Reservation list for 42 mm(5GPO) Sunnydale PO crystals

[R2D4]

Is there a particular guide to replacing the crystal to fit Sunnys? I'm in the UK and don't want to wait 3 months to send to wiz just to replace a crystal.. I'm assuming I need a crystal press..

It is very easy, yet not so easy.

Uncase the movement, I use winding position when removing the stem, Pop the old crystal out with your thumb. Leave gasket in. Add a very light coat of silicone grease on gasket, wipe off any excess. Insert new crystal as evenly as you can. Keep the press centered and tighten. You may need to release, check and move a smaller die around the edges. Make sure the die doesn't also press the insert.

 

[mattcops]

It is very easy, yet not so easy.

Uncase the movement, I use winding position when removing the stem, Pop the old crystal out with your thumb. Leave gasket in. Add a very light coat of silicone grease on gasket, wipe off any excess. Insert new crystal as evenly as you can. Keep the press centered and tighten. You may need to release, check and move a smaller die around the edges. Make sure the die doesn't also press the insert.

Where are you located r2d2... I may have to pass the watch over to you that all sounds a bit too nerve racking for me!

 

[R2D4]

Sorry Sunny, it must be the liquid metal crystal next to yours or so. I'm not sure.

This is the original thread.
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/42mm-planet-ocean-133084?t=133084

I will mount your crystal to my 5gen 42mm in a few days - after that I'll post my own photos. It wasn't my intention to make any mess, was just curious. No offence mate.

Ok, not to clog up this thread but... There are probably other variations of this 42PO that can make a bit of a difference. For example, that post you show, the OP never says what watch it came from. Could be a one off from WatchEden or a DGXX model. Also, on the V2.5-V2.99-3 that crystal was thinner, but when you get the crystal in, it is so close and hardly noticeable. It was raised a bit.

The only thing you can do is try it on your watch. These are things you run into when modifying your watch.

 

[Q5?]

I received my Fr5GPO from R2/Katt

Here are a few comparison pics of it with my Gen 2500D PO

Pretty close SunnyD! Thanks :thumbsup:

 

[R2D4]

That is one beautiful franken I really enjoyed having that watch in my possession. Congrats EJ! Thanks for posting.

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[drbollocko]

Lovely pics, two damn cool watches with great AR! I love that integrated rubber strap with white stitching, must get one. The isofrane looks cool aswell!

 

[BaggyPants]

Stunning! Absolutely stunning! I have both of those and the pumpkin variant, all in standard v.5 trim, although the white numbered one is currently with Wiz having gen crown/tube, relume, waterproof and regulate, plus a UPO and a 42mm CrPO on the way. I like my PO's

 

[pretender]

Stunning! Absolutely stunning! I have both of those and the pumpkin variant, all in standard v.5 trim, although the white numbered one is currently with Wiz having gen crown/tube, relume, waterproof and regulate, plus a UPO and a 42mm CrPO on the way. I like my PO's

I share the same PO addiction

I think the titanium 45mm version is next for me

 

[sunnydale]

Sorry Sunny, it must be the liquid metal crystal next to yours or so. I'm not sure.

This is the original thread.
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/42mm-planet-ocean-133084?t=133084

I will mount your crystal to my 5gen 42mm in a few days - after that I'll post my own photos. It wasn't my intention to make any mess, was just curious. No offence mate.

No probs mate, thanks for the link, interesting to see what version that is.

Ok, not to clog up this thread but... There are probably other variations of this 42PO that can make a bit of a difference. For example, that post you show, the OP never says what watch it came from. Could be a one off from WatchEden or a DGXX model. Also, on the V2.5-V2.99-3 that crystal was thinner, but when you get the crystal in, it is so close and hardly noticeable. It was raised a bit.

The only thing you can do is try it on your watch. These are things you run into when modifying your watch.

Thanks, very informative! I know that cheaper versions like Narikaa 45.5 mm has thinner crystal and it is also bigger in diameter than UPO. Might be same with 42 mm model. I had DGsomething movement version and it is 1:1 to best PO.

I received my Fr5GPO from R2/Katt

Here are a few comparison pics of it with my Gen 2500D PO

Pretty close SunnyD! Thanks :thumbsup:

WOW! I cannot see any difference! Thanks for the pics, great stuff!

By the way, back from holidays ready to ship! Much interest, but still plenty to sell!

 

[deef3]

Put the crystal in a week or so ago. Makes the Gen dial and hands stand out so much more. I can't stop looking at it!



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[sunnydale]

Put the crystal in a week or so ago. Makes the Gen dial and hands stand out so much more. I can't stop looking at it!

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Yeah I noticed that you had already put some pictures after I sent you that pm Anyway, thanks for the extra pics, looks stunning!

 

[deef3]

Yeah I noticed that you had already put some pictures after I sent you that pm Anyway, thanks for the extra pics, looks stunning!

I couldn't remember what thread I posted in haha. Thanks again!

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[co-axial]

Just paid for mine Thanks Sunny :thumbsup:

:facepalm: first step to franken.

I have: PO 5 th Gen 2824, sunny crystal, gen tube/ crown

Missing: gen bezel, hands, dial

Way to go :

 

[Q5?]

Go, go, go!

 

[Mr. Pap]

Just paid for mine Thanks Sunny :thumbsup:

:facepalm: first step to franken.

I have: PO 5 th Gen 2824, sunny crystal, gen tube/ crown

Missing: gen bezel, hands, dial

Way to go :

:woot: Pretty close! If i get any of them in my hands i will let you know.

I will be waiting a nice thread by the way when its done opcorn:

 

[sunnydale]

:woot: Pretty close! If i get any of them in my hands i will let you know.

I will be waiting a nice thread by the way when its done opcorn:

We count on you Pap! You are a wizard finding gen stuff like those IWC dials, amazing

Mee too, popcorns ready for the thread P!

 

[Q5?]

IWC dials? What I miss?

 

[sunnydale]

IWC dials? What I miss?

Like this

http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/gen-iwc-big-132817?t=132817

I paid my ass off to get one and this guy found 2 pcs at a great price!

 

[co-axial]

:woot: Pretty close! If i get any of them in my hands i will let you know.

I will be waiting a nice thread by the way when its done opcorn:

Don't really know if this will be a job for old co- ax or young Wiz:thinking:

 

[R2D4]

Don't really know if this will be a job for old co- ax or young Wiz:thinking:

I would be happy to guide you if needed. Wiz is a good move too.

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