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I was successful in ordering a new bezel, although they are not exactly cheap. Anyway, I will likely swap the bezels and try to have to old one repaired somehow. Thanks for all the suggestions.

I asked Joshua and he said he does not sell the bezel alone. Do you know which dealer will?

Here is the best I could do...top bezel edge...

I'm tryign to take a good one with my iPhone, but it's not showing too well. I'll post something if I get a good shot...

I received my White Themes ROO from Joshua, and it's awesome. I've spend considerable time and $$ getting together the parts for my Franken project, but I ended-up damaging the bezel by bumping its edge . The damage is such an eyesore it's killing me (basically, it's flat-spot on the sharp bezel edge). I don't want to send the watch for mods until I get this problem resolved. Anyone have a similar problem? Suggestions please.

Yea, "TDC" is the source. I pulled the trigger on this one after getting the price down a few hundred and receiving the above pictures. I think I can live with the imperfections.

Please comment on this dial. I've been looking for a gen White themes, but the coloring on this one looks strange.

I think I've decided on the secs@12 case. I really like the White themes ROO with SS bracelet. Does anyone advise against this rep? The franken process will take some time, so she's going to be a straight rep for some of her life. I've read that the lume bakes on the Whites themes. Also, I'm planning on placing the order with Joshua, unless I hear otherwise.

So, in The Zigmeister's glossary, MBW is referred to as, "a direct copy of a genuine Rolex". I see the term used outside Rolex discussion though. Can someone please explain the meaning?

Yes, this is correct. Look under the 'Tools and Parts' section of the forum. Thanks, that's the way I'm leaning right now.

How far along are you? What selections have you made?

luck indeed. Any thoughts about the case, secs@12 or secs@9?

Congrats on your near completion! I've also seen quite a few dials on ebay, but all seem expensive. I hope to catch one at a lower pricepoint.

So, I'm new to this, and I'm sure that will show. Nonetheless, I'm getting started on an AP ROO franken project. I'm going to take my time so that I get most things right on the first go-around. Here is my current status and future plans: On its way: Genuine LWO 283 movement Plan to buy: Gen dial/tachy Gen hands I don't know which rep to buy for the case. Secs@12 or secs@9. I hear they both have their +/-s, but some affirmative direction would be really helpful. I'm not planning to do the mod work personally. My plan is to find a reputable watchmaker in my area, or send the parts to someone on RWG (recommendations welcome). Hopefully, I'm on the right track. Honest truth always appreciated (I want to know what I've got myself into )