freddy333

Great pic & I am guessing you have a nice stereo attached to that preamp.

Remember that gen makers (like Invicta) have relatively good QC, while rep makers do not. While exceptions do occur, it is nonsensical to expect all rep watches to feel/function the same as their gen counterparts. This is why it is always a good idea to replace the tactile parts of a rep with gen parts. The only way to assure that buttery feel of a Rolex crown is to (properly) install a Rolex crown/tube. But keep in mind, also, that part of that 'feel' comes from the fit-&-finish of a Rolex movement, which an ETA or Asian copy can mimic (to varying degrees), but not fully copy.

Click me.

Replace the tube &, if also worn, crown.

Yes, Phong's lug engravings are well done, but do not get me started on his Canal Street-like Comex casebacks.

Could be the keyless works or, if a Rolex model, a worn crown. The inner, hex-shaped section that holds the stem fits into complementary hex-shaped hole in the outer spring/plunger assembly. Over time/with use, the hex edges tend to become rounded, which allows the 2 sections of the spring/plunger assembly to 'jump' as the watch is wound, which feels like something is slipping during winding. A common problem on vintage gen crowns. Only fix is to replace the crown or plunger assembly with a donor from another crown (read this).

Ordinarily, I do not like rubber or cloth straps on sports watches. But most of Rolex's recent models are way too blingy & I cannot bring myself to brush the GMTIIC's polished links. So the 'B is a nice compromise, even if it does detract from the overall appearance of the watch. I have to say, however, that the white Everest on the white EXII is stunning for casual wear (I would never try to pull-off a rubber band with a suit)

You fit the watch's original clasp & end links to the ends of the B strap. Here is the gen B on my GMTIIC

Well done. Unfortunately, I got 1 of the 1st gen straps B put out & paid the price.

Welcome back & I hope the bouncing resulted in something positive.

2 day delivery time is extraordinary, unless you paid for overnight shipping, in which case your seller is late. In any case, congratulations on your 1st. Better start looking for a part-time job to support your new habit.

Connery could wear a Rolex-signed banana & it would look cool. On just anyone else, a vintage Sub/striped strap worn with formal wear just looks silly (speaking empirically).

Wearing my Bond Sub today, but shown here on a friend with a much nicer wrist

Missing engravings between lugs & you are taking for granted (without proof) that the gen parts are in fact gen. The price is better than some of the more well known sources, but it lacks important details. Were it me, I would put a band-aid on your bump & keep moving.

The style of this crown is 702 (note the close proximity of the 3 dots to the crown - they are further apart on the 703/704). I would not worry about the underside crimping since it is not seen. Unfortunately, those 3 dots look (as best as I can tell from his dark, shadowy pics) a bit too wide, which is a hallmark of an aftermarket Triplock.

I have been using a mid-level Dremel for a number of years & my only complaint is that the cord can get in the way. If/when I have to replace it, I will probably get the cordless version. Beyond that, just make sure to plan ahead & gather all the tips you will need for the job at hand. Even Sears sells compatible tips/tools for the Dremel.

Hard to tell with certainty, but, based on his pics, the use of the word 'possible' in his title & the fact that all of his previous sales are marked private (though some of the buyer comments reference non-watch items), I would not bid more than you would be willing to pay for a used aftermarket crown (& do not be surprised if you receive a broken crown at that).

I had to remove a bit of metal around the inside circumference of my WatchNY bezel to fit a gen T21. But, if done carefully, the results are excellent

Way too many (similar) pics, but, nice work on the watch. I do think the lume is too yellow & the 'age/wear' of the insert (which appears to be popping out around 30) does not match the relatively new-looking bezel/case &, as someone else suggested, the crown does look a bit odd.

Ending the work week wearing my aryan 'Master

Can you post a head-on shot of the caseback?