Ephry73

The 93250 only comes with solid endlinks. What the previous posters have mentioned is that your rep bracelet is a mismatch of different style bracelets to product a 93150 styled bracelet. I have seen a few like this and actually have similar links to yours that came in an explorer 2 build.

Should not rust. I have taken several TC bracelets (93160 and 93250 all versions) diving is salt water with no issues. Not even rinsing for hours afterwards. Could just be oxidized dirt. 3m green pad to rebrush if needed. Soak the bracelet in soapy water an let it sit. Then use a gentle nail brush and see what happens.

Sub on NATO for me

I know man. If I stay on the WG surrounds, then things can be simple. TC dial and hands and TC movement and just use alcohol to remove the print. 

At 27.3-5mm is hard to find ETA dials with the correct 16:9 date window. 

Not sure

As I just got back from vacation and saw numerous nice watches as well as getting compliments on my 16610 hybrid(yes, even from the security guard at the AD) I still have this idea to build a top shelf parts sterile 16800. I know this may seem crazy or ridiculous to some, but for me it makes sense for a daily beater and no issues watch.

I know where to get all of the parts, except for a decent non-white gold surrounds eta dial with decent date window beveling. I could always buy a 1680 or 1665 dial and remove the writing. The dial needs to be gen dimension, as to fit in an ST3035 case and look correct.

Does anyone have any sources?

Order of installation:

Case

Crystal to gasket

Press the crystal/nylon gasket combo onto case by hand. Should feel it click at least

Press retainer ring around nylon gasket against the case with a crystal press (use M die for this)

Add click spring, then spring washer

Press bezel onto retaining ring assembly

Press insert an ensure it is aligned to markers correctly. Enjoy!

Even more inspiration to get mine going. I do love the 16610, but seeing samples like this one of a 16800, just fuels my desire for another one even further. Thanks for sharing. E

I have received complete watches wrapped in toilet tissue. Tightly mind you.

My favorite was an old movement I bought last year that came wrapped in two feminine pads. Luckily the pads were unused. Both instances have been from eBay purchases.

You can try mambujishi or HelenaRu

Raffles time also comes to mind.

If you want/need to have something gen like, then contact TC for a complete sterile setup minus dial. His 2824-2 movement is pretty darn good and has the correct cannon stack height.

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Update on ST cases, I just got back from my dive trip and CAN confirm that the cases are gen like in every way. Dove to 75 feet with the 16610 on and no issues whatsoever. Sturdy and resilient. Also went down with the 6309 on a separate dive and had a blast.

With the 16610 walked into the AD and not one issue

It doesn't look hideous. That said, maybe a black or navy blue one would blend better. The fit looks awesome. E

How's Aruba Ricardo?

Find some 580 end links to fill the lugs a little better.

Really? That is great news!

Not bad at all.

What Sneed said.

I feel you were sold a dud. The TC case back should fit the 295 die with no issues. Return to amazon for a full credit. Get one from ofrei or the RWG store. E

The ones from eBay require you to tap the case, but the construction is very good and gen like.

I like the white dial for sure

I'll bring the beer!

^^^ that is what she said! Lol

Nice!

Where does one get that case?

Should be able to slide one finger under. You can use the clasp for final adjustment. At least on an oyster type bracelet.