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The original James Bond Sub [Pic Heavy]

TheSociety

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There is just something gravitating about reference 6538 - aka the "James Bond" sub. It was the watch that got me into Rolex and ultimately vintage Rolex. Hope you guys like this build!

There are several variations to this ref. including Gilt or silver hands, silver or red triangle, white or silver and large or small seconds hand - among others dial variations. I included one shot of my personal watch to show a slightly different variant. Both beating with genuine Rolex Caliber 1030 movement - the same ones these rare big crowns originally come with!

To me, the big crown is just the ultimate Bond watch! No other Bond watch of later years can match!

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esco

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absolutely stunning... beautiful photos to top it off!
 

Mendota

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Gorgeous. The 6538 and 5510 are my absolute favorite references. I would love to, and fully intend to build one of these someday.

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Bart Cordell

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They are beautiful mate !
Add gens Brevet crowns would be a big improvement.
 

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Sick as usual...
 

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Would you mind making a breakdown on what parts are used?
 

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Beautiful. Those dials...
 

Mendota

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I agree with you. I might build a 5510 next since they're rarely built and is actually extremely rare!


It doesn't just tell time. It tells history.
Genuine Movement Rolex Builds Thread
https://forum.replica-watch.info/threads/what-makes-it-tick.365793/
Since the 5510 used a 15xx movement, that might make it a little easier to find a movement for the build, wouldn't it? When I'm ready, I'm definitely reaching out to you for help with the build. [emoji106]

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TheSociety

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Would you mind making a breakdown on what parts are used?

Sure thing bro

TheSociety Dial / Insert / Pearl / Case set
MQ Crown
GEN Rolex Caliber 1030 (serviced by my Rolex master watchsmith)
GEN Rolex Handset
Swiss Crystal (NOS)
Aging by me and case has been polished several times to ensure the best appearance.
 

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Amazing watch build! Stunning.
 

johnlogan

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There is just something gravitating about reference 6538 - aka the "James Bond" sub. It was the watch that got me into Rolex and ultimately vintage Rolex. Hope you guys like this build!

There are several variations to this ref. including Gilt or silver hands, silver or red triangle, white or silver and large or small seconds hand - among others dial variations. I included one shot of my personal watch to show a slightly different variant. Both beating with genuine Rolex Caliber 1030 movement - the same ones these rare big crowns originally come with!

To me, the big crown is just the ultimate Bond watch! No other Bond watch of later years can match!

669cb5ee9518b4cd5ccb8ef66ad00838.jpg
b6e621a84930e0724caba60d916c9a59.jpg
65620241e41e8a7f12c804d0840b39a1.jpg
e8717502012e582a36cad0d6e4053f19.jpg
34c3b0df90331e4978f0cf6f67ff761e.jpg
041f5ce268b6b2835f11a555d74df1c4.jpg
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df8e320b8dd249b43ec127227568b55b.jpg



It doesn't just tell time. It tells history.
Genuine Movement Rolex Builds Thread
https://forum.replica-watch.info/threads/what-makes-it-tick.365793/

I just love these pics & pieces ! Just check out that movement :para:
 

SuperLory

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6538 and 5513 are the best references out there for subs. full stop

and these are the pinnacles