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3 hours ago, Russ1965 said:
When I first signed up (4 years ago now), I used to spend the majority of my time over here.
Most of my collection was acquired through this site.............then things started to change.
I don't know if it was purely my perspective, or whether the newer 'generation' of members were of a different ilk.
Almost every sale was a 'Franken' this or that..........and the asking price(s) purely unreasonable.
I let my VIP membership lapse and remained a paid member on RWG.bz as a consequence.
I'm starting to like this place again, especially after seeing so many of the other familiar refugees around.
Thanks for the kind words Mike and Sogeha.
I, on the other hand, come here for the builds... muahahahaha
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Wearing this for the first time in at least a year. Glad I didn't sell it though
Omega Speedmaster '57 by Tyler David, on Flickr
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6 hours ago, alligoat said:
If you had an MBW case, you could dremel the inside of the case at the dial seat and make the gen dial fit without shaving it down.
Or you could try a cartel case and maybe the 26.5mm gen dial would fit.
Thirdly, you could check a Yuki 1680 case and maybe try that- it's cheaper than a Phong.
If you don't get a 1575 Rolex movement, next best is an ETA 2846-2 but then you cut the dial feet!
Finding a 1575 for around $1,000.00 would be hard these days and getting parts for them is even harder.
Thanks for your input. Unfortunately it can be difficult tracking down, and trusting a modder to do things how you expect. This has been the biggest deterrent for me. Also I hate the thought even of clipping the feet on the dial (although I know it's not that serious).
Honestly, I have 4 great subs that with a touch more attention will be very nice pieces. I really didn't need to get into another project. It was just more so figuring out an easy DIY mod or parting with it. I will most likely end up selling it.
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4 hours ago, DVNE said:
Not compatible. Dial feet are in a different location. You'll need a 1575 cal movement. No clones of that for now. the 3135 only work for 162XX, 14270/114270, 1661X and the later modern pieces like the SubC and DJII...
I had a feeling. Thanks for the info!
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That's the same 1675 unfortunately. I don't think there is enough demand to make a better version as this one has so many flaws and they have not seemed to make an improved version. This one has a terrible dial. The markers are not painted on but actually mounted on the dial like the more modern markers. Mine fell out multiple times
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I've been holding on to an 80's 1680 white service dial and insert for about a year now. My original plan was to put it into an MBW case but once I realized, to make it fit I was going to have to shave the dial down I decided not to go down that route. I have also been away from the rep game for a while.
I see this new SH3135 movement being offered by JF Factory. I was wondering, if I bought a Phong case that was more correct spec, would I be able to combine the service dial and this new movement with out cutting the dial feet? Would the date wheel line up and would this movement fit in that case?
Any help is greatly appreciated!
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My 1680 is lumeless and such a great dial too. Needs some work soon.
Rolex Submariner 1680 RED by Tyler David, on Flickr
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8 hours ago, Tempo64 said:
Woow! Great pic mate.
Hey thanks! Not too shabby yourself
Gen BB on B&S Diablo today
Tudor Black Bay by Tyler David, on Flickr
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Wow, looks amazing. Put it on a bracelet though!
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I like both. Depends on the look you want though. Nothing like that solid feel of an SEL IMO.
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Only you can answer the question of how much is too much. However, it does sound like you are starting to second guess yourself. If you dump a bunch of money into a build and decide it's no longer for you, then you are really loosing out on time and money.
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Rolex Daytona by Tyler David, on Flickr
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Love the grey gator! I could see that on my paul newman
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I just wanted to pass this forward. Don't need any myself but I feel like these sell on eBay at $500+. Add a yuki or ofrei pearl for a nice serviced look!
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TC LV with Elabore movement just in from Thomas himself.
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4 hours ago, newswire said:
I have one w dial from yuki ...
It's a dw case
Definitely like to get some feedback on the accuracy of the watch as I purchased it a while ago.
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Sweet looking Tudor!
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Those endlinks are cut horribly. For sure the bracelet is rep.
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Cool shot man! I just got a Google Cardboard, having a lot of fun with it
1665 GW budget franken
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Nice one! I like the current crystal personally. It's asking for a CG shave and an Ofrei pearl
BTW, whats going on with the hands? Looks to be a different set between the above pics and the wrist pic