mikekendal Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 Yes, I am absolutely brand new at this hobby. I have a 3717 on the way from Replicamake and would like to have the ETA DDW swap, double AR and markers lumed. In trolling the forum Chief is too busy and K2222 isn't taking new PM's, any suggestions on who I can contact for mods. I'm in the middle of USA. Thanks in advance for your kind reply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted June 21, 2011 Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 "In trolling the forum..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikekendal Posted June 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 21, 2011 "In trolling the forum..." Thanks Chief! Any suggestions? The noob needs help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhorn Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 If you can't get into Chief's AR run, the next best thing is to order the Taka crystal. Then send to Vac for the install, lume and DW swap. You'll end up with something like this ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobster Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Also, if you want to go and push the boat out a little further, you can contact "Concepta" who can source you gen pieces for the 3717 I.E. dial, crystal etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 @ Lobster, Are you an alias for Nik, or are you just shilling for him? M, A Taka crystal is going to be much cheaper than an IWC saphire. He has them ready to purchase, so you don't need to send and wait for yours to be done. You can sell the rep crystal on this forum. Ditto tomhorn about VAC. And since you are not going to do a movement sway, I would suggest that you send your hands, too. The lume will be consistent ... very nice touch. I think Vac may do the DDW, too. If not, there are some other guys who are more than capable. If you decide to go with IWC parts, and since you are "in the middle of USA", PM me. You will not have to worry about Customs issues. Keep us posted on your project, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kravaff Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 How does the strength of the AR coating compare between the gen crystal the Chiefs and Taka? How can one contact Taka? Hope this info will help also the original poster! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 2 Geeks There are other people who do AR. Just look at the other areas on this forum, maybe Mods. Good luck, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobster Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 @ Lobster, Are you an alias for Nik, or are you just shilling for him? Yeah Mike, I am doing exactly that considering that all the dealers stock gen items and I am singling people out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kravaff Posted June 22, 2011 Report Share Posted June 22, 2011 Is anyone able to answer the question about the AR strength and scratch resistance on these different types of crystals? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhorn Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Is anyone able to answer the question about the AR strength and scratch resistance on these different types of crystals? My pic above is of the Taka crystal. The first pic was shot with a very bright spotlight directly over the watch and no filter. The AR is excellent and matches the gen AR pretty well. Have had no scratching issues, but then again I am not all that tough on my watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhorn Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Is anyone able to answer the question about the AR strength and scratch resistance on these different types of crystals? My pic above is of the Taka crystal. The first pic was shot with a very bright spotlight directly over the watch and no filter. The AR is excellent and matches the gen AR pretty well. Have had no scratching issues, but then again I am not all that tough on my watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 ????! Is anyone able to answer the question about the AR strength and scratch resistance on these different types of crystals? Look on Francisco's sub-forum. He did a review on a couple of AR treatments, and he recommended someone in the EU, besides 2Geeks, and Chief. If it's not on this forum, it will be on one of the others. If someone wants to send me crystals to review, I have the rep and IWC. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehfour Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 Where can one source the eta day date wheels from? How much do they typically cost? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimme Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 (edited) I paid 10€ for each a while back. Bought them from 2geek. He no longer carries one of the two. Try cousins, or google. Edited June 23, 2011 by Gimme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francisco Posted June 23, 2011 Report Share Posted June 23, 2011 ????! Look on Francisco's sub-forum. He did a review on a couple of AR treatments, and he recommended someone in the EU, besides 2Geeks, and Chief. If it's not on this forum, it will be on one of the others. If someone wants to send me crystals to review, I have the rep and IWC. Mike Yes, i reviewed fine_dd AR treatmet. it is very scratch resistant... although the reflection is neutral or a bit yellow... but this is nice for some watches. threads are here: Regards, Francisco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texski Posted June 24, 2011 Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 Francisco, Thanks! Speaking for myself, I appreciate your experience and the knowledge you share. Systematic testing with good controls and objective results. This is another fine example of the work we benefit from. Thanks again, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikekendal Posted June 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2011 Thanks for all the great replies. I will PM Vac for lume, and DDW install. Checked 2geeks for Taka crystal and they are sold out for 3717. I will do a little digging to try to find Fine dd as an option based on Francisco's excellent review. I sourced my DDW from watchpart.co.uk cost of $33.76 including shipping to US. You guys are the best !! Thanks for helping me get started in this hobby. I was actually afraid no one would respond to my 1st post. I appreciate the help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timer888 Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Great thread, I'm new to rep watch game and have been admiring the IWC 3717. About to pull the trigger and purchase one through watch international 'Mary', and do the mods as mentioned in this thread. However, where/who on the forum can service the watch? Can I ask, where can I source the IWC leather strap with deployment buckle, is this a gen part only? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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