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Originally Posted by saltpeter
I would never spend $15,000 for a 5513 I would much rather have a franken one built with all correct parts for $8,000 and not sell it.
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Great. That's what makes this hobby so wonderful. We all have a different needs/wants from the wacky world of vintage watches.
But you will be hard-pressed to put together a nice 5513 with all period-correct parts (in good condition) for $8000, and it will never be the same as a true vintage Submariner, which is OK, of course, as long as that's what you're after.
I hope you're able to do it. I'd be interested to see the finished product. Good luck!