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Old 27 August 2019, 08:38 AM   #61
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If you don't have anything to nice to say. .............
Exactly - It's his watch, and his money. I'm happy he took the time to share it with us. I'm a fan!
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Old 27 August 2019, 08:43 AM   #62
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Not a fan but to each their own. I would have got a BB58 (which I own) and kept the Subc the way it was. I can’t imagine what’s happened to the value of that subc now.
Maybe someday you’ll also be able to get whatever you like without having to worry about value retention.
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Old 27 August 2019, 08:44 AM   #63
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Happy for you, OP! Congrats on your unique piece.
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Old 27 August 2019, 08:44 AM   #64
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Terrible decision IMHO
Why? If he likes it then it's a great decision for him.
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Old 27 August 2019, 09:02 AM   #65
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Not sure that I could jump that hurdle, but I do like it. You have a vintage gilt look and the mechanicals of a modern sub....best of both worlds! Wear it in good health!
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Old 27 August 2019, 09:33 AM   #66
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First glance at the photo yelled to me “black bay!”

I would have picked up a 5513 and left the ceramic stock.
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Old 28 August 2019, 08:05 PM   #67
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Ceramic No Date Sub with a 5513 Feel

The chamfering is easy but where do we get those dials and bezels, that’s my question. If someone can scrounge up the parts we can handle the rest. Wouldn’t mind having one for myself!


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Old 28 August 2019, 08:11 PM   #68
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Never understood how they are able to reprint the dials so openly? Are there countries exempt from IP laws?


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Old 28 August 2019, 08:52 PM   #69
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Old 28 August 2019, 09:07 PM   #70
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Never understood how they are able to reprint the dials so openly? Are there countries exempt from IP laws?


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Yeah, I’ve always wondered that.
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Old 30 August 2019, 09:19 AM   #71
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Yeah, I’ve always wondered that.


I guess it’s still a Rolex dial... the brass slug. Printing Rolex on it doesn’t seem like much of an infringement.


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Old 31 August 2019, 12:01 AM   #72
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Any chance they could apply a matte finish to the bezel? Think that would really complete the look.
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Old 31 August 2019, 12:07 AM   #73
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I like the bezel, case, crown and bracelet.
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Old 31 August 2019, 01:58 AM   #74
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:07 AM   #75
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I dig it. I think the key here is if the OP enjoys it, that's really what matters. Good on you for taking a chance and I hope it continues to bring you joy every time you wear it!

On a separate note, those Tempus watches are bonkers. I'd love that Explorer dial Sub mod...
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:15 AM   #76
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:17 AM   #77
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Its ok if you cant get vintage

The dial looks more like a 6538 honestly...
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:25 AM   #78
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Looks great. I dig it. Love the Tempus Machina watches as well. For those saying just buy a 5513. Big difference wearing a 50 year old watch versus a modern watch with a vintage vibe. Had plenty of 5513's over the years. My fav watch, but I generally wear the modern 6 digit Subs for daily wear.
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:42 AM   #79
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It looks wrong because everything else about this watch is extremely modern. The supercase and that dial are huge contrasts.
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:51 AM   #80
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I'm OK with the look, but how much more $ would you need to add to get a Tudor to give you the same look?
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Old 31 August 2019, 02:53 AM   #81
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Looks great!

To all the naysayers— maybe the OP would rather have a watch he truly enjoys rather than retaining the value of a luxury product lol. Can always pick up another SubC without an issue (they are mass produced after all).
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Old 31 August 2019, 10:10 AM   #82
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We’re getting off topic. Where can we find those Tempus dials and inserts?


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Old 4 October 2019, 03:43 PM   #83
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Sitting here ready to express my dislike for OPs mod as it is definitely not my cup of tea. Then, I came across this pic which blew my mind. It looks amazing. So maybe OPs just wasn’t done well, or is missing something... Cause I would def rock the Tempus. Regardless, this is really cool.


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Would love to see Rolex release a 369 in April with the new movement Subs.


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