Baron - Mr Red
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Do you know what I like about your posts?
I like your watches. I like your taste. But actually, those issues are irrelevant. There is no such thing as "correct taste". Nobody has a definitive word on what is a beautiful watch and what is not. I know my wife thinks all my Rolex subs and SDs look exactly the same. Show her one with a silver dial and she loves it. Different things work for different people....
so, where am I going with this?
It is not so much as I think I am in love with your watches...or that you have the finest example of a watch that i have seen....no. It is that you so clearly love what you are doing and love those watches....your enthusiasm just shines through....and that is what is a pleasure from these forums. The general and widespread feeling that comes from a collector who truly loves his hobby. It is not about how much money something is worth... or how demanded a watch is....or for that matter how perfect a watch is... it is the joy that is shown from owning a watch... and for that trait, I loved your threads.
You do open up an interesting idea on favourite watches.... if i had to take just 3 types of Rolex, what would it be? Really tough..... but:
Sea-dweller 1665
Daytona 6239 or 6238
Explorer 6610 (Red Depth)
probably in that order.....
Great thread by the way....
B
One KING and No Guards... GMT 6542
Hello Friends!! Encouraged by all the kind comments received on my first post here, showing my Three Kings without crown guards, I now wish to introduce each of them. Let´s begin with reference 6542! I have been dreaming for years with this grail watch, w...
Congrats on the new beauty
With such love in the chase she will bring you many years of happiness. Thank you for share this part of your journey. Bill
Congratulations.
A splendid watch, I very much enjoyed the pictures and above all the story on how you came to purchase it. It seems you have caught the vintage virus. Best regards, George
Aaah, another 6542 here!
I am happy to welcome a new 6542 on the forum. You know it, the 6542 is certainly one of my 3 favourite Vintage Rolex. I am completely mad each time I see one. Thanks for these gorgeous pics. Best, Nicolas
Hello Nicolas!...
Thank you for your kind comment! Yes, I well know that the 6542 is one of your favorites, as well as the Submariner. Will you please let me know which is your third favorite? First series Daytonas may be? Thank you in advance for your reply! Best cordial ...
No, no... I have simpler tastes...
Explorers... A nice 6610 makes my day. I would put the Vintage Dayto at the 4th or 5th place, after or before the ... Milgauss. Best, Abel. Nicolas.
Explorers, Explorers!! Hi Nicolas!
Thank you so much for your kind answer! I should have imagined! I love Explorers too, and feel that they are the most underated type among collectors, in spite of its colorful history and in spite of its intrinsic beauty. And the fact that it is a most ha...
I am such a big fan of the Explorer, which explains that I rate it so high.
Now which one, this is another question? 6610 ReD, 6610 Normal, 1016 Gilt or not, 1655 1st Generation straight hand, or 1655 Rail Dial, 16650 CReam Rail Dial or Black Rail Dial??? There are so many competitors to the 3rd rank. Best, Nicolas
That´s a very interesting theme to talk about...
... regarding which one of those references you mention IS the Explorer. In my personal case, I have always been biased in favour of the so called "Explorer I" variants, though I understand that this title encompases several references you mention, includ...
Without forgetting that the patina makes each of them an unique piece. ;) [nt]
No message body This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-01-23 07:36:24
Completely agree with you Nicolas...
... that patina makes each piece unique and marks its own character. Patina is what gives that special charm and mood to a vintage watch. Kind regards, Abel.
Thank you friends!!...
... for your kind comments! I really appreciate them! And they add to the enjoyment of owning this piece! Thank you so much and kind regards, Subexplorer.
Very nice watch !
any additional information about the silver printings on the dial ?
Hello Dr. Strong!! ...
... Thank you for your kind comment, and I´m glad you like it. Regarding what I called "silvr printing", I mean that the inscriptions (minutes rail, around tritm markings, crown, Rolex name and related inscriptions, and crown, etc.) have a silverish hue, ...
Do you know what I like about your posts?
I like your watches. I like your taste. But actually, those issues are irrelevant. There is no such thing as "correct taste". Nobody has a definitive word on what is a beautiful watch and what is not. I know my wife thinks all my Rolex subs and SDs look e...
Passion and love superbly described, Baron. A pleasure to read your words.
It would be difficult to not include your beautiful DRSD(s)... I particularly remember one which staill haunts me... A Chocolate thing... Best, Nicolas
i only have one response to that picture....
...and that is to go and put her on..... There is definitely something about that dial.....
Next time we meet, please bring it with you! Would love to play with it, again.
This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-01-24 06:17:14
Subtle yellowish tritum markers...
... grayish hue on bezel, and a delightfully contrast of red! What a balance of colors! Love it! Kind regards, Abel.
it is a watch
that needs natural light to show the very chocolate dial...... will certainly bring it to next gtg
Hello Baron!!... I should confess...
... that my cheeks turned a bit reddish at reading your so nice & kind compliments! I really appreciate them, and I´m glad I can transmit my passion and gusto, in spite of my shortcomings with my English. I feel that Collecting should be practise...
That is a strong but correct and well put statement. Love the way you said it. [nt]
No message body This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-01-24 13:53:01
About the crown
Don't be sad for your 6542's crown ....... in my opinion (for that matters now) I'm pretty sure that after '58 the crown is without the + This is my 6542 by the way. ;-)...
OMG! A breathtaking specimen, Peppo!
I always thought that the " Crown + " came for 6542 released BEFORE '58... The Charm of these Vintage Rolex lies here... So many uncertain things. Best, Nicolas
Thank you Peppo for your interesting comment, regarding ...
... the correct 6542 crown. Take note of it. Outstanding example of this wonderful reference you got! Thanks for sharing with us! Best cordial regards, Abel. PS: Agree with Nicolas: so many things to know (or not truly known) adds to the interest of vinta...
and moreover guys ........
..........about the things not truly known of Rolex vintage, I think every comment or opinion is welcome in our passion. ;-)