NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 So I've now done every one of the vintage models that are commonly available. This is the last one. It has by far the nicest dial and appearance of any of these inexpensive 50's models. Standard Silix type case, but the dial makes it. It needs mods to be really nice and a set of gold hands are going on this to match the gilt dial and will set off the bezel when brassed. But reshape the case, drill it, and put a vintage pearl on there an it will be a real looker. This dial looks a lot like the Helenarou 6538 dial. Now some pics after modding. This is too pretty to age the dial. NOS look. I've been experimenting with making vintage pearls, think I've got it down now. And of course they put lume on one that really should not have it. It is almost identical to the Raffles dial that everyone uses. So it is really pretty good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 Where'd you source this one? What is the case diam? (38.5?) (40mm?) Did it come on the Rivet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Somewhere twixt 38.5 and 40 depending on where you put the calipers. I got this from Marvellous Replica on the rivet. Its one of the $100 ones. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haltec 0 Posted April 27, 2017 (edited) I would also like to know the source.. Thnx Edited April 27, 2017 by Haltec Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haltec 0 Posted April 27, 2017 Can you macro Brevet of the crown? Please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 (edited) Can you take off the bezel and measure the case at the crystal? Where the retaining spring would sit. That's what I need an OD of. (Woops, this photo is the OD of the Crystal just above the case, not the measurement I want) And does the case design look like this? Edited April 27, 2017 by FL13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Dudes it is a standard silix case. The same one we've been using for years and years. It takes a tropic 21 plexi and Haltec I've already done that for you on another one. Its the new crown this factory has been using. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 I'm trying to see if it's a match to this case I already have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Of course it is. Got the word Switzerland misspelled on the inside of the case back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 Of course it is. Got the word Switzerland misspelled on the inside of the case back. I think you mean Switzerladn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Of course it is. Got the word Switzerland misspelled on the inside of the case back. I think you mean Switzerladn I do, I was working on someones 6538 that had a 3-4 year old Silix case and it was spelled RIGHT! Threw me for a loop. And the rest of the case was all different as well. So at some point in the past they spelled it right and changed it to be wrong. WTF????????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Oh, and did you screw up a case? What do you need a matching one for? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 I'm assuming this is the DG mvmt? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 Oh, and did you screw up a case? What do you need a matching one for? To make sure the custom parts fit... shhh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Oh, and did you screw up a case? What do you need a matching one for? To make sure the custom parts fit... shhh Oh yeah, I forgot about that. You could just order a $45 case from Silix. Exactly the same thing. Yeah 2813. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FL13 511 Posted April 27, 2017 I'm going to try a Silix case. See if it works. Worst case i can re-sell it to YOU! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,739 Posted April 27, 2017 Always in the market for a case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Haltec 0 Posted April 27, 2017 and Haltec I've already done that for you on another one. Its the new crown this factory has been using. Thanks - I must have been missed it. I tried to find it now (browsing on a phone) but seems that I am missing it again.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,461 Posted April 27, 2017 You saved the best for last... I look forward to the mods you do. This is a perfect dial for your new lume technique that you did on the 5513 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bjorns 0 Posted September 23, 2017 Did you brush the bezel with sand paper or ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites