panerai153 Posted February 21, 2016 Report Share Posted February 21, 2016 On 2/9/2016 at 11:21 AM, AGONZCA said: @panerai153 What dial did you use on this build? Man, I had to go back and look at old emails and old PM's from back in 2010, when I built my 1665. I bought the dial from flex who is a member here, back in 2010. This is a dial that was one of two that Freddie looked at for his 1665 build. according to him it was a really close choice between the dial in his 1665 and this one. I suppose if it was a close second for Freddie, it is indeed a very nice dial. I believe that from and old PM conversation with Flex, this was an NDT dial, but I would have to ask him or Freddie to be sure. According to flex, these dials were "the rarest of the rare". What will seem strange to some, I bought this dial sight unseen, no photos, nothing, based on Freddie and Flex's descriptions!! At any rate the dial and all the rest of the components were sent up to Rob (Zeigmeister) who was the best of the best. Rob put the watch together for me. Sadly Rob left our ranks several years ago, retired and moved to and undisclosed location. He was the best and was and is sadly missed. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGONZCA Posted April 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2016 After a while, this is the result of my build. Just got this pic from Misiekped. Although I'm not 100% happy with the dial (accuracy issues), I do love the look of it. I'll take a few pics when I get it and I'm still on the quest for a more accurate dial, hope I can make it happen soon. Parts used: - Phong case - Tonny watches dial - Gen serviced movement - Gen correct silver DW - Gen MK3 fat font insert - Gen hands - Gen NOS T39 - Gen 702 crown 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philwongnz Posted April 2, 2016 Report Share Posted April 2, 2016 After a while, this is the result of my build. Just got this pic from Misiekped. Although I'm not 100% happy with the dial (accuracy issues), I do love the look of it. I'll take a few pics when I get it and I'm still on the quest for a more accurate dial, hope I can make it happen soon. Parts used: - Phong case - Tonny watches dial - Gen serviced movement - Gen correct silver DW - Gen MK3 fat font insert - Gen hands - Gen NOS T39 - Gen 702 crown Is it me or the lume looks too raised? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGONZCA Posted April 2, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2016 Is it me or the lume looks too raised? It's the picture that magnifies it, but it is a bit raised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmpaHimself Posted April 3, 2016 Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 I'm glad you went with a phong case. After all those parts the MBW case would have been a major let down. I think it looks great. I wouldn't get hung up on the tiny details of the dial. At least you can use it until you find a better replacement. I would be very happy with that build if I were you though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGONZCA Posted April 3, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2016 I'm glad you went with a phong case. After all those parts the MBW case would have been a major let down. I think it looks great. I wouldn't get hung up on the tiny details of the dial. At least you can use it until you find a better replacement. I would be very happy with that build if I were you though. Thanks@Umpahimself. I'm also glad I decided to go with phong. As I said I'm happy with the final result, but having all these gen parts, it bugs me not to be able to go gen on the dial or at least a more accurate one. I will just enjoy it the way it is till I can find the right dial for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted April 4, 2016 Report Share Posted April 4, 2016 Thank you for sharing this build. I'm a fan of Phong cases, that is a build to be proud of. Enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted April 4, 2016 Report Share Posted April 4, 2016 Looks very nice. You might contact some of the Rolex experts about sourcing a better dial. cc33 has built some outstanding vintage subs, he might be helpful in your dial quest. Honestly, a genuine DRSD dial in good condition will cost you a fortune. Might want to spend some time on the Vintage Rolex Forum marketplace. Search DRSD dials, at least this will give you a sense of price and condition. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted April 5, 2016 Report Share Posted April 5, 2016 you found an insert, not too pricey i hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newswire Posted April 5, 2016 Report Share Posted April 5, 2016 I'm looking at a tonny watches dial ... Can someone tell me how it could be better? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mech500 Posted April 14, 2016 Report Share Posted April 14, 2016 Very nice build. The 1665 has got to be the best Rolex ever. Here's my build (similar spec: phong case with gen dial/hands/bezel/insert/movement etc). The phong CGs are waaaay too FAT and need reworking IMO.....which is a little disappointing considering the price. I actually stuck with the phong tube as it is very high quality. Thanks for sharing pics. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted April 14, 2016 Report Share Posted April 14, 2016 1 hour ago, mech500 said: Very nice build. The 1665 has got to be the best Rolex ever. Here's my build (similar spec: phong case with gen dial/hands/bezel/insert/movement etc). The phong CGs are waaaay too FAT and need reworking IMO.....which is a little disappointing considering the price. I actually stuck with the phong tube as it is very high quality. Thanks for sharing pics. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk That is superb. Some of the builds on here blow me away. Time to up my game, stop ordering more reps and start sourcing parts for frankens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mech500 Posted April 14, 2016 Report Share Posted April 14, 2016 OP, have you considered a dial from nd trading? Available with matching patina hands at: http://ndtradingcorp.com/cata-11-dials--rolex//5 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendota Explorer Posted April 15, 2016 Report Share Posted April 15, 2016 @mech500 - how much are NDT dials? Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revere Posted April 15, 2016 Report Share Posted April 15, 2016 Isn't NDT out of the game? That's what I have heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mech500 Posted April 15, 2016 Report Share Posted April 15, 2016 @mech500 - how much are NDT dials? Sent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Isn't NDT out of the game? That's what I have heard. NDT dials are around $400. Think they use gen plates (not that matters). I believe they are still in business. Had email contact last August. Ingod44 sold the same stuff (at cheaper prices) but are out of the game Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revere Posted April 15, 2016 Report Share Posted April 15, 2016 Ah, must have been thinking about Ingod! great to know NDT is still in business. At least, hopefully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGONZCA Posted April 16, 2016 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2016 OP, have you considered a dial from nd trading? Available with matching patina hands at: http://ndtradingcorp.com/cata-11-dials--rolex//5 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I have seen NDT dials and I can say they have almost same issues as MQ and Tonny's dial. I'm currently working on a custom dial which I hope turns out as I expect. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted April 17, 2016 Report Share Posted April 17, 2016 This is a really nice build. I love this reference. One of my all time favorite models. Great parts selection. Good luck on the new dial. Congratulations on a super project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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