1680 Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Hello, could anyone explain me, how a 2836 can get converted into a slow beat movement? I read, that someone did that, but couldn't find any infos. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneed12 Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Drop in a 2846. "Converting" one isn't really doable. You'd need a new balance wheel and new geartrain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1680 Posted June 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 I know using a 2846 would be the easiest solution. But I have a nive 2836 which needs to be serviced anyway and I haven't found a 2846 for under 100€ yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneed12 Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 There are two on eBay right now for ~$40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 That would be $40 plus a service! Stilty is the guy who knows how to convert and from a previous email he sent me, it basically sounds like it's a matter of ordering the right 2846 parts and making the conversion. But this might be a project for a watchmaker if you have to ask! So then you're back to what sneed said- buy a used 2846 and have it serviced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1680 Posted June 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 I know, but they maybe need a service too. And is the 2836 datewheel the same as the 2846 dw? Because I have the right silver dw on my current ETA movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slickdick Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 I know, but they maybe need a service too. And is the 2836 datewheel the same as the 2846 dw? Because I have the right silver dw on my current ETA movement. Yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 it neednt be a 2846, there about a dozen or so other compatible calibers of superior build and price that are low beat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougaree Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 Can I assume the 2846 is the same movement beating in automatic Swatch watch? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sneed12 Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 The Swatch caliber was the 2842, not the same. That movement has a lot of cost saving corners cut on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
preacher62 Posted June 3, 2011 Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 I know using a 2846 would be the easiest solution. But I have a nive 2836 which needs to be serviced anyway and I haven't found a 2846 for under 100€ yet. I have been posting that William S. McCaw Co. has new 2846s for $57.97. I have one in my 5512. Call 1-800-537-0343 and ask for Pete. The one I bought was brand new. I don't know if they are a current build item or not. The rep dealers say no...but this company tells me that they keep them in stock. http://www.mccawcompany.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1680 Posted June 3, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 3, 2011 Hi, I knew your link. Are these movements like plug'n play? I'll send them an email, hope they send to Europe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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