Hi guys, it has been a while
My friend has the original AP Jumbo. This watch has the most beautiful caseback ever, and I am not sure if it was ever produced in solid steel back. In all cases, if it were, I would suggest we duplicate one in Quartz since the back is hidden, has no second hand and it will be more accurate and trouble free and above all we could make it slimmer (like the original). As for the dial, I would suggest we agree on which year model we want, because if we are replicating the 1973 model than the dial is different from earelier models (AP logo on the bottom and not at 12). Also, what we need to focus on is the size of the 8 scews that need to be smaller than the replica available (at andrew) with smooth edges in white gold.
However, wanting to take part of what you are doing, I will order one in WHITE. Please let me know what should I do next (deposit...etc)
Regards/