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Thanks, R, it's kinda fun to wear but I'm already contemplating Rev. 2...

Fantasyland...

Actually going to have to replace the crystal due to a small crack. This is the type that does not have a removable bezel so I ordered a tool to remove the crystal. Hopefully I can match up something...

The "2 mm" springbars require about a 1.2mm hole. These holes may be a hair too big for the solid bars as well as they are around 1.75mm, or so, IIRC. But, it's good practice and probably wouldn't be that noticeable on the wrist with NATO strap.! Some of the Milsubs used the solid bars...

I appreciate it, Chi-Dude! This dial is similar to another I have but my other one does not have the Rose Logo and is gold-tone.

Are you going to fit solid lug bars?

Knowing that I'm a fan of things 34mm, Chiman laid some remains on me that he had left over after a movementectomy. I finally got around to making something out of it and thought I'd share. I received a gen case, crown, dial, and hands but opted to go with aftermarket hands as the gens just didn't "grab" securely. I had an ETA 2801 left over from the Timezone Level 1 course so I decided it would be a perfect time to use it even though this watch is supposed to be an automatic. Discovering that the hands would have no clearance over the dial markers I changed the pinions and wheels to taller parts (still available and same as 2836, etc.) so the hands would clear the markers. I machined a movement spacer and bolted everything together and I'm pretty happy with the results. Even though I dislike straps I decided this wouldn't look right on a bracelet so I snagged a generic strap with deployment clasp from fleabay. All-in-all it's a nice looking watch and after a little research found the model had a nice history. Apparently the 7809 was officially issued to members of the British North Greenland Expedition 1952-54 (although with different dial) and received accolades from those who wore it in the harsh environment they encountered. I also discovered pictures with expedition specific case back engraving although I don't know if they were all engraved or if it was done on an individual basis. Here's a few quick pics...

They are great as beaters and "victims" to practice modding on. I was always more at ease practicing on a $30 watch opposed to a $300 watch!

Borel also has them and they are a lot easier to get along with...

F, I'm proud to know you! They would have planted me on about day two...

Wake up everybody!!!

Beautiful view, F, thanks!

C.mon, F, we need a wristie from the top!

Since the woof has deserted Tudor today I feel compelled to wear this...

Nanuq will be proud of you, but it is a bit light for his tastes!

Let there be light...

Zero. My first rep was an a21j Daytona with running seconds at 6:00 and my second was a Noobmariner...

Well, this is my "Saturday"...

Speaking of the Dragon, my youngest son and I flogged it to death last summer...