I could be wrong Zig, I should have said I see a lot more 28xx series than 27xx for at the parts houses. You I'm sure know better than me
Vyldog, my 2846 is also very quiet in my 1665.
I've got one of the new dials and case back coming to put on an older generation DSN 201A along with a non-AR crystal swap. I'll let you know when it's done and post some pix but someone must have one in hand by now.
A folded 9315 would probably be original to a 1680 but those are even harder to find one in good condition than a 93150.
I'm of the mind that a good correct rep bracelet isn't so terrible. The fliplock 93150 that comes with new MBK 1665's now are quite nice and I think TTK can source just the bracelet. I have both gen and rep bracelets on my watches and prices are getting so absurd for parts these days I'd rather that money go towards another watch. Just my .02
You can always step out form the pack and get a silicone strap and logo buckle for about $50 or a G10 NATO for $20 and call it a day
Well if you have a dial, that's a big step. You should ping Carlsbadrolex about a base case, he recently bought a Jewelryandwatch complete Tudor sub but had some quality issues with it which I think he worked through. I'd drop a slow beat 2846 in there too if the gen hands will fit it.
Good luck on the project!
The 9041 is one of my favorite watches too, here's my genuine
Thanks Dvn,
The cost comes from the cases being very accurate and are made in small quantities, it also has genuine pushers and crystal on it and is powered by a valjoux 7734 movement (same as the gen). Those gen parts alone are at least half the cost not to mention the labor to put it together and servicing of the movement.