Rolex

Dear Purist I want to start a collection of Rolex vitnage diving watch and I don't know where to start, can anyone give me some advice please. As a first attempt, I don't want to spend too much, comex is too much for me. I have in mind: 1680 red sub, 1665... 

As well as the Red Sub, because if you want one complete box and papers, you will have to pay for it. In general, if you don't want to spend too much money, avoid the Rolex Vintage. The Triple 6 SD is a nice compromise. Some will tell you that the fact th... 

Aslo--each example varies in terms of rarity. Saying Red Sub is like saying Daytona. There are Tropical aka chocolate Red Subs, Mark I 's, and later examples with feet first on dial. If you are looking to save money--Vintage Rolex not a good idea. Collect... 

these are wonderful, why not a 5512 or 5513? and as Nic said, 1665 "great white"..another fantastic piece, good luck! Imran

Thanks for the comment, yes you are right, dome plexi glass face gives it a special charm of yesteryears. And I check out the price again, DRSD is a lot of money, red sub is a bit less but still a lot. 5512 and 5513 seems to be good start. I have seen 166... 

I would definitely go for it, but, once again, a complete one would cost the same price than a DRSD without box and papers. The good question is: Are you willing to pay the price for a nice Vintage Rolex? If not, forget it. Best, Nicolas.