Baron - Mr Red
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Thanks OptionC
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 condition is no easy task, and paying full-freight or not, I think I would go down that path. I can find at least 3 1019s that I like within a week. I can certainly find early Subs that I like....but none of the owners will sell!
Good luck with your choice.....i have full empathy
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...