NM3 0 Posted February 13, 2022 (edited) Hi! I have a genuine Datejust 41 126300 and am wondering whether it is possible to buy a high quality replica 316L case and install my original movement into it. The reason I'm asking is that I happen to be allergic to 904L steel, but no 316L. Please share any ideas. - what factory does it best? - any difficulties/bottlenecks to install the original movement? thanks! Edited February 13, 2022 by NM3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
APjumbo 3,031 Posted February 13, 2022 I’m not a Rolex expert but some things to keep in mind are that the cheaper reps that use 316L use a 2824 or 2836 movement. If you try to stick your gen movement into this case the crown/stem height will be different and not work. You need to look for a rep that uses a clone gen like movement to get the stem height correct, but it is likely that those higher end reps use 904L steel. I’m not kidding as I say this but have you considered a layer of packing tape or clear film which comes on the caseback of new watches between your wrist and the case. What about a nato strap or bund. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
