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Rob Hoskins · 8 January 2016, 12:14 PM

Hi All, I have the following watch and am interested to get opinions and feedback regarding it.
I was given the watch over 25 years ago from a family member who traded for it during his time in the British Army in the 70's.
It has remained untouched since then. I would like to know if anyone can help me get further info or documentation on this magnificent timepiece.
I am aware it is a very collectable and sought after item.

Regards, Rob

watchlovr · 8 January 2016, 06:17 PM

I'm sure Jed will be along shortly but it certainly looks like a "full spec" Rolex 5513 Milsub.
Does it still have the original engravings on the case back?

Incidentally, Jed is in Aus.

Mark020 · 8 January 2016, 06:26 PM

Don't post full pics of caseback and serial. And yes: speak to Jedly.

jedly1 · 8 January 2016, 06:34 PM

!?? Already spoke to Rob a good few days ago ... I thought you'd taken the offer from the states Rob ?

Did you decide to keep it ?

Brisman · 8 January 2016, 06:57 PM

Hello Rob, good to see your here.
Sounds like things are moving along.👍

TheBluePrince · 8 January 2016, 06:59 PM

It's a full spec Milsub, seems the OP knows this already and presumably the value of it now.

OP - What extra info are you actually after?

Xantiagib · 8 January 2016, 07:58 PM

unless you need the cash, keep it get the plexi polished a bit
and wear it and enjoy it

Rob Hoskins · 8 January 2016, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jedly1

!?? Already spoke to Rob a good few days ago ... I thought you'd taken the offer from the states Rob ?

Did you decide to keep it ?

Hi Jed, yes im going to hold on to it for now i think. as tempting as it is to sell ive grown quite fond of it.
Best regards,
Rob

southtexas · 8 January 2016, 10:45 PM

Wow

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brandrea · 8 January 2016, 10:47 PM

Lucky dog

samuelhuntington · 9 January 2016, 12:16 AM

Unless you really need the money I would not sell that watch! It's a beauty and a true Grail for many collectors.

Haywood_Milton · 9 January 2016, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBluePrince

It's a full spec Milsub, seems the OP knows this already and presumably the value of it now.

OP - What extra info are you actually after?

Indeed, lovely watch from what I can see but what "further info" are you hoping for? General info on mil subs or your specific watch? The former is a very open-ended question while the latter would be impossible without knowing more detail, that it might be best not to post in open forum.

As for further documentation, there will most likely be none for your specific watch that is accessible now.

Lucky chap :-)

Haywood M

JJL · 9 January 2016, 01:59 AM

Wow!

Jfullm42 · 9 January 2016, 02:54 AM

Hey Rob good to see you over here. That's good that you are going to keep it at this time. Enjoy it!

watchcrank · 9 January 2016, 02:58 AM

Only becoming more $$ as the rarity is known. Enjoy the very small club you are in.

Aceldama · 9 January 2016, 03:20 AM

Ask away! I love reading and learning...

Frogman4me · 9 January 2016, 01:49 PM

Awesome to see more of these found. Enjoy an awesome milsub.

Dr.Smellody · 9 January 2016, 01:53 PM

Wow! Amazing

scooba · 10 January 2016, 01:11 AM

Lovely watch , If you keep it how wonderful, but if it is for sale just make sure you get all the money for it .

scooba · 10 January 2016, 01:14 AM

Another millsub post

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=442785

Daytonaman799 · 10 January 2016, 01:17 AM

Amazing watch....enjoy

etp095 · 10 January 2016, 01:23 AM

That's a rare bird, your a lucky guy. More pics please.

Watchflair · 10 January 2016, 01:38 AM

Rob-that's an absolute stunner. What information were you seeking?

Are you a watch aficionado?

If yes then I understand wear and enjoy it!

If no then why not sell it and get a regular submariner as a daily wearer.
Get something that you don't have to be cautious with or worry about damaging(not that it can't take a beating lol)

QueueCumber · 10 January 2016, 02:54 AM

Awesome piece. It will jump up in value over time very nicely. A much better investment than the stock market nowadays....

watchlovr · 10 January 2016, 04:28 AM

Indeed it is a real stunner.
Crying shame about the engravings, it would be perfect otherwise.

GB-man · 10 January 2016, 06:06 AM

The stuff dreams are made of

nick c · 10 January 2016, 06:10 AM

Indeed very rare

strafer_kid · 10 January 2016, 08:39 AM

Terrific one to land!

Wing Zero · 10 January 2016, 06:31 PM

Lovely find. Polish up that crystal with some toothpaste and post some more pictures !!

GrandAnimus · 11 January 2016, 03:28 PM

I would say this is a grail watch for me but it's a bit beyond that!

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8 January 2016, 12:14 PM	#1
Rob Hoskins "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Australia Posts: 3	milsub 5513 Hi All, I have the following watch and am interested to get opinions and feedback regarding it. I was given the watch over 25 years ago from a family member who traded for it during his time in the British Army in the 70's. It has remained untouched since then. I would like to know if anyone can help me get further info or documentation on this magnificent timepiece. I am aware it is a very collectable and sought after item. Regards, Rob

8 January 2016, 10:45 PM	#9
southtexas 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Great State of TX Posts: 5,684	Wow Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Forty six & 2 are just ahead of me. Follow me on Instagram @ccrolex

10 January 2016, 01:14 AM	#20
scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,490	Another Another millsub post http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=442785

10 January 2016, 01:23 AM	#22
etp095 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: rudolph Location: chicago burbs Posts: 2,026	That's a rare bird, your a lucky guy. More pics please. __________________ tt date circa 69' 5513 circa 81' ss sub w/date (z) pepsi gmt for dad(D) polar expy II(z) 1675 gmt circa 68' ladies datejust on jubilee for mom (z) sea dweller16600(M) SS Sub-C(g) Omega Planet Ocean,45.5 on mesh(2500D)

10 January 2016, 01:38 AM	#23
Watchflair 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Jim Location: Westchester NY Watch: 116500 116518LN Posts: 5,876	Rob-that's an absolute stunner. What information were you seeking? Are you a watch aficionado? If yes then I understand wear and enjoy it! If no then why not sell it and get a regular submariner as a daily wearer. Get something that you don't have to be cautious with or worry about damaging(not that it can't take a beating lol) __________________ Remember what matters. Value everyday

8 January 2016, 06:17 PM	#2
watchlovr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: UK Posts: 252	I'm sure Jed will be along shortly but it certainly looks like a "full spec" Rolex 5513 Milsub. Does it still have the original engravings on the case back? Incidentally, Jed is in Aus.

8 January 2016, 06:26 PM	#3
Mark020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 2,091	Don't post full pics of caseback and serial. And yes: speak to Jedly.

8 January 2016, 06:34 PM	#4
jedly1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: mel(oz)/Yorks(uk) Posts: 1,917	!?? Already spoke to Rob a good few days ago ... I thought you'd taken the offer from the states Rob ? Did you decide to keep it ?

8 January 2016, 06:57 PM	#5
Brisman "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Donald Location: Australia Posts: 973	Hello Rob, good to see your here. Sounds like things are moving along.👍

8 January 2016, 06:59 PM	#6
TheBluePrince "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: London Posts: 2,081	It's a full spec Milsub, seems the OP knows this already and presumably the value of it now. OP - What extra info are you actually after?

8 January 2016, 07:58 PM	#7
Xantiagib "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Gibraltar Posts: 203	unless you need the cash, keep it get the plexi polished a bit and wear it and enjoy it

8 January 2016, 10:47 PM	#10
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,696	Lucky dog

9 January 2016, 12:16 AM	#11
samuelhuntington "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Sam Location: new hampshire Watch: 5167, 16570, 5513 Posts: 493	Unless you really need the money I would not sell that watch! It's a beauty and a true Grail for many collectors.

9 January 2016, 01:59 AM	#13
JJL "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: US Watch: 1680 Red & 16622 Posts: 2,449	Wow!

9 January 2016, 02:54 AM	#14
Jfullm42 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Jeff Location: Seattle, WA Watch: 16600 Posts: 4,065	Hey Rob good to see you over here. That's good that you are going to keep it at this time. Enjoy it!

9 January 2016, 02:58 AM	#15
watchcrank "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: michael Location: Florida Watch: explorer II cream Posts: 1,661	Only becoming more $$ as the rarity is known. Enjoy the very small club you are in.

9 January 2016, 03:20 AM	#16
Aceldama "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Central Cal Watch: Dads Omega Cal 601 Posts: 707	Ask away! I love reading and learning...

9 January 2016, 01:49 PM	#17
Frogman4me Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Maryland Posts: 6,268	Awesome to see more of these found. Enjoy an awesome milsub.

9 January 2016, 01:53 PM	#18
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,199	Wow! Amazing

10 January 2016, 01:11 AM	#19
scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,490	Lovely watch , If you keep it how wonderful, but if it is for sale just make sure you get all the money for it .

10 January 2016, 01:17 AM	#21
Daytonaman799 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC/South Fl Watch: Rolex, Patek Posts: 3,507	Amazing watch....enjoy

10 January 2016, 02:54 AM	#24
QueueCumber "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Q Location: The Q Continuum Watch: ST:TNG Posts: 8,466	Awesome piece. It will jump up in value over time very nicely. A much better investment than the stock market nowadays.... __________________ Instagram: _queuecumber_

10 January 2016, 04:28 AM	#25
watchlovr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: UK Posts: 252	Indeed it is a real stunner. Crying shame about the engravings, it would be perfect otherwise.

10 January 2016, 06:06 AM	#26
GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,864	The stuff dreams are made of

10 January 2016, 06:10 AM	#27
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Indeed very rare

10 January 2016, 08:39 AM	#28
strafer_kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Kenny Location: northern ireland Watch: SDs, Subs & GMTs Posts: 5,127	Terrific one to land!

10 January 2016, 06:31 PM	#29
Wing Zero "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: JC Location: Earth Watch: 1680 ~ 16610LV Posts: 811	Lovely find. Polish up that crystal with some toothpaste and post some more pictures !! __________________ ********************** **********************

11 January 2016, 03:28 PM	#30
GrandAnimus "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Montreal Watch: This Posts: 88	I would say this is a grail watch for me but it's a bit beyond that! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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