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not really 'apples with apples', my guess, from a price perspective. A good 1019 black dial milgauss should be at least double the price of even the nicest 5513 gilt submariner, isn't it? Still: I would go for the Milgauss 1019, for me currently a bit under-rated, a great watch, and for me together with the Orange Hand Explorer II the most 'a-typical' Rolex and therefore interesting. On the other hand, if what you are after is the 'iconic' Rolex-esque style, than the Submariner is the one to go for. Therefore I am a bit surprised by your choice of 2, since you have chosen the two end of the Rolex-extremes (most typical/archetypical Rolex watch, versus the most 'unlike Rolex' Rolex watch). But maybe that's the question you are asking? I myself am always a bit of a 'contrarian', besides a big fan of anti-magnetic models for all brands, and therefore would go for the Milgauss.

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5513 submariner gilt dial vs 1019 milgauss black dial

 
By: optionc : May 29th, 2013-06:26
Hi all, I'm deciding between a beautiful 5513. Gilt dial Swiss t 25 vs an equally stunning 1019 black dialed milgauss. Would welcome your thoughts. OpC

Milgauss

 
By: RDL : May 29th, 2013-06:35
not really 'apples with apples', my guess, from a price perspective. A good 1019 black dial milgauss should be at least double the price of even the nicest 5513 gilt submariner, isn't it? Still: I would go for the Milgauss 1019, for me currently a bit und... 

Excellent question....

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : May 29th, 2013-06:52
....and almost impossible to answer. I have two watches at the very top of my wish-list...a 5512 Gilt vrs a 1019. So i do understand your dilemma. The two watches are, of course, extremely different. So it seems that you are not being torn by an aesthetic... 

Thank you

 
By: optionc : May 29th, 2013-08:22
Absolutely understand that they are a little apples and oranges but still fruits. The 5513 is full b and p (almost 50 years old)with a flawless gilt dial and in raw condition. The milgauss (from 1968) is watch only and in very good condition but certainly... 

Thanks OptionC

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : May 29th, 2013-08:27
I err to the 5513 in your case as I think finding specimen versions of such a watch is truly difficult. IF you are indifferent between the two on the wrist, then it really does boil down to issues like this.....with early gilt Subs, finding one in mint co... 

Based on the discription of a perfect B&P 5513 with a mint dial

 
By: Bill : May 29th, 2013-11:07
You have a solid reason to lean towards the 5513 gilt. That is from the stand point that you have a mint watch in complete condition. However, unless you just plan to buy that watch and never wear it you may consider the Milgauss if you feel less risk wea...  

It is like comparing coconuts and strawberries.

 
By: amanico : May 29th, 2013-07:16
They are so different! Go for the difference, and go for the black mambo..Errr, Milgauss. Go for the outsider! Best, Nicolas

there is no contest for me...

 
By: gensiulia : May 29th, 2013-08:24
...we are talking about 2 great watches, but 1019 is really my arrival point. but it would be interesting to know the milgauss serial you are considering, 'cause the are a lot of differences (as well as for a gilty 13) my choice would definitely be a silv...