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Old 3 August 2009, 03:16 PM   #1
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1680 submariner

I just replaced my datejust with a 77 era 1680 submariner. Love the watch and think it was gently used as I got it in the original box with tags and so on. What should I have done to it above the regular maintenance?

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Old 3 August 2009, 06:05 PM   #2
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So that is the white 1680, not the red 1680

Any photos? I had a white 1680 and I regret having sold it now
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Old 3 August 2009, 09:41 PM   #3
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Keep everything original, meaning do not change the dial & hands. The crown, tube & crystal are OK to change IMO. I would also pass on the polish. Congrats on the Sub!
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Old 4 August 2009, 12:01 AM   #4
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This thread is begging for photos.
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Here's my '78 1680, and those are not orange hands!
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Old 4 August 2009, 11:09 AM   #6
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Looks pretty sweet from what I can tell from the pic. As Scott said, service, crystal, crown and tube. Them enjoy a great reference.
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Old 4 August 2009, 02:30 PM   #7
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Here's a few pictures. Note the old school box. As you can see, it's a "white" submariner. Thanks for the advice.

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Old 10 August 2009, 10:42 PM   #8
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Very nice and in surprising good condition, you got a fine watch there.
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A real beauty you've got there.
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