TK471

I was waiting for Rob's response. He just installed a Swiss 7750 for me that was "gummed" up. They're mechanical movements, all of which will need service.

Thanks for the info, Zig.

Looks great. Another vote for the flat black strap.

This is one where I have to wait for actual impressions of members before pulling the trigger. Simply too much that could go wrong.

It would be nice, but I am so skeptical of that site it ain't even funny. Why no pics of the actual watch, for one.

Just received mine today from Andrew-Asian version. 0ne week from order to receipt in US Midwest! Beautiful watch, great service from Andrew and a terrific value. I can't wait to show my watch repair guy and get his opinion, especially on the movement.

I'd be interested to read his impressions.

It's a great looking watch. I've got one, though it's been in service for longer than I've had it in my possession. Seeing your pics makes me miss it that much more.

You're right... it is pretty good. Any chance we can see some of the single numerals to compare? I can't believe I just made such a ridiculous request... but there it is!

She's a beaut. Any word on whether these new Asian movements (I assume this one has the regulator) are any better/more reliable than the old Asian 7750?

What a great looking watch! Congrats.

I just don't think that any of DSNs watches are all that great w/ respect to the gen. Not that they're bad watches per se, just there are a million little niggly flaws that annoy me. You've got a great watch, just enjoy it for what it is.

It's definitely going to need a lume job. They all do. Still it's a pretty great out of the box watch.

Other than the date wheel, which seems to be a little skewed, the watch looks fairly amazing.

Gen crystal will fit. But why not just coat the rep crystal? Cheaper and just as good.

Maybe... but where could I get that done?

The Zigster told me not to waste money on the hands, but I couldn't help myself. Parts ordered are:

1. Gen Dial

2. Gen hands

3. Gen crown and tube

I'm thinking about ordering a gen crystal... has anyone tried to install one? I understand the issue with the bezel, but I'm not sure I'm going to spend $200+ on a plastic lume dot!

Can I see some pics of a fully modded UPO??

It's a great looking strap, but what does it look like on a UPO?

And it's on its way to me from The Zigmeister now.

And here's a list of the mods (so far:)

new ETA 7750 install

GENUINE dial install

hands lume tritium colour

pearl lume

GENUINE crown install

CG lever $10

CG feet filed down to move CG closer to case.-- A new crown guard is on its way, so no problem there.

Only one thing left -- a date wheel.

I can't wait to post pictures for you guys. I'm sorry I kept the gen dial thing quiet for so long, but you know how it goes.

Thanks to Zig for the work, and to "you know who" for the help in pulling the pieces together.

lets just put it this way.. if they can the price down to the mid-high 200's even with incorrect stack it'll be better than 400+ with correct stack to tell u the truth

I won't say "better," because to some that correct stack is extremely important. I will, however, completely agree with your sentiment that, for ME, it is preferred. High 200's, same quality case components and the 2836.

You know, as a rep, I think I'd rather have the incorrect hand stack version of this watch. All the case features and with a movement that, while not perfect, is at the very least a known commodity. I know it's not a true, GMT, but it gives me a second time zone. And it's a rep, after all.

Great pics. Thanks for sharing. Now I just need to try and find one for myself.

Great stuff, Kruz.

Any news on this?? One of the few I'm interested in.

Holy crap, man. Looks amazing.

can we just get back to my original question?

Check my post in the middle of the first page. DSN's 000 has bad dial details, bad crown details and bad crown guard details as compared to the gen.

As compared to other reps, it will have better lume, sometimes better crown guard fit, and pretty good crystal.

Hope this helps.

I am genuinely confused! If Asad's watch is fake, it's one of the best reps I've ever seen. Frankly, I'd always assumed that it was real. It doesn't look exactly like mike, but mine's a J, and there have been some changes.

Weigh in experts.

No problem. Still, Asad's watch (he's been posting on Risti as if it were a gen) looks mighty convincing.