I really like this blue Sub (Mod)

[playmore009]

SS Sub with blue bezel - What a combination! I love it. I want it. I love it and want it but I know I can't have it.

I hope it's okay to link to to the site:

http://rolexblog.blogspot.com/2011/1...ubmariner.html

[Chewbacca]

love it.

[seand442]

It's a good look. I like it.

[superdog]

Originally Posted by Chewbacca

love it.

me too.

[kilyung]

Too hard to find the parts and too inconvenient when dealing with RSC for service (independents are increasingly hesitant to work on modded watches for fear of loosing parts accounts). It's easier to just get the WG Sub.

[locutus49]

Agree. Someone will be in for a surprise when they send a modded watch to an RSC.

Originally Posted by kilyung

Too hard to find the parts and too inconvenient when dealing with RSC for service (independents are increasingly hesitant to work on modded watches for fear of loosing parts accounts). It's easier to just get the WG Sub.

[themaninblack]

Freakin fugly!

[DKRanger22]

Love the "shark" mod.

Originally Posted by kilyung

Too hard to find the parts and too inconvenient when dealing with RSC for service (independents are increasingly hesitant to work on modded watches for fear of loosing parts accounts). It's easier to just get the WG Sub.

While difficult to find the parts, it's a breeze to swap out the bezel. If in need of service, I would simply revert back to the black bezel. Cost and parts availability make this prohibitive, but I certainly wouldn't let "service fears" be a driving factor in not doing this mod.

Even if you source the WG bezel with blue ceramic inset, you are still at less than half the cost of a WG sub with a more unique look.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by DKRanger22

While difficult to find the parts, it's a breeze to swap out the bezel. If in need of service, I would simply revert back to the black bezel. Cost and parts availability make this prohibitive, but I certainly wouldn't let "service fears" be a driving factor in not doing this mod.

Have you tried removing a ceramic bezel? Never mind the ceramic insert? Not as easy as the older aluminum inserts and bezels.

Service should be a consideration. I'm comfortable disassembling movements and can service ETA movements without concern but I'll never service one of my Rolexes. Why? I don't have a parts account. So if independents risk losing parts accounts and won't service modded watches, what is an owner to do?

[jjnd08]

I'd just get the new Blue Pelagos. I believe the bracelet is even easier to microadjust.

And it is cheaper and easier than doing a mod...and WAY cheaper than buying the WG.

[locutus49]

I wonder if people mod SS Rolexes to look like precious metal models to make people think they can afford precious metal. Or do they just like the colors and dials of precious metal watches, but without the cost.

Originally Posted by kilyung

Have you tried removing a ceramic bezel? Never mind the ceramic insert? Not as easy as the older aluminum inserts and bezels.

[wdin]

sharp looking...

[DKRanger22]

Originally Posted by kilyung

Have you tried removing a ceramic bezel? Never mind the ceramic insert? Not as easy as the older aluminum inserts and bezels.

Doesn't appear to be much involved... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=snSEaxqs5hE

I'm talking about sourcing the entire WG bezel w/ blue insert installed. Not actually swapping inserts. I know that is a giant pain, as the ceramic inserts are very fragile.

[DKRanger22]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I wonder if people mod SS Rolexes to look like precious metal models to make people think they can afford precious metal. Or do they just like the colors and dials of precious metal watches, but without the cost.

If I did this, for me, it would be the latter. I could care less what people "think" I paid for my wrist watch. I do, however, love the blue sub, but can't justify the cost, so a mod like this is a good middle ground for me. FWIW, I haven't done this mod, but have been considering a stainless sub for my next purchase with this mod in mind.

[DKRanger22]

Originally Posted by jjnd08

I'd just get the new Blue Pelagos. I believe the bracelet is even easier to microadjust.

And it is cheaper and easier than doing a mod...and WAY cheaper than buying the WG.

This is probably going to win out for me as my next move. But the shark is tempting... (Not my watch... Found on TRF)...

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I wonder if people mod SS Rolexes to look like precious metal models to make people think they can afford precious metal. Or do they just like the colors and dials of precious metal watches, but without the cost.

I generally subscribe to the "it's your watch, do what you want with it" philosophy when it comes to modded watches. However I think it's important that anyone doing so understand all the pro/cons. I've modded a fair number of watches but I have the tools and skills to reverse all of them. Even so service and parts are an issue that temper my enthusiasm for modding.

[playmore009]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I wonder if people mod SS Rolexes to look like precious metal models to make people think they can afford precious metal. Or do they just like the colors and dials of precious metal watches, but without the cost.

I would do this simply because I like the blue color against the black dial. It looks sharp IMO. The previous metal blue sub has a blue dial also so it's really quite different. I only posted this topic as I thought it would be cool to add color to the Sub.

Can we do this on the old sub? Get a non ceramic blue bezel (from like the two tone blue sub) and put it on a period correct sub?

[tkerrmd]

Yeah the blue bezel look on the sub is amazing and why the Smurf is so awesome

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by DKRanger22

This is probably going to win out for me as my next move. But the shark is tempting... (Not my watch... Found on TRF)...

David, at one point had a fully modded SS Sub with (genuine) WG dial and bezel insert. So you could try reaching out to him if you're interested in something like that.

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by playmore009

I would do this simply because I like the blue color against the black dial. It looks sharp IMO. The previous metal blue sub has a blue dial also so it's really quite different. I only posted this topic as I thought it would be cool to add color to the Sub.

Can we do this on the old sub? Get a non ceramic blue bezel (from like the two tone blue sub) and put it on a period correct sub?

IIRC there is a blue aluminum insert that will fit the 16610. I can't recall what watch it comes from.

[playmore009]

Originally Posted by kilyung

IIRC there is a blue aluminum insert that will fit the 16610. I can't recall what watch it comes from.

I recall seeing a few blue bezels with silver font color that would serve that purpose. I am not sure how interchangeable they are.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by locutus49

I wonder if people mod SS Rolexes to look like precious metal models to make people think they can afford precious metal. Or do they just like the colors and dials of precious metal watches, but without the cost.

there's a sorta double entendre in the commment.

same difference - err, same thing - (i think i just did it too). but i doubt this is a socio-economic reason.

anyone who wears a modern rolex trying to make their modern rolex look more preciousmetalrolexy (ugh) is a stretch with todays ref#'s. they're still dropping $10k (lets say) and that's not sofa change.

fwiw, i personally just like ss more than WG - simple as that.

at the end of the day, (here's the just wear it and enjoy it answer) its your watch so who cares.

[antbkny]

Originally Posted by DKRanger22

Doesn't appear to be much involved... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=snSEaxqs5hE

nice to know that they pop off just as easy as the old models.

[DKRanger22]

Originally Posted by kilyung

David, at one point had a fully modded SS Sub with (genuine) WG dial and bezel insert. So you could try reaching out to him if you're interested in something like that.

Thank you for the tip

[ftgokie]

man, I love that watch!

[Dittox]

Originally Posted by kilyung

David, at one point had a fully modded SS Sub with (genuine) WG dial and bezel insert. So you could try reaching out to him if you're interested in something like that.

Like this one http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTA2NlgxNj...UsesZ/$_57.JPG. It will definitely fool you at first!

[Tudor66]

Originally Posted by antNYC

nice to know that they pop off just as easy as the old models.

He sure it makes it look easy. However, I live in the fear camp, meaning, I fear I will make my watch worse when I try to work on it, or modify it. I leave this type of repair to the professionals.

The blue looks nice, but I would much rather have the white gold version...!

[kilyung]

Originally Posted by DKRanger22

Doesn't appear to be much involved... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=snSEaxqs5hE

I've seen this video before and I cringe every time. That delrin gasket is critical. His disclaimer says as much,"Please take care you do this at your own risk as the nylon bezel ring is only replaceable from Rolex." When Rolex removes the bezel that part is replaced. Also if the bezel is lifted on one side improperly, the ceramic insert risks hitting the crystal and chipping which is why Rolex lifts the bezel up simultaneously on four sides.

[alanc]

Originally Posted by kilyung

I generally subscribe to the "it's your watch, do what you want with it" philosophy when it comes to modded watches. However I think it's important that anyone doing so understand all the pro/cons. I've modded a fair number of watches but I have the tools and skills to reverse all of them. Even so service and parts are an issue that temper my enthusiasm for modding.

As usual, Mike speaks with wisdom.

[Minimalist]

Love it! There's a thread in here somewhere where someone has done this mod to a 14060 and it looks fantastic. I plan to get a 14060m in the future and do this mod too.

I'd also do the mod simply because blue is my favorite colour and can't get the smurf as I have an allergy to gold. Not good for my skin :(