nordic 0 Posted August 15, 2010 (edited) Hi everyone. I have this old Rolex Submariner replica that I'd like to save. I'm not really concerned with the accuracy of the replica to the real deal, more so with the character of the watch. It has a stainless steel case, with quartz movement. But it is missing the crown and caseback. I don't know if the movement can be saved or if it works. I was thinking of picking up a cheap Sub copy $10 and replacing the caseback movement crown and stem. Any advice would be helpful http://cs2okg.blu.livefilestore.com/y1priA...4319.JPG?psid=1 http://cs2okg.blu.livefilestore.com/y1p8Bm...4322.JPG?psid=1 http://cs2okg.blu.livefilestore.com/y1pUod...4324.JPG?psid=1 http://cs2okg.blu.livefilestore.com/y1pUod...4326.JPG?psid=1 Edited August 15, 2010 by nordic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted August 15, 2010 ...could this be an earlier version than JohnG's epic ''897S'' sub? @nordic, I don't think you will be able to find a replacement crown and caseback mate but trailboss99 might be able to source a movement if you give him the model no. ...good luck... edit: here's the pics, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted August 15, 2010 Oh God. My eyes! Make it go away! That's almost as disturbing as JohnG's Human Centipede thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nordic 0 Posted August 15, 2010 (edited) Oh God. My eyes! Make it go away! That's almost as disturbing as JohnG's Human Centipede thread. I know, I know.... lol Edited August 16, 2010 by nordic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WebWind 1 Posted August 16, 2010 Replacing all missing or broken parts in this case, is pure time wasting. Say them goodbye, and buy new one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted August 16, 2010 Sell it on RG. In that condition you should get a small fortune for it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nordic 0 Posted August 16, 2010 Sell it on RG. In that condition you should get a small fortune for it Why is the world unmoved about the plight of the old submariner????? why???? Hahahah I know she's she's as ugly as a scottsman's teeth but I like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted August 16, 2010 Sell it on RG. In that condition you should get a small fortune for it Why is the world unmoved about the plight of the old submariner????? why???? Hahahah I know she's she's as ugly as a scottsman's teeth but I like it. Not unmoved at all Nordic, as said I think you have a potential gold mine there And if you like it that's all that matters. I guess you can probably get hold of a tube and crown, even if you have to epoxy the crown in, when you get a new movement the stem should be a standard size, though you may have to use an adaptor to convert to the size of the crown but these are available from Cousins UK. For the crown and tube, try this guy - http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SS-7mm-Submariner-Wa...DefaultDomain_0 Whether the caseback from a cheap rep will fit is anyone's guess but this might be the best way to go. Or just buy a cheap rep and wear it................ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nordic 0 Posted August 16, 2010 I know it's a mess, .... OK it's more than a mess it's a disaster, but I'm up to the challenge. The movement says MCO 255 unadjusted no jewels. Does anyone know how to find a compatable movement ? Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted August 16, 2010 That's like trying to revive a Yugo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nordic 0 Posted August 16, 2010 (edited) That's like trying to revive a Yugo. Hahahahahahahaha I guess, but then arn't all " homage" watches a little like those ferrari kits with VW beetle engine? Edited August 16, 2010 by nordic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
