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14 March 2009, 07:23 PM | #31 |
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bu just simple cleaning, that watch doesn't look so old anymore...amzing piece...do keep it in working condition but don't shine it out too much...its uber cool
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14 March 2009, 07:40 PM | #32 |
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That sure is one hell of a timepiece, Phil. Congratulations and wear it in good health!!
Good luck with the part/s hunting!!
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14 March 2009, 08:45 PM | #33 |
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the lume dot should be replaced with an original tritium pearl...I have a few left ,just pm me..and in my opinion it would be best just to replace the crystal unless you have polished a few before..I have a couple tropics for it as well..I love the vintage rolex so just get ahold of me and we will get it squared away.
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14 March 2009, 08:50 PM | #34 |
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Amazing dial. If Steve has a pearl for the insert don't think twice.
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14 March 2009, 09:11 PM | #35 |
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Agree with Mike a fantastic dial never change that one.
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14 March 2009, 09:28 PM | #36 |
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That is an awesome watch a vintage like that can be a once in a lifetime watch & make a big difference to your collecting experience.
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14 March 2009, 09:50 PM | #37 |
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A little TLC and that baby will be spectacular! Congrats!
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15 March 2009, 09:24 PM | #38 |
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Thanks for the input guys, it is appreciated. One of Steve's best vintage tritium pearls is on it's way.
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19 March 2009, 03:52 PM | #39 |
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Man there is just something about a watch that keeps running for over 40 years. What a find.
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19 March 2009, 06:25 PM | #40 |
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definitely a rare beast...p.c.g.'s and all..
I would give my left hand for a watch like that...except for the fact that my watch would fall off my arm!!...lol |
19 March 2009, 06:38 PM | #41 |
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Nice find!
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19 March 2009, 06:47 PM | #42 |
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Nice. That's about the only thing I would do to this watch. I love the scratches on the insert/case...not too bad IMO and really sets it apart as a TRUE vintage Sub. Great find...congrats!
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19 March 2009, 07:40 PM | #43 |
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LOL, common Steve, for the puter language illiterate as I, what are p.c.g's mate
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19 March 2009, 07:51 PM | #44 |
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WooooW nice watch!
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19 March 2009, 08:10 PM | #45 |
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Outstanding watch and I feel the Exact same way as Steve! I'd give his left hand for it too!!!!!
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19 March 2009, 11:42 PM | #46 |
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Wow! Really nice find! Personally, I would add the pearl, replace the crystal with a new tropic, just to make sure the watch is water tight, and wear it as is. Forget the polish!
Again, congrats on a superb find. Scott
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20 March 2009, 12:40 AM | #47 |
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Nice story and the gentlemen certainly used it!
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20 March 2009, 02:09 AM | #48 |
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Are you gonna be sending it over for a watch polish? Show some pics of before and after if u do decide to polish it. Great find!!
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20 March 2009, 05:17 AM | #50 |
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Looks great. I would also invest in a sympathetic mechanical overhaul. My choice would be Bob Ridley at Watchmakers International.
By the way, I believe this is one of the last of the radium dials, so even a tritium pearl (unless quite patina'ed) might look out of place here.
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4 April 2009, 08:21 PM | #51 |
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Pearl
Here she is with NOS replacement pearl, (thanks Steve) Unfortunately the edges of the hole and surroundings are damaged so it looks a little rough still! Never the less, it's an improvement I think.
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G'day Phil and congrats mate!
What a great story of how you found it. Any old fellas out there in the Sydney area, willing to part with a genuine vintage Sub, please do not hesitate to contact me! |
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[QUOTE=stevemulholland3;1087496]definite improvement..
and just so you know..P.C.G. refers to the "pointy crown gaurds" There ya go, now I know, no excuses next time. I will let you know if I find an insert from your vintage in better condition. wear it in good health my friend!! Thanks again Steve, stay lucky
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4 April 2009, 09:12 PM | #54 |
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Thanks Denny, it was a great find and I am hoping to get back together with the guy and take a few photo's and get a bit of a life story out of him, he was a lovely old character and I know in his younger days he did use the watch as a tool diving watch, he might even have some good old album dive photos from those days too, fingers crossed.........watch this space
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17 January 2021, 01:08 PM | #55 |
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Just a heads up, I shall be listing quite a few of my watches for sale including this beauty in the next couple of weeks. What with COVID and a recent stroke I have drifted apart from my watch collecting and so need to cash them in to pay for other things I need in my retirement.
I hope I am not breaking any rules mentioning this on here Thanks phil
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Best to you, OP.
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I just came upon your remarkable Tudor sub and 5512. I hope you sell them for top dollar and have a healthy and happy 2021.
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