Another one from the late 60’s

Oct 28, 2021,04:40 AM
 





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When the Rolex Turn-O-Graph became the “Thunderbird “

 
 By: Bill : October 25th, 2021-19:03
Also in 1953, the United States Air Force established the USAF Air Demonstration Squadron, better known as the Thunderbirds. Based at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, the Thunderbirds Squadron takes its name from the mythological creature prominent in indig...  

Here is mine from the 60s

 
 By: Cozmopak : October 25th, 2021-19:31
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Nice!

 
 By: amanico : October 25th, 2021-21:12

Great post dear Bill!! I’m very fond of the Turn-O-Graph and…

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 27th, 2021-19:26
T- bird model which I think never caught the attention it deserved among Rolex users and collectors. I had been always fascinated with the connection of this watch with the celebrated air team Thunderbirds. Probably because I witnessed their only visit to...  

Spectacular collection of 1625 Thunderbirds. Wow.

 
 By: Bill : October 27th, 2021-21:41
They are all in awesome condition. Mine i worn daily for 17 years as a one Rolex guy. Thanks for sharing. Bill

Thank you so much Bill for your kind compliments!

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 28th, 2021-13:10
My pleasure to share them here. Interesting to know you have been wearing your watch continuously for so long. I feel the TOG is an ideal daily wearer. Have a beautiful day and keep enjoying your nice T-Bird so much! Abel

Ha ha ha!! Of course I understand you dear Bill. Your Rolex collection is superb and we have been enjoying your watches through your shots and through the many...

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 28th, 2021-22:59
... interesting posts sharing your knowledge on different aspects of them. I share your love for the Brand being an owner of Rolex since 1966 when I was presented my first one by my parents: a ref 5513 Submariner. Keep riding that roller coaster and enjoy... 

Another one from the late 60’s

 
 By: marcD : October 28th, 2021-04:40
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Thanks Abel

 
 By: marcD : October 30th, 2021-14:32

My big pleasure Marc!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : October 30th, 2021-19:46

How's it running . . .

 
 By: Dr No : October 30th, 2021-18:15
. . . now that our mutual watchmaker serviced it?

It’s running great Art..

 
 By: marcD : October 30th, 2021-18:25
about 5. Thanks again for the connection.