A mind blowing gathering of Rolex watches.

May 23, 2011,05:48 AM
 

That is what happens when some crazy guys decide to get together...

The show is spectacular.

Let's see that in the detail.

1/ The Military pieces, a nice bunch of some great legends, here:

- 4 Military Tudors, all Marine Nationale, 2 Ref 94010, and 2 Ref 7924.

Here are the unavoidable Big Crowns together:



- The 2 Rolex Submariners sisters ( 5513 Marine Nationale on the left, 5517 English on the right ) :



2/ The Explorers:

2 very nice 6610, and a Freccione 1655.

Here, the 2 6610 side by side:



While the one on the right has a superb brown dial, the other, on the right, has a very interesting particularity, which makes it very rare... The Depth indication is written in red.

Here a focus on this beauty:





3/ A few extraordinary Daytonas...

A very interesting early 16520, which has 2 particularities: A 200 Km / h bezel, and an inverted 6 in the hour subdial:



And what to say about this 6239 Paul Newman, in great shape?







4/ The Pimpy Rasta Milgauss, of course, superb with its Khaki Green Nato:



5/ Less prestigious, but not less lovely, a great 16 760 Fat Lady:





Great patina, unusual thick case, this GMT has a lot of allure.

6/ I kept one of the most spectacular watches for the end... A gorgeous Double Read Sea Dweller MK II Patent Pending, which shows an amazing chocolate dial:









Well, what to think about all these marvels?

That we are very close to THE perfect collection ( there were also a 1675 Gilt, and a superb 6542 ll original and in perfect condition ) :

All the " professional " models were represented, and among them, some unbeatable references, and absolute rarities ( here, I have to mention a 5513 M.N from 68 which certainly deserves such an honorific title ).

Let's hope that our collections will grow up in number and quality, even if it seems to be tough to improve.

Rolex Heaven was in London, this time.

Can't wait for the next gathering.

Best,

Nicolas.


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Pardon my stupidity but the dial on the DRSD appear black rather than chocolate to me.

 
 By: TdotBean : May 23rd, 2011-07:38
Am I color blind or my screen have problems? Best Tyler

I had to do with what I had... :) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-09:52
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No....

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : May 23rd, 2011-09:02
it is definitely chcolate brown.....i've seen it live.

LOL....you sure about that? I meant the lightbox made it look blacker.. :)

 
 By: Miranda : May 23rd, 2011-09:21
BTW...you should get one... and pvd it ! LMAO Just Kidding bro...missin you already

or even...

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : May 23rd, 2011-09:28
get rid of that PP caseback and whack a see-through on it? Liking that.

You've seen it live??? :) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-09:53
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Mindblowing indeed...

 
 By: ocwatching : May 23rd, 2011-07:56
what great examples from Rolex past. Would have loved to see these beauties in person. Thanks for sharing Nico...

Great summary, indeed.

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-08:00
Great summary of great Vintage Rolexes.... Even if some missed, but it may be for another post. To be followed, during our next GTG... Best! Nicolas.

Maybe IGOTT 3 can be London! [nt]

 
 By: Miranda : May 23rd, 2011-08:44
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Defintly mind blowing [nt]

 
 By: grigo : May 23rd, 2011-09:48
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and thank god that you did not. [nt]

 
 By: grigo : May 23rd, 2011-10:13
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OMG

 
 By: DrStrong : May 23rd, 2011-12:51
I am travelling right now, but my jaw just dropped on my laptop ;-) Great GTG, terrific stuff...

Yes , imagine if we took the best of all of our collections! BUT

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 23rd, 2011-17:30
I suspect none of us would want to sell!! ;-) Julian

The first shop where there is nothing for sale. A revolutionnary concept. :)

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-21:42
Now, think about it... You just see someone else's watch, which is THE watch of your dreams. The owner of this dream watch sees, in your collection, a dream watch for him. Trade? Best, Julian.

Here's a revolutionary thought- An online museum!!

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 24th, 2011-17:34
I reckon we could muster a world class collection amongst us Julian

Isn't our Friday Wrist Scan a virtual museum?

 
 By: amanico : May 24th, 2011-21:15
Hmmm... Something to think about, Julian... Best, Nicolas.

Here's a clue.....

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 25th, 2011-00:39

sorry here it is [nt]

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 25th, 2011-00:40
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one more time

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 25th, 2011-00:42
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A Lady's bag? :) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-04:10
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bar of chocolate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 25th, 2011-21:03
I need to imrove my photographic skills

Or me to change my eyes. :) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-21:39
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I know a great eye surgeon..;-)

 
 By: watch-guy.com : May 25th, 2011-22:04
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quite a gatherinig!

 
 By: playtime : May 23rd, 2011-18:03
thanks for sharing J

My pleasure, Jason. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-21:42
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I can see the allure of these vintages

 
 By: fernando : May 23rd, 2011-21:09
The PN & DRSD are my favorites - oh I wish one day. Thanks for sharing with us this incredible GTG. Best fernando

You will come to them, Fernando...

 
 By: amanico : May 23rd, 2011-21:45
I see more than one Vintage Rolex in your collection, my friend. Best, Mme Irma, Nr 1 in Fortune Telling. This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-05-23 21:46:36

That is a dangerous prediction Nic... :) [nt]

 
 By: fernando : May 24th, 2011-01:12
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Stunning Watches

 
 By: Ubik : May 24th, 2011-05:05
I think this is a wonderful post Nico. It was amazing to see and handle so many of these watches on the day, however not being very knowlegable on vintage Rolex, I was painfully aware that I couldn't really appreciate so many of these watches, their histo... 

You're knowledgeable on so many other topics, Eitan ...

 
 By: amanico : May 24th, 2011-07:49
Than we can easily forgive you when it comes to Rolex. There is a nice personal history on the Red 6610, but I will let his owner telling it to you. Something in common between him and me, though, as we were both hunting a 6610. He got this one, I got the... 

You make me blush!

 
 By: Ubik : May 24th, 2011-09:03
As you say Nico it's a "Pandora's Box". But one I'm very happy to open. I would love to hear the story of this "red" Explorer.

Delicious box, even though it is a bit dangerous for the wallet. :)

 
 By: amanico : May 24th, 2011-09:23
As for the 6610 Red, ask his owner, it is worth it. But I'l surte he's reading us, he, the famous Kayzer Sauzé. Best, Nicolas

It is a weird story...

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : May 25th, 2011-05:32
I had been looking for a red depth Explorer for a long time. No joy. A man who makes his living travelling around the world looking for rare vintage Rolex is someone I know quite well. I asked him to keep an eye out for me. He told me that in the last 10 ... 

Great story Baron

 
 By: Ubik : May 26th, 2011-09:42
Since we live our lives telling about the "one that got away" bad beat stories. It's wonderful to hear a story about a dream coming true. I hope you will continue to use this force for good, otherwise I fear for all of us.

Well...

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : May 26th, 2011-09:57
come over to the dark side (vintage Rolex) and lets see?

like Ubik, my eye was caught by the Explorer 6610, may i ask if the Red..

 
 By: KC74 : May 24th, 2011-20:54
..lettering is in Arabic writing as i cannot seem to see clearly from Nico's "Dark" and realistic pictures. They seem Arabic in writing.. Speechless.. How i want to "vintage" my own Explorer now.... Very nice Explorer.

it is still owned by a king, my friend! [nt]

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : May 25th, 2011-05:33
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No. Baron... I'm the Vice Roy, only. :) [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-07:45
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no rest for the braves. :)

 
 By: amanico : May 24th, 2011-21:26
The house is calm, for the moment... You only hear the birds singing, which is pretty rare in a town like Paris, and the sun is rising, giving to the sky a beautiful color. How could I miss that... Best, Nicolas.

Jaw-dropping...

 
 By: i_am_Sam : May 25th, 2011-00:00
Amazing array of Rolex watches... There really is something about the big crown Tudors... The Milsubs.. Really, is there anything else could be said to describe it? The explorers are just amazing tool watch.. The Daytona are just really cool... The rasta-... 

Jaw dropping is a corrrect word...

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-00:06
Seeing all these beauties in the lfesh is certainly an unforgettable moment, Sam... It just gives you some extra bad ideas for the future of our collections. Best, my friend. Nicolas.

I'm pretty sure it is...

 
 By: i_am_Sam : May 25th, 2011-00:13
I'm guessing the Milsubs, or the Daytona, Nicolas? There's something about vintage rolexes .. I'm getting hooked to it... Still considering for my first one... Best, Sam

Milsub is somewhat already done, Sam...

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-04:12
But a Vintage Milgauss, a DRSD MK II, and a Vintage Dayto may well be included... Best, Nicolas.

A vintage milgauss, a DRSD Mk2 Patent Pending and a Paul Newman Daytona.......

 
 By: i_am_Sam : May 25th, 2011-07:53
Would be an extremely great addition, Nicolas.... Best, Sam

The last one – SD MK II…

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : May 25th, 2011-14:36
Dang, why do I like chocolate so much?! It must have been a mind numbing experience to sit at a table with so many stunning watches! Thank you for sharing, Vlad! Best Blomman

Aaah, this one, my friend, is just pure greediness.

 
 By: amanico : May 25th, 2011-14:44
One of those which most impressed me, during this londonian escape... Best, Nicolas.

o m g

 
 By: Reneo : May 25th, 2011-21:31
great shots Nicolas Reneo

this is one of the best Rolex posts I have seen

 
 By: georgeszaslavsky : May 26th, 2011-02:46
Lots of stunning condition and rare vintage models. Thanks again for sharing these great pics amanico. best regards georges

Absolutely amazing Nicolas!!!

 
 By: SteelerFan1965 : May 26th, 2011-05:33

My pleasure. Thank you. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : May 26th, 2011-07:50
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Great collection

 
 By: lclark : June 15th, 2011-16:51
Great photos and what a wonderful collection of amazing watches! They all are in great condition. It's easy to tell they were well maintained and taken care of. When did you first start collecting?

Pandora's box ?.. A month late.. But so enjoyable ! :))

 
 By: hs111 : June 24th, 2011-21:37
Oh boy, OMG .. Just had responded (more on a coincidental note) to your nice view of the Millgauss GV with the unconventional dress-down Nato, then I browsed on - and now this !.. Guess I slowly realize, no - knew, why I have sort of ( subconsciously) avo... 

He He, hs ....

 
 By: amanico : June 24th, 2011-21:46
You may well be in trouble, my friend... These Vintage Rolex are also dangerously addictive. Next time we meet, I will show you some. Best, my friend. Nicolas.

I hoped.. For something like this.. Thus: soft spot :))

 
 By: hs111 : June 24th, 2011-22:18
- So I am aware of the 'terroir dangereux' and very slippery ground ! Already realized a major glimpse of known dangers in your post, and remember certain things which trigger others.. Furthermore, I have recently seen some quite interesting R- things at ... 

beutiful set of sport rolexs

 
 By: steveglenn410 : June 27th, 2011-14:03
i am a sub freak and as such have a few in my collection 1 gilt 5513 1963 1x 200m first matt 1967 and a 1982 matt also in2 my collection i have 2x sub reds for me the best subs ever made a 1958 6204 , a 5512 and a milsub 5517 i would like to share these b... 

Welcome here, Steve.

 
 By: amanico : June 27th, 2011-14:10
Don't worry, it is not too tough to post pics. 1st: Go to Imageshack. Then browse. Then select " Direct Link ". Then copy your picture, and paste it in your post. Seems that you have a great collection! Can't wait to see your pics and to share dome passio... 

Wow...

 
 By: chris4 : June 28th, 2011-00:10
fantastic looking pieces, that double red sea dweller is simply stunning!

so much love... :)

 
 By: Puffy : September 4th, 2012-13:55

And friendship, too. Tha,ks. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 5th, 2012-22:26
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