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  6. 6538 Parts Advice

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Good afternoon,

    I bought a modded 6538 the other day. It is based on this watch http://www.helenarou.com/6538-homage-connery-bond-sub-watch-with-eta-2836-elabore-65382836.html

    Anyone have experience with this case set? Looking for a domed plexi and end links that will work with this case. I assume a tropic 17 will work but has anyone fitted a gen spec crystal on one of these? Also end links that fit the best.

    Trying to get the parts ordered and shipped while the watch is in transit. The vintage craze continues :pimp:

    Thanks

    I have built a couple on the HR platform. I was able to use plexi purchased from cousins. I don't recall the size now but if you locate one of my 6538 posts its there. I also modified the bezel to be bidirectional. I really like the HR platform although it is a bit pricey.

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  7. Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Awesome build!  I'm wondering why you chose to go with the Tropic 21, though, when there are good aftermarket Tropic 22s out there?  Usually, you go with a T21 only if you want a Superdome crystal on your 1016.

     

    It is indeed a Tropic 22. Thank you, sir, for the catch. And thank you for your kind coments.

  10. Rolex Explorer Ref. 1016

    in The Rolex Area

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    Today I present my Rolex Explorer Reference 1016 project. Although I hate to admit it, I was not a fan of the Explorer watches, or any other than the vintage Submariner (with crown guards) models when I first got into reps. Slowly I started to appreciate the beauty of the big crown watches and I built six or seven of those. Recently, after finishing a 6200 build, I got to thinking about the 3-6-9 dial, which made me think of the Explorer. I started looking at other builds, and, yes, eventually, my opinion of this watch started to change. I started to appreciate the simplicity of it. And after trying on a vintage DateJust, I realized a 36mm watch was not ridiculously small on my 8" wrists.
     
    So, I started my research on the 1016 and a few days later, I saw JMB's sales thread for 1016 cases with his bezel. I snatched one up right away and then started to purchase my parts. I have to admit this was a rather easy build, due largely in part because of the whole case from JMB. I settled on a Yuki dial and hand set, and to my luck, he happened to have his 7206 in stock, so I grabbed one up (although I originally intended to use it on another build). I purchased a 2842 from a fellow member to complete the parts. I like the 2842 and have used it in several builds now.
     
    Anyway, as soon as the parts arrived, I started by giving the dial a quick spray of matte varnish. Although it was a matte dial, i like the texture and look the spray gives the dial. After letting it dry overnight, I pulled out my minimal tools and put this beauty together. I was quite impressed with this watch as soon as it became whole. It has quickly become a favorite.
     
    Parts list:
    JMB Case with custom CNC machined bezel and Clark T21 crystal
    Yuki matte Explorer dial and hands
    ETA 2842 serviced movement
    Yuki 7206 bracelet

     
     
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  16. Rolex Day date 2 - Minute hand is loose. Help?

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Take off bracelet.

    Unscrew case back.

    Remove screw from rotor (optional).

    Remove stem.

    Remove tab screws and tabs (2 of each).

    place something flat over movement and flip watch over. The movement and dial should easily come out of the case.

    Remove the second hand.

    Press minute hand on.

    Press second hand back on.

    I make sure the hour and minute hand are lined up at 12 when you press them on.

    Be careful not to scratch dial.

    Reverse instructions to put it all back together.

    Sent from my BLU STUDIO 5.3 II using Tapatalk

  19. 6200 Project

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Thank you all for your very kind words. Much appreciated.

    Nanuq, thank you for the advice on the crown and your vary generous offer on the inserts. I would not mind you sending them my way if you are willing to part with them. I could use some of that brisk Alaskan air again!

    Sent from my BLU STUDIO 5.3 II using Tapatalk

  20. 6200 Project

    in The Rolex Area

    Posted

    Here is a sneak peak at my 6200 build. Movement was DOA and I'm waiting for proper no tick insert. Will add athaya v2 crown later.
     
    Silix case
    Helenarou dial
    Tiger hands
    Yuki 7206 (thanks to Nanuq for extra links!)
    ETA 2842 movement (needs service)
     
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  23. Will 7205 link fit 7206?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    I recently came into a 7206 bracelet which is too tight for me. I need two spare links. It is crazy expensive for 7206 links, but 7205 are within my rice range. Will links from the 7205 fit? I realize the 7205 is 19mm end links, but not sure if the other links are the same.

     

    Thank you in advance for your help.

     

    Steve

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