Guest Daytona1984 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Here are some pics of my Rolex Daytona 16520 T serial white face with the following features:Zenith El Primero movement (NOS)gen 4030-335 Center Wheel (NOS)gen 4030-8000 Chronograph Wheel (NOS)gen 4030-270 Cannon Pinion (NOS)gen 4030-280 Hour Wheel (NOS)gen 4030-240 Yoke for Sliding pinion (NOS)gen 4030-220 Setting Lever (NOS)gen 4030-251 Intermediate Setting Wheel (NOS)gen 4030-8500 Bridge for Chronograph (NOS)gen 4030-570 Oscillating Weight/Rotor (NOS)gen Tritium dial (NOS)gen Tritium hands (used)gen bezel (used)gen crystal (NOS)gen gaskets (NOS)gen 24-P402 pushers (NOS)gen 24-7030-0 case tube (NOS)gen 24-703-0 crown (NOS)phong midcase with custom serial number to match the gen partsphong casebackgen 78390 bracelet (NOS)gen 503B endlinks (NOS)This watch was built by my friend and great watchmaker Domi I hope you enjoy the pics and I welcome all comments Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Considering the parts cost vs franken value, I would have just bought the gen. Still, well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
508-Fanatic Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Considering the parts cost vs franken value, I would have just bought the gen. Still, well done. Ditto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Daytona1984 Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Considering the parts cost vs franken value, I would have just bought the gen. Still, well done. if you buy a gen for 8.500 EUR you still have a 20 year old watch with most likely no service and all external case parts are pretty much used including lots of play in the bracelet. in case you go gen and do a proper service with exchanging parts and bracelet you will end up easily at 11.000 EUR my watch is basically brand new for a lot less than that plus it is the journey that gives me the pleasure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
508-Fanatic Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 The journey is what really matters - glad you enjoy it It is a beautiful watch, just seemed like a lot of $$$$$ in to parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted May 29, 2015 Report Share Posted May 29, 2015 Stunning pair. Love the movement shots. Takes much effort and $ to complete these projects, but as stated the journey is rewarding. Enjoy them. Sent from my droptop using telepathy ️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
508-Fanatic Posted May 30, 2015 Report Share Posted May 30, 2015 Also, I had not considered the point about reliability and "newness" - that does certainly qualify as a benefit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thekwaze Posted October 5, 2018 Report Share Posted October 5, 2018 Yes a great project and thanks for sharing. I have a 16520 that has had several components replaced with El Primero parts that I would like to swap back to the correct 4030 parts. Trouble is I can not find anywhere to buy the parts I need, let alone anyone that will take on the job of replacing them! I would be most grateful if you have any advice on where to obtain the correct components. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thekwaze Posted February 24, 2019 Report Share Posted February 24, 2019 Hi there, That looks like a great project and must be very satisfying when it starts to tick! I may have asked before, but could you please let me know where you manage to find component parts as I need some for my 16520. Many thanks, Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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