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Thanks for the information! Looks like it is all about the case here. However a good dial is also hard to come by. I started at the wrong end with the dial . however I think that the Whoopy dial deserves a nice case its really nice so given your info I will make my choice and let you guys now the result. There are vintage builds like Paul Newman Daytona that is not only about the case, but also the dial and the movement which is difficult to source, so you are so right about getting the facts and the wants straighten out before diving into these builds. 

Yes, it seems that is exactly the case., there is also MBW but it looks too fat., the originals are thinner. I guess Yuki or Phong., but I am in EU so need trans-shipment through the UK. so much trouble :))) I got a cartel case from Josh but it is simply no good, especially if you have a good dial. What do you think? 

Gentlemen, 

Got a nice Whoopy Comex dial no date., need a good case for a franken build. Please point to the right direction. Was looking at cartel cases, too fat, too tall, valve escape unreal. where do I get a good one? Please help. Appreciate the advise. 

Gentlemen, 

Do you know any modder in Austria ?  lume work for rolex. perhaps a watchsmith for replicas.  Please PM. 

Thank you, 

what about this dial ?  

Thank you all, great tips I will try to do what works. Pictures to follow ) cheers. and best regards.

what about freezing the case ?

no it does not pressure fit. need to use a glue. I am using a glass glue. what glue should I use ? 

Greetings Gentlemen, 

Could someone give me a tip on how to install a crystal and ovoid a distortion caused by friction or in my case glue. Which glue to use ? or should I just leave it to someone who has the right press, glue and skill ?   Thank you. 

Yes! thank you. the dial i have posted has the coronet way to low. but i guess i just need to try )

WCM your coronets where not attached to the dial with leg sticks? if I move it high where i want it to be then there will bi a hole under the coronet. how do you ovoid that?

wow beautiful. tell me details please. and how did you age the dial like that? it look gorgeous.

thank you freddy, so it is possible to lift the old coronet and slightly move it up to cover the lower hole, right?

I think this suggests that it has been clipped to the dial, but it could be both clipped and glued I guess. Need to know if someone has any experience with this. 

what if it's both. :/

thanks.

you are right, it may seem this way. but I cannot edit the title anymore as far as I can see

Gentlemen, 

Has anyone attempted to move or replace the coronet on a vintage daytona dial? Could this be done without dial damage ? 

Nice but shouldn't this go on the sale board with tagged pics?

I am not selling, just thinking about it and sharing the collection. 

Also a great link that covers this and most of the 1680 build. 

http://www.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/134065-How-to-vintage-your-Rolex-(Part-II)?highlight=1680+movement+options

Pardon my (possible) misunderstanding, but from some of the questions you are asking, it seems that you will need a lot of help in completing this build.  for instance, there is no slow beat ETA 2824 and dial makers make dials for ETA movements, however, there are no ETA dials.  ETA manufactures watch movements.  You get Athaya crowns from Athaya. 

 

Good luck!

 

M

Yuki does not currently have a selection of 1680 ETA Dials, by this I mean dials that fit ETA movement ( I am not that oblivious in this maybe it is just a language thing. Thats is why I was searching for a workaround options in adopting a Yuki rolex caliber dial to ETA movement. I did some research and stumbled across a nice link: http://www.homageforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=42&t=1419

Anyhow, thank you for your help, I now have a solution I found a great 1680 dial with ETA fitment from a fellow member and I have most of what I need to upgrade my PT1680 Rolie with gen ETA 2846 low beat. 

yes M,

Thanks to the forum members all parts are already sourced and the project is complete as far as the parts go. I think that is the point of any forum, exchange of knowledge. Thanks to all.

Thank you. where do I get  athaya tube and crown ? 

where do I get dial dots ? how do they look like ? thanks.