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Butchh · 15 June 2019, 10:08 AM

What is everyone’s vintage daily wearer? I wouldn’t dare call it a ‘beater’, because they are much too precious and dignified for that lowly monicker...

As for me, it’s my old favorite...1601 two tone Datejust...iconic, goes well with any attire, and is simple yet classic. And I’m damn glad it cannot talk!!!

coelacanthus · 15 June 2019, 10:43 AM

All of my watches modern and vintage are daily wearer. And this one is my top rotation piece. :)

SunTzu · 15 June 2019, 11:16 AM

I wear all my watches daily, both vintage and modern.

As far as vintage; today, I wore a funky $45 Seiko 6106-5467 from 1973 all original. Earlier in the week I wore my grandfather's 5513. Tomorrow maybe I'll wear my Seiko "Pogue."

Hard to pinpoint a vintage beater in my rotation. I love them all!

Here was today’s. Scratched crystal and all! New one on the way.

1665fan · 15 June 2019, 11:55 AM

1680 creamy yellow patina newer bracelet

Juhuatai · 15 June 2019, 11:57 AM

My R serial 1016 sees my wrist everyday regardless of what I'm doing or what the weather is.

Butchh · 15 June 2019, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SunTzu

I wear all my watches daily, both vintage and modern.

As far as vintage; today, I wore a funky $45 Seiko 6106-5467 from 1973 all original. Earlier in the week I wore my grandfather's 5513. Tomorrow maybe I'll wear my Seiko "Pogue."

Hard to pinpoint a vintage beater in my rotation. I love them all!

Here was today’s. Scratched crystal and all! New one on the way.

Perfect!!!

Butchh · 15 June 2019, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by coelacanthus

All of my watches modern and vintage are daily wearer. And this one is my top rotation piece. :)

Classic! Perfect!!!

Butchh · 15 June 2019, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

1680 creamy yellow patina newer bracelet

Very cool choice!!!

Butchh · 15 June 2019, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Juhuatai

My R serial 1016 sees my wrist everyday regardless of what I'm doing or what the weather is.

What a terrific choice! Wear it in good health!

Billfav · 15 June 2019, 12:52 PM

But do on a regular basis. Most of my vintage watches are Omega and Hamilton. This is my oldest Rolex - was wearing it today. A 1964 Oyster Perpetual.

Dan S · 15 June 2019, 01:07 PM

I wear vintage watches every day, and not all are beaters. But here are a few watches that I can recall buying specifically as beaters. I enjoy watches that are attractive with honest wear and tear, as long as they retain their vintage authenticity. The Frey supercompressor is undoubtedly the "worst" watch I own, but there is something about it that I love, even though it's obviously too large for my wrist.

Richard Carver · 15 June 2019, 01:44 PM

All day, every day 1968 1603, well loved, often posted. :)

TimeLord2 · 15 June 2019, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by SunTzu

I wear all my watches daily, both vintage and modern.

As far as vintage; today, I wore a funky $45 Seiko 6106-5467 from 1973 all original. Earlier in the week I wore my grandfather's 5513. Tomorrow maybe I'll wear my Seiko "Pogue."

Hard to pinpoint a vintage beater in my rotation. I love them all!

Here was today’s. Scratched crystal and all! New one on the way.

Nice collection! I would love to get a nice Pogue one of these days.

Butchh · 15 June 2019, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Richard Carver

All day, every day 1968 1603, well loved, often posted. :)

That’s a beauty, my friend! It certainly deserves the love you give it! Wear it in good health!!!

Richard Carver · 15 June 2019, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Butchh

That’s a beauty, my friend! It certainly deserves the love you give it! Wear it in good health!!!

Thanks!

BrazenC5 · 15 June 2019, 11:03 PM

Been wearing this the past few weeks.

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1665fan · 16 June 2019, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by BrazenC5

Been wearing this the past few weeks.

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Very nice!

Franks07 · 16 June 2019, 01:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeLord2

Nice collection! I would love to get a nice Pogue one of these days.

Dis someone say “Pogue”?
Great watch with interesting history. Been wearing mine a lot lately...gets a lot of stares out in public due to its truly unique look with gold dial and Pepsi bezel.

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roh123 · 16 June 2019, 02:16 AM

This one from my birth year.

Butchh · 16 June 2019, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Richard Carver

Thanks!

Who did the case back for you? That looks great!!! I might do that to my old 1601 Datejust, since I’m never going to flip it.

Butchh · 16 June 2019, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by roh123

This one from my birth year.

Awesome! Wear it in good health my friend!

Butchh · 16 June 2019, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Franks07

Dis someone say “Pogue”?
Great watch with interesting history. Been wearing mine a lot lately...gets a lot of stares out in public due to its truly unique look with gold dial and Pepsi bezel.

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Wow, that’s a beauty! Original dial? Very cool! Wear it in good health!

Butchh · 16 June 2019, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Billfav

But do on a regular basis. Most of my vintage watches are Omega and Hamilton. This is my oldest Rolex - was wearing it today. A 1964 Oyster Perpetual.

A beautiful classic! So very cool! Wear it in good health my friend!

Butchh · 16 June 2019, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan S

I wear vintage watches every day, and not all are beaters. But here are a few watches that I can recall buying specifically as beaters. I enjoy watches that are attractive with honest wear and tear, as long as they retain their vintage authenticity. The Frey supercompressor is undoubtedly the "worst" watch I own, but there is something about it that I love, even though it's obviously too large for my wrist.

Beauty is in the eye of the wrist! Very cool! I agree with you, honest wear and tear are attractive and desirable in my opinion. Wear them in good health my friend!

SunTzu · 16 June 2019, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by TimeLord2

Nice collection! I would love to get a nice Pogue one of these days.

Thank you! But don't get one. It's dangerous.

Once you get one, you'll want them all. I have four "Pogues" and still need a few more to complete the set. Then it branched into the "Bullheads," then the "UFO's" and then the "Helmets."

Now I need a dedicated watch box for them! They are aesthetically awesome watches, amazing case lines, solid movements, and great history. They wear like a tank but very comfortable.

I really enjoy the vintage Seiko market and I can get a great assortment for the price of one vintage Rolex. Even the old "beaters" like the one I posted above are a hoot. Total 60's / 70's vibe.

And any one of them can be worn daily. That's what they were intended for!!

One day I'll create a thread in the Seiko section.

SunTzu · 16 June 2019, 03:45 AM

Cool mod with the case back Richard! What a neat way to enjoy it!

SunTzu · 16 June 2019, 03:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Franks07

Dis someone say “Pogue”?
Great watch with interesting history. Been wearing mine a lot lately...gets a lot of stares out in public due to its truly unique look with gold dial and Pepsi bezel.

Very cool

Uncle Seiko has awesome bracelets for them if you're interested.

Richard Carver · 16 June 2019, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Butchh

Who did the case back for you? That looks great!!! I might do that to my old 1601 Datejust, since I’m never going to flip it.

Search and ye shall find. They've been around for quite a while. If you get one have your watch pressure tested.

BrazenC5 · 16 June 2019, 05:06 AM

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Originally Posted by 1665fan

Very nice!

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Butchh · 16 June 2019, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Richard Carver

Search and ye shall find. They've been around for quite a while. If you get one have your watch pressure tested.

Sweet!

15 June 2019, 10:08 AM	#1
Butchh "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: USA Posts: 135	One day, every day... What is everyone’s vintage daily wearer? I wouldn’t dare call it a ‘beater’, because they are much too precious and dignified for that lowly monicker... As for me, it’s my old favorite...1601 two tone Datejust...iconic, goes well with any attire, and is simple yet classic. And I’m damn glad it cannot talk!!!

15 June 2019, 11:16 AM	#3
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	One day, every day... I wear all my watches daily, both vintage and modern. As far as vintage; today, I wore a funky $45 Seiko 6106-5467 from 1973 all original. Earlier in the week I wore my grandfather's 5513. Tomorrow maybe I'll wear my Seiko "Pogue." Hard to pinpoint a vintage beater in my rotation. I love them all! Here was today’s. Scratched crystal and all! New one on the way. __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

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roh123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Per Location: Sweden Watch: Gilt Rolex Posts: 2,946	This one from my birth year. __________________ Instagram: @perj123

16 June 2019, 03:45 AM	#26
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	Cool mod with the case back Richard! What a neat way to enjoy it! __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

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coelacanthus "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SF, CA, USA Posts: 148	All of my watches modern and vintage are daily wearer. And this one is my top rotation piece. :)

15 June 2019, 11:55 AM	#4
1665fan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: East coast Posts: 6,590	1680 creamy yellow patina newer bracelet

15 June 2019, 11:57 AM	#5
Juhuatai 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: 5508 & 9401 Posts: 639	My R serial 1016 sees my wrist everyday regardless of what I'm doing or what the weather is.

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Richard Carver "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US Posts: 2,237	All day, every day 1968 1603, well loved, often posted. :)

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BrazenC5 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Chris Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: 1665,1675,1680,SD4 Posts: 1,837	Been wearing this the past few weeks. Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk

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