Oh am I glad I picked up my 5513

[inadeje]

It seems I was just on the cusp of the exponential rise of the vintage 5513. Its started on my chrono24 collection calculator at just +8% only 9 months ago. Look where its at today...crazy...Tom if you’re reading, this is probably why you had a tough time getting one at the prices I recommended. I had no idea they’d risen so much

[42itus]

Originally Posted by inadeje

It seems I was just on the cusp of the exponential rise of the vintage 5513. Its started on my chrono24 collection calculator at just +8% only 9 months ago. Look where its at today...crazy...Tom if you’re reading, this is probably why you had a tough time getting one at the prices I recommended. I had no idea they’d risen so much

I woke up in the middle of the night to pee and grabbed my phone only to see this? Nice of you to rub it in Steve!
I guess I’ll be tossing and turning all night now.
But in all seriousness it seems like prices are creeping up every week and it’s making me want one less and less.


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[inadeje]

Originally Posted by 42itus

I woke up in the middle of the night to pee and grabbed my phone only to see this? Nice of you to rub it in Steve!
I guess I’ll be tossing and turning all night now.
But in all seriousness it seems like prices are creeping up every week and it’s making me want one less and less.


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You’re right buddy. I wouldn’t buy at these prices either.

[05carbondrz]

Originally Posted by inadeje

You’re right buddy. I wouldn’t buy at these prices either.

Then You will be left behind wishing You bought last Year when they were 2K cheaper.They aren’t making any more vintage 5513’s,It’s a much safer bet than a Batgirl for 20K+.

[Kingface66]

Originally Posted by 05carbondrz

Then You will be left behind wishing You bought last Year when they were 2K cheaper.They aren’t making any more vintage 5513’s,It’s a much safer bet than a Batgirl for 20K+.

Couldn't agree more. Every couple years going back MANY now, people have been saying the same thing. It wasn't too long ago you'd hear: "I missed out, and now there's no WAY I'm paying over $10K for a gilt Sub from 1965!"

[zapokee]

My wife was very disapproving of how much I spent on my 1964 gilt Sub four years ago.

She's not so opposed now.

[uncleluck]

Originally Posted by 05carbondrz

Then You will be left behind wishing You bought last Year when they were 2K cheaper.They aren’t making any more vintage 5513’s,It’s a much safer bet than a Batgirl for 20K+.

All very well until the fashion changes and the Instagram generation switch to something else.

[Franks07]

Originally Posted by 05carbondrz

Then You will be left behind wishing You bought last Year when they were 2K cheaper.They aren’t making any more vintage 5513’s,It’s a much safer bet than a Batgirl for 20K+.

THIS! The Vintage Submariner 5512’s and 5513’s maintain a tremendous following (especially for all original excellent Maxi matte and gilt dial examples) due to their timeless design and wearing comfort. These references (along with 1680’s) will never go out of style and IMHO remain a very safe investment in vintage Rolex as prices continue to go up consistently. Glad I bought my two five years ago from highly respected “trusted sellers”.



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[Franks07]

Previous post had two shots of my 1972 Serif Dial 5512...here is my 1978-79 MK1 Maxi Dial 5513 that is my personal “grail” watch.



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[john_peter33]

Echo all the comments above and moreover the 5513/5512 are awesome daily watches. I don’t worry about any dings since they just add to the character of these watches.

[42itus]

Originally Posted by Franks07

Previous post had two shots of my 1972 Serif Dial 5512...here is my 1978-79 MK1 Maxi Dial 5513 that is my personal “grail” watch.



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Wow! Those are two fantastic looking pieces you own!


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[waspy1]

Originally Posted by Kingface66

Couldn't agree more. Every couple years going back MANY now, people have been saying the same thing. It wasn't too long ago you'd hear: "I missed out, and now there's no WAY I'm paying over $10K for a gilt Sub from 1965!"

Funnily enough, that’s what I paid for my 1966 gilt 5513 about 7 years back. Folk thought I was crazy as you could get a modern sub for about half that.





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[zapokee]

Originally Posted by waspy1

Funnily enough, that’s what I paid for my 1966 gilt 5513 about 7 years back. Folk thought I was crazy as you could get a modern sub for about half that.

Nice.

[ud101]

All well and good, congrats to you on your new dial.

[mineral]

The non date 5513 will be always be classic and wanted by many collectors.




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[cardiel]

These references (along with 1680’s) will never go out of style

as the old saying goes, your investments can go down as well as up........nothing is nailed on. Fashions, and the markets that serve them, move in mysterious ways.....

[BNA/LION]

Originally Posted by 05carbondrz

Then You will be left behind wishing You bought last Year when they were 2K cheaper.They aren’t making any more vintage 5513’s,It’s a much safer bet than a Batgirl for 20K+.

I believe you are referencing the 126710BLNR with Jubilee Bracelet.

Only You Can Stop the Spread Of Stupid Nicknames for Beautiful Watches!

Just Say NO to "batgirl"!

Whenever you see the Proper Name: 126710BLNR with Jubilee Bracelet referred to as batgirl simple repost and add the proper name and this picture of batgirl!

[djgallo]

That is a great 5513 and thumbs up on your foresight!