An odd duck (Turn-o-graph content)

[Dan S]

In my time collecting watches, I've never had the opportunity to handle a Turn-o-graph, so when I saw a clean ref 1625 being auctioned, I impulsively made a bid that ended up winning. TBH, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about it, but it's definitely an interesting watch. I do like this particular no-lume dial/handset with black inlay from ~1970.

Any other odd duck TOGs out there?

[TimeLord2]

That is a great looking watch Dan! Supposedly, the Turn-o-graph 6202 is what started all the modern Rolex Sports watches (GMT and Submariner). With the bezel on your recent purchase, you can definitely see a little Yacht Master as well. Looks very minty! Well played…

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by TimeLord2

That is a great looking watch Dan! Supposedly, the Turn-o-graph 6202 is what started all the modern Rolex Sports watches (GMT and Submariner). With the bezel on your recent purchase, you can definitely see a little Yacht Master as well. Looks very minty! Well played…

Thank you, but I think the 6202 is at a whole different level! That's a really special reference IMO. I agree that this variant has a bit of the monochromatic style one finds in the YM.

[seattleal]

Hi Dan-

TOG's have lingered on my maybe list for quite a while. When I saw this one (with papers) on the bay a few months ago, a TOG moved to the top of the list, and is now on my wrist.

[winst]

Originally Posted by Dan S

In my time collecting watches, I've never had the opportunity to handle a Turn-o-graph, so when I saw a clean ref 1625 being auctioned, I impulsively made a bid that ended up winning. TBH, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about it, but it's definitely an interesting watch. I do like this particular no-lume dial/handset with black inlay from ~1970.

Any other odd duck TOGs out there?

That’s a lovely looking watch - Congratulations!

[linesiders]

I love them. Waiting for the right Slate GreyDial / WG bezel to come along

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by linesiders

I love them. Waiting for the right Slate GreyDial / WG bezel to come along

I don't blame you, that's a great looking watch.

[Dan S]

Originally Posted by seattleal

Hi Dan-

TOG's have lingered on my maybe list for quite a while. When I saw this one (with papers) on the bay a few months ago, a TOG moved to the top of the list, and is now on my wrist.

[Filipão]

Congrats!

Superb TOG, Dan

[rootbeer7]

Congratulations on a lovely piece. It’s an oddity. Slightly smaller case than 1601, unique reference dial smaller than 16xx Datejust but bigger than 15xx series, but crystal from 15xx. Get it on an oyster bracelet ;)

[southtexas]

Originally Posted by Dan S

In my time collecting watches, I've never had the opportunity to handle a Turn-o-graph, so when I saw a clean ref 1625 being auctioned, I impulsively made a bid that ended up winning. TBH, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about it, but it's definitely an interesting watch. I do like this particular no-lume dial/handset with black inlay from ~1970.

Any other odd duck TOGs out there?

Wow Dan, great pick up. That watch is in amazing condition.

[Dynamite_Kid19]

Always wanted a modern version with black dial and TT jubilee. I always liked the lesser moved models.

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[Dan S]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Congratulations on a lovely piece. It’s an oddity. Slightly smaller case than 1601, unique reference dial smaller than 16xx Datejust but bigger than 15xx series, but crystal from 15xx. Get it on an oyster bracelet ;)

I definitely did not know all that, especially the fact that the case is smaller than the 1601. I agree it would look good on an oyster or rivet, I'll give that a try.

[1665fan]

Wow that’s a good one…..99.9% of turnographs have at least 1 bezel polish for some weird reason……because there is nothing to polish on the bezel lol….

[KY..]

Let us see a pic of it with one of your rivet bracelets on it.
Thinking it will look completely different and very nice with one.

[Dan S]

I do like it with the 7206.

[Fahoo Forays]

Looks great on the rivet bracelet. I can't say how much of an odd duck it is (I see them on Chrono 24 and eBay all the time) but own a five-digit TOG on an Oyster.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by Dan S

I do like it with the 7206.

Perfect. Jubilee too busy with the bezel in my opinion.

[zapokee]

Eff me. That pure creamy sunburst dial is to die for.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by Dan S

In my time collecting watches, I've never had the opportunity to handle a Turn-o-graph, so when I saw a clean ref 1625 being auctioned, I impulsively made a bid that ended up winning. TBH, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about it, but it's definitely an interesting watch. I do like this particular no-lume dial/handset with black inlay from ~1970.

Any other odd duck TOGs out there?

That's a stunner, Dan! The addition of the rotating bezel on the TOG is the most useful feature in any watch and takes that beauty up a notch.
dP

[KY..]

Nice having a spare 7206 lying around.
That clean bezel with that dial and bracelet is a great score…
Congrats!

Originally Posted by Dan S

I do like it with the 7206.

[dhknola]

Great catch, I do not understand how TOG's never caught collector attention as they infinitely more useful than DJ's given the rotating bezel...If you want to further funk up your life, find a nice Tudor 7020 and than you can have a day date with rotating bezel!

[Ascari_2]

Absolutely love my TOG. It's a very unique piece in general and somehow just wears better than my 1601.

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=12238095

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[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by dhknola

Great catch, I do not understand how TOG's never caught collector attention as they infinitely more useful than DJ's given the rotating bezel...If you want to further funk up your life, find a nice Tudor 7020 and than you can have a day date with rotating bezel!

Owning a 7017, the case size is also spot on. Those couple of mm make all the difference!

[L.K Johnson]

Hers is my 1625 slate dial…

[carwashchris]

Originally Posted by Dan S

In my time collecting watches, I've never had the opportunity to handle a Turn-o-graph, so when I saw a clean ref 1625 being auctioned, I impulsively made a bid that ended up winning. TBH, I'm still not entirely sure how I feel about it, but it's definitely an interesting watch. I do like this particular no-lume dial/handset with black inlay from ~1970.

Any other odd duck TOGs out there?

Great score, true vintage at its best. Congrats.

Chris

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[Cantab]

Originally Posted by linesiders

I love them. Waiting for the right Slate GreyDial / WG bezel to come along

That's two of us, John.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by DayDateDreamer

The price is astonishing, of course, but it does spark interesting discussions. Undoubtedly, Rolex's participation greatly influenced the outcome.

I'm curious about the motivation of the US bidder, though we'll likely never find out. While many winning bids for such one-of-a-kind, high-priced items are often made by speculators, I'm not entirely convinced that paying $2.5 million for this particular watch was a wise investment.

I think you’re referring to the post currently below this one about a vintage Milgauss?

[Baracus]

Never seen one, very cool