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Ken Cox · 28 August 2009, 07:46 AM

I love it.

I don't see how this would affect the functionality of a Sub, unless the Sapphire flexed under pressure.

Rolex should offer this from the factory.

I enjoy looking at machinery, and it would also make it easier to identify fakes if all Rolex watches came with clear case backs.

HYDROMAROC · 28 August 2009, 07:58 AM

To each their own... I personally like to see what I paid for....

R1@160@alltimes · 28 August 2009, 08:04 AM

Like others said, it would look better on certain references but not on the sports models imo.

Nakow · 28 August 2009, 08:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RedBaronF2001

Rolex movements are pretty, but not this pretty:

Therefore, I prefer solid casebacks on mine.

Certainly this would be my new wallpaper!

Lol-x · 28 August 2009, 09:07 AM

For the average person, there is no reason why this clear caseback should not be an option.
But in terms of oyster cases and Rolex uncompromising tradition and history of tool watches the steel caseback is necessary. Say for example you need an anvil in the survival situation, a crystal caseback is not going to do the job, but stainless steel

This is a bit far fetched I have to admit.

pz93c · 28 August 2009, 10:34 AM

Slick.

Watchdog · 28 August 2009, 10:36 AM

I absolutely love it. I wish it were on my GMTIIC.

Bisquitlips · 28 August 2009, 10:37 AM

Like it! Nice to see the innards occasionally.

MarJnK · 28 August 2009, 10:44 AM

Love it! Why look at a piece of flat steel (or Ti on the Deepsea's case) when you can see the heartbeat of your watch, and all the beautiful little pieces working in harmony to keep time with a few seconds a day. Its like seeing the magic.

I had this same maker do a custom caseback for a Speedmaster I had. He does good work.

nektar · 28 August 2009, 10:50 AM

this is really nice..if you do get bored.. just look the back of your watch!!!!

NavitimerNut · 28 August 2009, 10:55 AM

I think I like it, but I would rather not have it...

oneillba · 28 August 2009, 11:02 AM

I wouldn't mind a clear caseback at all.

theken · 28 August 2009, 11:28 AM

I installed one of the sapphire backs from Germany on an EXP II. I liked being able to see the 3186 movement.
Recently, I sold the watch to a member of this forum. The watchmaker at my Rolex AD changed it back to the original in less than 5 minutes.
For me, this modification is no different than changing the bracelet or bezel insert.

gaopa · 28 August 2009, 11:28 AM

I like it.... would like to have that on my EXP II and my Omega Speedy Pro. Cheers, Bill P.

sleddog · 28 August 2009, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Blasphemy... or something that Rolex ought to do themselves.......

I would and you did!!!

Another great "how to do it yourself" of course Larry!!

Singslinger · 28 August 2009, 11:44 AM

I think it'll look great on a Daytona, GMT, Datejust, President and Exp, but certainly not on the Subs or Sea-dwellers.

jmsrolls · 28 August 2009, 11:44 AM

The jury's still out on the display back for my EXPII:

I've still not become accustomed to the feel of the new back and its extra weight. The EXPII is so comfortable with the original back and there is nothing exciting about the view of the 3186 movement so I may reverse the mod.

The display back for my Omega SMP should arrive in a day or so which will provide a view of the nicely finished cal. 1120 movement. But here again, the SMP is quite comfortable with the steel back but hopefully the view will justify the change.

Fr. John†

lp6 · 28 August 2009, 12:18 PM

Blasphemy please! The movement is what makes it tick, lets see it. It is added aesthetic value. Those who say it is not Rolex or it is somehow unbecoming lets talk about jewel gobbed animal print monstrosities. As for tool watches lets talk about anything making a tool watch with any gold on it. Opinions are great and that is what makes this board great but judging taste and personal preference is a dicey game.

2th Dr · 28 August 2009, 12:22 PM

I like it!

HockeyBrand · 29 August 2009, 09:13 AM

I would.

And i've done it.

SDDS · 29 August 2009, 10:08 AM

nice but i prefer it closed..

snow_rocks · 29 August 2009, 10:10 AM

Someone who likes beauty!!!

Latrodectus · 29 August 2009, 10:44 AM

I am with Al, I like it and I would do it! If you wear it no one would notice it anyway...so it is just for you to enjoy!

GMTJOHNNY · 29 August 2009, 10:50 AM

I'm with Frankie on the dress models and not sport models. Would love to be looking at my DD insides once in a while.

excavator · 29 August 2009, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GMTJOHNNY

I'm with Frankie on the dress models and not sport models. Would love to be looking at my DD insides once in a while.

Agreed!

cody p · 29 August 2009, 01:12 PM

a gorgeous movement. it may not be beautifully decorated, but it is highly finished.

YuppieKid · 29 August 2009, 01:29 PM

There's nothing to look at, in my opinnion. You look at the dial of the watch.

sushisummo · 29 August 2009, 02:46 PM

very cool........I wish i could get one of those clear back.

Flyjet601 · 29 August 2009, 02:49 PM

Would like to get one.......should be standard. If you dont want to see the insides, just wear the watch...you wont see it.

blueflamesg · 29 August 2009, 03:43 PM

i do not like it unless it is a dress watch like PP ir Lange or even VC. for rolex, no

28 August 2009, 08:04 AM	#33
R1@160@alltimes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Watch: ♛ Posts: 4,408	Like others said, it would look better on certain references but not on the sports models imo. __________________

28 August 2009, 09:07 AM	#35
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,593	For the average person, there is no reason why this clear caseback should not be an option. But in terms of oyster cases and Rolex uncompromising tradition and history of tool watches the steel caseback is necessary. Say for example you need an anvil in the survival situation, a crystal caseback is not going to do the job, but stainless steel This is a bit far fetched I have to admit. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

28 August 2009, 10:37 AM	#38
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Like it! Nice to see the innards occasionally. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

28 August 2009, 11:02 AM	#42
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	I wouldn't mind a clear caseback at all. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

29 August 2009, 10:08 AM	#51
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	nice but i prefer it closed.. __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

28 August 2009, 07:46 AM	#31
Ken Cox "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Ken Cox Location: Bend, Oregon, USA Watch: GMT Master II Posts: 469	I love it. I don't see how this would affect the functionality of a Sub, unless the Sapphire flexed under pressure. Rolex should offer this from the factory. I enjoy looking at machinery, and it would also make it easier to identify fakes if all Rolex watches came with clear case backs.

28 August 2009, 07:58 AM	#32
HYDROMAROC "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SAN DIEGO, CA USA Watch: me pass... Posts: 1,111	To each their own... I personally like to see what I paid for....

28 August 2009, 10:34 AM	#36
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Slick.

28 August 2009, 10:36 AM	#37
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	I absolutely love it. I wish it were on my GMTIIC.

28 August 2009, 10:44 AM	#39
MarJnK Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Canada Watch: Deepsea Posts: 184	Love it! Why look at a piece of flat steel (or Ti on the Deepsea's case) when you can see the heartbeat of your watch, and all the beautiful little pieces working in harmony to keep time with a few seconds a day. Its like seeing the magic. I had this same maker do a custom caseback for a Speedmaster I had. He does good work.

28 August 2009, 10:50 AM	#40
nektar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Louisiana Watch: 114060 Posts: 1,678	this is really nice..if you do get bored.. just look the back of your watch!!!!

28 August 2009, 10:55 AM	#41
NavitimerNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Caleb Location: California Watch: Rolex 1500 Posts: 1,295	I think I like it, but I would rather not have it...

28 August 2009, 11:28 AM	#43
theken "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 3,417	I installed one of the sapphire backs from Germany on an EXP II. I liked being able to see the 3186 movement. Recently, I sold the watch to a member of this forum. The watchmaker at my Rolex AD changed it back to the original in less than 5 minutes. For me, this modification is no different than changing the bracelet or bezel insert.

28 August 2009, 11:28 AM	#44
gaopa "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: .. Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 1,820	I like it.... would like to have that on my EXP II and my Omega Speedy Pro. Cheers, Bill P.

28 August 2009, 11:44 AM	#46
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	I think it'll look great on a Daytona, GMT, Datejust, President and Exp, but certainly not on the Subs or Sea-dwellers.

28 August 2009, 11:44 AM	#47
jmsrolls Banned Join Date: May 2008 Location: USA Posts: 3,185	The jury's still out on the display back for my EXPII: I've still not become accustomed to the feel of the new back and its extra weight. The EXPII is so comfortable with the original back and there is nothing exciting about the view of the 3186 movement so I may reverse the mod. The display back for my Omega SMP should arrive in a day or so which will provide a view of the nicely finished cal. 1120 movement. But here again, the SMP is quite comfortable with the steel back but hopefully the view will justify the change. Fr. John†

28 August 2009, 12:18 PM	#48
lp6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: dallas Posts: 31	Blasphemy please! The movement is what makes it tick, lets see it. It is added aesthetic value. Those who say it is not Rolex or it is somehow unbecoming lets talk about jewel gobbed animal print monstrosities. As for tool watches lets talk about anything making a tool watch with any gold on it. Opinions are great and that is what makes this board great but judging taste and personal preference is a dicey game.

28 August 2009, 12:22 PM	#49
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	I like it!

29 August 2009, 09:13 AM	#50
HockeyBrand Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Burnaby Posts: 265	I would. And i've done it.

29 August 2009, 10:10 AM	#52
snow_rocks Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: At what TIME?!!! Watch: the SKY tonite! Posts: 3,225	Someone who likes beauty!!!

29 August 2009, 10:44 AM	#53
Latrodectus 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,043	I am with Al, I like it and I would do it! If you wear it no one would notice it anyway...so it is just for you to enjoy! __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

29 August 2009, 10:50 AM	#54
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I'm with Frankie on the dress models and not sport models. Would love to be looking at my DD insides once in a while. __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

29 August 2009, 01:12 PM	#56
cody p "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Canada Watch: Air-King 114200 Posts: 2,878	a gorgeous movement. it may not be beautifully decorated, but it is highly finished.

29 August 2009, 01:29 PM	#57
YuppieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Brandon Location: West Coast, US Posts: 1,079	Blasphemy. There's nothing to look at, in my opinnion. You look at the dial of the watch. __________________ Brandon

29 August 2009, 02:46 PM	#58
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	very cool........I wish i could get one of those clear back. __________________ Collections: -- R-O-L-E-X --AP-ROO -- P-A-N-E-R-A-I -- B-R-E-G-U-E-T -- I-W-C -- B-A-L-L -- O-T-H-E-R-S WISHLIST: Too many to list...... Member #23367

29 August 2009, 02:49 PM	#59
Flyjet601 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hong Kong Watch: All of them Posts: 2,789	Looks great.... Would like to get one.......should be standard. If you dont want to see the insides, just wear the watch...you wont see it. __________________ I used to be indecisive, now I'm not sure

29 August 2009, 03:43 PM	#60
blueflamesg Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: US Posts: 65	i do not like it unless it is a dress watch like PP ir Lange or even VC. for rolex, no

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