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SourdoughinSF · 3 June 2020, 05:03 AM

I'm considering spending some hard earned cash on a vintage 5513 Sub - more than I've ever spent on a watch before. The seller is reputable and has been in business for a long time. The price is in range with other 5513's at other vintage dealers.

Before I break open my piggy bank, are there any general guidelines I should follow? What questions should I ask the seller? Should I take the watch to an independent watch shop to have its authenticity verified?

Any/all suggestions are appreciated.

Dan S · 3 June 2020, 05:11 AM

If you want people to give you advice, post good photos here and indicate the asking price. There's no way that members can give you a full education in one paragraph. You say the seller is "reputable", some members might have other opinions, depending on who it is.

This site is a good start if you want to do your own research (although we don't even know what era 5513 you're considering):
http://www.5513mattedial.com

Rebel · 3 June 2020, 05:34 AM

What Dan said.

Wing Zero · 3 June 2020, 06:42 AM

What Rebel said

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harry in montreal · 3 June 2020, 07:06 AM

What wing zero said

42itus · 3 June 2020, 07:32 AM

what harry in montreal said...

Do your research so you know what is out there. 5513mattedial.com is a great place to start. Make sure you know what is important to you. You will save money if the watch has service parts but again, it depends what is important to you. Ask the seller if they can send you a video or a photo of the watch under UV light to see the tritium.

shaunylw · 3 June 2020, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by SourdoughinSF

I'm considering spending some hard earned cash on a vintage 5513 Sub - more than I've ever spent on a watch before. The seller is reputable and has been in business for a long time. The price is in range with other 5513's at other vintage dealers.

Before I break open my piggy bank, are there any general guidelines I should follow? What questions should I ask the seller? Should I take the watch to an independent watch shop to have its authenticity verified?

Any/all suggestions are appreciated.

If you’re in SF and thinking either Jacek at his new shop or Hqmilton, i think you will be in very safe hands. you might have a hard time finding an independent watch shop with more knowledge than some of the top vintage guys. When i bought my first vintage watch, jacek literally walked me through exactly what i need to look for and the subtle differences.

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zapokee · 3 June 2020, 09:17 AM

What Tom and Shaun said.

southtexas · 3 June 2020, 10:45 AM

What Zapokee said.

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Kingface66 · 3 June 2020, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by SourdoughinSF

Should I take the watch to an independent watch shop to have its authenticity verified?

Depends on the watch shop. You’d be surprised (or, maybe not) how many watch shops don’t share the same breadth of knowledge that the enthusiasts here on this, and other forum do. The minutiae of insert marks, dial marks, lume authenticity, crown types, service parts, bracelet codes, etc. alone could lead to a lot of confusion. Best bet is to post some pictures here, and, yes, maybe identify the seller.

SourdoughinSF · 4 June 2020, 01:45 AM

Thanks. I'm a NOOB so apologies for the lame question. Will follow up if / when purchase is made.

Kingface66 · 4 June 2020, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SourdoughinSF

Thanks. I'm a NOOB so apologies for the lame question. Will follow up if / when purchase is made.

No apologies necessary. Better to ask questions and save yourself some anguish.

GoingPlaces · 4 June 2020, 02:28 AM

What everyone else said. There is tremendous knowledge on TRF. Take advantage of it before you spend your hard earned dollars. Post some pics and information. Well worth it.

BigBlue1 · 4 June 2020, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Kingface66

No apologies necessary. Better to ask questions and save yourself some anguish.

What King said.

Tom1675 · 4 June 2020, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SourdoughinSF

Thanks. I'm a NOOB so apologies for the lame question. Will follow up if / when purchase is made.

Its great you trust your dealer, that's where to start. But you've (humbly) posted here for a reason... Do your research and post your purchase candidate here. let us know what the seller is representing the watch to be (all original, unpolished).

Continue your due diligence, don't buy without posting pics here. Good pics and a lot of them, serial numbers and macros...

This is a big purchase for you, take your time and enjoy the hunt!!

brandrea · 4 June 2020, 02:48 AM

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Originally Posted by GoingPlaces

What everyone else said. There is tremendous knowledge on TRF. Take advantage of it before you spend your hard earned dollars. Post some pics and information. Well worth it.

What goingplaces said

Good luck OP

lee fowler · 4 June 2020, 03:17 AM

Don't be afraid to ask and as has already been said there is a font of knowledge on here.

iliketime · 4 June 2020, 03:45 AM

Do your research first tho, and actually do it.

tekno · 4 June 2020, 04:22 AM

Don’t worry about posting links to the watch, no one is going to steal it from you.

I like the stuff Jacek has had recently @ tropicalwatch.com

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Dan S · 4 June 2020, 04:38 AM

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Don’t worry about posting links to the watch, no one is going to steal it from you.

If it's listed by an established dealer, it's not a secret to people on this forum.

tekno · 4 June 2020, 04:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan S

If it's listed by an established dealer, it's not a secret to people on this forum.

That’s what I meant, I am always window shopping.

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3 June 2020, 05:03 AM	#1
SourdoughinSF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2	Thinking about spending some serious $$ on a vintage Sub... I'm considering spending some hard earned cash on a vintage 5513 Sub - more than I've ever spent on a watch before. The seller is reputable and has been in business for a long time. The price is in range with other 5513's at other vintage dealers. Before I break open my piggy bank, are there any general guidelines I should follow? What questions should I ask the seller? Should I take the watch to an independent watch shop to have its authenticity verified? Any/all suggestions are appreciated.

3 June 2020, 05:11 AM	#2
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 5,902	If you want people to give you advice, post good photos here and indicate the asking price. There's no way that members can give you a full education in one paragraph. You say the seller is "reputable", some members might have other opinions, depending on who it is. This site is a good start if you want to do your own research (although we don't even know what era 5513 you're considering): http://www.5513mattedial.com __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

3 June 2020, 05:34 AM	#3
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	What Dan said. __________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

3 June 2020, 06:42 AM	#4
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3 June 2020, 10:45 AM	#9
southtexas 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,683	What Zapokee said. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

3 June 2020, 07:06 AM	#5
harry in montreal "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Montreal Watch: The Habs pick 1st! Posts: 3,589	What wing zero said

3 June 2020, 07:32 AM	#6
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	what harry in montreal said... Do your research so you know what is out there. 5513mattedial.com is a great place to start. Make sure you know what is important to you. You will save money if the watch has service parts but again, it depends what is important to you. Ask the seller if they can send you a video or a photo of the watch under UV light to see the tritium.

3 June 2020, 09:17 AM	#8
zapokee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Japan Posts: 4,344	What Tom and Shaun said.

4 June 2020, 01:45 AM	#11
SourdoughinSF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2	Thanks. I'm a NOOB so apologies for the lame question. Will follow up if / when purchase is made.

4 June 2020, 02:28 AM	#13
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,341	What everyone else said. There is tremendous knowledge on TRF. Take advantage of it before you spend your hard earned dollars. Post some pics and information. Well worth it.

4 June 2020, 03:17 AM	#17
lee fowler 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: UK Watch: GMT Posts: 2,508	Don't be afraid to ask and as has already been said there is a font of knowledge on here. __________________ Instagram: @lee1563

4 June 2020, 03:45 AM	#18
iliketime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jack Location: NYC Watch: 16570, 16710 Posts: 1,534	Do your research first tho, and actually do it.

4 June 2020, 04:22 AM	#19
tekno 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Watch: Tudor Snowflake Posts: 1,043	Don’t worry about posting links to the watch, no one is going to steal it from you. I like the stuff Jacek has had recently @ tropicalwatch.com Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

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