danza1812 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 I have posted many topics about the mods I have made to my UPO to show off this watch along the way. Each time I claimed to have completed my mod project, but each time i found myself wanting to go the next step! The project over 6 months has cost a few pounds, but it's not as noticeable over time and I have enjoyed the challenge and reward of carrying out the mods myself. I must add, I am a novice, it is down to threads from Ubiquitous, Pugwash and many others that have given me the courage to attempt these 'operations' myself! So now I think I have finished and here she is: She is sporting: 1. used gen bezel insert, 2. gen dial, 3. gen hands, 4. gen crystal, 5. gen crown and tube, 6. gen datewheel and 7. a nice rep rubber strap (maybe to be replaced by a gen strap of some kind!!) I have to say IMO each mod is well worth it in its own right, even subtle mods like the datewheel and crown and tube, give it that slightly more crisp finish, If people ask if my watch is genuine, I will tell them no, because its not....but actually most of it is apart from the case and the movement! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) Should I be upset or hurt that no-one has commented on this watch? A modded watch normally gets a couple of remarks either way, how unusual! lol!! Edited October 29, 2009 by matt2302 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubiquitous Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 I think it looks great. It's progressed very well, and you are absolutely correct- Each step adds just a little more refinement. It's not so much about the cost of such projects in my opinion (after all, a gen is easily obtained at pricing that is probably close to a build), but rather the fun one can have in putting something like this together. Those that get it, get it. Those that don't understand just miss out on one of the best aspects of this hobby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Looks Gen to me but then best part is that you did the work your self!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krpster Posted October 29, 2009 Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Nice work. Very satisfying to do it yourself. Especially when the results are so great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimster Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Excellent work and you have the satisfaction of finding that screw you dropped in the carpet and the reminder to always work on hardwood floors. Great job! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vafarmer70 Posted November 4, 2009 Report Share Posted November 4, 2009 Holy crap. That is sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landwomble Posted November 4, 2009 Report Share Posted November 4, 2009 That's gorgeous <looks sadly at standard PO rep on wrist!> Where did you get the strap from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted November 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 4, 2009 Shes fully complete and now for sale in trade section! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWG Technical Posted November 4, 2009 Report Share Posted November 4, 2009 Not sure how we all missed this one when it was first put up. Well done, great workmanship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted November 4, 2009 Report Share Posted November 4, 2009 Nice work on the franken! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackwater Posted November 13, 2009 Report Share Posted November 13, 2009 Where does one find the parts to do this? I have a UPO that came with the 12 o'clock marker crooked. I would love to replace the dial. Any help would be appreciated. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iglutikut Posted November 14, 2009 Report Share Posted November 14, 2009 It looks fantastic. be very proud of your accomplishments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thogaa Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 Wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanikai Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 Lookin good Matt !! Congrats .. a Chiefs AR would be icing on the cake.. to your beauty !! AC Lani Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jkay Posted November 15, 2009 Report Share Posted November 15, 2009 Where does one find the parts to do this? I have a UPO that came with the 12 o'clock marker crooked. The normal parts vendors have Omega watch parts. They are not rare and hard to find like other watch parts. Ofrei .. Cousins .. you can simply order the parts; no magic or begging needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxman Posted November 20, 2009 Report Share Posted November 20, 2009 Job well done my friend, you should be proud, I know I would be. The thing I dont understand Is everytime someone puts there time, money and effort In these projects the first thing they do Is turn around and sell the dam thing. I dont get It Mike (ps) no disrespect to the op, I just dont get It. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted November 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2009 Lookin good Matt !! Congrats .. a Chiefs AR would be icing on the cake.. to your beauty !! AC Lani Hi Lani, I know chiefs AR is amazing, but I have the gen crystal already and it is really special, probably my favourite mod on this UPO. Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted November 20, 2009 Report Share Posted November 20, 2009 Missed this one. Outstanding work Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulw Posted November 23, 2009 Report Share Posted November 23, 2009 Hi Matt. Nice piece, and kudos for doing it yourself. I have one similar but I chickened out and had the Master do the work for me. I am intrigued by your crystal comment. I have chiefs AR and it's brilliant but I have wondered about the difference in optical quality. You have both so would you mind elaborating on the differences? Cheers, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted November 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2009 I have no idea, but simply dont need chiefs ar cos I have the gen crystal. As I am replicating a gen why not have the gen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raijor Posted November 23, 2009 Report Share Posted November 23, 2009 That is a good piece of work. Well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted December 6, 2009 Report Share Posted December 6, 2009 I'd like to add my (late) voice to the "Very Nice!" crowd. Excellent job, what a beauty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luso Posted December 7, 2009 Report Share Posted December 7, 2009 (edited) Friends, I have a 42mm POrikaa and the dial´s proportions seem to be more like the ones on the 45mm. Can anyone tell me the diamter of a gen 45mm dial? Thank you! Edited December 7, 2009 by Luso Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luso Posted December 7, 2009 Report Share Posted December 7, 2009 BTW, the POrikaa 42mm does not accept gen crowns, by fractions of mm. The Gen has 6.5mm in diameter and the POrikaa 6mm. From what I have seen and learned so far, the POrikaa should be kept and enjoyed as it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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