure the dial is original, but would need better photos to say for sure.

12 October 2021, 05:40 AM	#8
indianmachine "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 796	I think you'd be better off just selling your new Sub outright and buying a vintage 5513 or trading it to someone who does both, but is a vintage specialist, like https://tropicalwatch.com/

12 October 2021, 05:41 AM	#9
Kingface66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: The Empire State Watch: Many Posts: 3,459	No need to check on the insert. It’s incorrect.

12 October 2021, 05:42 AM	#10
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,579	Keep your sub, and only add something vintage. You'll be happier in the end.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)