ogladio Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Hi guys, So, I have been terrorizing rolli for many months now about starting up another pvd run so I can complete my 202/a project. As most of you know, the previous batch was of superior quality compared to anything else out there. What has happened since last run is that the pvd company has been sold to a new owner 2 years ago. Consequence is new (unknown) prices yet and MOQ of 3-4 pieces (single runs not possible). Which brings me to the point - could there be at least 3 other members here that could also be interested in hi-end pvd coating? Reply in this thread in that case. If/when we reach MOQ, I'll ask rolli to get price claim from the factory and then pm you interested. For pics, see this fitch thread: http://www.rwgforum.net/topic/176656-pam-pre-v-202a-photoshoot/ Note - can't give any cost ballpark whatsoever here, but please understand that it will be very expensive and probably only for the crazy people here that have already bought rolli dials, w0lf cases or the like. Or maybe someone who'd just like to pimp their Getat case... I kindly also ask everyone to keep it civil here. If you don't like expensive services for rep parts or you don't like the guy offering this service or if you prefer Vacor pvd, perfectly fine - but no need of writing about it here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitch Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 good initiative!!! i'm of course biased but i can only highly recommend this upgrade; it makes such a difference!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 PreV or and PreA or and A-serie, B-serie cases regards rolli 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisser88 Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 I'd be in, for one case-set. Pending costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchfreund Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 I would be up with one Rolex case and bracelet. If this is possible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted May 21, 2015 Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 sorry, but only preV, PreA, A-serie Pam cases in the pvd chamber rack are only pam typical retaining clamps. regards rolli I would be up with one Rolex case and bracelet. If this is possible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted May 22, 2015 Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 note: all preV, preA or A/B typical case modifications are not included. the typical modifications must be made by the case owner. case must be disassembled in single parts. Note: I'll take it only in single parts !!!!!!!!!!!! crown-guard Lever Pin must be pressed in, remove the sappohire and all gaskets the bezel must be also disessambled. for a pvd oem crown i would recommend to buy a pvd oem crown with double o-ring on the crown neck from davidsen. single parts list, 1.) mid case with screwed crown-guard screws, 2.) bezel 3.) Crown-Guard with pressed in Pin 4.) lever, 5.) 2x long lug-horn screws, or 2 preV double screw bars, that are the single parts. note: make on each single part an owner typical marking on the underside, that we can see which single part belongs to which case and owner !!!!!!!!! note: otherwise after coating we cannot see which part belongs to which case !!!! Thank you for your attention regards rolli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgodeep Posted May 22, 2015 Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 Great news , I will have at least one Pre-V case set and possibly a Pre-A as well ! Cheers FGD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted May 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2015 Great news , I will have at least one Pre-V case set and possibly a Pre-A as well ! Cheers FGD Thanks fgd, then it seems we might already have hit lower end of MOQ. Any more interested before we close? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ink80s Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 Anyone have 111j pre-v reshaped? That's all I need now for my 202 build. Please PM me. I've build 202, 201, 082 with rolli dials and very satisfied with quality! Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 I guess this 111J V2 model have been sold out. ask the member w0lf - rwg member, what would be the best pam model today for this preV modification. regards rolli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knemeth@e-metier.com Posted May 23, 2015 Report Share Posted May 23, 2015 I could possibly be interested in sending my case set to complete my A-series 009. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted May 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 Bump before quote - anyone else interested? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimlocktime Posted May 27, 2015 Report Share Posted May 27, 2015 I guess this 111J V2 model have been sold out. For cases that are still pretty easy to find... I have to say that the NOOB N Series V3 is the best. I honestly think the 111M is the best option I have ever seen based on the sample that I reahaped for my 201/A build. The lugs were perfect straight out of the box with no modification 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitch Posted July 21, 2015 Report Share Posted July 21, 2015 Hi everyone, am I too late to be added to the list for a pvd coating? who's coordinating this..? (who can I contact..?) I have a spare case that can use an upgrade Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted July 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 Hi everyone, am I too late to be added to the list for a pvd coating? who's coordinating this..? (who can I contact..?) I have a spare case that can use an upgrade Hi there fitch! (and others potentially interested) Unfortunately it looks as if this project is cancelled - or at least that it's been put on hold for a substantial amount of time. Reason being that rolli is very tied up with all his other projects that has higher prioritization atm (dials and cases). We did not even get as far as a price quote... Must apologize for not being much of a communicator or coordinator on this, in the end I'm just a desperate guy looking for a great pvd coating to finish off a grail project of mine (202/a). I cross my fingers that opportunity shows up later to do a later pvd run, but will let rolli get back to me when that might be. Again, sorry if expectations were raised for nothing! Very much appreciated if anyone else has a plan B in mind Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panda06 Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 Hi there fitch! (and others potentially interested) Unfortunately it looks as if this project is cancelled - or at least that it's been put on hold for a substantial amount of time. Reason being that rolli is very tied up with all his other projects that has higher prioritization atm (dials and cases). We did not even get as far as a price quote... Must apologize for not being much of a communicator or coordinator on this, in the end I'm just a desperate guy looking for a great pvd coating to finish off a grail project of mine (202/a). I cross my fingers that opportunity shows up later to do a later pvd run, but will let rolli get back to me when that might be. Again, sorry if expectations were raised for nothing! Very much appreciated if anyone else has a plan B in mind considering the gen I have seen or hold in hand they look more like my guns and what we call bronzing aspect than like real pvd as in other watches in fact. Considering that at that time (1993) panerai was an army provider this always make me think that maybe solution is there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted July 22, 2015 Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 ogladio makes the communication regarding the pvd coating company i help him when it is necessary please contact him about how many members want to have this pvd coating, he will talk with this company. regards rolli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted July 22, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2015 Yes guys, me and rolli just had a couple of longer conversations on the phone. Project back up running, I'll try and help as much with the practicalities as I can. Will be rollis secretary more or less to lighten the burden on him, so he can focus on the technical parts. A couple of you already have PMs, rest will be out shortly with private update. If you just saw this and wish to join, please send me a PM asap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesd Posted July 23, 2015 Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Any opinions on the best Pre-A parts? case set, crown, cg? I've been out of it for a long time but I'm thinking about one last Pre-A 009. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolli Posted July 23, 2015 Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Any opinions on the best Pre-A parts? case set, crown, cg? I've been out of it for a long time but I'm thinking about one last Pre-A 009. everyone must take care of its own interests, modding , single parts etc etc. only the PVD coating service is offered rolli Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitch Posted July 23, 2015 Report Share Posted July 23, 2015 Any opinions on the best Pre-A parts? case set, crown, cg? I've been out of it for a long time but I'm thinking about one last Pre-A 009. JF would be the best but that will be hard to find, a good alternative is H-factory v1.0 or v1.5, latest colorless saphire from DSN, DSN pvd crown & tube, jacob custom caseback, sead cg and I think that's about it..? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogladio Posted July 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2015 JF would be the best but that will be hard to find, a good alternative is H-factory v1.0 or v1.5, latest colorless saphire from DSN, T-crown if you can still find one, jacob custom caseback, sead cg and I think that's about it..? +1, the op6500 is tricky to do justice as the JF/old 111F seldom or never show up. @Grimlocktime has offered reshaping service to members interested in this project. I'd recommend sending him a pm if you have a case candidate but maybe feel unsure if there's enough metal/meat on the midcase to shape from. Regarding crown, I would from a lazy perspective strongly recommend everyone just using latest pvd crown from DSN - would simplify the process with our factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimlocktime Posted July 24, 2015 Report Share Posted July 24, 2015 (edited) Any opinions on the best Pre-A parts? case set, crown, cg? I've been out of it for a long time but I'm thinking about one last Pre-A 009. Only considering readily available parts - Case set: H Factory V1 or KW is the best. Either version has a more correct lugshape for the 6502 than the noob. Crown/Tube: DSN Pre-V, is the absolute best besides gen. It has gotten even better recently with a improved level of surface finish and polish. CG: Sead is a direct fit to H factory cases. but Fu, Eddie Lee or Honpo modded with a Sead lever are the best ever made. Crystal: DSN new high grade crystal, almost gen like clarity Caseback: certain versions of DSN have the most accurate engravings available, even better than Jakob. Edited July 24, 2015 by Grimlocktime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitch Posted July 25, 2015 Report Share Posted July 25, 2015 So i still have an old case that i used for pre-v prior to w0lf's cases but i decided to take a risk and modify my old case to pre-v specs and after some intensive days of grinding, sanding, polishing (and this over and over again) i am starting to feel kind of proud as to how it is turning out to be i wanted to share with you the current status (the black which remains visible on some parts is a leftover from an earlier pvd coating) and hope to receive some constructive comments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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