danielv2000 Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 I use to hate the Comex. Something about the white logo sprawled across the dial. Lately, it's grown on me. Seriously grown. I'm not sure what to get. Any advice? I have plenty of date-subs and plenty of Sea Dwellers. Therefore, I'm leaning towards a no-date Comex. My understanding is that this would need an HEV valve. Anyways, whatever input you guys have would be appreciated. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 If this fails to dissuade you from wasting your money on a Comex, I am sure Ubi can come up with something that will Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deltatahoe Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 yes, don't bother with a comex.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Whatever you do, don't think about a COMEX... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Don't even bother with a sleeper COMEX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pitter Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 +1 also thinking about buying one.... Now there is the trouble .... But there are hightbeat and lowbeat versions...The lowbeat with 316l steel the highbeat with 316f....Any recommendations? Reviews? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArkoN Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 maybe have a look at the 16610 comex from watcheden, have a look here: http://www.repgeek.com/showthread.php?t=137501&highlight=16610+comex And have a look in this thread about Comex: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted February 26, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Freddy, asimplefarmer what case is that with the HE? What kind of movement do you have in it? Deltahoe, does yours have an HE valve? I've gone back to the Austriarep Comex thread even though it was not a no-date. That piece was stunning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 yes, don't bother with a comex.... Is that the legendary RepAustria COMEX? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Freddy, asimplefarmer what case is that with the HE? What kind of movement do you have in it? Deltahoe, does yours have an HE valve? I've gone back to the Austriarep Comex thread even though it was not a no-date. That piece was stunning. MBW 5513 case I believe with a yuki HE valve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watchmeister Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Is that the legendary RepAustria COMEX? Well I suppose it is comparable to the legendary Ubi/Ziggy 5514 asimplefarmer is sporting. By the way, Daniel be forewarned none of the watches above are anything like stock. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted February 26, 2012 Report Share Posted February 26, 2012 Freddy what case is that with the HE? What kind of movement do you have in it? Case is from an old rep with a working he valve. Movement is a Rolex 1520 with gen handset, gen T19 crystal, gen 703 crown/tube & caseback from another old cheap rep that I hand-stamped for the Comex number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted February 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 Case is from an old rep with a working he valve. Movement is a Rolex 1520 with gen handset, gen T19 crystal, gen 703 crown/tube & caseback from another old cheap rep that I hand-stamped for the Comex number. Freddy, thanks for the links. That is an impressive build. You've given me something to reach for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted February 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 ingod does not carry Comex dials. Anyone know the best source for a no date Comex dial? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted February 27, 2012 Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 Try here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andygt Posted February 27, 2012 Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 Another alternative if you don't have bottomless pockets is this budget build by RA: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flex Posted February 27, 2012 Report Share Posted February 27, 2012 i have a 5514 case-back (phong).. if you are building a project, let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted February 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 I've done much reading in the last few days. And given the various projects I have under way, I am wondering if I am not better off going with a 1665 Comex. I already have a rarely used MBW Great White with gen crystal, crown, tube and insert like my DRSD. I would need a case back, ingod dial and gen movement (another one!). Only bugger for me is that I end up with 3 SD's... I guess that's why Ive been holding onto the MBW 1665. The 5514 Comex is that much rarer and I would like to have the no date option but that also means adding yet another watch to the stable... or as my wife would say, "the same black face watch"! Once again, I keep going back and forth. Therapy over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Isn't the 1665 case too thick for a 5514? I thought the 5514 was thinner, a sub sized case but with an Hev valve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asf Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Isn't the 1665 case too thick for a 5514? I thought the 5514 was thinner, a sub sized case but with an Hev valve. yeah I believe the 1665 case is too thick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danielv2000 Posted February 29, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 yeah I believe the 1665 case is too thick Isn't the 1665 case too thick for a 5514? I thought the 5514 was thinner, a sub sized case but with an Hev valve. Sorry, I meant build a 1665 comex as a 1665 Comex instead of building a 5514 Comex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star69 Posted February 29, 2012 Report Share Posted February 29, 2012 Comex - seriously ? that's gonna be not exactly easy - good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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