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14 May 2013, 07:51 PM
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The Vintage Adventure...
It all started when I felt - bored - of all the current available models, from many brands. Though I haven't own MANY of the watches offered today, but I feel content with what I have.
However, having what I have, is always not enough - somehow. I know most of you crazy watch owners are the same. Content, but never enough hahaha... And with numerous brands, starting from Panerai, Tudor, Heuer, Bell n Ross, you name it, releasing "vintage" inspired time pieces, to me - they are well, vintage wannabes, and can never be a true vintage no matter what. IMHO vintage is exclusively for an item, aged gracefully with time and wear. And nothing in this world can truly replicate it. It's just like a vintage painting, you can copy it, but you can never have it the same. Sure you can have some parts being repaired and all, I'm not a purists when it comes down to vintage watches, if it's neccessary to make it better, or to make it look nicer, then I don't mind at all. So, I acquired a headonly vintage 5513 not so long ago. And it became my most favorite possession. I wear it day-in, day-out, and even my wife said, you never take it off! And never did I take it off indeed. It has an aura that I really love, it's very subtle, it's unique, and perhaps, many modern people will think "its fake". I know some years back, I would, because I have never seen a rolex with golden caramel lume and gilt writings before. Nor have I ever worn it with NATOs and straps etc. I like it. But now, it's time to have it rotated! It's time to make way... for yet... Another.... Vintage.... So here it comes, I have always been obsessed to find one in a very good condition... and finally...   Obligatory wrist shot!  But, to spice things up, I got my 5513 a spanking brand new "vintage" strap!  And here's a picture of them both! 
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14 May 2013, 07:54 PM
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Welcome to the vintage world where obsession and craziness take control!
 Congrats--very nice Norman! 
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14 May 2013, 07:55 PM
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14 May 2013, 08:10 PM
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love em both!
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14 May 2013, 08:20 PM
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I have to say I love the vintage look of the bezel insert....you made a great choice there. Two great iconic watches, enjoy them both.
Scott
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14 May 2013, 08:28 PM
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Beauties, congrats and welcome!
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14 May 2013, 08:46 PM
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nice pair!
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14 May 2013, 09:19 PM
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They both look fantastic, congratulations!
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14 May 2013, 09:31 PM
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very nice , and nice pics too ,,, thanks for showing .
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14 May 2013, 09:32 PM
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Fantastic!!
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14 May 2013, 09:34 PM
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Beautiful pair of vintage!!
dP
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14 May 2013, 09:59 PM
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WOW stunning beauty you have there. Your bezel must be my favorite among all of the ones i have seen. IMO it has faded to the perfect shade of pepsi
. enjoy it!
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14 May 2013, 10:39 PM
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Thanks guys!
And the bezel is the deal maker for me actually! I wish the bottom part faded a little too like the blue. Makes you wonder why the blue fades sooner huh? Lol
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14 May 2013, 11:01 PM
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Couple of beauties you have there.
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14 May 2013, 11:19 PM
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great looking pair
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14 May 2013, 11:50 PM
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Very nice! Nothing like vintage pieces ;)
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15 May 2013, 12:06 AM
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The GMT is cool, but that Sub kicks ass!
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15 May 2013, 05:58 AM
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Great pieces!
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15 May 2013, 06:15 AM
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You've been infected now...no escape possible...
2 beautiful pieces! |
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15 May 2013, 06:40 AM
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Very beautiful pair ....... Congratulations ....!!
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15 May 2013, 07:04 AM
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No doubt - it is easy to get bitten by the vintage Rolex bug! Now have 1680 and 5513, and looking for 1675 or 16750!
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15 May 2013, 07:11 AM
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Sweet!
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15 May 2013, 07:20 AM
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Very nice pieces. Great condition as well. Maybe not as popular around here but I really like the GMT on a leather strap. It's incredibly becoming.
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15 May 2013, 09:14 AM
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"TRF" Member
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Thanks guys! And Im definitely bitten hard by the vintage bug! Save meeee!!
And yes I do think I fancy it on a strap too once in a while, it looks alot "dressier"!
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15 May 2013, 02:57 PM
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Beautiful watches ! Possible to share where you bought the strap for the 5513 ? It really looks very nice on the watch.
Again, congrats, great watches! |
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15 May 2013, 04:07 PM
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Both nice pieces !
Congrats HAGOne
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15 May 2013, 07:43 PM
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15 May 2013, 07:46 PM
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I just changed my plexi to an aftermarket today, for daily use I wouldnt want to damage my original plexi! Lol - Im wierd that way..
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15 May 2013, 07:59 PM
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Fab!
PS: love the pics. |
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15 May 2013, 09:24 PM
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Wonderful pair!
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