Blackwind

Thanks for the info! So any estimated prices?

A "1" and a "2"? Seriously. The less educated on watch movements...like me, would love to know.

Had there been a PAM guide 6 months ago I would have saved a lot of time on research!!

I have researching for several month now the best option on rep or homage watches patterned after Panerai Marine Diver watches, both base model and sandwich versions. My primary interest has been to find the very best PVD case and Swiss ETA movement I can find. In searching for that, this site came up ...so I joined. Hopefully in my quest to find the perfect marriage of parts and movements, I can buy the watch I'm looking for. Several key factors for what I'm seeking..... -PVD case and buckle -AR sapphire crystal -Swiss ETA movement, prefer Swiss Unitas 6497 -unbranded (rep is acceptable but just have not found the BEST of breed yet) -SuperLuminova In my search I have received guidance to: * find the best pam111h available along with the movement I want (I have been looking for a gen) * Find the best PVD coating service I can locate (believe I have located a great service for $270) * Locate a creditable and capable watchmaker/builder in the US (Believe I have found a Few Good Men so to speak) I humbly accept guidance and assistance in my quest! And that ladies and gentlemen...is my intro. Regards

Steppen..you are correct...I am looking for mechanical watch cases...not the wee softie you protect it in. Thank you! I will shoot him a PM when I have a chance! I have a great passion for watches and I believe it would assist me greatly for personal projects of both reps, fantasy and homage watches to have those type of parts on hand. Now...to find a decent watch "smith." I hear this vaccum person is pretty good.

Now that Jimmyfu cases are no longer available......what are some of the best cases being produced presently? I'm looking to buy a few for future projects.

So where EXACTLY can one send off parts to acquire this kind of work? And what are the cost?

Wow....shot an email today...and he already responded! I'm impressed. Now to get the ball rolling for a build.

What precisely are Josh and Andrews URL for their sites?

Why so many price variants on Trustytimes? Due to movements used? I'd love to order from DSN but get no responses to queries.

Very nice! Are these still available?

Very nice! I'd personally would be proud to own such a fine piece.

Can't wait for these to be available. Have been researching a while for a Marine Diver Pan homage/rep and found info on DSN on another forum.