Moondustesp 136 Posted March 19, 2017 Here is my next project. A 5500 explorer using a genuine 5500/1002 case set with genuine caseback, crown and bezel. Once again like my 16014 project I had intentions of doing the build myself but I have invested too much into it to mess it up so may have to have a chat with Rolie and practice on something cheaper. I am using a 2824 movement (I know I know) with a yuki dial and riyi rivet bracelet. So here is the some of my parts and I will update at some point with build and or finished pics. Have a great day guys Sorry about the bad pic :( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShovelnTC 31 Posted March 19, 2017 Good luck in your quest, love the explorer 1 dials. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andylaw1919 386 Posted March 19, 2017 Looking forward seeing the final product! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted March 19, 2017 Looking forward seeing the final product! Me aswell :) can't wait infact. Really enjoy researching and finding all of the parts. Great hobby/obsession ;) Good luck in your quest, love the explorer 1 dials. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusky27 1,756 Posted March 19, 2017 (edited) Good luck mate my mate had a gen handed down to him by his dad - and Rolex replaced the dial for an air king dial!!! I was able to hook him up with a yuki "precision" dial to put in his gen 5500 - a reverse frankin if you will. haha Edited March 19, 2017 by rusky27 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted March 19, 2017 Thats nuts unless they rolex thought it was a redial? Who knows. History of these seem to be cloudy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusky27 1,756 Posted March 19, 2017 (edited) His dad bought it in the naffi in Singapore during national service I think. I guess Rolex wouldn't have been able to replace the dial he shattered the plexi glass and scratched the dial and bashed hands with a squash racket. Sent it via the local Rolex dealer and it came back an airking under rolexes replace like new policy and knocking 5 grand off the value at the same time. I've heard of them redialling milsubs to this misfortune of owners. Edited March 20, 2017 by rusky27 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted April 12, 2017 Had a chat with Neil today and all finished and on its way home. Few pics from Neil Can't wait for the bracelet to go and enjoy it :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted April 12, 2017 Very nice! Cheers. Now enjoy it and onto the next project Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
purger72 0 Posted April 13, 2017 Looks great, Neil has done great work. Looking forward to seeing it wiyh the braclet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rusky27 1,756 Posted April 13, 2017 Love the bevel curve on the crystal looking tip top Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bearlowry 0 Posted April 13, 2017 don't reckon you're gonna get many "is that real" type questions with that beauty... GREAT build. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BM284 1,518 Posted April 13, 2017 That's a fantastic build, quality pieces collected and put together - stunning attention to detail Wear it in the best of health and I look forward to watching the next project take shape! :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MAJ75 922 Posted April 13, 2017 Wonderful to see these labours of love coming to fruition here. Must give you a great deal of satisfaction getting the project realized, good on you mate it looks like time & investment well spent............ Great choice of subject matter, enjoy it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted April 25, 2017 Pics were lost in the fire so here they are again :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UmpaHimself 222 Posted April 26, 2017 My response was also lost. So allow me to reiterate.... :thumbsup: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danicica 0 Posted June 15, 2017 I'd like to know which other movements would fit on the 5500 case with an explorer dial from yuki. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,489 Posted June 15, 2017 Stunning build sir... bravo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slink73 6 Posted June 16, 2017 oooo I really like this... how long did it take to acquire all the parts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moondustesp 136 Posted June 16, 2017 Around 6 months I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danicica 0 Posted June 19, 2017 This one looks great, I am building a similar one myself and will post photos soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites