Frazzle1

Hi guys, been a long time since I posted on here, lots going on but I have been dipping in and out browsing. I have a gorgeous modified 1675 GMT that was built by Odesseys (I keep get the spelling wrong) The spec is as follows Rolex 1675 Build, based on a 1965 El Cornino without the gilt dial Genuine Swiss ETA 2846 low beat non hacking movement (as per gen caliber 1565) - Hacking movement didn't come in until 1971 GMT mechanism locked to midnight - time zone is set by bezel (as per gen) Clarkes T25-116 Crystal Fitted Clarkes Bezel fitted which has gen spec profile. Clarkes Bezel installed and lightly faded Crown guards re shaped and case re polished. Hands and dial re-lumed with vintage lume (watch lume.net) Genuine Rolex USA Jubilee Bracelet with big crown clasp. Rafflestime Caseback, with sterile inside surface Technically correct 1675 engraving at 12 o Clock and 6 o'clock. For the keen eyed, the serial number on the case would date the watch around 1974 and this case is obviously based on an El Cornino which stopped around 1965. Also Rolex didn't start engraving the lugs 'Orig Rolex Design' until the 80's I've never got round to having it changed to something more suitable. Anyway, my dilema is that although the bezel insert is lovely, ever since seeing a gen with fat font insert i have fallen out of love for the skinny font Clark’s one I have. Can anyone recommend where I could acquire a better insert please. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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I have one I'm building right now. Sadly it's with the old cartel case with short crown guards. The case has been engraved between the lugs by JMB and the lugs drilled to gen spec. The Caseback is currently being engraved by JMB as we speak. It also has a gen spec Athaya 700 crown and tube fitted. I also have a big dazz relumed hands and Helenarou dial and on his return from his trip have ordered a new bezel insert from him too. As for the crystal, I went for a Sternkreuz Rolex No.19 ) Sternkreuz XS305.451. I bought the watch with an Asian 2836 -2 but given time would like to replace it with a low beat. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah I've had a Tudor BB and a Rolie AK done by him and was very happy with the results. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Big Dazza is in the UkI've asked him and unfortunately he doesn't relume these dial [emoji20] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Send it to Kenny then! Was thinking that was the next option! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Big Dazza is in the Uk I've asked him and unfortunately he doesn't relume these dial Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Does anyone know if someone in the UK who could re-lume a 1655 dial and hands for me? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

My Tudor 7928 is with JMB as we speak having some of his beautiful work :thumbsup: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Any chance of letting me know how you got on with this build. Ive just bought a BP 1655 (is this cartel?). I plan on sending it to Daz for the lug holes to be modded and some dial work. The case work you describe is my real issue. I have recently bought a dremel, but would need greater guidance on how the case modifications need to be done. Although daunting I'd really like to give it a go. Thanks.

Really beautiful build mate and love the powerhouse inside for something different! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just fitted this one with a gen spec T21 And polished and softened the case. Bracelet is currently undergoing a spa treatment Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Please do not repost an entire previous poster's set of pics just to add a line or 2 of text. Sorry about that, was done so in error. I always use tapatalk and it's not entirely forum friendly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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Thanks. When JMB receives the case I've asked him to drill out the holes to accept gen spec bars and then I can order some 580 WSO end links. I presume they are the right reference for a 7928? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk