Mike H
[AHCI Moderator]
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I could not agree more, your 5508 is simply WOW !
As for me, I don't like vintage just for being vintage but for being in very good condition, having a lot of charm/patina, with all elements original and coherent in terms of period (dial, caliber, bracelet and/or buckle, insert...).
Only in this condition a vintage piece attracts me, retains my attention and eventually my love. That's why a restored / redone vintage piece fails to interest me in general.
And that's why in spite of not really being the right moment (financially speaking), I had no other choice but to succumb recently to the charm of a beauty that I'll show you soon... he he he 
Enjoy your 5508 a lot, it's a beauty 
Cheers,
Mike
The timeless beauty of a Rolex Submariner 5508.
You know my tastes, when it comes to vintage Rolex. 6542 or Tudor 7924. The outsiders being the Explorers. But when you see such a fine specimen of a 5508, and better, when you are lucky to own it... You can only love it. With the correct insert, I am in ...
Oh yes
the dial is so clean & pristine ! Love the no crown guard aspect too...gives a very different look to the sub. Best, mahesh.,
No, don't let that one go.
You'll never get tired of wearing that. It's a real pleasure to look at. Thanks. Regards Kev.
I could not agree more, your 5508 is simply WOW !
As for me, I don't like vintage just for being vintage but for being in very good condition, having a lot of charm/patina, with all elements original and coherent in terms of period (dial, caliber, bracelet and/or buckle, insert...). Only in this conditio...
one very nice and outstanding condition example, one of my faves with the 6538. Next time, I bet you will show us a 6062 mint in box with original papers :)
As I said before, your vintage rollie collection is as good as Baron's vintage Rolex collection
I sadly own no vintage Rolex because they are way way out of my price league. the 6062 is a dream watch that I would like to own but my finances won't allow me ever to buy one
I will probably try to purchase a 1680 from the year 1978 (which is my birth year) or 16800 and for the other vintage models probably gmt 1675/16750 and a date just 1600/16000. I think those are among the essential watches from Rolex that are still afford...
Happy to know you didn´t let go this beauty Nicolas!! The 5508 has a more subtle personality than the BC cousins...
... and an special charm in their delicate presence on the wrist. You got a very beautiful example there! A true keeper! Keep enjoying and loving my friend!! Cheers! Abel
oh wow!!
what an incredible specimen! your VR collection is fantastic my friend. your 6542 & this 5508 are superb duo IMO. thanks for sharing the pics
