Malakei Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Hey there guys, i'm no movement expert so i'm really not sure if this is possible but logically it does seem to be to me I've noticed the large difference in the subdial spacing between the gen moonwatch and the typical replica 7750 you see around. However, i've also noticed the accuracy of the subdial spacing on the quartz versions. Is it possible to use the case of a quartz moon rep and swap in another type of chrono movement that uses the same chrono subdial spacing? Is there a movement with the proper spacing other then the gen omega? Ideally im trying to make a fairly accurate moon rep here and it just looks way too far off with the 7750 IMO. Any ideas?? Thanks Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malakei Posted February 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Only other movement i know of is the st-19 and freeze the chrono at 6. but is that the right solution?? honestly the frozen chrono wouldnt bother me but id like to make it as close as possible looking so I dont get called out lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 This is the Holy Grail quest for many...proper spacing on a tricompax layout. There is a newer movement with the tighter spacing that has only been released with the PO Chrono and the Omega Double Eagle Constellation...no Moon Watch version unfortunately. The Sea Gull is still a wide format spacing so inaccurate. The display back (though inaccurate) does show a beautiful watch movement. There has been a big desire in the community for the factories to release a more accurately spaced Speedy with the new compact layout...but it hasn't happened yet. So...until then...who knows. You could try sourcing a replacement tightly-spaced movement from the dealers, a quartz version of the watch and see if you could make a hybrid...but you would likely want the better case and bracelet...and would need new hands maybe...hmmm... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 How much do you want to spend? When you start adding up the costs, you're getting close to the price of a gen. This one cost me $1000 on this very forum - there are bargains to be found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 How much do you want to spend? When you start adding up the costs, you're getting close to the price of a gen. This one cost me $1000 on this very forum - there are bargains to be found. Ooooh...rub it in Pug...I was minutes too slow on that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Ooooh...rub it in Pug...I was minutes too slow on that one. Yeah, sorry about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 8, 2010 Report Share Posted February 8, 2010 Yeah, sorry about that. No you're not. I wouldn't be either...I would be enjoying My Precioussss... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malakei Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Hmmm, yeah not interested in 1000. Would rather buy a gen at that point. Is it possible to swap the movements from the tighter spacing PO? I was thinking the same watch as you. Dunno if its on spacing wise or not or just closer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dovo1695 Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 If you figure out a way to do it, be sure to post the results. I've wondered about this myself... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P4GTR Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Hmmm, yeah not interested in 1000. Would rather buy a gen at that point. That is gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malakei Posted February 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 That is gen. Almost... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Almost... lol Pug's gen speedy was purchased from the forum for $1000. I remember the sale offer and pulled the trigger too slowly. Thumbs up to Pug though...got one of his grail pieces for a great price...but more importantly, a grail piece like this stayed with the RWG community of active members!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 9, 2010 Report Share Posted February 9, 2010 Almost... lol It's 100% gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ongck77 Posted February 10, 2010 Report Share Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) Look at the spacing of the sub dial you will know this is 1000% gen By the way, sweet 861 movement Pug Edited February 10, 2010 by ongck77 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baltic Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 Ah lovely gen there Pug. Nice to see. Me likey Speedys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 By the way, sweet 861 movement Pug It's a bit lovely, isn't it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slickdick Posted February 11, 2010 Report Share Posted February 11, 2010 It's a bit lovely, isn't it. Actually it is. For once the rep makers made it 100% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ongck77 Posted February 12, 2010 Report Share Posted February 12, 2010 It's a bit lovely, isn't it. Absolutely Still looking for used/homage/OEM clear back to show off my 1861, albeit is rhotium finished. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeadToucha Posted February 18, 2010 Report Share Posted February 18, 2010 (edited) 1000$ for this beauty ? Wooh nice catch !! And Malakei, even with a movement which allowed tight subdial spacing, IMHO the quartz dial is not so good, the subdial are not "recessed" the way it supposed to be Edited February 18, 2010 by HeadToucha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenmasters Posted May 6, 2010 Report Share Posted May 6, 2010 1000$ for this beauty ? Wooh nice catch !! And Malakei, even with a movement which allowed tight subdial spacing, IMHO the quartz dial is not so good, the subdial are not "recessed" the way it supposed to be Sorry for reviving this thread. Nice Gen ! I was wondering if anyone know what CASE MODEL # of the REP is ? If I wanted to swap case backs with a gen, I wanted to make sure it would fit. Would a 861 case (145.022) fit a replica speedy moon watch ? The same one Pugz posted in his first post ? I am willing to swap a "clear" case back for a solid one (that fits). cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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