the_rymeister Posted January 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 try it on the rubber PO strap you have too, will look like a totally different watch yet again-always good to have options! as for the gen bezel like i've said before-its cool to have but not really worth it...plus alot of people dont know that the gen bezels insert is built into the bezel-not like the rep version where its glued on. people have removed it carefully but then you have to file down the gen insert on the back side to sit flat, or you can bond the whole bezel assembly in place (as the gen bezel doesnt fit straight on-too wide at the retention spring compared to the rep case...). defo not worth the 200+ quid new price, which is in effect the price of another rep... gotta say again though thats a superb franken UPO now and an excellant write up on the whole process-if anything this should be pinned as the info is invaluable to anybody wishing to attempt the same. Cheers again buddy for the dial I was a bit unsure to start but now I am defo set on the coloured numbers being a nicer touch on the dial, it gives it another feature.....I love it. Regards to the rubber strap like you said it always good to have choices,it keeps the watches fresh I agree to about the bezel i think I would rather put the money towards a nice 1680 build that's what I want to do next I think. Fancy a bit of vintage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_rymeister Posted January 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 It looks great Ryan, agree with you the gen bezels are ridiculously priced, not worth it unless you can pick one up 2nd hand.... They've gone up retail since last summer when they were about £170 back then in cousinsuk. I can't even imagine what parts for the newest ceramic PO 8500 would be like if we got to the stage of a good base case for a franken. It'd probably be 500 quid for a dial and 400 for the ceramic bezel. I think we are in the golden age of franken PO's ...the new one would probably be way too expensive to franken....it's all still speculation at this stage anyway. Cheers cougar much appreciated. Your probably not far off on the prices of the ceramic po, is that the liquid metal version? That is one beautiful looking watch. The day a good rep of one of those comes out it will be straight on order Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eton Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Nice!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 forget the gen bezel insert.. you need a gen crystal I opted for the gen crystal after the necessary tube and crown mod.. I'll be replacing dial and hands at some point.. Easiest and most affordable watch to mod with gen parts Great write up! -The other Ryan... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superlative Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Why didn't anybody buy that new 45mm PO dial that was on eBay for $145? Considering how much Ofrei and Cousins sells it for, you'd think one of you woulda snapped it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovecraft Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Why didn't anybody buy that new 45mm PO dial that was on eBay for $145? Considering how much Ofrei and Cousins sells it for, you'd think one of you woulda snapped it up! I'm looking for a 42 for my girly wrists but if I saw one I'd probably would have bought it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_rymeister Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 forget the gen bezel insert.. you need a gen crystal I opted for the gen crystal after the necessary tube and crown mod.. I'll be replacing dial and hands at some point.. Easiest and most affordable watch to mod with gen parts Great write up! -The other Ryan... Your right buddy gen crystal would be a better investment but again it's quite an expense. I'll keep my eyes open for some second hand parts . Moneys all tied up in my new tc sub which I ordered last night Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danza1812 Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 I have a similar project on the go, 42mm po, gen dial, hands, crown, tube, he valve and date wheel. Basically all it needs is a gen crystal and bezel and it's indistinguishable from a gen when on the wrist. I have to say ill try it without bezel and crystal but I know it will simply bug me knowing it doesn't look just quite perfect! Damn this hobby. I may try a bk tw sub next, gen insert and crown and call it a day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ta8088 Posted February 25, 2012 Report Share Posted February 25, 2012 Fantastic write up. I've got two UPO's sitting here that have crown/tube issues that I'd like to get sorted out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaifender Posted February 25, 2012 Report Share Posted February 25, 2012 Fantastic write up. I've got two UPO's sitting here that have crown/tube issues that I'd like to get sorted out. Gen Tube and Crown is the easiest mod ever! I say just go for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarface Posted June 8, 2012 Report Share Posted June 8, 2012 You are headed straight onwards towards Rookie of the Year ... to come in here, a straight up noob, learn about the models, buy a watch, fix it then mod it ... I'm very impressed. +1 Sent from my Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indywatchguy Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 Awesome job my friend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_rymeister Posted September 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 Thanks Indy recently I've fitted gen bezel insert and double ar'd crystal and now I think it looks complete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indywatchguy Posted September 10, 2012 Report Share Posted September 10, 2012 Hey Ry what TD did you purchase your 45mm PO from? I'm very interested in purchasing one but don't want to mod it. I usually buy from Andrew at trusty time. I want one that comes with the AR and centered bezel. Does that exist? Please help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_rymeister Posted September 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2012 Hi Indy I bought mine form josh but any of the td's have the same watch, they don't generally come with centered pearl hence fitting a gen insert to correct it. the standard upo 45 are still a fantastic out of the box rep I just got my gen parts fairly cheap and have enjoyed modding my watch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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