DrStrong
[Rolex Moderator]
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What a stunner !
a great addition to your early 1960's sub collection !
Very interesting Rolex 5512 4 line with a twist
We are all familiar with the 5512 two and four line chapter ring gilt .... But how about a non chapter ring gilt 5512. Well here we have the gilt 5512 from 1963 pointed crown guard. Bonus underline and Swiss only. More soon. Enjoy The gold print is almost...
Wow, Bill! Another superb catch you HAD to have!
You may have one of the finest collection of Crownguard Subs, now, my friend. Yes, I immediately noticed the shape of the lugs. iùmpressive. As for the dial, when it is worth a photo session in Paris, don't you think? I am impressed by your willing to bui...
Interesting indeed, the chapter ring stopped around 64, so could be…
One of the very very first non chapter ring 5512 But still with pcg I had a non pcg gilt from 66 Best Imran
Pointed crown guards stopped around 1963
In 1963 you have the end of the Chapter ring and the short transition to no chapter glossy gilt. Again stopped is a strong word as there was overlaps as the moved from one model to the next. In 1964 you would have the round crown guards as we know them to...
Very close to this one
This one is also from 1963 but it the 5513 underline. Just missing two lines of silver text. The 1963 period has so many surprises. Bill ...
Thank you Jeff
The watch has great wrist presence with strong copper gold color like the Big crowns. But the dial at angles shows it's age. I settled for a perfect case. Bill
Another great find Bill!
A superb example with the underline etc. I actually went vintage hunting a few days ago with a Purist friend from overseas and we came across a similar specimen. However, neither of us knew enough about these or was brave enough to commit. I took some pic...
This is the next version after swiss only
The 5512 follows the same pattern as the 5513. The watch you are showing will date between 1964 to 1966. There is a high chance it also has a 5513 case back. What you need from the watch to date it is the serial number most likely between 1.1 and 1.4 to b...
One other note pointed crown guards
I did not notice this fact earlier. So this one is most likely a late 1963 I.e. from the first batch of Swiss t <25. Your serial should be a high 900k up to 1.1 mill. Bill
Many thanks Bill.
Appreciate the info. and will be better equipped should the urge be strong enough to go back for a second look. Wiil keep you updated on any further developments. :) Best Fernando
Nothing new Bill.
Actually it was my friend from NY who wanted see what he could find here. I'm afraid the selection here is very limited and at times dubious. ;)