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Akira - The overall plan looks good, but I think you would have an easier time finding parts if you use an ETA movement. And what does 'WSO' mean?

You need a standard, 3-hand movement with subsidiary seconds that will fit the Daytona dial/case (you will probably need a spacer ring since non-chrono movements tend to be much thinner than chronos). Once you have the dial dimensions, you just have to locate a movement that matches it (specifically, the spacing between the center cannon pinion & subsidiary seconds pinion). Cement the 2 subdial hands to the dial & you are off to the races.

While being engaged in the sale of contraband goods does make it difficult (but not impossible) to take legal action, it is not difficult to have the perpetrator's internet access cut off. Most ISPs have a 0-tolerance rule when it comes to this type of activity. All that is needed is the proof. If/when that becomes available, the perpetrator could potentially find himself in a world of hurt, at least when it comes to doing business on the internet (until he changes providers).

Nice to see you, Pho. Looks to be mid or late '50s (not 1945) &, as Justasgood said, may have an aftermarket/repainted dial. I would generally go with Justasgood's pricing.

Correct. The purpose of the AD trip is to see/try on the gen, not to show-off/compare your rep.

Difficult to compare a 6239 with a 6263 since they are different watches. The '39 has a non-Oyster case, 6mm Twinlock crown, pump pushers, steel bezel & 72b/722 movement, while the '63 has an Oyster case, 7mm Twinlock/Triplock crown, screw-pushers, plastic bezel & 727 movement.

Personally, I agree.

Bergeon, which is what I use, has been the standard for watchmakers for many years. However, my next set is probably going to be from Horotec, which have earned a reputation for being made a bit better & having tips that last a bit longer. Both companies offer stand & wood box sets

Pull the stem out to the time-setting position & be careful not to depress the stem release button too far in.

Thank you. A couple that missed the hanging

Actually, Rolex modified the 62xx case around 1966 to accentuate the curve below the crown So, beginning in the mid-6239 series, either shape is correct. Otherwise, beautiful watch & great write-up.

No comment. Best way to determine how 'off' your rep is is to visit your local AD (Rolex authorized dealer) & try the gen on. Learn how it looks/feels on your wrist. Operate all the controls so you can get a feel for its fit & finish. Then, when you get home, download a bunch of pics of gens from google & gen watch forums. Once you are familiar with the gen, you will be able to pick out the differences between it & your rep, & you will then be able to judge for yourself which reps contain the fewest inaccuracies or at least which set of inaccuracies offend YOU the least.

A gen crystal makes a big difference in 62xx Daytonas. Had you not had that, I would have said it 'might be a V72-powered franken'. Well done.

Here is the 1 I am wearing now But Daytonas spend most of their time just hanging around

I would remove the incorrect pearl, but nice. Still wearing my Cosmo-bling

Admin is aware that Josh's & Andrew's sites have been under attack, but, unfortunately, there is nothing we can do from here. However, the situation is being looked into.

Right behind you, TT. Just took mine out to dinner Still wearing this

Short of a gen, this is what you want for an MBW 1665 or 5513. Note - while I cannot verify this, some have said that MBW changed their design in the last year or so & some gen parts no longer fit. So if you have a recently made MBW, you might want to check with another member to see if gen-sized inserts fit your watch.

Sounds good. I forgot to add that a gen (rivet or folded link) bracelet will do wonders, too.

Watch on right might be a gen (cannot be certain from that angle).

They recently became even more difficult -- Rolex has officially warned independent members within its service network that they will lose their Rolex accounts if found to be selling parts. While I understand their point, if they really want to curb fakes & aftermarket parts, they ought work out a simple way for independent watchmakers to purchase genuine Rolex parts, if for no other reason than to make aftermarket parts less attractive. They have fallen into the same trap the record companies did in the early days of mp3 downloading. That is, instead of profiting from the sale of more genuine Rolex parts, they are simply directing profits to the aftermarket & fake markets. And I am not just referring to franken-builders, but, also, average gen owners, who cannot rationalize jumping through the official hoops Rolex puts them through just to get a crystal, crown, bracelet part or gasket as I used to do back in the 80s. Once I have finalized the procedure & sorted out some logistical details, I am trying to work out a deal with the lab so others can send them their crystals to be AR'd. Watch this space for further details in the future.

Not sure gen 6263 dial & 'good price' are compatible, unless your definition of 'good' = high. DW's dials vary, depending on what he receives from the factories. His best are about the best aftermarkets I have seen. You might also check out imgod's dials on ebay (he only posts when he has dials for sale). If you want to go the distance, consider replacing the crown on whichever aftermarket dial you use with a gen part, which you will need to source from ebay or any of the gen watch forums.