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Yeah...not too many that meet that criteria. Technically the Breitling GT works: But not sure of the slide rule meets the rotating bezel criteria (by definition it does...but not quite what you're looking for probably). If you remove the DAY requirement...there are a lot more...but the Day & Date constraint makes it tough. Another almost there option is the MB Chrono: APROO City of Sails, IWC Spitfire as well (no rotating bezel). The IWC GST looks like it sort of has an inner rotating bezel...but it doesn't rotate. Why the strict criteria?

Yes. The ETA datewheel should fit this movement. You can stick on an overlay...but you have to worry about height issues with the added thickness...in order to allow the wheel to turn...not that easy with the tricompax mod. The other issue with the overlay and photocopying is that the resolution of photocopying by most high end printing standards sucks. Screen printing is the only way to get things looking neat and crisp at these small font sizes and small error tolerances. As you can see in the pic below, the tricompax mod adds a chunk of stuff ON TOP so there's not a lot of room to work with in order to fit it into a case designed for a movement with 7750/7753 thickness. The concern I have is, if they had to add a bunch of gears to move the subdials towards centre, that they jewel them properly so you don't end up with another metal-on-metal drive-train wear/strain situation like the seconds at 6 movement. @ Dadog - Yes...the Picot LE would qualify for this.

I can help out to the best of my ability...let me know any more details if you have them.

Well done!!

Tell me about it. I've been on course the last couple days so not on the forum. I saw Andrew's site and jumped on the post. I thought I was being clever. HAH!! This is hopefully good news. Hopefully this isn't a metal on metal reliability disaster waiting to happen. 10,000 pieces sold for the PO chrono...or was that for all watches in that configuration? Wow!! Thanks BT!!

I just saw this on Andrew's site for his new PO Chrono: It says: Made with a Genuine Watch as sample Now with Closer Subdial Spacing Modified Asian Valjoux 7750 (28,800 bph) **Working Regulator & Modified with Closer Subdials This could be interesting. Somebody get one of these to The Zigmeister, Francisco or one of the other movement masters for analysis!!!

They shouldn't be...as the markers are metal applique arabic numerals filled with lume. I'm still in the debate about whether or not to send mine your way. MORE TO THE POINT...I can't believe Mr. Whatever's attitude. If people actually spent some time and researched what you do...and what you are able to accomplish with the "starting material" you get...perhaps they would have a better appreciation of the final product. These are rep watches...so, sometimes even the movements can't be serviced if a critical part has blown and can't be replaced. I hope people realize that the fact that a watch is a Chinese rep with no quality control is a real constraint to the final product. If you can't do it...it can't be done...especially with lume work.

Yup...kids add lots in the way of immeasurable wealth...but can interefere with the accumulation of toys. I could be buying a gen vintage Rolex 1655 and a PAM or 2 every year with the amount I spend on childcare. Sheesh!! At least my son likes to pick out the watch I wear every day and likes to look at a few before he goes to bed (he's 4!!). Welcome to RWG. Great Community. Great Info. I'm from Toronto and there are quite a few top members in Canada including The Zigmeister the uber watchmaker...so don't feel alone. Read my Noob Guide to get you helped on your way (linked in my signature)...or PM me with any questions. Canuck privilege. Hah.

It does indeed. I think it's an interesting story. I have a few screws and tiny springs lying on my floor I'm sure!! I just never bothered replacing them...lucky no critical parts have flown off for me. It will happen...it happens to everyone at least once in their life I'm sure.

Many of the really nice ones you see here are what are called "Frankentonas" in that they have a mix of genuine Rolex parts and replica parts. In extreme cases...almost all the parts are genuine...except the movement...which may be an Ebel or Movado El Primero movement...which is in fact genuine...but without the Rolex branding. A high end Frankentona like that will cost $4,000+. The other replicas which are not as good and use an A7750 movement are about $300 and available from all the dealers.

That's pretty funny. It doesn't seem too many of these shops have anything worthwhile. I wonder how the high end factories get the volume to make things profitable without pushing for every retail chain option.

We can help...or better...we have already helped. You found RWG...all the information is on the forum you require. Read my Noob Guide for links to answer all your questions. There are links there to the European dealers to buy from (Precious Time, Eurotimez and I think Narikka??).

Nothing beats the excitement of cracking open that box. Big congrats. What kind of movement is in that? And...is there an inner rotating bezel that sets the world time?

Great collection there. I do like the GMT IIc. I'm in the market for a winder...not sure which way to go.

No sweat. Nice Frog/Bufo avatar.

Heh heh...fun fun. Give us the results tomorrow.

Nope. It's hit and miss. The "risk" can play out in some cases as many have had them last years with no service and no problem...while others only a few months. I have one with a sticking reversing wheel that has low PR...but I still wear it. As to The Zigmeister...if you've booked an appointment in the past and never made it, or have asked a lot of questions or "annoying" questions without booking work...you will find yourself on his "blocked" list. He does the watch work as a hobby and has more potential for work than time to complete it. Good luck with the decision. It's a fun one!!

Slick!!!

You mean the Superocean Steelfish...not the Superocean Heritage. I would have to say the Fish is more "practical" for daily wear...and flexible as you can change the look of it with rubber, leather, bracelet. I love my AT though....wear it all the time...but have other watches that fill the Fish's void. If you can get both...otherwise...I would start with the Fish...and get the AT later...especially if it goes on sale!!

If you're in Canada you can get them new for $120 CDN I think from Somal Canada. Peter (Watchstation) I know can get them for more shipped from China.

That watch was released at the 2008 Baselworld show as part of their limited Museum Collection. The back of the watch has a 1949 date stamping on it as pictured below: Official details are: Model No: 516.53.39.50.02.001 Movement: Manual-winding chronograph with: Co-Axial Escapement, Column wheel chronograph mechanism, Omega free sprung-balance Calibre: Omega Calibre 3201. 55 hours power reserve Metal: 18ct Rose Gold Water Resistance: 100m Case Size: 39mm, Omega vintage logo embossed on crown. Polished clasped 18ct Rose Gold caseback with special Museaum engraving and limited edition number Crystal: Domed anti reflective scratch resistant sapphire crystal Dial Options: Creamed opaline silver dial with opaline silver recorders, Diamond polished applied 18 Ct 4N rose gold vintage Omega logo, facetted indexes and 12H hour-marker, Pulsometer (red) and tachymeter (blue) tracks transferred on dial Strap/Bracelet: Brown Alligator strap Box: Special Omega Museum Collection presentation box WHAT'S IT ABOUT? It's a tribute to 1949 obviously when Omega introduced the Racend Timer. As its name implies, it was a "Race End Timer" and was the first photo finish camera ever that allowed the capture of group finishes at the end of the line. It is not based on any historical watch...but is just a nicely RG finished Speedmaster, essentially. The movement is the same movement used in the 50th Anniversary Speedmasters. The 3801 (manual) is essentially a stripped down caliber 3313 (auto) from what I've read, and will no longer be made. Both are based on the Piguet 1285 ebauche. Newer watches will be based on their newer 8500/8501 calibers (yes, as in the Hour Vision). The dial includes Tach markings as expected per Speedmasters and in accordance to timing "pedigree"...but also features a Pulsemeter which, in combination with the chronograph seconds hand, allows for accurate pulse measurements to be taken...which I suppose for the marketing folks, was put there to measure of the pulse of the winner...or the person watching the race if they had a lot of money riding on the finish. If you're wondering how the pulsemeter works...essentially...each are calibrated to a certain fixed value...in this case 30 beats. Run the chrono and count 30 beats. Where the chrono second hand stops...is how many per minute. You can read more instructions on using these watches in my guide to "How to Win Friends and Influence Beautiful Women" linked in my signature.

Read the reviews on the watch. There are TONNES...and have more detailed photos and comparisons than you can expect from a response to this thread. Many members here have written up some FANTASTIC reviews...taking many hours to photograph and write...and the Deep Sea is one of those that has been written up many times already. Look for Lanikai's photos of the watch...and use the Search feature to find threads about this watch. Welcome aboard. Read my Noob Guide linked in my signature to get yourself up and running quickly.

An interesting write-up. Can you do one on how to redial a Rolex gilt 6542?

Franck Muller Crazy Hours "COLORDRBAMS" - No 117 5850

The BS looks really good on that strap.