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Hi All, I'm hoping that someone will be kind enough to share some insight with me. I've recently stumbled into the process of trying to build a franken Heuer Camaro, 3 register chronograph. I already have gen: dial, case, pushers, crown, and xtal. I've run into a bit of a wall on the movement, though. (Some of you are probably smiling and nodding.) The original 3 register Camaro was offered with an option of the Valjoux 72 or Valjoux 7736. From my internet searches, these seem to be extremely pricey ($1000+). Are there any comparable ETA's that will also do the job as an engine for the Camaro? I'm indifferent as to whether it is manual wind or automatic. And, I need it to be rock solid as far as the mechanical functioning. This is the closest ETA that I've found, but I am not qualified to determine if I can actually make it work: ETA 2892-A2. Thanks for any and all help!
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Thanks for the feedback. I have owned some nice gens (DS, 36mm DJ), but I can't explain it -- frankens have more appeal to me. In this case, it's not a financial decision. Regarding the lack of available parts: This is kinda why I want to do it, for the challenge. BTW, today I got a lead on a gen bracelet out of Germany. Anyway, as they say, there is no accounting for taste. . . Just wondering if anyone had any of the mentioned parts they wanted to sell.
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Yeah, I've upped my budget considerably after I priced it out.
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OK. I now have my Thai Datejust II on order. In pursuit of my franken dream, I wanted to put out some feelers and see if anyone has a line on any of these gen parts: - gen black, stick dial - gen oyster bracelet (21mm at the lugs) - gen fluted bezel Thanks all!
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Thanks! I will PM him.
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Hi All, About nine months ago, ya'll here at RWG were kind enough to guide me through the process of building a PAM 104 franken. I love it and wear it everyday. Now I'm hankering for a Datejust II franken, either to build or buy/trade. At the end of the process I'm hoping to have a SS Datejust II with fluted dial and black stick face. I'm not particular whether the bracelet is jubilee or oyster. My total budget is somewhere in the $1200 range. If you're gracious enough to point me in the right direction, here are some initial questions: - Should I start with a Thai DJII? Is it compatible with gen parts? - I'm thinking that I would try to go with gen dial, gen bracelet, and ETA movement? Are these the right things to get the most bang for my buck? - Water proofing is very important to me. Do you think I will be able to get a 3-5 ATM seal on a franken? Thanks for any help!
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In the Bend area.
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Thanks for all the info, guys. I'm going to drop the issue and just have my local watchsmith deal with it for me. Thanks again!
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I'm not 100% positive what it is -- I hope it isn't a scratch, but that's my best guess at this point. I suppose am just wondering what the most probable path forward is. I can see a few different scenarios: 1) Watchmaker offers to repair at no cost 2) Watchmaker offers some cash back 3) Watchmaker either disputes my claim or never responds 4) I just decide to live with it and move on with my life What typically goes down? If members typically choose option #4, then I am willing to go that route. Like I said, I'm new and not looking to make any enemies.
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At this point, I rather not give out the name of the watchmaker -- I'm afraid it might make him think I'm hostile and put him on the defensive. I will say that this watchmaker has been the object of some discussion as of late.
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I recently received my PAM 104 franken back from a watchsmith. It looks/runs great EXCEPT there is a new, down-to-the-metal 0.4mm scratch on the gen dial. I am still a nooby to RWG so I want to proceed according to protocol. At this point, I have sent a single, polite PM to the watchsmith and am awaiting a reply. My question for you guys is: how does this normally go and what can I expect? Thanks for any insight!
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MD2020 Who is dealing with him, I'm worried now!
jbg44 replied to sgtguk's topic in General Discussion
Sorry Mike, but count me in for the pile-on! Over the last month, on two occasions I was told that my watch was shipping-off to come back to me, and still I have no watch. I am getting close to chalking it up as a total loss. -
I received a short PM from Mike a couple days ago. I think it is best if none of us hold our breath.
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Thanks for the heads up.
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Wow. That's some craftsmanship! Do you happen to know if there are any first-rate lume guys on this forum?
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Hi Guys, I realize there is no right answer to this question, yet I am curious what other watch lover's opinions would be: I am considering re-luming my gen vintage Omega Speedmaster Mark 4.5. I am, however, worried that it will take away from the vintage vibe. What are your thoughts?
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Thanks for the info guys. I hope all is well with MD2020 and I will cool my heels for a bit.
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Much obliged. Thanks.
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Hi All, I am wondering if anyone has heard anything from Mike (MD2020) lately? I know he was sick, and then had a loss in the family, so I want to tread lightly and give him some space. At the same time, I am curious about what happened to my $1K of parts/labor I sent his way three weeks ago. I certainly trust him based on what ya'll have said, yet haven't gotten a reply from him for a while (over a week). Does anyone know the scoop? I can see he has been active on the forum in that time frame. As a nooby, any insight is much appreciated!
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Thanks for the MD2020 recommendation. So, after a short web search, it looks like I can score a new ETA 7750 with 25 jewels for $450, and a 17 jewel for $370. Any advice on which one I should go with?
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Hi Guys, I am fairly new to the forum, but ya'll have inspired me to build a franken PAM 104. I've started with an H-factory 1:1 104 rep with the A7750 movement. So far, I've purchased: - gen alligator strap - gen deployment buckle - gen dial So, I have two questions I was hoping someone might be so kind to help me with: 1) Who should I use state-side to help me with service and assembly? 2) Should I put in a Swiss ETA 7750 movement? And if so, do I go with the 17 or 25 jewels? Thanks in advance for the advice!
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Got one! - Thanks Wan!