Sea Dweller Build.

[TheRefinedSon]

I've been sitting on parts for my Sea Dweller build for a while and I finally purchased a used and serviced ETA 2824-2 on the bay recently. Has anyone built an SD using the 2824-2? Mine comes with the service stem so I'll need a stem to fit it as well as a date wheel overlay. Anyone know which stem I should be using and where to get the proper date wheel overlay? The movement I'm using is from a Hamilton so I doubt the font on the date wheel would be accurate for this build. I'll post some pics of the parts tomorrow. 

[Ephry73]

It depends on what year SD you're going for. I currently have a seadweller built with a 2824-2 in a SLSD case using a TC V2 DWO. Worked out alright.

[TheRefinedSon]

Any pics? 

[Ephry73]

I built this one for my wife like three or four months ago. Just recased it about two months ago. 

 

SLSD case and modified pearl by me.

 

the 2824-2 fits tight in there which I like. Just have to use a movement ring that fits, or trim the one you have. Notice how well the DWO aligns. 

 

[TheRefinedSon]

I'm afraid that the cannon pinion might be too low on the 2824 I bought. What do you think? 

 

 

 

 

 

[Ephry73]

Since the movement is rebuilt you can always trade it here for a gen 2836-2 which will have the taller cannon. Or you can soure the parts from ofrei and have someone add these in. I did this for a different build but holding on the rebuild for later.

I do have to say its not sooooo noticeable on the SD in the pics I posted. Parts do fit

[irolexu]

Your most likely going to want to use a gen 2836-2 cause the stem will line up a little more center and you will have more room for your hands on the dial.

[Ephry73]

+1. The SLSD comes with a 2836-2 movement or clone.

 

 

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[irolexu]

Another big issue with a 2824 is going to be the DWO. It will tend to sit very very close to the bottom side of the dial and if your hands need clearing you will end up with date issues

[TheRefinedSon]

Hmmm, well. I'll test it, if it looks way off it looks like I'll sell the movement or trade it. They seem to be pretty close in price to the 2836, maybe I can swing a straight across trade or just sell the 2824 and pick up an asian movement. Whats the asian equivalent of the 2836?

Edited December 6, 2012 by TheRefinedSon

[seafoam]

Or you could do a Tudor build and not have to worry about the datewheel.

[Ephry73]

^^^    

[TheRefinedSon]

I'm thinking I keep the 2824 for a submariner build after my rep sub felt a womans wrath, plus its really cool and has already been serviced. Where can I get a 2836 clone?