Who said that a big crown always beats a small crown?
This is absolutely wrong! Look at thsi evidence. The Big Crown is in a delicate situation, as it can be " eaten " by any of these 2 small crowns... Checkers are merciless... Best, Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-04-07 22:19:25...
Very clever, Nicolas...
took me a few minutes to see it ;-) All three are lovely. I know the big crown is usually the most desirable, but I think I'm about to start a search myself in anger for a nice 5508. Cheers Tony
The appeal of the no crownguard Subs...
Yes, my friend, you should try to find a nice one. 5508 or 6536, it doesn't really matter. A nice No crownguard Sub is really something! All the best in your hunt, Tony. Nicolas
Definitely. Gorgeous chocolate dial. BUT
Your BCs are far from being ugly, too... Best, Nicolas
And what better
than one 5508 on each wrist. Yes, the Big Crowns have the popular appeal, but actually I think these 5508/6536 have immense character and charm. Beautiful.
They don't play in the same league, Baron.
The small crown plays the card of elegance and discrete charm, while the BCs play on the register of strenght, power, machism... Well, I think we need both of them. Best, Nicolas
who's turn is it to play?
did I miss something or did you add a second SC?... As you said the BC and SC have different personalities!... And you could add one...the 6542!... Matt
I don't remember... ;)
No, the 2d small crown is not mine, but I am taking care ( and pics ) of it for a good friend. I wouldn't play with the 6542, it is not a Submariner. Or, if I had to play waith, I would also have to use the 6610... And the 1016. Best, Nicolas
Difficult to tell which one is the winner Nicolas...
... you know, the three have the unique charme of no guards cases, and in chess... you know... it all depends in the next movement of your adversary! Wouldn´t bet my money in a winner here! And regarding the 6542, surely it is not a Sub... but for sure is...
Well, I am waiting for my adversaire's next movement, patiently. ;)
They are all winners, here. My 2 favourites? Certainly the 6542 and the Tudor BC, but I would not forget some real outsiders such as my Explos... All the best, Amigo Mio. Nicolas.
Hola, Hermano!
Always aim for the best, eh? Superb examples of NCG Subs! That's why I love vintage subs, there are so many where to choose from, the devil is in the detail! Best regards. René
Trying to build a collection around the thema of Vintage Rolex Subs
Is just an utopy... First, there are some holy monsters, such as the Big Crowns 6538 / 6200 / 5510, or Tudors 7922 / 24. Then, if you're not dead, not yet, you will have to fight with the no ( small ) crownguards, and there, you have some pure beasts, too...
My dear friend...
You just wrote the whole Rolex Sub biodiversity perfectly! (I think there's some ressemblance with endangered species) So you have to be very careful when diving into those sub waters! Me? First save some funds, then try to learn more and make up my mind ...
To choose just one???
I would be curious to know which one will be your choice! But you are fundamentally right. Just one is the good decision. The one which sums the spirit of the watch in the best of the ways... Hmmm, that is my kind of exercize! Un abrazo, amigo. Nicolas
Depending on the funds...
A nice, simple and "honest" 1680 white, or, with a "little" more $$$, a gorgeous 5513 or 5512 PCG, chapter ring, gilted. Of the holly monsters, BC, NCG, SC, etc etc... not even think about it! I'll keep enjoying yours in your beautiful pictures, as well a...
A very nice 5513 PCG Gilt is a superb choice.
Yes, that is a choice I would recommend. All is there, from the sensuality to the power, from the refinement to the fascination, all is here! Best, HErmano Azteco. Nicolas aka Pachacamac.
I followed your way of thinking my friend ;)
All is there! Best hermano Pachacamac. René aka "El Tajín" (The Thunder in totonaco language)
what a great question...
....if it could only be one? Uhhhmm....ouch. I think this would be a theme for a post...but lets make it broader..."Your "only 3" Rolexes are?"
Now it would be easier...
To sum a Rolex Collectionin 3 watches only is not an easy thing, as we have to make some compromises which will be the reflect of our own journey, taste and education. 2, that is easy: Tudlor 7924, and Rolex 6542. As they are way above all the others I ow...
my three are ...
1) 1665 2) PN 3) 6610 Small gap between 1 and 2. Big gap between 2 and 3. I think if i owned a 6538 perfect gilt, that would be a big challenge for a medal.
Yes, a Big Crown would put your tiercé down. ;)
And not sure the 6610 would be the victim... Best, my friend. Nicolas This message has been edited by amanico on 2012-04-09 11:44:50
Submariners as a collection theme, means sailing in very...
... turbulent waters, once you begin your search for "something else" beyond a run of the mil 5513, which is a wonderful watch indeed, but just the starting point in any Submariner collection. With turbulent waters, I mean that a collector will be navigat...
I have the feeling it is easier with GMTs than with Submariners.
Let's face it, there are way more " hot references " in the Submariner than on the GMT family. One illustration: With the price of a 6200, you can almost get all the GMTs you want: One 6542, a 1675 PCG CR, one Underline, one Exclamation Dot, one Military ...
Yes Nicolas, well said... you confirm my words, that to navigate...
... Submariner collecting means crossing troubled waters! A beautiful & marvellous model though! Happy those who can collect it in a serious way! Un abrazo afectuoso, Abel.
Very original
Nicolas, your posts are simply AMAZING! Not only are your Rolex's mouthwatering but you come up with very original ways to display them! Perhaps we can play checkers together soon in Paris, but that means I have to get going on my journey of finding a nic...