William Campbell Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 Why on earth would I want to do this? Well, I buy watches for the look. I don't really care whether or not it has an automatic movement. In fact, I would prefer that it had a quartz for the obvious reasons people like quartz. Plus, I do not have to worry about servicing and failure of the movement if I don't service it. So, can this be done, and is there anything I need to be aware of? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 Yes it can be done, and yes there is plenty to be aware of. First and most obvious is that the quartz movement will fit into the case. Next is that the stem lines up. And what crown is now required? Stem size? Then you must think of how you will secure the movement into the case. Will the movement attach to the dial? Next you will need to consider the hands and pinions. Will you have clearance on the dial? What hands can you use? If it is a chrono things get even more complicated with with sub dials, spacing,what each operates as,....... So there are a multitude of things to consider, and I have only listed some here, ....I'm sure those who regularly undertake this have many more areas for you to think through. But it is doable, we'd all love to see a photo essay of your attempt. Offshore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 Offshore, I find this very interesting also. My mailman prefers Quartz watches...! What can I say... I have gotten the bug in him, except I seem to be the one buying him watches.. Some people just want the watch ready to go..No winders..Not my way except obvious another way of live I guess... MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fakemaster Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 It is definitely a process. Takes a lot of time and parts to find the right combos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tudorking Posted December 22, 2009 Report Share Posted December 22, 2009 If you are trying to replace the commonest movement, the ETA 2824 you should be able to use the IS 1198-101. ISA 1198-101, T: 3.25 mm, SH: 1.75 mm (Hands 90/150/20) regards TudorKing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klink Posted December 23, 2009 Report Share Posted December 23, 2009 one can but then why on earth? Must be 'different strokes' maimen do bring us joyous... Life is Good! Klink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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