m1ars00 Posted September 22, 2015 Report Share Posted September 22, 2015 Ok party people. Just got back this project from misiekped and did the Yuki movement mod, added Gen hands and date wheel. Just mounted it on a military strap code strap I picked up while she was away. Here are the pics. This is practically genenstein now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendota Explorer Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Looking great. What are the specs on this so far? Which parts are still rep? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ars00 Posted September 23, 2015 Report Share Posted September 23, 2015 Looking great. What are the specs on this so far? Which parts are still rep?Specs: latest Noob GMT II C caseComplete Gen Bezel constructionGen DialGen HandsGen DatewheelGen Crystal with Gen AR cyclopsGen 704 CrownYuki Movement w/ Gen parts to create CHS and jumping hour hand like Gen movement 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacsah1 Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 Specs: latest Noob GMT II C caseComplete Gen Bezel constructionGen DialGen HandsGen DatewheelGen Crystal with Gen AR cyclopsGen 704 CrownYuki Movement w/ Gen parts to create CHS and jumping hour hand like Gen movementCongrats mate. She is a keeper!! Told you it was worth it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drummania Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 How much does this build cost? 2000?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 Just got mine back today from misielkped, exactly the same specs as m1ars00's GMT. This isn't a cheap build, but it's a beautiful watch, and one that you can wear anywhere and not worry about having to walk around with your left hand in your pocket!!There are two guys on this forum that to me are as good as it gets when it comes to building Rolex frankens, Mymanmatt if you are looking for a Datejust or DayDate and misielkped if you want the best GMTIIC you can find. We are blessed and lucky to have those guys here in the USA for Rolex work.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendota Explorer Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 I mentioned this over on RG but I'll say it here, too. I think the first step is to get a gen Rolex in the watchbox. For not much more than this build, you can get a used Exp II 16570 which has a 3185 under the hood. Or even a vintage date or Datejust. It provides longevity and it can be an heirloom. Then, I think this build is a fantastic addition. This is literally a genken or genstein. The only 3 aftermarket parts are the case, bracelet, and movement. If you put it on a custom leather strap or even use the rep Oyster, you can keep the cost down to a fraction of a used gen price. You can even sell the unused rep parts to reduce the overall cost further. Also, if you ever want to sell you can sell off the gen parts for what you paid. The modded movement has value, too. No brainer at that point! I think I would totally do this once I already have a gen in the box. Great work, guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ceejay Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 Do you replace the rep mainspring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonathanw Posted September 24, 2015 Report Share Posted September 24, 2015 Amazing work!! Did you guys noticed puretime is selling a new highly decorated "1:1" SA3135 V3? It has the decorated rotor and bridge. I know the movement itself is bad, but could be source of decorated parts to put upon the Y3135, what do you guys think?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmtlover Posted September 25, 2015 Report Share Posted September 25, 2015 Wish I had the money for this.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted September 25, 2015 Report Share Posted September 25, 2015 There are basically two ways to do this, the long term and short term. If you chose the long term like I did, you start off with the gen bezel/ insert then later you replace the Crystal, then the dial and finally you add the yuki movement, converted by misielkped with gen parts and a gen crown. My process took over 5 years, back then the prices were not as bad, also you have some recovery time between purchases of parts. Still expensive, but not all at once. The second method is buy the noob watch, and find all the parts, over a short time span. More expensive, but you get to the final stage a lot quicker. It all depends on your resources, and the depth of your wallet. I wore mine a lot over those few years, totally enjoyed it, but the ICHS movement was a big deal to me. To most, it was not noticeable, but during those times twice a day, when the hour hand was traveling over the GMT hand, it was a sure tell from arms length or further every day. Everyone who owns a genuine Master II or a IIC Would know that on their watch, the hour hand never crossed the GMT hand as it was below the GMT hand. We are probably a little crazy, as I have only seen one other Rolex GMT around here, in the past 20+ years and that was a two tone "root beer" with the nipple dial. It belonged to one of my friends, and orthopedic surgeon. We compared my gen 16750 to his, but he left town about the time I got my IIC, so he never saw it. Tons of Subs, DJ's and DD's, but the GMT never was popular, at least out here in the sticks!!Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ars00 Posted September 26, 2015 Report Share Posted September 26, 2015 How much does this build cost? 2000?Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkFor me about $2700 usd all in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendota Explorer Posted September 26, 2015 Report Share Posted September 26, 2015 Guys, I have one of the original Noob GMTIICs from late 2008. It is the real V2. Would this case be a good contender for this franken transformation, or is the current case better? I have no idea if there is any difference.I've been wearing this watch all of this time as is, but now that this super franken is a possibility I'm very intrigued. It would be very convenient since I already own the watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m1ars00 Posted September 30, 2015 Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 Guys, I have one of the original Noob GMTIICs from late 2008. It is the real V2. Would this case be a good contender for this franken transformation, or is the current case better? I have no idea if there is any difference.I've been wearing this watch all of this time as is, but now that this super franken is a possibility I'm very intrigued. It would be very convenient since I already own the watch. Idk my man. You should ask misiekped or vac. They'll know for sure.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendota Explorer Posted September 30, 2015 Report Share Posted September 30, 2015 Idk my man. You should ask misiekped or vac. They'll know for sure.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HDSo I did and he reminded me of something important. My rehaut engravings are misaligned. Way back in the day, Noob git a lot of things right, but they couldn't get the rehaut engravings to line up properly at 9:00. They are perfect almost all the way around the watch but go out of alignment for 5 ticks leading up to the 9:00 marker.There's no way I'm spending that kind of money with an issue like that. I completely forgot about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orologi_fe Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 On 6/29/2015 at 3:04 AM, misiekped said: RL-1 http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/06/28/b33e7085f4d906f20af282191950df40.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Very nice.. sorry where did you buy the RL1? I was looking for this one and for the MR4. Thanks for the time. Br, Brancesco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thom.son Posted November 30, 2020 Report Share Posted November 30, 2020 2 hours ago, orologi_fe said: Very nice.. sorry where did you buy the RL1? I was looking for this one and for the MR4. Thanks for the time. Br, Brancesco Well....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orologi_fe Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 Well.......Does it means that you can help me? (:Inviato dal mio iPhone utilizzando Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thom.son Posted December 1, 2020 Report Share Posted December 1, 2020 50 minutes ago, orologi_fe said: Does it means that you can help me? 🙂 Inviato dal mio iPhone utilizzando Tapatalk Lol Nahhhh. It means you just posted in the 5 years old thread. I'd suggest you to make a new thread instead. Cheers! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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