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Old 20 July 2009, 12:02 AM   #1
David J
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5513 - A dilemma or not ?

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I'm new to this game - watches and forums - and was hoping that someone could give me some advice. I've got the chance to purchase a 1970s 5513 at a reasonable price because the dial has been replaced with a newer, ringed hour marker dial. The case is immaculate but how much does the wrong dial affect the value of the watch ? Any Thoughts ? All appreciated. Thanks David.
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Old 20 July 2009, 01:56 AM   #2
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It's not the "wrong" dial, but a factory service replacement. Any pics, what's the serial & asking price?
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Old 20 July 2009, 02:27 AM   #3
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Well....

5513's are not that hard to find......You can always search out a Matt Dial for this watch, but why not just keeping looking for an original example????
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Old 20 July 2009, 03:52 AM   #4
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as clay mentioned, a matte 5513 dial can be sourced quite easily. but can you get some pics of the 5513 that you have been offered, then we can help you even more.
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Old 29 July 2009, 08:06 AM   #5
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I would shop around and get a watch with the right dial. There are so many around for sale, you will be spoilt for choice. But it sounds like someone has offered you a bargain
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