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Old 28 November 2012, 11:37 AM   #691
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Rolex Datejust 3135 Model 16233

Part Installation and movement overhaul performed in my shop...Added Diamond-Sapphire Bezel, Mother of Pearl Diamond refinished Genuine Dial. Wish I could show how the diamonds sparkle. It's magic!
First picture is BEFORE mods and cleaning. After I received the watch it stopped once even though the movement appeared to be very clean. During the overhaul I found many small particles here and there as well as a lack of needed lubrication. Keeps time now to within 1/4 sec per day and no more stopping. I absolutely love this watch.
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Old 29 November 2012, 04:16 AM   #692
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Well since we are showing off modified Rolexes, here is something we are working on. Custom designed stainless steel bezels. This is one of 12 prototypes we are working on the for the 36mm DateJust. The fitment is precise. Using 316L Stainless Steel. These are machined and not cast.

We are in the process of adjusting the fins for alignment, but I'm so excited that I wanted to share with my TRF friends!

We are also working on a rotating bezel for the DateJust similar to the Turn-O-Graph.
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Old 29 November 2012, 05:14 AM   #693
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Well since we are showing off modified Rolexes, here is something we are working on. Custom designed stainless steel bezels. This is one of 12 prototypes we are working on the for the 36mm DateJust. The fitment is precise. Using 316L Stainless Steel. These are machined and not cast.

We are in the process of adjusting the fins for alignment, but I'm so excited that I wanted to share with my TRF friends!

We are also working on a rotating bezel for the DateJust similar to the Turn-O-Graph.
That look is too rugged/rough for the DJ. Especially with the jubilee bracelet on.
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Old 29 November 2012, 06:03 AM   #694
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Didn't know how I felt about it on first blush, but I think this is kinda cool.

by Blaken, a German company that mods high end watches
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Old 29 November 2012, 07:15 AM   #695
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That look is too rugged/rough for the DJ. Especially with the jubilee bracelet on.
We installed on this particular one for fit and finish. Of course it would look better on the Oyster Bracelet model. I already have a buyer for this one. So to each his own.

I'll be posting others as we fine-tune them.
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Old 29 November 2012, 07:46 AM   #696
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Didn't know how I felt about it on first blush, but I think this is kinda cool.

by Blaken, a German company that mods high end watches
For some freakish I hit the lottery baller reason, I kinda like it.
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Old 29 November 2012, 10:37 AM   #697
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If I won the lottery that would be the last Rolex I'd ever consider buying. Lol


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Old 29 November 2012, 10:41 AM   #698
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For some freakish I hit the lottery baller reason, I kinda like it.
i feel the same way. but maybe because the dial looks like the confetti they drop when you win such a prize
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Old 29 November 2012, 11:32 PM   #699
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Well since we are showing off modified Rolexes, here is something we are working on. Custom designed stainless steel bezels. This is one of 12 prototypes we are working on the for the 36mm DateJust. The fitment is precise. Using 316L Stainless Steel. These are machined and not cast.

We are in the process of adjusting the fins for alignment, but I'm so excited that I wanted to share with my TRF friends!

We are also working on a rotating bezel for the DateJust similar to the Turn-O-Graph.
very interesting subject.
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Old 30 November 2012, 03:21 PM   #700
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Fresh from the camera.

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Old 4 December 2012, 05:16 AM   #701
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Old 4 December 2012, 05:31 AM   #702
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Old 29 January 2013, 11:30 PM   #703
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Old 29 January 2013, 11:40 PM   #704
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Old 10 February 2013, 03:46 PM   #705
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Did the dials feet line up perfect???
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Old 13 February 2013, 11:35 PM   #706
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Old 14 February 2013, 09:15 AM   #707
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Old 14 February 2013, 04:06 PM   #708
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Got the daytona SS mods pretty well covered... My sub with subC bracelet to the left was feeling lonely!!!

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Old 14 February 2013, 04:34 PM   #709
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You should see if the green hand will fit and then the date wheel
I don't like the green hand - rather keep the red one together with the green GMT-Master II logo.

And yes, the dial feet perfectly fitted.
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Old 14 February 2013, 06:16 PM   #710
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Old 15 February 2013, 12:10 AM   #711
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Got the daytona SS mods pretty well covered... My sub with subC bracelet to the left was feeling lonely!!!

A dial swap for the SS Daytona makes a world of a difference IMO, wonderful array of dials you have there! Especially that silver one towards the top of the pic!
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This is the best thread!!! I'm not the only one who likes to have a customized Rolex. I have changed dials on a few and some minor stuff. I love this
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Old 15 February 2013, 07:09 AM   #713
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i am absolutely delighted..a genuine rolex a/r crystal to fit my lv arrived today. thank you mr x.
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Old 15 February 2013, 07:39 AM   #714
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i am absolutely delighted..a genuine rolex a/r crystal to fit my lv arrived today. thank you mr x.
Cool, Johny pics of the mod please
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Old 15 February 2013, 07:45 AM   #715
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This is the best thread!!! I'm not the only one who likes to have a customized Rolex. I have changed dials on a few and some minor stuff. I love this
Very cool looking Sub, but why not just get a Yacht-Master!?
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Old 15 February 2013, 07:51 AM   #716
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Cool, Johny pics of the mod please
thanks panos..i feel as if it is christmas.
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Old 15 February 2013, 03:11 PM   #717
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A dial swap for the SS Daytona makes a world of a difference IMO, wonderful array of dials you have there! Especially that silver one towards the top of the pic!
Thanks! The silver one you mention might be going it. So classy, yet under rated!!!
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Old 17 February 2013, 03:01 AM   #718
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A/r crystal fitted.

fitted today...a/r cyclops crystal.
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Old 17 February 2013, 03:57 AM   #719
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25 year-old black 16613 with string dial. My second Rolex:


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Old 17 February 2013, 03:57 AM   #720
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Crystal looks mint..love that ar
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