I sourced a VR3135 balance complete from eBay and it's working great! It has the same purple spring as the one I removed. $20 solution. The balance staff is the first part I encountered that doesn't fit with a Rolex part.
Agreed! I've used Superior Rolex parts for years without issue. Same thing for Seiko forums. If it's not Gen Seiko your watch is not gen unless it has Seiko parts. Good luck telling the difference since no one can tell when they open the watch to service.
I've got a 3135 out of a NOOB Sub with a broken staff. I've tried staffs for a Rolex 3135 and an ETA. Neither fit.
Is there a source for parts or a new movement?