Clean GMT-II Pepsi updated bezel insert V2/V2s review and comparison

[2841]

We grabbed scratched bezel inserts(aboout to return to the factory) in our office, and washed with dish soap and toothbrush with no problem. I also asked the factory to do the same, and they tested different batches for no problem, not even one piece was off.

And for the Batman bezel, they have been in the market for years, they were stable and never had peeling off problem. The V2s insert could have higher chance to peel off, but it should never be the batman

I would suggest you to ask your TD to see if they can do anything and check your dishwashing soap ingredients if they are not good for your watch @2841

For other members, the platinum is PVD vacuum plating, it should stay long and stable and wouldn't react with most substances, but be careful with acetone, banana oil(and other organic solvent) and corrosive liquid.

PS. Nail polish wouldn't help!

Thanks for putting in the effort bud, appreciate it.

Im already in contact with @jtimewatch, we will figure out a replacement.

Used the same soap, same day on a V1 Pepsi bezel, without problems. So it’s not the soap

 

[big_polarbear]

Thanks for putting in the effort bud, appreciate it.

Im already in contact with @jtimewatch, we will figure out a replacement.

Used the same soap, same day on a V1 Pepsi bezel, without problems. So it’s not the soap

Considering that you got the insert from @Jtime, and that @CTime did an extensive test on its stock, it wouldn’t be a stretch to understand that @Jtime maybe got a prototype batch or something like that

 

[muiramas]

So it’s not the soap

Keep it away from your delicate parts. Just in case.

 

[2841]

Considering that you got the insert from @Jtime, and that @CTime did an extensive test on its stock, it wouldn’t be a stretch to understand that @Jtime maybe got a prototype batch or something like that

yeah I’m thinking something similar.

Li is reaching out to the factory today, I’ll report back when I get new info

 

[JOSswag]

Does anyone here know what is the correct gasket size for 126710 pepsi? Ive had bought B25/7035 gen crystal that comes with 2.3mm gasket, Im not sure will it fit perfectly or no.

 

[botsyboy]

Does anyone here know what is the correct gasket size for 126710 pepsi? Ive had bought B25/7035 gen crystal that comes with 2.3mm gasket, Im not sure will it fit perfectly or no.

I’ve just fitted a gen 7035 plus the gen gasket supplied and it’s perfect height wise. I’ll add a pic when home.

 

[WatchSmith.US]

Does anyone here know what is the correct gasket size for 126710 pepsi? Ive had bought B25/7035 gen crystal that comes with 2.3mm gasket, Im not sure will it fit perfectly or no.

I used a 2.7 or 2.8 on the last one I installed. The 2.3 is so low the seconds hand hit the underside of the crystal.

 

[Platomates]

It turns out the “v1” from my pics above is not a stock Cf v1. It’s a CF v1 with a custom ceramic insert of unknown origin. Sorry for the confusion.

Hey man, received yours yet? hehehe

 

[BobbyBaltimore]

I used a 2.7 or 2.8 on the last one I installed. The 2.3 is so low the seconds hand hit the underside of the crystal.

Sorry to jump in here - will a B3235-111 gen date disc fit DD3285 movement?

 

[WatchSmith.US]

Sorry to jump in here - will a B3235-111 gen date disc fit DD3285 movement?

I have not tried.

 

[Trife90]

@CTime doing the extra work again. Keep the good work

Truly – it's extremely helpful to hear this information from the dealers. Thanks @CTime

 

[2841]

I used a 2.7 or 2.8 on the last one I installed. The 2.3 is so low the seconds hand hit the underside of the crystal.

I had the same experience. But one watch the gasket was to low, and another watch is was perfect…. Seems like it’s a crapshoot with these watches

 

[Versaceboy54]

I am really anxious to know why this is unfortunate and how it will negatively affect the wearing experience.

Maybe I should have expanded my statement better. I have a gen so was really excited to order one so I could do an in hand said by side of both bezels glowing bright red under UV. I thought I read that CF fully accomplished it so thats why when I saw that pic I said “That’s unfortunate “

Now i do realize for most people the correct full red UV glow may not matter however I tend to obsess on the little things + i thought it would have been really cool to see CF achieve this especially since it’s proprietary to Rolex.

I hope this clears my statement up a bit.

 

[Fusible]

I had the same experience. But one watch the gasket was to low, and another watch is was perfect…. Seems like it’s a crapshoot with these watches

Can you share pictures boss of the xtal bevel? I just bought blistered xtal and DW and looking to install them in newest clean. Went on a goose chase to find if you just use gen gasket it's fine lol. However, would love to see your photos and hoping mag/bevel are gen spec.

 

[JOSswag]

I used a 2.7 or 2.8 on the last one I installed. The 2.3 is so low the seconds hand hit the underside of the crystal.

Ah dang! I heard that 2.7 above isn’t waterproofed? And what is the stock CF gasket size? Can I use the stock CF gasket with the gen crystal?

 

[WatchSmith.US]

Ah dang! I heard that 2.7 above isn’t waterproofed? And what is the stock CF gasket size? Can I use the stock CF gasket with the gen crystal?

Stock is 2.8 I think.

 

[japer]

 

[mmaggi]

I'll take the CF bezels every day of the week and twice on Sunday

 

[japer]

Me too, although Xing looks quite good as well.

 

[Scottymagic]

Be aware the V2S is based on MKIII while this gen is MK2.

I personally prefer the V2S, it’s the only one that has the shiny gloss like gen.