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I just wanted to add my 2 cents. I had a cheap Silix no cg sub. I bought 4 1.3mm gold drill bits (don't know what material they were). I used one to do one hole using a 16v cordless drill at low speed and no lubrication. Went though slowly. Used the same bit for the second hole. Again, no problem. The third hole was problematic. I went through the remaining drill bits, with the last one breaking off at the tip, just before penetration. My supplier had no 1.3mm bits left, so I bought 2 1.6mm cobalt bits from local hardware store. I burned through them faster than the last three. Didn't even make the third hole. Being thoroughly frustrated, I went back to the store and bought 4 1.6mm HSS bits and a bottle of 3in1 oil. I took the bits to work and put one in the drill press. I lubed the bit with 3in1 and presto, 10 min. later 2 holes drilled. I am happy with the results,have 3 bits left, and will be using the drill press from now on.

He takes lots of photos? Hmmm...something smells FISHY! It must be him!

Rare Sub I love this. 3 different (stolen) pics of different subs all for $11,000cdn. What a deal! How can it be rare? It doen't even have the TRL? Maybe the "rotatable" bezel makes it rare? I guess it takes all kinds (of idiots)!

Very nice mods! I really like the look of your watch. Good job!

I manage an oilfield maintenance company. We go out and make sure the natural gas and oil keep producing for the big companies. It is extremely busy in the oilfield right now with a major labour shortage.

I took the nail file on my swiss army knife and filed the inner part of the insert to get it to fit. Takes time, but well worth the effort.

@ Fitmic .. Nice Amazon, I used to have a 1965! Here's mine (for the last 6yrs.) ... edit ... resized. 1957 Volvo 444, it is my summer car. In the winters I have a 2003 Volvo V40.

Did you check this out ... cars

Every time I see one of these modern 16610 subs, I want to get one. Especially now with all the cheaper "near-perfect" ones out there. This one I like. Nanuq ... help ... I need some acrylic ... awhh <falls off deep end of rep collection syndrome>

Lots of bling! Where is your SUV with the 19" rims Puff Daddy? Seriously though, I haven't seen an Oysterquartz for a long time. Am not really a fan of them, though.

All the dealer pics I have seen have been at multiple angles. If you carefully study all the pictures, then look at gens as well, that should solve problems. Scrutinize the pictures, ask the dealer(s) questions, and do your homework. When I purchased my first rep, I studied all the pics, asked a lot of questions, and checked with genuines. I then read all the dealer/rep reviews I could. This is an industry where the customer has to do the legwork before they buy. You cannot expect perfection for a couple hundred bucks. I think the dealers here are very exceptional and are excellent photographers. Where else can you find an honest business person in a dishonest industry?

Nice GMT. Can you tell us about your Sea-Dweller?

They are called Scotchbrite pads. You can get them at hardware stores (kitchen section) or automotive places (bodywork section). Good luck.

No problem. Another point I forgot to mention is that the 42mm is a very heavy watch. It is a lot heavier than the 45mm and my Sub.

I recently received a 4th generation PO and an Asian 45mm PO from two seperate dealers. I haven't seen any comparisons yet, so I thought one might help if anyone hasn't purchased any yet. There are a couple of differences on the dial. On the 45mm the dial looks nice and evenly spaced out, but the hour markers are smaller and the date wheel has the wrong font. The 42mm has the Omega logo close to the Omega script. The crown on the 45mm is smaller and doesn't protrude out as far. The helium valve is also a little lower than where it should be. The bezel is raised more on the 42 than on the 45mm. The casebacks on both of them are excellent. The 45mm does need a good polishing as machine marks are present. The 42 is just as stunning, but with the etched "Planet Ocean", not engraved like the 45mm. The 45mm has the "old" style SMP bracelet with screws, not pins. It also has the etched logo and lettering, whereas the 42mm has the engraved lettering and the planet ocean also on it. The 42 also has the correct curved bracelet, which I like. There are pins to hold the links together. However, the finish of the bracelet wasn't as good. I think both versions are a terrific deal for the money. I like both equally. If you aren't ready to spend the money on the 4th gen, this 45mm might be the way to go.

The logo isn't high if that is the 45mm version. But shame about the markers

Wow, looks great! How does the date mag look compared with the old crystal?

Wow, it seems like everyone has got this new 4th Gen(eration) PO. Well, that is it! I am going to get one if it bankrupts me! Thanks everyone! hee hee

Very, very nice. That gen insert sure makes a difference.

Well I can only hope mine will look as good as yours when I am done. Good work, pitimany!

Right on, alligoat! I want to start taking it apart and then paint the hands and hour markers. Then a very thorough polish and cleaning. The CG were the clincher for me when I bought it. Well that and Trusty's awesome service!

Hopefully the sun will come out here this weekend. I have a friday night tee time!

First, a before pic... I scratched my insert at the 3 o'clock position. So, I pm'ed some experts (thanks for all your help) and got some good advise. I went on ebay and purchased an aftermarket insert. I first asked my wife for her nail file, but it was at her office . So, I opened up my Swiss Army knife keychain, and used that file. I filed down along the outside edge and then along the inside edge. I filed a little at a time, so as to not take too much off. I also kept test fitting the insert to the bezel. When the fit was perfect, I got out my contact cement and lightly dapped glue on the insert and bezel using a q-tip. After the pieces were mated together, I put my bezel back on. And voila... A very easy and inexpensive upgrade. Picture quality not very good due to poor light in basement. Next project on the 5513 will probably be some painting to the hands and hour markers.

Wow, that is smoking hot! I like that color NATO strap. Nice combo.

Very nice work on a very, no, extremely important project. Your extreme patience and motivation to finish without giving up are something to admire! Good job and hope it keeps time for a long while!