Rolex 5512 gilt 2 vs 4 line black vs brown.

Oct 01, 2016,14:55 PM
 

I had an opportunity yo snap a few pictures compaiting two sets of Rolex 5512 gilt watches. Some very attractive pieces. The brown dials require direct sunlight to appreciate them. I know there are two camps of thought one being the perfect black gilt trumps a brown dial the other favors the brown dial. I think both work but as notted sun light is required. 


What are your thoughts. 

Bill






Rolex 5512 4 line gilt black vs brown in sunlight.






Rolex 5512 4 line gilt black vs brown wthout sunlight but still day light




Rolex 5512 2 line gilt black vs brown in sunlight.




Rolex 5512 2 line chapter ring.






Rolex 5512 chapter ring gilt



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Your 2 browns are top.

 
 By: amanico : October 1st, 2016-23:43
The easy answer would be both black and brown. If I had to choose with a gun on my head, I would say your 2 lines brown. Your collection is breathtaking, my friend. Best, Nicolas

Wonderful collection, Bill!

 
 By: MTR : October 2nd, 2016-01:45
Like Nicolas I prefer the brown line. It\'s very special! Best, Thomas

Bill, I will never be able...

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : October 2nd, 2016-04:54
... to go into vintage Rolex after viewing your posts! What a fantastic collection! I think my preferences goes to the brown 4 liners... But would be extremely happy with either one! Best Blomman

Great collection of 5512's-- they used to be fairly easy to acquire, but

 
 By: pastaboy1939 : October 2nd, 2016-08:47
today it's almost impossible to find any as nice as yours--enjoy. HAGWE.

The prices for these bad boys are getting way up there.

 
 By: Bill : October 2nd, 2016-09:55
However the real delta is quality examples. They are literally double the price. A 4 line 5512 with no hand drag is a real rarity add the fact that it is a full set. You know where I am going but there are few and far between. The browns have a lot going ... 

Yes brown but...

 
 By: Elite Watch : October 2nd, 2016-14:41
Yes, brown. But a 4 line ring with Tulip Rolex crown is very rare. But got it brown is a rarity in a rarity. I'm '50 and '60 sub collector, I Must love a rare birds like Tulip 4 line....Best, Lorenzo Ps Always sorry for my bad english

Strong eyes. Rolex Tulip crown is a beauty on the 5512 4 line..

 
 By: Bill : October 2nd, 2016-14:49
This one is pictured in the group shot but I was keeping on the side. Bill PS your English is great and your Rolex speak is great. ...  

Thank you

 
 By: Elite Watch : October 4th, 2016-05:19
One day I'll show you mine watches! Best, Lorenzo

Awesome !!

 
 By: Claudio Sacco : October 26th, 2016-02:39
Perfect .... it is so beautiful that seems just out of the store sales. Compliments !!

The 5512 four lines glossy black is my dream grail Sub!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 2nd, 2016-17:49
all the watches you show Bill are beautiful but my grail would be that four lines deep black dial !! Thanks for sharing!! Abel

A bit late, but hope not too late.. I see it from 2 sides: 1/ perfect black is so pure, a bit bold..2/ the brown renders a sweet charm &

 
 By: hs111 : October 4th, 2016-08:50
.. a bit more warmth, when the sunlight plays with the reflections.. I\'d be more than happy with either, guess a tad more for the sensual brown.. My humble 2 cents.. Best, hs PS: amazing specimens of a mesmerizing collection - Thx so much for sharing, ed... 

Superb array of Gilt CR Subs!!!

 
 By: i_am_Sam : October 6th, 2016-06:35
The browns are gorgeous ! But the glossy black ones are breathtaking! Particularly love your 4 line collection... Especially your tulip! Best, Sam

Simply both beautiful.

 
 By: Claudio Sacco : October 26th, 2016-02:32
Honestly, I can not choose .... I love too much submariner ref. 5512 Gilt in this beautiful setup. However, the brown dials that have had the natural color change and did not undergo in time traces of oxidation, water seepage and humidity, have certainly ...  

Thanks. [nt]

 
 By: Claudio Sacco : October 26th, 2016-02:43

superb superb [nt]

 
 By: lbl559 : October 30th, 2016-07:50