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Another Moonswatch metal case project
- Thread starter dacodo
- Start date
How was the bracelet from the j77 speedy clone?@DesertAdventures
The vendor we discussed shipped this
very nice bracelet. Engraving is laser and quite well done
pretty nice too but it did need some work on to remove sharp edges. The SEL were a bit rough too on the invisible parts, so I had to refinish it
Now I did not size or wear it. So looks only.
yes.
You need to change the crown and tube
the tube diameter is 2.5mm
the crown is 7mm
It's a push-in not screw in
check it out here
Post in thread 'MoonSwatch "Full Metal Jacket" + Speedmaster Quartz "NATO" [EU ONLY]'
https://forum.replica-watch.info/th...er-quartz-nato-eu-only.10967029/post-11617196
Do you also use this metal cases? Do the 3d chapter rings fir from post #5 or #15?
Thanks for taking your time
My DHG Neptune Snoopy.... initially had the Neptune in a sterile speedmaster case w/blue insert & black rubber strap, but just didn't scratch the itch for me. Then the idea occurred to me to try it in my DHG Snoopy (blue bezel insert & blue fabric strap with DG28xx movement); I like it a lot.
I mean if we can get a good way to engrave casebacks and crowns, we could do pretty well, but as-is, the generic VK63 case is very good looking.
Hi can I ask which movement holder from the link (https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6381997/files) do I use for these two cases?
The moonswatch replica I bought is from DHgate (https://www.dhgate.com/product/bioc...full/776581467.html?skuid=1007494270161985566). Thanks!
- Case 1 - VK63 (https://www.aliexpress.us/item/1005005106728295.html?gatewayAdapt=4itemAdapt)
- Case 2 - DHgate (https://www.dhgate.com/product/2021...aa0543f23f98ab91c|bestmatch;stprod|1535906302)
The moonswatch replica I bought is from DHgate (https://www.dhgate.com/product/bioc...full/776581467.html?skuid=1007494270161985566). Thanks!
The AliX case you listed will be perfect for the 3d printed holder I designed and you linked. The watches_77 Moonswatch will fit the holder, which will fit the case.
Right. I've decided to finally pull my finger out and get my hands dirty on this. I know you lot are doing these mods with your eyes closed and I'm happy to be giggled at but we've gotta start somewhere right?
Got the donor watch coming from the watches_77 store and the case from Dwayne Campbell. Holders have already been provided via the UK contact (thank you @Yellowsubmarine and all others involved) and I think we're set.
Wish me luck
Got the donor watch coming from the watches_77 store and the case from Dwayne Campbell. Holders have already been provided via the UK contact (thank you @Yellowsubmarine and all others involved) and I think we're set.
Wish me luck
Let us know if you need any help. Toughest part is trimming the stem to the right length, but looks like stems are available again which is great!Right. I've decided to finally pull my finger out and get my hands dirty on this. I know you lot are doing these mods with your eyes closed and I'm happy to be giggled at but we've gotta start somewhere right?
Got the donor watch coming from the watches_77 store and the case from Dwayne Campbell. Holders have already been provided via the UK contact (thank you @Yellowsubmarine and all others involved) and I think we're set.
Wish me luck
Another inspired builder here soon! I just ordered a couple of donors from watches_77 as they are on sale, a couple of cases, some PE50 movements, and a couple band options. This looks like it's going to be a fun rabbit hole! It was a fun 2-hour read of all the threads. Thanks for everyone's contributions and thanks to Caboose for the movement holders!
You don't need new PE50 movements if you don't want, just new stems, which are available on AliX, here:
Another vendor actually has them cheaper here, but this appears to be a new addition:
SUNON PE50 Quartz Movement Watches Repair Parts 2/6/10 Small Second Hand Single - AliExpress 1511
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com
www.aliexpress.com
If you do want the gen movement, you'll have to find a Swatch Irony on eBay and do a dial swap.
Thanks! It was only a couple bucks more for the whole movement, and, given my natural tendency to want to take things apart, I figured I could go to town on the donor movements with little to no risk monetarily. Definitely worth the couple extra bucks for the fun and with no risk to the project itself!You don't need new PE50 movements if you don't want, just new stems, which are available on AliX, here:
Another vendor actually has them cheaper here, but this appears to be a new addition:
SUNON PE50 Quartz Movement Watches Repair Parts 2/6/10 Small Second Hand Single - AliExpress 1511
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com
If you do want the gen movement, you'll have to find a Swatch Irony on eBay and do a dial swap.
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You could do the sub-dial freezing mod to one movement, and not the other, and see which you like better!
I've bought some of these stems as I don't plan to change the movement.You don't need new PE50 movements if you don't want, just new stems, which are available on AliX, here:
Another vendor actually has them cheaper here, but this appears to be a new addition:
SUNON PE50 Quartz Movement Watches Repair Parts 2/6/10 Small Second Hand Single - AliExpress 1511
Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com
If you do want the gen movement, you'll have to find a Swatch Irony on eBay and do a dial swap.