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The paint is better than stock but how do you deal with that instant give away on the numbers, specially the 1s. I would be much more concerned about those ultra skinny numbers than the actual platinum color itself.
The paint is better than stock but how do you deal with that instant give away on the numbers, specially the 1s. I would be much more concerned about those ultra skinny numbers than the actual platinum color itself.
KJ2020 Thanks again for your info. Very interesting indeed the rep factories are using different parts from the aftermarkets. Good that you can source those parts from the TD. I always found it is not that welcome by the TD/rep factories, and if they do their prices are mostly pretty high.
BTW, based on insert pic you have shown, does it mean the aftermarkets won't fit onto the bezels to give the proper cosmetics?
Soldier2304 It is not easy to alter the 1s unless you do the engravings again which is extremely hard to do. You need the proper machine and technique to do it.
Member Spongebob does a great platinum sputter coating for around $200 if you want something really professional. Spongebob supplies inserts at an extra charge, but he uses Noobs for the Batman and they have really bad speed bumps. So you need to send him an aftermarket or rep insert of your choosing without any speed bumps. He's in Taiwan, so the whole process can take 3-4 months if you send one to him.
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First off, thank you for sharing this with us.
How does one get in touch with Spongebob?
Paint mods usually are pretty poor, but yours looks pretty damn good. I'm curious if anyone has tried a powder coating method, could be a middle ground between paint and sputter?
Either way, nice job
I absolutely need to do this mod to my GMF BLNR. Is there a trick or tool needed to remove the bezel, then the ceramic insert?
Check out this thread bro
https://forum.replica-watch.info/forum/tutorials/8257256-swap-crystal-on-gmt-master-2-blro-vvvlllooo
You might also want to try this different mod
https://forum.replica-watch.info/forum/rolex-tudor-replicas/9493838-kj2020-paint-mod/page2
Thank you, very helpfully. Also watched a few YouTube videos, seems pretty straight forward.
I feel the numbers on mine are too dark, thoughts?
Yes bro I'd say you are past due
Update. Not pleased with the 6’s and I am awaiting the 3M adhesive stickers for the insert. Going to hit another coat or two.