Help building cheap 1601 franken

[MatBat]

Hello everyone,

 

I got a 1601 dial in bad shape for few bucks, only 10$. I'm still waiting to be shipped since USPS has some problem in this period. So, my idea is to build a 1061 on budget, having the best result spending not too much.

Since I love the idea of having a "worn" Datejust, I'm planning to age the hands and ruin a bit the case.

The main problem is the case, where I can find one? My budget is 50-60$ for the case, so I was thinking of using the Raffles case for 2836, replace the crystal with the 25-135 acrylic, drill the holes and try to reshape the bezel (the bezel from Raffles is too tall). Do you have other solutions? Is a good idea?

 

I've already made a 16200 franken using a Raffles case for 2836 and a gen dial, I have all necessary tools for this type of project.

Thanks!

[automatico]

Franken 1601 'pie-pan' dial build - clearance issues - The Rolex Area - RWG

 

 

[MatBat]

5 minutes ago, automatico said:

Franken 1601 'pie-pan' dial build - clearance issues - The Rolex Area - RWG

 

 

Thank you for link, however it does not talk about the 25-135 acrylic glass and gen bezel compatibility with the Raffles case. I hope someone can give me this answer.