bobandshawn

^^+1000. VPN is NOT relaible. My ISP received a cease and desist letter from the MPAA that sounded pretty ominous. They had the name of the movie/the time/who was logged in/ and the complete routing IP addresses. I may still be in trouble. Use with CAUTION. Bob

No - it won't work.

Apparently Helenarou can source custom dials...

I have not - THANKS! B

Hi guys, I'm hoping someone can point me in the direction of a Sub No-Date dial (5513 etc.) in 29mm? I know Yuki doesn't have any, and Raffles seems to be out right now... Please and thanks! Bob

It does look magnified - but he was probably expecting 2.5x B

Here's a cheap entry that made me happy... http://www.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php?t=195455 Build specs included. Bob

Welcome from Plant City/Tampa! Bob

There are some good videos on YouTube as well. This was a great learning experience for me. I was sweating bullets - but now I can take it in stride. Good Luck! Bob

Not to hijack the thread, but I do like the strap options they have...should I avoid? Thanks, Bob

Most folks seem to be avoiding it because of the cost/value ratio... Bob

Every time I have tried to order one of PT's Rollies with the 21J movement (the cheaper versions - and I said I would take ANY), they were not available. I've heard the same from others at RWI, and I'm NOT paying ETA prices for just the case... ~B

A six dollar rubber ball to remove the back, and maybe a ten dollar jewelers screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the movement in the case. Remove stem by pressing the little release button. Remove movement. Polish inside of crystal with a no lint cloth. Reverse process. GREAT opportunity to learn, FAR cheaper, and FAR quicker than sending anywhere... Bob

Is this the Tiger case Mike? I'm looking to start a new 5513 build myself... http://www.tiger-concept.com/7928/7928a-bracelet.html B

Swiss ETA is $225 and you would have a beauty and a beater. B

I just bought the Helenarou for a grail build...takes a 29mm dial. Noticed too late that there are no lug engravings, and the case is not that softened in real life. I also had to tweak that movement holder to work with a 2836 (things were too tight and would be cocked). If I had to do it again I would have just stayed with the Silix and go with an aftermarket crown. BIG price difference, and considering all the "tells" not really worth the extra cash (to me). Best, Bob

Mine screws down completely...no gap. B

interested in opinions on this as well... B

Blue - timely post, can you recommend someone who currently does case engraving? I purchased a Helenarou 6538 but found that it is not engraved between the lugs... Best, Bob

Plenty on Ebay, from $20 - $200... B

Pretty enlightening. Thanks. I was just thinking today it would be helpful if everyone knew how many PM's/emails a TD gets in one day. Obviously he deals with more people than on this forum. I wouldn't be surprised if there were hundreds...and we expect same day responses??? B

New alloy...platinum for strength, aluminum for weight? Platinium

Not with the hairs on those knuckles....

This guy is either one of the best trolls I've read across the forums - or you guys are the best troll feeders... ~B

Seeing lots of complaints about W.E. on other forums as well.... ~B