HauteHippie

I think it might be my favorite AP. I can't stop looking at the pics.

I'm a fan. A big, big fan.

Any idea what the run time on 6 D-cell batteries is for the dual head unit?

Oooh, pics? I haven't seen your finished 16520 yet.

Hmm, these appear to be very nice winders. I may just have to get one. It'd be nice to always have my main two "go to" watches always ready to go. Thanks for sharing!

Don't worry, Obama & Co. are working to solve the problem one shower head at a time. . . Oops, please forgive me.

Cayman? I hope there will be some straps forthcoming!

No kiddin', eh. And it gives me a different perspective on the rodent issue I deal with in the field behind my house.

Heh, ok. I'd have feared that a couple rocks would have angered the big guy, but a shell or two fired in to the sky might get him moving along on his way.

Did you introduce him to Mr. Smith & Mrs. Wesson ?

Yeah, that's why I've always replaced mine with ETA 7750s. Zig has always said the A7750 is a good reliable movement, once serviced. But the cost works out pretty close in the end for A7750 + immediate service vs Factory fresh ETA 7750.

Agree, maxman, especially after reading some more about these DD modules of questionable origin. I also read about many of them having gear slop, and breaking down regularly. Anyhow, these things are availble for as low as $750 in 98% condition, which under normal circumstances would be a bargain!

A great watch!

Thanks for the run down, MADRED... One question: What can you tell me about fitting gen straps to sec@12 cases? Direct fit, conversion link kit needed, or strap mods needed? Thanks!

The logo does kind of ruin it for me. If they'd just had flown under the radar a bit more with the logo display on the dial, it'd be better I agree. That movement engraving is certainly off, but that's also a custom plate to display the "57 jewels" stamp I'm sure. I'm not sure why the DD 2021 would not be readily available to Invicta. Hmm, but there is definitely some controversy: http://www.bdwf.net/forum/showthread.php?t=73826 (It seems they may have gotten the DD modules second hand, while inferring that they came from the source)

Andrew, I listed it in the initial post: ETA 2892 with Dubois Dupraz 2021 chronograph module. Good stuff.

ETA 2892, Dubois Depraz 2021 chronograph module Limited to a couple hundred pieces Delivered in a Pelican case 47mm, nice and beefy

The difference is definitely noticeable on the cyclops. In previous pics without a factory cyclops side by side to compare, I wasn't so sure the AR on the cyclops was so effective. But this is a definite improvement. Thanks for the photos.

The walnut for sure. But if I had my druthers, I'd go with Bubinga.

Hmm, I'm no expert... but that dial looks pretty darn good to me. And I only say that because I thought there were supposedly no good red rep dials.

Ya, don't try to obtain parts from the usual suppliers. The guy in FL says he has two sets of working hour wheel and pinion that he'll sell for $175 along with the 2892/DD combo. Others have reported success with his parts, so that's a good sign. But of course, as always, your mileage may vary!