Mapman57

Thanks. It's an oem Omega strap on deploy. Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

So your saying DW did a midcase that accepts a gen Oem plexi on the rehaut without any mods? Or is that an aftermarket phong plexi? That's the first time I've heard or seen that possibility in many years and scores of builds across all forums. How do you recognise that case then? It seems illogical as the stock DW plexi is a completely different size? Are you sure your case has not been modded by a previous owner? Intriguing ? Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

To install a gen spec plexi to a stock DW midcase and bezel you have two issues As stated rehaut is too small in diameter so can be built up with metal tape to the outside Then the plexi OD is too large for the ID of the DW bezel so you have to trim the inside circumference of the bezel to open it up When yo do this you move the numbers closer to the inside edge! Alternatively install a gen spec bezel also from WSO or other seller in NYC Many gen owners did install a non cyclop plexi which is an easier straight fit mod Orchi did a thread on TRF or VRF Good luck Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

Sorry but I LMFAO Super combo Ubi .....

It's definitely possible! I owned the latest crpo reps, then bought the gen, now wonder why? In time has a decent offer on the v6f now, which is a good entry point? Arguably the noob crpo was the best version, if you can get one and wish to pay a lot more?

Last week I made a Panerai pilgrimage to the beautiful region of Tuscany and in particular to the areas of Firenze, La Spezia and Portofino. You can read more about that in the Panerai forum. During the trip I was able to spend some quality time with my favourite strap makers in Firenze - Distefano straps. Both Simona and Chris could not have been more helpful and accomodating, if you ever get the chance to call in then do so! I was hoarding and buying far too many Panerai related straps and buckles (as it is so easy to do!) when we began to discuss my frustration with my beloved genuine Omega CrPO - in that the OEM straps and deploys were exorbitant in price and limited in style and range (IMHO). Simply put, I had not found anything quite suitable as an alternative. The CrPO is a robust sports/diver watch and needed something equally rugged, but oozing quality and finish to complement it. So after too much debate and examination of many, many 22mm straps, we arrived at the following combinations, which I absolutely recommend to all PO owners - Gen and Rep alike! A key aspect for me was the buckle - gen Omega Seamaster buckles are only available up to 20mm and are quite lightweight in construction. I wanted something that balanced with the lines of the Omega midcase and Simona found a perfect match for me! The finish and chamfered cuts to the surfaces are an amazing, complimentary match to the the case lugs and chamfers on the midcase. As my watch was wearing the OEM black with orange stitch rubber and deploy, we started the day by mounting up an example with that same colour. Can you see what I mean on the buckle finish and style? Then the dreaded 'Panerai malaise' set in................why have one new strap when I could have several? This tan version just complements the orange indices so well - what do you think? .....and is quite in keeping with the original Omega styling highlights. Just cant get enough of the buckle! A couple of wristies of course. And just enough tail.............these DS Saddle straps can be made in a range of standard and custom sizes. One of my new set of straps enjoyed its lunch in Portofino harbour - but who wouldn't? Thanks for reading if you got this far! And just to see if you are really paying attention............

Or perhaps you could just start your collection with a closed case back rep and you do not have to endure the expense and bother of modifying movements etc? There are many great examples out there - try one as a tester. If you like Panerai - you WILL BUY MORE!

What exactly do you need? Many members here will probably have spares in their parts boxes?

The 036 is open case back so the closed back of a 061 is completely wrong? Dial is now sorted but how do you sort the movement issue? I have a nice plated Unitas in my 10d build but I still keep it behind a closed back lol Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

Very nice indeed Out of interest which case back will you use? Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

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With gen crystal, insert and crown [emoji7] V3 TC SEL and v4 TC clasp finished mine off Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

And it's all the real deal [emoji12] Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

Great review many thanks Personally feel it's over priced and quite poor by modern rep standards But it's the only option in town and therefore that drives the price point I guess Maybe upgrading it with a gen clasp is an option Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk

That case and bezel combo is much like my 172 [emoji41] Nice combination of two of my favourite GMTs Sent from my iPhone using Tipitapitalk