Pseudonym Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 Hi there. I'm looking to build a 16800 matte dial Trans sub. I've got various irons in the fire & really need to narrow down the route I need to take. So far I have 3 paths I can take: 1: try & locate an ST3035 and build from there. If anyone has one they are not using, please let me know. 2: buy/locate a 1680 donor rep & replace almost all parts except mid case (although will require modification) & bracelet (501b endlinks aside). Questions arise to the suitability of this as I am unsure if a gen dial will fit, if a more accurate 16610 style case back will fit, if the DW on the 2846 will interchange with 2836. 3: buy/locate 16610 case with lug holes & build from this- modifying as required. Any help would be appreciated, particularly from those who have completed similar builds Thanks P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted May 16, 2014 Report Share Posted May 16, 2014 Option #3 is your best bet. ST3035 case isn't around anymore as I understand. 1680 case won't take a 27.3mm 16800/16610 dial. 16610 case has deeper rehaut, but there are a bunch of similarities between 16610 and 16800 same bezel aassembly and insert can be used same dial same crystal same crown and tube both used the same bracelet- 93150 until 2000 or so when the 93250 came out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudonym Posted May 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 (edited) Thanks for the info. I went with option 3 in the end. Well, almost... Parts I have: ST3135 lug hole case New Y3135 Y3135 hands Gen 703 crown Gen 7030 tub Gen fat font 16800 insert Gen 16800 matte dial 93150 rep bracelet & clasp with diver extension WSO 501b brushed endlinks. The ST3135 also comes with ST bezel assembly & crystal. Should I consider replacing these? I've enlisted the services of a modder to reshape the case etc & assemble. Edited May 17, 2014 by Pseudonym Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alligoat Posted May 17, 2014 Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 I think that parts list is just fine and you'll have a nice 16800 matte dial sub when all's said and done. Hope the yuki 3135 works out ok for you. Look forward to seeing it when it's done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
username here Posted May 17, 2014 Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 I have a similar build but the movement will need service. I added a full gen auto wind assembly and a few other gen pieces, but the finished product is wonderful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted May 17, 2014 Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 I'm finishing some homework at the library now, will chime in more detail later. If you're patient enough you can wait for an ST3035 case to show up on the sales threads. You can start with the ST3135 to get the "package" built and wearable. Then you can modify the st3035 case to accept the 3136 movement. Gen parts all fit the ST cases. The case still need a little massaging to make them better than great. E Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudonym Posted May 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 Thanks for that E, I'll keep an eye out!! P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudonym Posted May 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2014 I have a similar build but the movement will need service. I added a full gen auto wind assembly and a few other gen pieces, but the finished product is wonderful Yeah I have that lined up pretty much. Will also be looking to install a gen DW. I contacted a custom watchmaker who declined my business to repaint a DW with correct open font as per gen... Search continues in the meantime. P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janeto72 Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 service the yuki3135 and replace to weak parts with swiss and gen parts and you will have a winner capable of gen performance and reliablility... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ephry73 Posted May 18, 2014 Report Share Posted May 18, 2014 Yeah I have that lined up pretty much. Will also be looking to install a gen DW. I contacted a custom watchmaker who declined my business to repaint a DW with correct open font as per gen... Search continues in the meantime. P. Gen date disc is the only option if you wan the correct serifs. I have tried the WSO and the ST units and the yuki stock unit has better print(if you're lucky to get the semi correct one). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
username here Posted May 19, 2014 Report Share Posted May 19, 2014 Pm me. I think I have another auto wind assembly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pseudonym Posted May 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2014 service the yuki3135 and replace to weak parts with swiss and gen parts and you will have a winner capable of gen performance and reliablility... Thanks for the info. Can you be more specific? Having little experience with the Y3135, what are the common weak points? Truth be told, I may have to wait to add gen parts to the movement as finances are becoming tighter on this build. I've spent considerably more than I intended & the project is really nothing more than a collection of parts. In time I think I'll assemble parts then have the movement reserviced to include. Thanks P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janeto72 Posted May 20, 2014 Report Share Posted May 20, 2014 pm me and i can tell you what i did.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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