Thank you, my friend. You are right to mention the 6542. One of my favorite keepers along with the Tudor 7924. But this 5508 is a lovely outsider. [nt]
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 ...
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...
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...
... 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