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rosnik

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I wish I could help more, but just to give you inspiration in your quest it that I got this 21J from a member for like $100 back in the day. Keeps great time!

So they are out there!

Just look for a smaller crown, that is the main prob with most of the reps right now of these, they are just too darn big.

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The one CHT posted is probably one of the better versions. Nice shape on the numerals and a thin crown.

Many of the reps have either too thin, too fat or too square shaped numerals. Another thing to look for is correct crystal height.

It should be raised a few mm above the bezel. Many reps are not.

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I've got a really nice modded one I will consider parting with. It has the proper sized crown as well which is rare. It's currently on a black Maratac NATO. I've never worn the bracelet but I fully modded it and it's awesome, feels just like gen.

Here's some pics:

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UahhhhUUUUU! :victory:

Nice!!

Rosnik, if you want it, I'll do $160 shipped to EU. If not, it's available to anyone else for $150 shipped CONUS.

Very nice, Watchguy. Which version is it originaly? Did you change the crown or what are the mods?

Yes, I tracked down the proper crown for it. I also cleaned and aligned the crystal, dial and hands of dust/fingerprints, I regulated the movement and sealed the case so it's fully waterproof. The bracelet I oiled, lightly stretched, deburred, and modified the clasp for the proper click. It's an awesome rep, practically 1:1 and you can wear it with anything.

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Watchguy, what 'I Do' mean??

Are you a watch modder?

I'm interested, can you please, get extra info and pictures about your Explorer I ?

Movement is Eta Gen or Asia? Or other movement?

Bracelet?

Crystal?

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Watchguy, what 'I Do' mean??

Are you a watch modder?

I'm interested, can you please, get extra info and pictures about your Explorer I ?

Movement is Eta Gen or Asia? Or other movement?

Bracelet?

Crystal?

Yes, I mod all my own watches. The movement is Asian, I really don't believe in paying the extra for a so called "Swiss movement" when the Asian ones will run really nice and reliable with a servicing. I think they assemble the watches in a dirty work environment and that leads to most of the problems.

The bracelet is the one that came with it and modded. It has Solid End-Links, and I have an extra link for it as well. The crystal is one I had from a previous build. It has a great coronet etching that's not too apparent(which is something to watch out for with most Exp I reps).

You must assume customs risks if I'm shipping it to EU.

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