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He didn't work yesterday on account of him turning a year older Ken

I have just recieved pics of my franken from Domi...I am very pleased.. It has taken nearly a year now to ource all the parts and get this built but Domi has done a great job getting everything to gel together ... fantastic work once again from Domi I will update pics once its on its new boots.....

Mid-week & I am wearing my Aryan 'Master again

We're in the air, or the sea, but ..... Under the surface. Rolex Explorer II History. In 1971, Rolex launched the Explorer II (ref. 1655). This watch tool, incorporated a large orange needle for a 24-hour display, bezel engraved and graduate. Only sold with stainless steel case and black dial. The needle always remained Synchronized 24 hours with the hours ... in other words, the Explorer II 1655 was not a clock "GMT", since it could not be adjusted independently needle 24 hours .. The hand 24 hours - is used to indicate whether the time refers to AM or PM example 10 hours or 22 hours, combined with 24-hour graduated bezel, especially useful for cavers, that spend most of their time in dark caves , resulted in losing all sense of day or night. For the design and size the Explorer II 1655, was remarkable in its release. Due to the large orange needle 24 hours, was nicknamed "Freccione" (arrow) by Italian collectors. In the black sphere model, the needles create the "ghost" that effect is achieved by painting in black the tail mimicking well with the black color of the field and therefore not see a clear connection between the arrows and cannon of needles, so that appear to "float" on the dial. Here are the two versions of the Explorer II 1655: The first version (1971-1974). Needle stick seconds Second version (1974-1985). Needle seconds blip In 1985 and 1655 the reference disappears place is occupied by the Explorer II ref: 16550. Although still 40 mm in diameter, this Rolex was radically different from the previous model, as the 24-hour hand was now decoupled from the hours, making the clock hand could move 24 hours in 1 hour, independent hour hand. In other words, 16550 Explorerr II could now be used as a clock "GMT" In addition, the design of the dial and hands was changed, leaving almost no resemblance to the Explorer II 1655. 16550 Explorer II now had the typical skeleton Rolex in the hands (known as "Mercedes") and a red GMT hand with a smaller triangle. There were two options, white or black. The glossy bezel looks bigger and bolder numbers bezel engraved with a deep .. Interestingly, some of the first 16550 tubieron a failure in the paint mixture, so that the white dial, eventually became Cream (Known as the "Dial Cream" Explorer II). The black dial version sometimes developed a "spider web" effect due to other faults in the mixture of paint: "Cream "Explorer II 16550: "Spider Web" Explorer II 16550: Production of the Explorer II 16550 lasted only three years: In 1989 16550 reference disappears and gives way to the reference 16570 almost like the previous model, also with black or white dial, same needles, same size, but the end is added armis closing or security tab as the previous model was smooth Explorer II 16570 In the year 2011 marks the 40th anniversary of the birth of the first Explorer II reference 16570 disappearing and presenting at the Basel fair of that year the reference 216570 an Explorer II adapted slightly in size, to the "demands" of a sports watch of the century, the box goes just about 40 mm to 42mm, while keeping the ratio of typical lines Oyster case maxidial incorporates the "hands and indices larger" third needle GMT All times increases the size clearly referring to the 1971 original model. Now let's take a closer look at the replica Rolex Explorer II 216570 of the Noob: - Steel case 42 mm x 13mm high - Automatic Movement Asian 2836 28800 bph - Sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating on 2.5x cyclops equal to Gen. - Semi-invisible crown engraved on the glass at 6 (same as Gen) of the best I've seen. - Sphere and arrows with Super lumen (surprisingly) in blue as Gen. - Steel Armix 316F (the best rolex bracelet so far) l - New style flip-lock closure (super high quality) - Space between 21mm handles box Carved from a single block of steel with a satin finish and polished Oyster Box usual compliments the background thread and fine striations characteristic profile. .................. ..............................

I suspect that like me everyone else is happy to be patient. Many of us have been waiting for a quantum leap in Pre-V dials like this for years. Thanks for your continued heroic effort. No one is going anywhere.

Good morning

Temporarily wearing this beautiful Seamaster that arrived from Bamcky2k today before it makes it's way across the pond.

Thank you all for your comments. I shoot with a Samsung PL140 which is a basic point and shoot, but as you say, it may be that I am not using it properly. I'll take the time to read the manual and I'll try shooting more pics. After reading your comments I realize I should take not two or three pics but two or three dozens, until I hit the right ones. I'll post new pics in a week or so, and you can judge my work. Cheers.

It looks ok, but as soon as the 1st (inevitable) scratch appears, which reveals the underlying steel, the watch becomes a door stop.

^^^ that is what she said! Lol

Generally from what I have seen, yes they do tend specify if a particular version is a "Noob version". I don't believe there is a TD who has any kind of exclusivity when it comes to Noob watches however there can be various TD's with stock from different batches, versions, etc.

Just noticed my first post here was in a scotch thread. This is why I can't have nice things.

I got the number of a guy named Victor in Mississauga from someone in another forum. He claims he is a fair, honest, skilled and very knowledgeable watch repairman. He can apparently get gen parts and replace them on your rep watch as well. Can't vouch for him personally, but I always thought that someday when I have an issue I would give him a call and try him out. Whoa no personal phone numbers on the forum thanks, get the OP to PM you....Ken Let me know if you try him and he works out for you!