freddy333

Eeeeeek! You just scared the (neighbor's) cat!

Where are the pics of your 2 frankens? As SSTEEL pointed out, do not use the forums for backdoor sales.

I cannot answer your question, but, in general, most smaller shops tend to be rep-friendly. Your best bet is to google watchmakers in your area & phone them to find out.

Well done.

Search out the 'powdered graphite' thread & give it to your watchmaker. To date, none of the treated watches have failed.

I think some of us have entirely too much free time.

Wore my OPD today

Love this pic. It caught my eye during the wristies. I know how much goes into these '42s & this perfectly typifies what is possible if you have the testicular fortitude (& cash) to stick with it.

Buy the seller before..............

Good, clear macros pics of the date wheel & related components &/or the movement model be very helpful, but also check to be sure you have the correct date wheel & calendar ring for your specific caliber & that the ring is fully seated onto the pillar.

It works for me, too. Good luck.

Wore this out to a late breakfast (the watch,too)

Make sure the stem is perpendicular to the case where it exits.

Love the watch, but lose the strap. Keep it on the jubilee.

Ending the work week wearing my beater

36mm, for a Rolex, unless you're a trend-conscious fashionista (as opposed to a gentleman with classic style), is not petite. While I prefer more vintage models, there is nothing wrong with that Explorer. I say sate your desires.

(modded) MQs

When dealing with non-gens, I would not assume anything. The only way to know what fits your particular case is to try it. Sometimes a gen or aftermarket tube will fit perfectly, more often you may need to re-tap threads to make them fit (the crown must fit the tube, not the case).

Depending on age, the 6263 was fitted with either Twinlock (early) or Triplock crowns (later). Golds will be pricey, so be prepared. Tube should match whichever crown you use (the part of the tubes that screw into the case are the same). Typically, the crown seller will have tubes, or you can get them from most of the watch parts houses.

Ditto alligoat.

Have you tried the Search (upper right corner of every page on RWG)?