Updated Collection

[cell1010]

Oh boy. Your collection is simply stunning. And still reduced to very special pieces! Congrats and enjoy it in great health.

Can someone tell when a 1019 should have the plain hands and when buckled hands???

[vintagehartmann]

Thanks! I finally sold the cream rail 16550, so it's the banana piece for the water.

Regarding the 1019 hands, the later hands are the flat versions, I believe. Check out: http://rolexnessreviews.blogspot.sg The black dial is fairly stunning as well... this reference is one of those where it's amazing to wear.

Originally Posted by cell1010

Oh boy. Your collection is simply stunning. And still reduced to very special pieces! Congrats and enjoy it in great health.

Can someone tell when a 1019 should have the plain hands and when buckled hands???

[Frogman4me]

Solid!

[vintagehartmann]

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[vintagehartmann]

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[Robbyvm]

oh man you are to much !!
those 1019's look amazing ...
as does the rest of the collection

[vintagehartmann]

Love that red second hand.

[Micha]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

Love that red second hand.

never saw this one before...

[Nobody.Move]

Those are some seriously beautiful watches. Well done!

[vintagehartmann]

First off, I appreciate this forum and I'm always in awe of the pieces people have in their collection.

This year's journey into vintage Rolexes has been amazing; learning more and meeting buyers and sellers.

I think I get it. Took me some really beautiful pieces, but I think I understand what makes sense for me.

I've sold my pieces that were fantastic, like the 6263 and the 1665.

I've managed to bring in two 1019s and a Tru-Beat; some of the most esoteric pieces from Rolex. These are pieces that don't have the most obvious appeal like the DRSD or the Big Red, but I found myself missing them on my wrist more often, and they're so much more discreet. I also stare at them a lot more when they're on the wrist.

I understand now the appeal of pieces like the 1018 or the honeycomb dials, and also a nice silver Oysterquartz. Perhaps that is the next step.

Thanks everyone here, and have a wonderful rest of the year!

[brandrea]

Very nice collection, congrats! I love the red Sub, but I don't know how you let go of the 5513 .... Must've been gut wrenching

[The_Walrus]

awesome foursome
Lovely 5513!

[redfred]

Great thread- my little tribe!

[Tudor Fan]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

First off, I appreciate this forum and I'm always in awe of the pieces people have in their collection.

This year's journey into vintage Rolexes has been amazing; learning more and meeting buyers and sellers.

I think I get it. Took me some really beautiful pieces, but I think I understand what makes sense for me.

I've sold my pieces that were fantastic, like the 6263 and the 1665.

I've managed to bring in two 1019s and a Tru-Beat; some of the most esoteric pieces from Rolex. These are pieces that don't have the most obvious appeal like the DRSD or the Big Red, but I found myself missing them on my wrist more often, and they're so much more discreet. I also stare at them a lot more when they're on the wrist.

I understand now the appeal of pieces like the 1018 or the honeycomb dials, and also a nice silver Oysterquartz. Perhaps that is the next step.

Thanks everyone here, and have a wonderful rest of the year!

It was great to be witness to your journey. From the beginning you have shown amazing taste, focus and great sensitivity as to how to arrange your collection. Every group shot was perfect in itself. And then you found YOUR essence of style, independent of what watches are considered grails or what have you. Good for you!

I can relate. In the past I have let go of LV, 5508, 6263 and many others. Now, in the end, I focus on much more discreet watches that make me feel more to be me. And I feel very content: https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...&postcount=578

You are my kind of guy. Cheers!

[RolexJNJ]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

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Wow! Just amazing!!

[TheButcher]

I love that Daytona , great collection.

[Tudor Fan]

Originally Posted by Tudor Fan

It was great to be witness to your journey. From the beginning you have shown amazing taste, focus and great sensitivity as to how to arrange your collection. Every group shot was perfect in itself. And then you found YOUR essence of style, independent of what watches are considered grails or what have you. Good for you!

I can relate. In the past I have let go of LV, 5508, 6263 and many others. Now, in the end, I focus on much more discreet watches that make me feel more to be me. And I feel very content: https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...&postcount=578

You are my kind of guy. Cheers!

PS: And let me know if you got my PM reply. Don't know if I did that right....

[wmh2]

This is a fantastic thread, and your taste is superb! Today, I am beginning my journey into vintage and it is great to see how you evolved your collection. Thanks for sharing.

[thejerseyrock]

Wow! nice collection, and great taste!

[vintagehartmann]

Just got another Tru-Beat 6556 and a Date 1530.

[RolexJNJ]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

Just got another Tru-Beat 6556 and a Date 1530.

Very nice! Congrats!!

[Tudor Fan]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

Just got another Tru-Beat 6556 and a Date 1530.

Very elegant line up. Good for you.
They look really beautiful.

[G-Web]

Great collection!
Is the one you call a "banana dial" a 16570?
If so, what is the serial # prefix?

I'm a big fan of cream dial Explorers, and I'm especially interested in the cream 16570's. Most of the examples I've seen have been from the early 90's, R, L, X etc., so I'd love to know approximately when yours was made.

Thanks so much!
-GW

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

I got my cream dial back, as well as my banana (moisture-damaged) dial for the rough activities.

[enginerd]

Originally Posted by Presa canary

Fantastic trio. Love em all. '79 5513/12 for me next. Just being patient till the right one pops up

'82 for me....I'll keep an eye out for '79 as well

[007Sub]

Awesome lineup!

[KellyM3]

Incredible collection

[vintagehartmann]

Decided to add some subs into the mix again, at least for regular wear. Sourcing for parts for vintage pieces are getting harder and more expensive.

[Brushpup]

Man I love those old Milgauss and Trubeats! Wow.

Nice post from refred too! : thumbsup:

[Dries]

Originally Posted by vintagehartmann

Have been out and about taking pics in the morning.

Amazing collection

[watchyou]

Very nice collection, congrats !