amanico
[JLC Moderator]
400224
Let's see some nice no crown guards Subs...
I accidentally fell on these pictures I took on a friend's 5508. A nice Exclamation Dot Dial, in superb condition.
We have a lof of Bic Crown Fans, here, and there are some excellent reasons to explain that passion: The strenght of the Watch, its character, its presnece of the wrist are among the most often mentionned explanations.
But the small no crownguard Subs have strong arguments, too, such as an undipsutable elegance, class.
Here is my friend's specimen, with mine.
No Exclamation Dot on mine, but a superb deep and flawless dial with an uncommon patina of the indexes made me fall in love with it.
I just need a correct insert to make it perfect. One of my targets for the year to come...
Show us yours!
Best,
Nicolas
Vintage
Explore the Rolex Submariner Ref. 5508 from 1958. Discover the charm of vintage details, period-correct bracelets, and the pursuit of authenticity in classic Rolex watches.
25 replies4738 views
Vintage
Amanico explores vintage Rolex Explorer 1016 and Submariner 5508, 5512 models. Compare matte vs. gilt dials, '4 lines' variations, and the enduring appeal of these iconic references.
23 replies3054 views
Let's see some nice no crown guards Subs...
I accidentally fell on these pictures I took on a friend's 5508. A nice Exclamation Dot Dial, in superb condition. We have a lof of Bic Crown Fans, here, and there are some excellent reasons to explain that passion: The strenght of the Watch, its characte...
Very nice pair Nicolas
Here's my 5508, with a flawless mirror gloss gilt tropical dial, and original tropical "long 5" insert. Enjoy :) ...
Here is my contribution to this great thread Nicolas!
Great watches amigo Nicolas! Though lacking the strong image of their Big Crown cousins, these SC no guards got the charm and distinction of a timeless design. You already know this 5508 gloss with exclamation dot and the big Rolex inscription bracelet cl...
2 5508??? Your greediness is without limits! :)))
Veeery nice example, Amigo... Un abrazo, Nicolas
Ha ha ha!! Yes collectors are greedy my friend, you know well...
... I have shown here some time ago, my first 5508 with a very bad dial (replacement), which keeps me off completely enjoy it. Case, movement, etc are very nice, but dial is the "face" of a timepiece and regretably is not good. Will see what I can do with...
You have dial issue, I have an insert issue. :(((
May 2014 provide us THE solution! Un abrazo, Dexter. Nicolas.
Gorgeous! Beautiful examples!
Here is mine: 5508 from 1958 with gilt service dial.... ...
Well, I am afraid...
...it left for the 6538, which in turn went for the Comex. But the current owner treasures it properly - like I should have!
Car & watches
Ah that combination really does it for me. I love your small crowns especially the 6205 with the purple faded bezel. That watch is a dream my friend- but according to my memory in another post you don't have that anymore? Or do? As to your 911. Well my gu...
Well...
Except for my 5508, all the other Subs have found new owners! ;-) And the 911 is a 2.0S short wheel base from 1968.
I will need a truck
If I bring all the watches with me I will need a private jet. A+ Bill
The stretch is booked.
Nico I want to tell you to go to sleep but I realize I need to go to sleep and I give you the rudder of the ship. Gros Bisous. Bill
I would post mine....
...but got beaten to the punch! For sure, the SC adds something different to a collection. Elegance....yes. But it has a totally different personality to most Subs. And personality goes a long way
You did.....
.......and mine still had its old insert.... ....ooh...that was below the belt.
Yes... Old insert, old pictures. But mine has this kind of ...
Eternal BAD insert, still... :) Best, Nicolas
Great Thread!
Beautiful watches. So much to love - the great cases, the great individuality of the different dials, and the KILLER red triangle inserts! Great watches all! One day I hope to join the NCG Club! Best, Mike