RolexAddict 1 Posted February 6, 2009 Trying to keep my ImageCave contract under control... I wanted to test the ability of my customized GMT to be worn under tropical climate and the water resistance The background of this watch I brought with me is a vintage GMT Master bought from Josh one year ago. The case is very precise and the movement is a ETA 2836-2. That's the only positive things. Altrough the dial is not very sharp, he looks good with the large dots. Its O.K. A good aftermarket dial with sharp print and correct fonts cost 350 bucks minimum. :( Plexi, bezel and insert on this model are complete wrong. The bezel for exemple, is the same used on vintage Subs. With this customized watch on my wrist I have visited Ben Bridge in Honolulu and another Rolex AD at the Whaler's Village shopping center located in Maui between the Westin and my hotel in Ka'anapali. In both places I got a lot of compliments for my Chinese "1675". Really, it looks like a gen. What I dead on this watch : 1)_I changed the dome plexi for a gen cyclop 116, Swiss Sternkreuz brand, used by Rolex and called - a service plexi- for 1675 repairs. 2)_The insert was also changed for a aftermarket 4mm wide like the original on the 1675 models. For this I had to enlarge the inner bezel diameter to fit this insert. 3)_I change the riveted bracelet for a regular one but with the old style end links The watch was waterproofed using marine grease to coat case gasket, tube and crown o'rings also. The tube and case treaths are coated with teflon. The case back was screwed tight using the right Rolex tool. The plexi is glued with a hight temp. resistance epoxy, so I can take showers and hot bath with this watch. The idea was to produce a every day wear tool watch. Note : on this pic the watch looks exactly like the gen. Here, its 11.13am in Hawaïï while the red hand indicates "I don't know what am/pm" as the bezel is turned, I cannot remember what I was trying to track, maybe to much beer... Normal, I was driving a car. Here lying on the sand and let the waves wash the watch Here in the pool The idea is to offer middle of this year to the Rolex vintage GMT lovers this concept based on the vintage model or the Retro Edition model from our dealers Just a project, 1) the 1675, using a Vintage Model background : modified bezel + new correct insert + correct plexi + serviced movement + waterproofing 2) the GMT Transition, using the Retro Edition background (case evolution towards the GMT 2) with the same features as mentionned for the 1675 The mentionned watch was not more deap than the bottom of a pool, but it will be passed through a pressure test equipment in the following days. I am not affraid, sure it will be good for 100 meters like the gen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted February 6, 2009 Great looking watch, RA - respect is due Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnG 41 Posted February 6, 2009 Very very nice watch. I also love that you went into the AD with it. I personally think all those people who are anti-wear-your-rep-into-the-AD are a little too uptight. Great thread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omni 6 Posted February 6, 2009 I especially liked the map shot, that's a personal connection for me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dave123 Posted February 6, 2009 Driving a Mustang with that watch on will get ya called out every time....well,they might suspect your Timex as well.... I dig that map shot as well RA,nicely done.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnG 41 Posted February 6, 2009 Driving a Mustang with that watch on will get ya called out every time....well,they might suspect your Timex as well.... +1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alphakazi 0 Posted February 6, 2009 I think the new style mustangs look great - what is that, an '07? I test drove a GT a few years back - I was looking for a somewhat ecomonical sports car without breaking the bank - a used viper was what I really wanted but then thought maybe a new mustang... the car chirps into 3rd - it has balls to spare if any of you need some Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dave123 Posted February 7, 2009 I think the new style mustangs look great - what is that, an '07? I test drove a GT a few years back - I was looking for a somewhat ecomonical sports car without breaking the bank - a used viper was what I really wanted but then thought maybe a new mustang... the car chirps into 3rd - it has balls to spare if any of you need some Alpha....what a sad story,must be the economy. Keep up the prayers on the car issue..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alphakazi 0 Posted February 7, 2009 Economy a few years back? are you kidding me? I couldn't keep up which is why I was considering a second car as a toy - today no chance I'd do it - my ole benz is more than enough and serves me well - besides, keeping tenants in my investments > anything right now - the real estate market's not too hot atm don't ya know - sales for January are down 50% from 2008 btw, what do you drive rich boy Davie? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnG 41 Posted February 7, 2009 Economy a few years back? are you kidding me? I couldn't keep up which is why I was considering a second car as a toy - today no chance I'd do it - my ole benz is more than enough and serves me well - besides, keeping tenants in my investments > anything right now - the real estate market's not too hot atm don't ya know - sales for January are down 50% from 2008 btw, what do you drive rich boy Davie? Oh fuck, here comes the pic of his Vette. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RolexAddict 1 Posted February 7, 2009 Thanks guys for your comments, I will post more about -watches in water- soon I don't know witch model of Mustang I got, Its a new one with all panel features in plastic like Airbus aircrafts I rented one in Oahu and Maui, very good price. For Maui, for 5 days with Alamo I paid $340,00 unlimited milleage+basic insurances+taxes. In Kauai I had a Jeep wrangler. The last day of our trip we arrived in Honolulu from Maui at 12.00am. Our flight to Lax was at 10.50pm. I got a Mustang from Budget at the airport for only $51.00 !!! all included ! -except the $4.00 road day taxe- Less expensive than to take a cab to Waikiki beach. We have driven around 50 miles and I did not return the car with complete full gas... They checked the car and said "its O.K Sir" good business Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted February 7, 2009 I will post more about -watches in water- soon Goody! I'm dying to hear about the Daytona water proofing. Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alphakazi 0 Posted February 7, 2009 Economy a few years back? are you kidding me? I couldn't keep up which is why I was considering a second car as a toy - today no chance I'd do it - my ole benz is more than enough and serves me well - besides, keeping tenants in my investments > anything right now - the real estate market's not too hot atm don't ya know - sales for January are down 50% from 2008 btw, what do you drive rich boy Davie? Oh fuck, here comes the pic of his Vette. excerpt from What Kind of Car Are You? Last but not least, of course, is the Corvette . Lorraine says these drivers are “conservative but trying to satisfy a mid-life crisis by displaying their wild side through their car.†Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted February 7, 2009 excerpt from What Kind of Car Are You?Last but not least, of course, is the Corvette . Lorraine says these drivers are "conservative but trying to satisfy a mid-life crisis by displaying their wild side through their car." Sounds about right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AllergyDoc 40 Posted February 7, 2009 What a fun watch! Thanks for the write-up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest dave123 Posted February 7, 2009 I'm 33,no mid life whatever,i'm younger than all of you old farts here,Doc could be my grandfather. I have a Vette i drive at times,but i have a Hemi Charger and that i drive most of the time,since you asked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iabounty 8 Posted February 8, 2009 Very very nice watch. I also love that you went into the AD with it. I personally think all those people who are anti-wear-your-rep-into-the-AD are a little too uptight. Great thread. I have never agreed with JohnG on anything up till now........... Great thread indeed RolexAddict. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alphakazi 0 Posted February 8, 2009 I'm 33,no mid life whatever,i'm younger than all of you old farts here,Doc could be my grandfather. I have a Vette i drive at times,but i have a Hemi Charger and that i drive most of the time,since you asked. pics or it never happened Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted February 8, 2009 I'm 33,no mid life whatever,i'm younger than all of you old farts here,Doc could be my grandfather. I have a Vette i drive at times,but i have a Hemi Charger and that i drive most of the time,since you asked. My wife used to run one of those. Woman's car. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onzenuub 307 Posted February 8, 2009 I'm 33,no mid life whatever,i'm younger than all of you old farts here,Doc could be my grandfather. I have a Vette i drive at times,but i have a Hemi Charger and that i drive most of the time,since you asked. My wife used to run one of those. Woman's car. I remember her driving that one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
