watcher Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 The rep clasp usually looks pretty good and I may yet go down the gen bracelet route. I will see how well it all turns out first! OMG watcher! wow! That's an extensive list! Going all out huh? lol that's awesome!! I'll eventually get there.. I figured I'd get the core stuff first then I'll get into the SEL's and caseback, etc. But since you've got most of everything, why don't you add this to your shopping list: http://www.ofrei.com/page666.html#17252 $146.50 OME-117ST1579951 It's *just* the clasp with the engraving.. I don't think it comes with the slider and what not. That def. completes the 'Look' !! btw pm replied Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 Hey watcher, got a part# for the SEL ? I can't find it @ Ofrei's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 Yeah, OME-026ST951 x 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 aweomse thanks!!! this thread turned from a 'gen caseback' inquiry into a gen omega resource acquisition lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 (edited) OMG..... $59 for ONE endlink!! I would have expected at least a pair for that price.... oh well... it's going into the shopping cart anyway! Edited August 4, 2010 by ianGP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 4, 2010 Report Share Posted August 4, 2010 I think the rest of the band is ok and close enough but you will see a big difference in the sel's! My watch is on hold now until the crystal comes in at Cousins, they are back ordered! and also at Ofrei too!! I think you got the last one ianGP!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 8, 2010 Report Share Posted August 8, 2010 @Iangp Does you're gen crystal that you just received from Ofrei have the blue tint or is it Omega's new transparant AR coating. Mine is on special order with Cousins so not sure which I will receive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 8, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2010 it looks more transparent but it's got a bit of blue if you shine light at just the right angle.... is the new transparent AR supposed to be completely transparent? did they mention if they were two different part#'s ? now i'm curious which one i got! lol When I talked to Ofrei, they sounded like this was the only crystal for that particular case# and didn't mention other options Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spooky driver Posted August 8, 2010 Report Share Posted August 8, 2010 ok you guys are nuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 9, 2010 Report Share Posted August 9, 2010 My crystal arrives tomorrow but as far as I can see the new omega ar coatings do not have blue hue/tint at all. The liquidmetal has the new coating but the whole range will have it eventually. UPDATE:The crystal arrived today and luckily it is the blue one. I just love the blue with the orange bezel combo! Just wish the watch would hurry up and arrive from PT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted August 9, 2010 Report Share Posted August 9, 2010 Watcher - would you mind measuring your caseback when you get it? I am curious to see if it would fit the 42mm case... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2010 Watcher, got the stem and tube!! thanks mucho!! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 My pleasure! Still no watch from PT! nearly 3 weeks now. Looking at all my gens parts and itching to build!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 Watcher - would you mind measuring your caseback when you get it? I am curious to see if it would fit the 42mm case... Will do but I would have thought not looking at pics of both sizes on watches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 I would tend to agree with you, just keeping my fingers crossed as I didn't see what for a 42mm on his site... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andreww Posted August 12, 2010 Report Share Posted August 12, 2010 Not really 100% positive, but I'm fairly certain that I've seen a gen caseback on an UPO before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2010 any idea where andreww? Curious to see how it fits/looks btw, I modded my own UPO :) Installed crystal, hands, dial, and correct DW. AND it's my first time ever going past opening a caseback lol I just had a lot of patience. I put the hands on and off several times because I couldn't get it positioned quite right to where the date turns at midnight... i got close though! 11:58 Not very many pictures but here's a few with my new DSSD: And lume shot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 Looks good pal! Have you fitted the crown and tube yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 Not yet! I'm goin to try and tackle that sometime this weekend.... Any tips on how to remove the tube? At least a list of 'what not to do' ? lol I also gotta find me a silicon grease and some type of marine epoxy to waterproof this baby - any specific product recommendations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I think most guys use a narrow file and push into the tube and twist and with a bit of luck it will come out without much hassle. Not got my watch yet(long story!) so cannot say for sure. I use Permatex Cold Weld bonding compound for fixing things like tubes but other strong adhesives will work too. Ofrei have informed me that my caseback is on order but not sure when it will arrive. Did you fit the gen end links too? Here is a pic of my parts list so far! Spare UPO bracelet with gen end links fitted Gen Bezel Assembly(not sure yet about fitting options) Gen dial Gen Hands Gen Gasket Gen Crystal Gen Crown Gen Tube Gen DW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I believe the the tube is pressed in just like the 42mm version. To remove it you need to get a fairly small rat-tailed file to stick inside the tub. You then press the file into the tube twisting as you go until you get it in there nice and tight, then start twisting and pulling out. You'll have it out of there fairly quickly. Make sure to tape off the rest of the case to prevent any scratches. If I am wrong on the construction, I am sure somebody will correct me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 Watcher beat me to it. For your bezel, I don't believe you can get the whole thing on the case (not like a 42mm where you can swap em). I believe most people just use the insert on the Replica bezel... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ianGP Posted August 18, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 ah gotcha! K, I'll keep you guys updated if i manage to get some time to do it this weekend! btw, what's the part # for that green thingy for the crystal?? I never got that Would I need to grease that up too? So far what I'm thinking to waterproof: seal the HE valve with epoxy grease caseback rubber O-ring gasket grease crown rubber 0-ring gasket did I miss anything? (besides the green thingy for the crystal) Btw, watcher - all the parts are looking mighty good!! I had it all lined up like that too when I was waiting for my UPO lol! And no, I never bought the endlinks.... I figure I'll do that later...Mine's fitted with the rubber strap for now anyway PS... can't wait for your caseback to arrive!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I will have a good look at why the bezel will not fit when the watch arrives. Tried to find some hard evidence pics on here about that but could not find any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbutlerman Posted August 18, 2010 Report Share Posted August 18, 2010 I just know it second-hand. I've never tried to fit one, just been told they don't fit. Hopefully you'll find a way to get it mounted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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