Guest carlsbadrolex Posted August 23, 2008 Report Share Posted August 23, 2008 So this is what I have been working on while my son sleeps off his fever... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest carlsbadrolex Posted August 23, 2008 Report Share Posted August 23, 2008 Here are the finished product shots. Too bad the case and bracelet are screwed on this one... it would be a nice watch! Anyone want a dial and movement all ready to drop in to your case and bracelet??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertb Posted August 24, 2008 Report Share Posted August 24, 2008 Nicely done. What's wrong with the case and band? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest carlsbadrolex Posted August 24, 2008 Report Share Posted August 24, 2008 This bracelet was "smashed" in the box that it was shipped to me in. It was in a USPS priority mail flat rate box and somehow the USPS either stepped on the box or something. The bracelet is "kinked" four links down from the case on both sides. The case has a stripped screw that has been epoxied in so that the bracelet cannot now be removed without drilling the screw out. Other than that its nice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosk Posted August 24, 2008 Report Share Posted August 24, 2008 This bracelet was "smashed" in the box that it was shipped to me in. It was in a USPS priority mail flat rate box and somehow the USPS either stepped on the box or something. The bracelet is "kinked" four links down from the case on both sides. The case has a stripped screw that has been epoxied in so that the bracelet cannot now be removed without drilling the screw out. Other than that its nice... That does not sound so bad....get a hacksaw and remove the bracelet with end pieces intact on the case and u can stick on a nice strap after loctiting the case screw. still...excellent work with the paint. -bosk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sander Posted August 24, 2008 Report Share Posted August 24, 2008 He man , that looks pretty amazing. I just received mine back from Angus but unfortunately he send me the non updated one. So I can send it back for the second time to him or try to do the same job you did. Few questions before it start messing with it: How difficult is it in a scale to 10? How is that cyclops attached to that metal plate? Did you use oil for the gears when you put it back together? Is your movement still running ok and how much do you want for it? Ciao! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest carlsbadrolex Posted August 24, 2008 Report Share Posted August 24, 2008 Difficulty= 6 if you've ever taken a watch apart before The cyclops just sits there... nothing really holding it in place but the pressure from the cyclops ring No, I did not re-lube the gears as I put it back together. Movement is running perfectly. +7 seconds after 27 hours Not for sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mglawrence2001 Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 Difficulty= 6 if you've ever taken a watch apart before The cyclops just sits there... nothing really holding it in place but the pressure from the cyclops ring No, I did not re-lube the gears as I put it back together. Movement is running perfectly. +7 seconds after 27 hours Not for sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mglawrence2001 Posted October 4, 2008 Report Share Posted October 4, 2008 Hey Carlsbad Rolex (I think I must be just down the rode from you in DM), and fellow AP Roo philes. Nice fix on your ROO date/window. It looks beautiful! (I'm awaiting mine ordered from Silix). Now to sacralidge: Could a black PVD bezel be removed and lightly flat black painted to add some additional coating (from rep 001mm of rep to aproximate 005mm of gen) to improve bezel scratch resistance? Or is that a 'no go' as it would not adhere properly to PVD,,,,and , well just creating an abortion? Secondly, would oiling the 7750 sec @12 aid in the watches function and longeveity? Is graphite another approach? If so, which is better - what materials would you suggest? Third, I'm sure you saw the 'waterproof' photos posted w/ lovely OLA. Is there anything that can be done to improve the watches water resistance to tolerate a light spalsh in the pool? (Siliconing? What and how)? Got any suggestions on setting the watch up properly to insure to insure good reserve? I've noticed you're pretty switched on about dealing with these watches. I've combed this this site and 'grasshopper seeks your insight'. Thanks mate.,,,,and bredren of the AP ROO. Would appreciate all your thoughts and that of the forum. Carerra1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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