Mike_G Posted April 19, 2016 Report Share Posted April 19, 2016 (edited) So I've had the watch a week or two now and really like it. Two issues. 1) The bezel is loose and turns freely 2) looks too new. I've discovered I'm not very good at the diy mods. My thoughts for mods are: Age the case, have the case engraved, replace the bezel and insert and replace or relume the dial. What are most folks doing with the new and improved cartel watches? Edited April 19, 2016 by Mike_G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UmpaHimself Posted April 19, 2016 Report Share Posted April 19, 2016 The bezel should really turn freely in either direction on the vintage models. Some watches I've found to be more so then others. I have heard of a mod to bed the retention ring a bit that sits between the bezel and the crystal retaining ring to add more tension. I've never done it though so I can't really give you more info then that. Some people like to age more then others, there are any number of mods from some basic again to fully frankensteining the watch. Just depends on how deep your wallet is and how perfect a look you are trying to achieve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DVNE Posted April 19, 2016 Report Share Posted April 19, 2016 Swap the crown for a 702, replace the dial with a yuki at least and enlarge lug holes and engrave caseback. Leave the insert but swap pearl out with a yuki or ofrei pearl. Thats what id do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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