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16 May 2024, 07:16 AM | #1 |
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5513 vs 14060
Hi All - am seeking vintage experts and owners' feedback here!
I'm considering seeking out a "vintage" submariner with a tritium dial and I am torn between a 5513 and an early 14060. I have a new sub date, so feel the 5513 would be all that more different comparatively. Does the community have any strong thoughts or considerations I should be thinking about? PS - it appears that finding a good 14060 example is easier than a good 5513.... Thank you in advance. |
16 May 2024, 08:46 AM | #2 |
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I have a modern sub and a 5513. I wear the 5513 a ton and I think the charm of the acrylic crystal is unmatched.
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16 May 2024, 08:52 AM | #3 |
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Two completely different eras, one vintage and the other not.
The 14060 gives you modern features, sapphire, 3xxx movement, and the unmistakable look of a Sub. The 5513 also has the same look but an earlier generation movement and plexi, plus hard to find parts.
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16 May 2024, 06:43 PM | #4 |
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5513 everyday - and if you have the budget - the earlier the better.
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They wear completely different OP, but I’m sure you know that. |
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+1 to this!
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17 May 2024, 01:39 AM | #7 |
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I currently own both examples, a 14060 and a 1972 Submariner 5513 and a glossy dial 5513 from the lat 1980s.
It's a buyer's choice, but you can't go wrong with a vintage 5513. Below are some 5513 photos, both the glossy and matte versions along with the 14060 model depicted in the last photo.
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17 May 2024, 08:49 AM | #8 |
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I’m going to go against the grain and say a tritium 14060 with nicely patina’d markers is best, especially for daily wear. I have and still do wear 60’s/70’s watches frequently and for a number of years a 60’s 321 Speedmaster was my daily driver, but I love the 90’s 5 digit models as they’re better at standing up to daily wear (especially with young children) and still retain the classic look.
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19 May 2024, 06:59 AM | #10 |
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Both and all.
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