ubiquitous Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Soon, I hope! Since I'm no good with 7750's, I've entrusted this to someone with hands far more capable than my own to tackle the job. I want to ensure that this is done right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelizer Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Sounds like a plan having a job like that done proper! Looking forward to see the final result! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 I want that V1 Dial!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 When it all comes back, I'll let you know, Red... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Outstanding R !!! been waiting to get a look see at the gen dial.. and it is more than I imagined .. much more !!!! congratassssss Karma is shifting.. than G!!!!! AC R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest techlogik Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Wait..is that mine? Because it is at the shop having the same loving done to it....looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cronsell Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) Wait..is that mine? Because it is at the shop having the same loving done to it....looks great. Nope...I think it's mine, the only difference is my gen dial and hands are going on a gen movement and the crystal is from Takashi with gen-like AR It's great to see so many wonderful frankens of this amazing and perfectly designed pilot watch! I've said it before, but it bears repeating: this watch has a flawless aesthetic design and has a huge range of compatible fashion, from jeans and a t-shirt on a buffalo, kevlar, or bund strap, to suit and tie with the black croc or bracelet. I'm so glad to have one again!!! Edited October 29, 2009 by cronsell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
concepta Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Nope...I think it's mine, the only difference is my gen dial and hands are going on a gen movement and the crystal is from Takashi with gen-like AR It's great to see so many wonderful frankens of this amazing and perfectly designed pilot watch! I've said it before, but it bears repeating: this watch has a flawless aesthetic design and has a huge range of compatible fashion, from jeans and a t-shirt on a buffalo, kevlar, or bund strap, to suit and tie with the black croc or bracelet. I'm so glad to have one again!!! I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 It's hard not to worship this classic. Extremely versatile and aesthically it has great balance. I foresee mine getting a lot of wrist time once it comes home... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Damn, now I wish I hadn't had to sell mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatchaman Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 I love this photo, Ubi! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Damn, now I wish I hadn't had to sell mine Me too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
concepta Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Well guys...if you need new ones..you know where to go ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Great minds think a like. So now the only question is whose gets home first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted October 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Shouldn't be long now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 When it all comes back, I'll let you know, Red... Please do Ubi. Just need to get Chief crystal and day/date swap and I am good. Love this watch, but only wanted it with either a gen or v1 dial. And v1 from The Zigmeister? PLEASE PM! Thanks, and this watch looks amazing in person. A co-worker has a gen and the bracelet really helps it transition from the office to the client dinner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arminvanbuuren Posted November 8, 2009 Report Share Posted November 8, 2009 ubi i got the same mod as urs.. except mine doesnt have a eta7750 in it. even though i do have a spare one lying around somewhere... but just wondering tho.. i bought my 3717 from eddie lee about 2 yrs ago for $400 or so.. and i noticed the cartels are selling it for 270.. what are the main diff? i mean EL was telling me when i bought it that his is "built better".. but until today im still not convinced that EL's better... why are ppl willing to pay big prices for it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted November 9, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2009 I know for sure that EL's oiginal 100 was the first to be produced. There are some slight differences most certainly with the dial (markers/lume), and possibly with things like the case back, overall finising, engraving etc. I can't really say for sure whether these latter differences are intrinsic or even palpable by physical examination only; I've not had an EL100 and a 3rd generation example in hand to review side by side. I can say for certain that the dials are different, and this may or may not be the selling point. The original EL100 is easier/better for relume work due to the construction of the luminous markers. The V3 is more problematic as the markers are applied differently, and stand to risk more damage to the dial upon removal. Aside from that, I am not certain if there are any major differences with case or bracelet otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted November 10, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 My 3717 touched down today and it's on my wrist as I type. I loved this watch before; with the new parts added, I'm beyond ecstatic! Pics to follow soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Can't wait to see it Ubi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Ubi, looking forward to the photos and the play by play. ...still missing mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modelizer Posted November 10, 2009 Report Share Posted November 10, 2009 Pics to follow soon... Just reading that makes me beyond ecstatic! Can not wait for it to hit my screen ubi! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arminvanbuuren Posted November 13, 2009 Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 I know for sure that EL's oiginal 100 was the first to be produced. There are some slight differences most certainly with the dial (markers/lume), and possibly with things like the case back, overall finising, engraving etc. I can't really say for sure whether these latter differences are intrinsic or even palpable by physical examination only; I've not had an EL100 and a 3rd generation example in hand to review side by side. I can say for certain that the dials are different, and this may or may not be the selling point. The original EL100 is easier/better for relume work due to the construction of the luminous markers. The V3 is more problematic as the markers are applied differently, and stand to risk more damage to the dial upon removal. Aside from that, I am not certain if there are any major differences with case or bracelet otherwise. oh yes i understand about the lume markers on the dial .. i got told by zigmeister when he did the relume for me that EL version was better in terms of the dial.. but i just dont understand why eddie lee actually charged for more back in the days.. only for the fact that his dial has the right lume where as the others had the numbers lumed (what is now known as v2)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted November 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 I believe EL charged more for them, as he was the one that helped get this rep into production from the start. He was the initiator of this particular piece, and the subsequent V2 and V3 watches are a benefitting result of that initiative. If it weren't for his efforts, we might have ended up with a 3717 that wasn't quite as good as what we have now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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