Demsey 9 Posted October 8, 2009 (edited) Edited October 31, 2009 by Demsey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted October 8, 2009 Hey, they got the pusher and subdial spacing just right on that! Nice watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 8, 2009 A real classic look, Dems Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 9, 2009 Geez Demps, Doesn't everybody have one of those? Actually, I really like that one, even if it is rather small. And I kinda like your dial better, also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted October 9, 2009 Just about, they're common as muck around these parts, here's my cheapie... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 9, 2009 Good God Sconey, that belongs in a different thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted October 9, 2009 Good God Sconey, that belongs in a different thread. The gen section? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted October 10, 2009 Good God Sconey, that belongs in a different thread. The gen section? No! I'm thinking the Canal Street Thread. Blahhhhh! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted October 10, 2009 Good God Sconey, that belongs in a different thread. The gen section? No! I'm thinking the Canal Street Thread. Blahhhhh! Wanna buy it? I never wear it... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 10, 2009 The gen section? Sconey, this IS the gen section Damn nice watch Dems. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Massimo 53 Posted October 10, 2009 Just beautiful. Congratulations on a great bit of wristwear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Demsey 9 Posted October 10, 2009 Thanks all! Because I've received a few PM's with regard to where I sourced and the financial set back; The watch was a legacy piece from my father. He has two sons and two Rolex, a 1680 and the 6263. Provided in his will, my brother was to get the Sub and me the Daytona. Because I found RWG in '04 which launched in me a keen interest in watches, my Dad decided to gift me the watch before the inevitable we all face. He said he wanted to enjoy giving it to me, not posthumously. It was an anniversary gift from my mother to him in '72. When she passed that same year he never again wore the watch. So................. I did a good bit of research for insurance purposes and found this piece to be worth about 15-20K. It does have some bracelet damage (dented hollow midlink) and some minor scratches from normal wear on the crystal and clasp. No box, no papers, no history of Rolex service. One thing it does have going for it is a rather rare style of rivetted bracelet that was characteristic of UK market only issued Daytonas. My mother bought the watch in the British Virgin Islands. Not sure why Rolex did that but it boosts the watch's collectability. On eBay I've seen pristine examples with all documentation and service records going upwards of 25-30K at auction. Not bad for my mother's initial investment of $300. She overpaid in '72 by about $50. Those BVI thieves! Hey ho to 1.1, you guys rock! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted October 11, 2009 Dems, lovely watch and a great story/history to go with it. You back on the scene for good now? @Col, I know which section this is, I was just trying to put doubts in KBH's mind...he was having none of it...a $140 rep just doesn't cut the mustard I guess... @KBH...YOU WIN...THIS TIME... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Demsey 9 Posted October 11, 2009 You back on the scene for good now? I'm just here for the emoticons. Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted October 11, 2009 (edited) This is currently the most popular, the Irish dancing head: His tummy must be full of Lucky Charms... Edited October 11, 2009 by AllergyDoc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted October 11, 2009 This is currently the most popular, the Irish dancing head: His tummy must be full of Lucky Charms... Then don't just stand there, slice the begger open! Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
