Franken CRPO: They said it couldn't be done

[Ridjobradi]

Post or mail the dimensions of the spacer and I will see what I can do. Does it need to be milled and turned or just milled? Are you starting with a spacer and need it modified or is it a new spacer from scratch?

I have the equipment. I am just very short on time. I travel most of the time and am only home for couple days between trips.

 

[vdusanv]

Hi, great job, this is my similar project, but not finished jet. I have to replace a crystal, AR was damaged so I have to remove it, and a dial is from Asian movement so date is not right fit. I am looking for a new or used dial for 45mm PO and crystal with AR. I got a used damaged Omega with ETA 2824, bought a hand here on RWI (thanks RWI), still looking for new SECOND hand for ETA movement.
I see you are a expert, so what do you say, this is realy my own work, help only on YouTube and net.

 

[Gibsonk]

Nice work, it's a labour of love but well worth it.

I too am looking for a new crystal, although have been away from the scene for a while, the genuine crystal is pricey, hopefully someone will offer up a sunnydale crystal, they are as good as it gets without going gen.

Not sure if I have a seconds hand I maybe do, will have a look.

If you need to order original parts (hands/crystal then do it soon) genuine parts will be unavailable to the public quite soon.

You may want to consider sealing up your HE valve and keep a eye on the crown tube they are weak areas.

What maker is yours, you ideally want a V4 or V5 if you're gonna franken it.

Let me know if you need any help.

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[darby g]

That's an outstanding amount of work put into that watch. It's really something else. Glad to see it turned out so well!

 

[Gibsonk]

That's an outstanding amount of work put into that watch. It's really something else. Glad to see it turned out so well!

Thank you, I love it.

Considering the gen, so this may go to help fund it. Although not sure I could part with it.

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[darby g]

Thank you, I love it.

Considering the gen, so this may go to help fund it. Although not sure I could part with it.

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As fantastic as a gen is, I wouldn't part with this. It's something you put a lot of time and effort into, and it's more special than a gen in that regard. I would keep this around, and save up a while longer for a gen. I have a feeling this would be a watch sale that you could regret.

 

[vdusanv]

Thanks. If you find a second hand , I Will be greatfull. Sunnydale crystal Will do fine for me too.

This Omega is cca 7 - 8 years old, when I went to cinema wiht my family to look a James Bond Casino Royale (2006). I just loved a watch.
I find it and bought it on Cqout from Hong Kong. Then it was close to gen off all that you could find. But movement was bad. I realy do not know what version it is, mybe some one knows.

It was in my desk for a few years but then I decided to put some work in it, find some parts and put it together again.

I greesed a gasket from crown (it screw down very vell), the HE valve is sealed from inside with metal glue. I can go swimming, no problem.

If I find I Will put in a new dial replica , from PO that sells today (Picture) The next is a cystal.

 

[Gibsonk]

As fantastic as a gen is, I wouldn't part with this. It's something you put a lot of time and effort into, and it's more special than a gen in that regard. I would keep this around, and save up a while longer for a gen. I have a feeling this would be a watch sale that you could regret.

Your probably right, I would regret it, it could never be replaced.

Guess I need to wait longer for a gen.

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[Gibsonk]

Thanks. If you find a second hand , I Will be greatfull. Sunnydale crystal Will do fine for me too.

This Omega is cca 7 - 8 years old, when I went to cinema wiht my family to look a James Bond Casino Royale (2006). I just loved a watch.
I find it and bought it on Cqout from Hong Kong. Then it was close to gen off all that you could find. But movement was bad. I realy do not know what version it is, mybe some one knows.

It was in my desk for a few years but then I decided to put some work in it, find some parts and put it together again.

I greesed a gasket from crown (it screw down very vell), the HE valve is sealed from inside with metal glue. I can go swimming, no problem.

If I find I Will put in a new dial replica , from PO that sells today (Picture) The next is a cystal.

Just be careful of dial sizes, there may well be differences.

The V4/5 takes a gen dial.

Others may not, you probably want to measure the diameter and DW position, if it's a dial from a non clone movement it may be slightly different depending on the DWO.

I will have a look for the hand, not sure if I still have it though

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[vdusanv]

Hi, I can not find crystal for my UPO. Can you help ?

 

[Gibsonk]

Depending on the case you have it may take a gen crystal, have a look at cousins UK, they are not cheap though, alternatively if you can find a sunnydale crystal it may fit depending on what case it's for.

I don't know a huge amount about the UPO but believe the V4/5 will take a gen crystal.

There is some really good resource in this sub forum about frankens, have a search it may help.

Failing that I am sure someone will be along shortly who cam advise.

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[vdusanv]

Hi, I need some help if you can help me. On my CRPO 45 I lost a HE VALVE (crown only) , do you have some for sell, it can be used or from other omega crown to screw in. I need to fill the hole in my case.

thanks for help

 

[Gibsonk]

Hi, I need some help if you can help me. On my CRPO 45 I lost a HE VALVE (crown only) , do you have some for sell, it can be used or from other omega crown to screw in. I need to fill the hole in my case.

thanks for help

Hello buddy,

Sorry I don't have any parts for sale, just have my franken now

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