Bruce

I bought a new PVD crown (from Tourby) because my original crown literally broke off at the base of the spring holder. When I went to install the new crown I discovered that the seal for the crown was broken and curled back on itself between the crown and the case. The original watch came from DSN, and I find that I wear it alot; I like the flat PVD that David has. I would like to reinstall a proper seal but do not know what size to look for. I have re-assembled the watch for now but am afraid water will eventually work it's way into the beautiful 6497 swiss movement this watch has. Any help with correct seal size(s) would be greatly appreciated. Here is what things looked like after dis-assembly: This is after re-assembly (with no seal):

Absolutely correct POTR. I'll bet the original was "Plexiglass". Thank you for the correction. I suspect there will be AR on the inside as well, so that would be a difference as well. *** As of 09:00 Mountain Time 3/9/08 - Sold Out ***

Yes, somewhat similar. The original design of this particular dial (they changed as the war went on), as I understand it was done by Wempe, and this dial has a rather unique lume pattern, with only the even numbered seconds lumed, along with dots for each hour on the hour circle. The second hand on this watch is center-sweep (as ordered by the RLM under FL. 23883), I believe most of what T shows has seconds at 6:00 or 9:00 (6498 or 6497.) Also, there is a fine outer circle that is period correct, I'm not sure T's is this particular model. The design of the dial was the result of many hours of forum discussion, and comparisons to actual ww2 examples owned by forum members. The design process was actually quite exciting, and working closely with LACO, the implementation is quite remarkable.

A 42mm Hommage to the 55mm WW2 Beobachtungsuhr "B" design is now through the design phase, and no longer available for reservation. Here is a link to the prototype drawing: http://forums.watchuseek.com/showpost.php?...amp;postcount=1 The original Observers Watch (B-Uhr) were built during WW2 by 5 different German watch companies, Stowa, IWC, Wempe, Lange, and Laco. These 50 hommage watches will be built by LACO of Germany, using the definition generated by over 3 weeks of discussion (and in some cases disagreement). They will have Swiss ETA 2824 movements modified to be handwind. They will have center sweep-second hand, and period correct domed shaped crystal; sand blasted case, and strap. **Crystal material to be modern sapphire.** *** 09:00 AM MST Issue has been Sold Out. *** The cost was 550 Euro. Bruce

I really like that strap you make Zack. Got my DSN non-branded now - pic below. Saving for the strap.

Wow that is a nice watch. Lume is stunning.

This is a Super idea, I'm in for one. This looks li a very rewarding project (dial and cae back).

The ZigmeisterZumba is no doubt the grand master. I've been trying to read all I can from RG since coming to this forum about 6 months ago. I need to read faster I guess because I seem to encounter the problem, make the mistake, and then read the solution he offers...got to get ahead. The last example of this was his write up on manual winding of automatics. Here I was hand winding my A7750 while reading why I should not be doing that.

As I enjoy actually wearing this watch for daily wear, I really like your suggestion. I would wear this one enough to warrant a rugged movement. However, I suspect the swap manuever is far beyond me. Volkwagen type 1 yes, watch no. Do you have a suggestion on someone who could do such a swap without doing incidental damage? I suspect from my reading here, they are quite rare.

Thanks TeeJay. I really liked this one, but I doubt there is anyone near us here that I would trust. I see now that manual winding would do additional damage (The Zigmeisterzumba post today), so maybe I'll put on one that does work and look for diversion from my diversion.

Thanks for the post RG. I had no idea, but see the issue now. The pictures make all the difference. Before reading this post, I posted a question on a problem I'm having with an automatic that doesn't autowind much or at all. I hope I didn't cause the problem myself.

It was listed as Asian 7750. Unfortunately the watch came from a seller on Ioffer (Robert in Thailand), and it's been a while so probably no way to get a replacement. I wonder if a Swiss 7750 would fit. Even so, the swap itself is honestly beyond me.

I have a cosmetically nice PAM 024. OP 6507, BB 974970. I have had it for about 6 weeks. The watch keeps good time. I just noticed that even if I wear the watch constantly, it eventually just stops. I woke up this morning, looked at my wrist, and it was stopped. If I wind it by hand just a bit, it takes off again and seems to run just fine. I opened the back in a clean setting and moved the watch around observing the movement. The winding weight does move, but to me has more drag in one direction than the other, and does not alway seek the lowest position. I will post a photo of the movement in case this may be of help here. Any ideas? I hate to just replace it, the thing has a nice appearance.

When you find the thicker ones, let me know (bigger inside diameter). I have a PAM 172 from Davidsen that is built in his "OEM" case. This case uses screws that are a bit thicker than the other rep cases out there. I have found that because of sample differences in generally available "ebay" tubes, some almost fit, most do not. I was actually thinking of using a ream to open a few just for this case (the difference is very slight). I think in general however, there is but one proper size. I wonder if the commonly available tubes are actually built to exact Panerai specs.

V, could you tell me how to look up DON's items? I am not familiar with that name.