TeeJay

A very interesting read I'm sure I read somewhere that the requirement of a manual movement was because NASA minds didn't think that an automatic would work in space.

As above really, I think the Planet Ocean is the more versatile watch

I've paid 90 euro

That's about the going price for the lower end reps, so you certainly didn't get ripped off Flaw aside, it looks nice

It looks really nice If you don't mind me asking, what did it cost?

If anyone wants to say what a POS this is, please feel free, I won't be offended Y'all know how low my expectations are when it comes to watches, I'm actually quite happy with it as a watch, I'm just disappointed that I wasn't able to make the mods I had planned to do (that said, it's good to know that I disassembled the watch without totally trashing it, and it went back together again )

I just received this watch, which I had originally intended to use as a parts donor to repair/modify my now deceased GMTSub.

When it arrived, I was actually fairly pleased. The quality of the bracelet and clasp was laughable, but, as my intention was to transfer over the movement/dial/hands and bezel insert, I wasn't overly concerned. Having stripped down (and re-built) both watches, I'm no further forward in my plan

I got everything into the GMT case, and swapped over the entire bezel assembly, but, the crown would not close over the tube So, pulled it apart again, and re-assembled the Yacht-Master, but with a few modifications... I burned off the cyclops, glued the crystal into place to try and ensure water resistance (further testing to come) and fitted the GMTSub bracelet. This was for two reasons. 1. I need a diver's extension on the bracelet. 2. I really didn't like the polished mid links, and, to be honest, it didn't really look right on me anyway, so, I wound up with this:

My choice of this watch had two inspirations:

This was my favorite watch from my school days. I loved the uniformity of the color scheme, and, when I first looked into Rolexes, I loved how the Yacht-Master resembled it, but, I went with the Subs, so that's history.

The other inspiration, was the UN MMD:

This was why I chose the silver dial, rather than the granite dial, and, seeing how it reacts to the light, I'm pleased with the choice. Putting the Yacht-Master on the Submariner bracelet, provides enough 'brushed steel' to counteract the highlights of the polished steel, and reduces the bling factor.

All in all, although I wasn't able to transplant the parts to regenerate the other watch as I had intended, I've still managed to wind up with something along the lines of what I had in mind.

I only got rolled for the sum of

I got a new toy today Proper write up to come in the Rolex section

I sent a PM the other day to see if all was well, but haven't heard back. I expect he's just busy with work

Fantastic purchase Glad to see it arrived There's nothing worse than that final anticipation of the arrival Wear it well

That's awesome information, thanks for sharing Out of curiosity, what's the rectangular mark to the left of the HE valve? I only ask, as I've never noticed it on other photos of the DSSD before

That's a fantastic comparison, thanks for taking the time to put it all together

Might change tomorrow if my parcel arrives

I know that feeling, brother

The plexi on my ProjectSub was quite loose, and removable with very little pressure from the back, which, when the watch got wet, allowed it to flood. I used some cyanoacrylate glue around the edge of the plexi, and it is now water-resistant again. I don't know how deep it would last, but it's withstood two 30 minute soaks in a Japanese-Style Bath without any kind of problem:)

Although they have been known to act like pipe bombs when crossed, they are tubes in 1 of my Futtermans.

Ahh, cool I wasn't too far off Well... Both are kinds of sound equipment

Interesting background in your first photo, Freddy, what are they? I'm guessing they're not pipe-bombs or water filters Are they radio vacuum tubes?

Nothing exciting from me, I'm still wearing the ProjectSub on the silicon strap. I have to admit, it's incredibly comfortable, infact, it's unnoticeable on the wrist

Those're some pretty interesting differences, especially the sizing of the bezel assembly. I'm not too surprised about the difference in the color of the steel, as that's the kind of point RobbieG has made, that Rolex use their own alloys, and lower grade metals simply do not look the same. I guess it pretty much also means that someone couldn't actually mod a rep of the 116660 to look like gen, without building a franken of all external gen parts. Sure, a coat of matte lacquer might get the dial looking right, but if things like the bezel assembly, bracelet, and HEV are wrong, well, the dial's not going to carry the illusion by itself

Thanks for the review, I'm really looking forwards to seeing the comparative shots when you're able to take them

I wouldn't even deal with Silix under those circumstances, as with a gamble, there's at least the possibility of getting a result. I'd go so far as to say only deal with Silix if it's money you would actually be prepared to flush down the toilet...

Freddy,

Best of luck getting a resolution to your issue. In the end, I just had to wash my hands of the deal. I hope you don't have to do likewise.

I can't point you towards a specific strap, but, I would suggest something along the lines of an aligator strap, in a deep burgundy color. I think that'd look really sharp with rose gold Best of luck with your search

Awesome watch My dad was also a toolmaker, and although the skill hasn't really passed over, the appreciation for the craft certainly has

I have a rather unusual opportunity tomorrow... I found that a very good friend of mine has a gen 116660. During a discussion today we decided it would be best to get the two watches together for a little photo shoot. Since he happens to be a website designer, he is also pretty good with a camera. So I hope that his pics are better than what I could do.

NOW for the interesting part. HE OWES ME big time for a favor I did his family a couple years ago. He is willing to allow me to remove his bezel insert and try to fit it on my DSSD. My question is, has ANYONE had any experience in handling a gen ceramic bezel insert? I would think that genuine ceramic is fragile and not flexible enough to "pry out" like we do with our replica ones.

The absolute last thing I want to do is crack this thing taking it out, or trying to put it in mine. He intends to contact Rolex and tell them that it came out while diving, I guess if I crack the damn thing he can say "it cracked"...

If ANYONE has handled the gen insert for the DSSD or GMT IIc, I would love to hear from you. If anyone has any suggestions, or an idea how it is attached I would love to hear that also. I have looked at the technical drawings, and there is no mention of a glue or epoxy, but I also dont see how it could safely be press fit either.

Thanks in advance...

I read in another thread, that someone used the plastic insert from a shirt collar to prize up the insert. By choice, I would completely strip the watch, so I was able to get the collar insert nearly flat into the side of the insert, but that might not be a possibility... I believe the inserts on the GMTIIc are glued into place, as the ceramic cannot 'flex' to fit into the bezel, in the same way a metal or plastic insert can flex, before fitting securely. Best of luck

No idea about the lume since I just bought it. Has to be shipped to me before I can examine it The lume is probably so bad you have to have a flashlight to se it.....

Edit: Its 43mm without the canteen. 15mm thick.

Ahh, slightly smaller than it looks Either way, still a good purchase

I am Jewish and I will eat a pigs ass if its cooked right...........Pork is delicious.

I have to admit, even before I converted, and pork went 'off the menu', it was probably my least favorite of the meats. A greasy bacon sandwich on occasion, if I was in the right mood for one, was about as much of it as I ever ate

Sorry to hear about your situation. If it's any consolation, I can empathize. I accidentally damaged the movement of my GMTSub, and now it jams up every 24 hours around midnight. I've got a new movement (and other new parts) on order, so I also know the feeling of wanting to keep wearing it until the new movement arrives, but the worry of it crapping out at any moment The DSSD looks awesome on the NATO strap, by the way Best of luck with the movement transfer

What size is it? I'm guessing +45mm? As Maxim said, the date window looks a little off, but other than that, as you say, an awesome fun watch What's the lume like?

Weekend almost over- got this one on today...

Ciao, Arty

That's looking good, makes me all the more excited for mine to arrive