aeromatic Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 This movement as a sterile 3135 would go great in this sterile homage 6538 bond watch i think the case set is superb in its own write even though its not our usual thing on a replica watch forum! Just think no more customs and trademark worries! or the case could be modded to resemble the vintage 6538! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 I think it is safe to say that, eventually, many of Rolex's calibers will be cloned. This will not only be a boon to franken builders, but, also, to gen owners who, because of Rolex's onerous & unaccommodating trade policies, have found it difficult (at best) to source replacement parts for their watches. Imagine being able to source new ebauches & parts for the 72B, 722, 630 or 1030gmt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchguy51 Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Is the balance bridge on these a proper one? Or is it just like those old A2836 - 3135 lookalikes with a pointless extra metal bar to make it look like a balance bridge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 It would be nice to not have to screw with DW overlays, be able to use gen hands, etc. I could give a rats a$$ whether the "markings" would fool anybody as I don't go around showing off a watches innards to strangers or try to sell them as "real"... The last clone 3135 I inspected had stamped (as in ink or paint) markings anyway, I'd rather have a sterile one that could be properly engraved later... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aeromatic Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 If the Yuki movement is the same as the A3135, then yes...it will fit gen and gen-spec date wheels Im sure it will be Yukis parts are made to fit to his cases and dials and they are made to gen specs! he must have comissioned these movements i tried to buy clone movements from the rep seller but was told they are limited and not available as movement only you email to confirm it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amespinosa Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 If the Yuki movement is the same as the A3135, then yes...it will fit gen and gen-spec date wheels hmmm.. interesting. maybe maybe for my next build i'll utilize this movement. i saw a seller at amazon that deals with replacment datewheeles for a 3135 movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 It would be nice to not have to screw with DW overlays, be able to use gen hands, etc. I could give a rats a$$ whether the "markings" would fool anybody as I don't go around showing off a watches innards to strangers or try to sell them as "real"... The last clone 3135 I inspected had stamped (as in ink or paint) markings anyway, I'd rather have a sterile one that could be properly engraved later... Exactly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Dont want to thread jack if anyone needs a nice rep dial for one of these movements PM me I have a Sean one with hands for a 16610/16800 sub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
automatico Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 "Hmm, accuracy aside, could you use this 3135 clone in a vintage rep and use the gen spec dial and hands that yuki sells?" The 3135 has been around since 1986 or so and is still being made today so it is not very well suited to a vintage project. Having a 28800 beat rate does not mix with vintage rolex watches either. What it IS good for is to make 16610, SD, sapphire DJ etc and be able to use genuine or genuine spec cases, dials, date wheels, hands etc. This is a big deal imho. Rather than putting an eta 2836 in a genuine or replica case with a date overlay and genuine rolex dial cemented on, you can buy a used 16200 etc case, dial, hands etc and have a super accurate DJ for not a lot of $$. There are two potential problems with this movement though: 1...Reliability. 2...Parts. We can only hope it is as good as the Seagull ST19. What is needed is a few guinea pigs to buy 'em and try 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 If it comes up as good as the ST19 then I will be in for five. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Just bought one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I may have to get one. I need to find hands that match my 16800 dial though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 If the movement is made to gen specs & you want to spice the cake, you could replace the bridges with gen parts. That way, it would look like almost like gen movement (I doubt it would fool a Rolex tech though). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 An interesting thought! For me though if it works ok then the markings don't bother me once it is tucked up in its case Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I'm with Justin for sure. If it works and it's reliable and I can use a gen dial and hands without modifying the whole thing, awesome. I will be able to finally have a super decent SSD and 16800 for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBOGH Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Interesting development... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2012 They are quick. Shipped from HK today! Just noticed they have put the price up but now include ems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Now for the topic of hands, are Yukis 3035 hands acceptable? I have been searching for something "affordable" and it's either Yuki, WSO(which I hate to say look damn good) and Clark's. E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 If I was headed in this direction Ephry....I would go ahead and spring for gen hands and dial. In fact I might do just that with my TC 16610. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 I have gen hands and dial going onto this for the moment until my gen 3135 is ready to install otherwise I wouldn't probably bother swapping out the eta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Wow Movement sent on Saturday and delivered in today, has to be a record. I will give a review later today. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Wow watcher! Crazy fast! Look forward to seeing pictures and a review Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 I have a gen 16800 dial with the right patina and aged look. Guess I will have to find a set if hands to match. Right now the budget is super tight. E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Watcher, let us know what it looks like and such. Yuki claims no set screws come in(case screws). I would like to know if the movement fits the case correctly etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watcher Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 That is correct, no screws are supplied. First impressions are quite good. It is finished pretty well with a pair of cheap hands fitted. Date changes smoothly and the stem feels secure and works crisply in the date position and when setting the time. The hands do not jump when the crown is pushed back in. Crown rotates clockwise when advancing the time and date. When I get home I will snap some pics and try fitting my gen lv dial and hands and date wheel!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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