5513 advice

[swish77]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

It could be more recent than that. I had this one installed at the RSC in 2013. Bezel insert is original.

Interesting. I thought "Swiss" only dials were around 1998-2000. Maybe they still have them in stock from back then.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by swish77

Interesting. I thought "Swiss" only dials were around 1998-2000. Maybe they still have them in stock from back then.

Yeah, Swiss-only on new watches was around then, but the service dials live on. Or they did. My RSC said that mine was their last one.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by omitohud

Hi Mick

There is nothing wrong with service dial if your purpose is to just get "a watch" to wear. But for most collector of vintage, we want every part to b as original as possible. Otherwise, why not just buy a new watch. Not to mention, the dial is the most important part n the most expensive, at least to Rolex enthusiasts.


I blame it on the autoconnect.

Cos it's cooler to own an acrylic Sub with chamfers and a fully lumed 660/200 two-line dial than a modern Sub?

My 5513 (L-serial) already came with a damaged service dial, so putting another one on there was a no brainer really, since the case was almost mint.

[omitohud]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Cos it's cooler to own an acrylic Sub with chamfers and a fully lumed 660/200 two-line dial than a modern Sub?



My 5513 (L-serial) already came with a damaged service dial, so putting another one on there was a no brainer really, since the case was almost mint.

True, Adam. And it didn't cost an arm and/or a leg.


I blame it on the autoconnect.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by omitohud

True, Adam. And it didn't cost an arm and/or a leg.


I blame it on the autoconnect.

There is that, too

[Andad]

I would pass on this one.

If you want this model, find one with an original dial.

A nice original dial 'makes' this Rolex.

[Mick P]

Originally Posted by omitohud

Hi Mick

There is nothing wrong with service dial if your purpose is to just get "a watch" to wear. But for most collector of vintage, we want every part to b as original as possible. Otherwise, why not just buy a new watch. Not to mention, the dial is the most important part n the most expensive, at least to Rolex enthusiasts.


I blame it on the autoconnect.

Hi Sam

Yes I can see where you are coming from but on the other hand a service dial is still a genuine Rolex piece and you really have to squint your eyes to tell the difference.

If I had to chose between a clapped out original dial or a nicer looking service dial, the service dial would win.

However, I can respect your point of view.

Regards

Mick