And we're back! This week, we've gone ahead and found you some absolutely remarkable things, truly. You know, we love a meters-first 5513 Sub as much as the next guy (oh, btw we've got one of those this week and it's awesome), but so much of what we believe in is appreciating the little guys, and finding value where others do not. So today we have some very rare pieces that may not impress the girls at the bar or the guys at work, but believe us, walk into a room full of watch nerds with one of these guys and you're a king.
1960s Rolex Submariner 5513 (Meters First)
Okay, we'll do this one first. It's a killer 5513, meters first, dating to the late 1960s. It's about as nice as you're going to find, with a thick, even case, and beautiful vanilla patina to the dial and hands. Get it while you can right here.
1950s Philip Octagon With Two-Tone, Mirrored Dial
Now this is a really, really beautiful, unusual watch. Made by the Philip Watch Company during the Swiss watchmaking industry's hey-day, it features a hardly worn octagonal case in stainless steel with a stunning cross-haired, two-tone mirrored dial. This watch is all about design and quality, and the angles on this case are razor sharp, the dial unmarked, and it even has the original sticker on the case back. You will not find another like this, and though it's a little on the small side (maybe a great watch to give to your sig other and "borrow" on the reg?), it offers a lot for the price. Find it here.
1950s Telda Split-Seconds Chronograph In Solid Gold
You want a real watch without spending a ton of money? This 1950s Telda is practically impossible to beat. Why? This is a split-seconds chronograph, from the 1950s, in solid gold, for less than than price of a new Daytona. While Telda isn't exactly a hot brand at the moment, that's just because we never see them. And in fact, this watch features a modern-wearing 38 mm case and the same split-seconds movement you'll find in those $50,000 split-second Breitlings – the Venus 185. This is a superb watch with so much going for it, and it won't last long. Find it here.
1970s Patek Philippe Reference 3597/2 Beta 21
The Beta 21 ain't your average quartz movement, and this reference 3597 Patek ain't your average quartz watch. The Beta 21 is considered the holy grail of quartz movements, developed by the highest echelons of the Swiss watchmaking industry in response to Seiko's quartz movements; the Beta 21 found homes inside the like of Rolex, Piaget, and Patek Philippe. It was enormously expensive, selling for many times the average mechanical Patek Philippe in the 1970s, and these have become absolutely iconic watches to collectors. Hell, even two of our guests on Talking Watches own similar watches. They are that good, and that special. Oh, and the one we've found has full boxes, papers, original certificate, Patek buckle, and original bracelet. Find it here.
More Watches
We've also found you some great other chronographs and one exceptional Rolex Day-Date – white gold, bark finish, in Italian. This is about as hot as it gets. Check out all available watches right here.
Oh, And Some New Awesome Travel Cases!
As always, we're working away on bring you guys the very best in wristwatch accessories and travel gear. Today we're thrilled to launch some new hotness. The first includes these four watch leather rolls in camo. They're super fly and available here.
Next, we have a super, super nice two-watch case that was the result of many requests by you guys. This watch features two distinct compartments, to protect a watch from hitting another, and is perfect for any watch on a structured bracelet.
This one comes in three different options: grey textured leather, or super soft, supple calf leather in black or brown. Find it here.
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