Some more 16520 parts arrived!

[Guest Sql_pl]

Today I received a very first piece of my 16520 Daytona puzzle.

An amazing black luminova dial.

Here are some pics for you:

And a comparison of a 16520 with a 116520 dial:

Will keep you all updated about the progress in this thread.

Thanks

Maciek

Edited May 5, 2008 by Sql_pl

[RWG Technical]

Looking good, real good, I can't wait to see the rest.

I have assembled a number of these franken daytona's, and it such a shame to hide that amazing El Primero, you need a clear caseback on this one

RG

[Guest porsche356a]

You have a dial for a 116520 as well? Awesome!

[LordRasta]

Wow. This is going to be a great project, especially the reason for the project. I hug my dog a little harder and walk him a little further everyday and for that I thank you. It's so easy for one to get wrapped up in their lives and issues. He brings me immense joy.

[freddy333]

As long as the case is machined properly & the El Primero works as advertised, it should be smooth sailing from here.

I await pics of the finished 16520. Should be a real head-turner.

[rek001]

Too cool...I am jealous!

Good for you and keep us posted.

[Guest Sql_pl]

Freddy... I believe case should be machined properly.... as it is genuine

Movement is brand spanking new so I do not think I will encounter any problems there either...

Can't wait to have it finished myself!

[ubiquitous]

The hands are always tricky to fit...

Rolex changes the hour, minute and 4th wheels out, as well as all the subsidiary pinions. So... The Rolex hands aren't a direct fit to the standard El Primero bits...

[Guest Sql_pl]

Yes Randy I know but thanks for the heads-up.

[freddy333]

The hands are always tricky to fit...

Rolex changes the hour, minute and 4th wheels out, as well as all the subsidiary pinions. So... The Rolex hands aren't a direct fit to the standard El Primero bits...

Ah, I was not aware of this. That will definitely make this project more interesting (& complicated).

Is this a straightforward broaching job or does it require retro-fitting additional gen wheels/pinions?

[ubiquitous]

Well... The preferred method, of course, is to just fit the right parts. However, those parts can be tricky to track down.

I myself reduced the tubes down on mine. Perhaps not the best solution to the problem, but one that I'll accept as a good alternative. Just have to be careful (though I know you did this with your 116520 hands). Not too terribly difficult...

[manuel]

Is there another remedie for the hands?

I remember the last daytona of riverwindmds...he putted a beautiful white dial but it got a little ruined because of hands friction.

After hearing this comment I know I cant rely on my watchmaster since he may have no clue about this...and he is very bad when it comes to hunt pieces.

Edited April 18, 2008 by manuel

[marsupilami]

here is where I

[freddy333]

here is where I

[marsupilami]

thanks freddy,

I tried out some subdial hands from my parts box. obviously 7734 hands fit on the sec. and minute counter.

all hands art too large (all genuine daytona hands and all kit hands)

It

[manuel]

here is where I

[marsupilami]

yes,

genuine dial. (SL)

Is it a gen dial?

[Guest Sql_pl]

Quick update:

Today my gen hands arrived.

Thank you Manuel for a smooth deal!

Edited April 22, 2008 by Sql_pl

[lazarini]

Good good thx for update M ... looking forward for more

Laz

[Guest Sql_pl]

Sorry for no new pics but I have another update.

My brand new beautiful elprimero is here!

This movement really IS amazing!

Will try to post some pics later tonight.

Thanks!

[Guest Sql_pl]

OK, managed to take some pics today.

Here is a heart of my soon to be completed watch:

NOS El Primero 400 that was made for Ebel:

And here is what I already got:

- Gen 16520 Dial

- Gen 16520 Hands

- Ebel 134 El Primero

Case should be here around monday, bracelet around friday.

Thanks!

[freddy333]

Looks like you are well on your way. Were you able to source a gen case & bracelet?

[Guest Sql_pl]

Yes Freddy, both case and bracelet are 100% genuine

[Sir-Lancelot]

That is going to be sweet!!!!

Give it to me.

Just kidding, unless you were going to do it.

[Guest Sql_pl]

Update:

Now it finally looks like a watch!!

Today the case arrived! It is a gen case with gen bezel, gen crystal, gen bezel, gen grown and gen pushers :)

I can't even say how happy I am.

Some pics:

It is so FLAT! I love it!

The parts that I have are mainly thanks to wonderful members of this forum - I would like to say my first THANK YOU here - you know who you are and I will make sure to name you all when the project is finished!