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Old 14 July 2009, 08:14 AM   #1
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I want a 5513 but.........

I want to consider a 5513 because of its vintage status but, I plan on wearing it a lot. So, did the later model 5513s come with sapphire crystals? If so, what year 5513 do I need to look for to get sapphire?

And, what movement is in the newer 5513s?
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Old 14 July 2009, 08:29 AM   #2
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What you want is a 14060...............

In ~1989 they changed the basic 5513 from the 1520 movement to the 3000 and fitted a sapphire crystal, changing the reference to 14060.
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Old 14 July 2009, 08:44 AM   #3
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There is an excellent comparison of the 5513 and 14060M here http://www.oysterworld.de/5513vs14060.htm

Or....if you cannot make your mind up you will have to get both like I did....
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Old 14 July 2009, 08:46 AM   #4
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What you want is a 14060...............

In ~1989 they changed the basic 5513 from the 1520 movement to the 3000 and fitted a sapphire crystal, changing the reference to 14060.
Thanks, appreciate that. I should have mentioned that I want the maxi dial look of the 5513. I currently have a 14060M Non-COSC and want to consider giving it up for a 5513 or another sub with a maxi dial. The date window is an option I'd consider either way. I just would like the maxi dial.
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Old 14 July 2009, 02:10 PM   #5
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There is an excellent comparison of the 5513 and 14060M here http://www.oysterworld.de/5513vs14060.htm

Or....if you cannot make your mind up you will have to get both like I did....
That was an excellent comparison. Really enjoyed it. Thanks.
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Old 14 July 2009, 02:23 PM   #6
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What you want is a 14060...............

In ~1989 they changed the basic 5513 from the 1520 movement to the 3000 and fitted a sapphire crystal, changing the reference to 14060.
Thanks for that link Larry!

Another bookmark.

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Old 14 July 2009, 02:48 PM   #7
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Thanks for that link Larry!

Another bookmark.

don't mention it Steve...
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Old 15 July 2009, 03:59 AM   #8
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Get the latest 5513 you can find with a Matt Dial......1982 I think????
Get it serviced and then no worries.......I had several...sold them all....I miss them now....LOL
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Old 15 July 2009, 06:32 AM   #9
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Thanks, appreciate that. I should have mentioned that I want the maxi dial look of the 5513. I currently have a 14060M Non-COSC and want to consider giving it up for a 5513 or another sub with a maxi dial. The date window is an option I'd consider either way. I just would like the maxi dial.
here is a link for maxi dial 5513 that may be of interest
http://doubleredseadweller.com/5513maxi.htm
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Old 15 July 2009, 07:14 AM   #10
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i prefer the 5512/5513 to the 14060 even though it is a great watch. The high dome does it for me anyway.

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Old 15 July 2009, 08:41 AM   #11
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Thanks, appreciate that. I should have mentioned that I want the maxi dial look of the 5513. I currently have a 14060M Non-COSC and want to consider giving it up for a 5513 or another sub with a maxi dial. The date window is an option I'd consider either way. I just would like the maxi dial.
Can't argue a bit.

MKIII Maxi,

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Old 18 July 2009, 06:22 AM   #12
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Looking at the case back ( http://www.oysterworld.de/5513vs14060.htm) the 5513 looks more comfortable i.e. it's flatter; will sit more comfortable without rocking....
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Old 18 July 2009, 09:00 PM   #13
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Can't argue a bit.

MKIII Maxi,

Fantastic picture! Thanks for sharing!

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Old 19 July 2009, 09:02 AM   #14
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I want a 5513 as well

but living in Florida I am always wet, and am a feared to ruin it..
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Old 19 July 2009, 09:58 AM   #15
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but living in Florida I am always wet, and am a feared to ruin it..
What!? It's a divers watch, for Pete's sake!

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