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[gilrob]

Seiko has a couple.

[gilrob]

Go with the least expensive movement....

[gilrob]

From what factory, DC or JF?...

[gilrob]

Investigator.

[gilrob]

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Title of thread: GRF 5711 Thoughts?...

[gilrob]

Once seen it cannot be unseen.

[gilrob]

ARF is supposedly working on an improved date wheel according to a couple of trusted dealers. I'd wait for this to appear before going gen. Huge savings...

[gilrob]

The gen PP 5711 has changed their blue dial several times since it's introduction so you'll have to decide which blue you like best. There is a bit of...

[gilrob]

The dial does looks like its a bit right-sided. Second one I've seen lately, see it on post #527.

[gilrob]

I'd try a 2 part epoxy like J-B Weld or any slow setting glue which gives you time to align the screw properly. Fast setting glues like Super Glue does...

[gilrob]

Ask a trusted dealer, they in turn can ask PPF since they're in contact with them on a regular basis....

[gilrob]

Nice work on the logo paint mod. I'm clueless on how to realign the bezel screw, other than to somehow break the screw loose and glue it back in correctly...

[gilrob]

Trustytime is not a TD, good luck....

[gilrob]

Yes. Click on Trusted Dealers at the top of this page for a list of RWI approved dealers/retailers. Most have links to their websites....

[gilrob]

Too many times, I quit counting.

[gilrob]

[gilrob]

Ask your questions in the Omega sub-forum and you'll get more answer there....

[gilrob]

Don't order the ARF now, wait awhile because ARF is working on an improved date wheel, well worth the wait.

On shipping, follow the advice...

[gilrob]

Well done white dial, wide bezel and protruding crown indicates PPF.

[gilrob]

You've been here LONG enough to know that posting QC pictures is against the rules unless you have a specific question.