gioarmani Posted August 3, 2013 Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Hello again to all--long time, no see. I'm looking to source either a gen DSSD crystal or a proper replica one for my still running V3: I haven't really been following the rep game for a couple of years & couldn't even honestly tell you what release of this model they're even on... I know the V4 and others had way too much distortion in them to even be usable & my V3 has 0 distortion. Does anyone know which new crystal has essentially the same distortion as the gen and hopefully the crown etching at 6 o'clock? And regarding the gen, has anyone tried putting a gen crystal in a V3? Thanks for the updates & advice in advance. And take care! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jkay Posted August 3, 2013 Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Noob and "Trevor/Euro" factories have really sat back and raked in the money without significant improvements over the last 2 or 3 years. Look for a slightly better insert triangle at 12 on the current cartel model. This model has been basically stagnant for a few years. .. and welcome back, Gio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted August 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Well that sucks. I actually just ordered the new ceramic insert with better triangle and glass-clad pearl from Josh. We shall see... If anyone else knows anything about aftermarket/gen crystals, please feel free to chime in. And thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof* Posted August 3, 2013 Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Welcome back Gio! Long time no see. Sorry no answers from me for this model....but good to see that sig pic of yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted August 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Haha thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
folex Posted August 4, 2013 Report Share Posted August 4, 2013 Would it be possible to get a gen insert and crystal like the subs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jkay Posted August 4, 2013 Report Share Posted August 4, 2013 Would it be possible to get a gen insert and crystal like the subs? When these watches were launched, Rolex controlled the parts in a very extreme manner. All repairs had to be sent to Switzerland. No parts for anyone outside of corporate HQ. I do not know to what extent this has changed. I am not aware of any rep which is confirmed to accept genuine midcase parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted August 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2013 Understood. I guess I can try to find an aftermarket or replica crystal with the proper amount of distortion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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