Noob 4130 movement in ARF Daytona

[EuroJet 18]

Hi I'm fairly new to this scene so I was just wondering if it was at all possible. I've been looking at reviews of the ARF and my preference out of the box I'd go with the arf. The only problem is the 2 subdials don't work which is obviously a big draw back for me. I've seen a lot of people modding noobs with arf bracelets and dials but why has no one just put the noob movement into the arf? If anyone could help me with that it would be greatly appreciated

 

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[p0pperini]

why has no one just put the noob movement into the arf? If anyone could help me with that it would be greatly appreciated

They don't do it because the ARF case is designed for a modified 7750 movement and isn't compatible. If that wasn't the case, then obviously everyone would have been dropping the 4130 clone into their ARF.

But generally everyone has moved on now from modded Noob/ARF hybrids anyway, because the latest Daytona models from Clean et al are more than good enough.

 

[EuroJet 18]

They don't do it because the ARF case is designed for a modified 7750 movement and isn't compatible. If that wasn't the case, then obviously everyone would have been dropping the 4130 clone into their ARF.

But generally everyone has moved on now from modded Noob/ARF hybrids anyway, because the latest Daytona models from Clean et al are more than good enough.

Ahh ok that makes sense. I was only looking at noob and arf because I'd like an ice blue dial. Clean don't make one as of yet so I'm not sure when or if they'll make one. I know bf make one but the dials a little of in my opinion so I'm a bit stuck here. Might have to be patient and see if clean makes one. Thanks for the help tho I appreciate it

 

[p0pperini]

Ahh ok that makes sense. I was only looking at noob and arf because I'd like an ice blue dial.

Ah ha right. You probably want to hold fire then, Clean's almost bound to get to the ice blue dial at some point. In the meantime you could also keep an eye on M2M in case someone's selling the ARF (or post a WTB). Wish I'd kept mine...

IMHO the "works like the real thing" benefits of the clone 4130 are outweighed by the inherent fragility of chrono movements. I don't risk any of mine by actually using the chrono! And I speak as someone who had the Noob/ARF hybrid job done on my 116500 panda - and still never uses the Noob 4130 (serviced by Ado) for fear of it going wrong... I'd be perfectly happy with a vanilla ARF, wherever the opportunity arose to pick one up.

 

[EuroJet 18]

Ah ha right. You probably want to hold fire then, Clean's almost bound to get to the ice blue dial at some point. In the meantime you could also keep an eye on M2M in case someone's selling the ARF (or post a WTB). Wish I'd kept mine...

IMHO the "works like the real thing" benefits of the clone 4130 are outweighed by the inherent fragility of chrono movements. I don't risk any of mine by actually using the chrono! And I speak as someone who had the Noob/ARF hybrid job done on my 116500 panda - and still never uses the Noob 4130 (serviced by Ado) for fear of it going wrong... I'd be perfectly happy with a vanilla ARF, wherever the opportunity arose to pick one up.

I might wait a little longer ill see, I was just looking at all the different options. The BF one doesn't look too bad I'd just probably swap the dial on it. I could get my hands on a arf ice blue it's just whether or not I should go ahead and get it as I could take the dial out of that and slap it onto the BF. But would have no idea if it's a straight forward fit or would require sanding. I'm pretty impatient as it is anyway so what would your thoughts be on putting the arf dial on the better factory? Or is it better to just get one or the other till clean release one

 

[p0pperini]

The ARF dial needs shaving to fit in the Noob case, so the chances are the same would be true of fitting it in any other case designed for the 4130 clone. Clearly you either need to be a proficient modder to do that, or have access to someone else who is. As I mentioned, my NARF work was undertaken by Ado, who is a well respected watch smith here (but unfortunately a chrono hand still got chipped in the process, so... it's not always a straightforward operation even when you know what you're doing!).

Although I've had a couple of Platonas, I don't miss them particularly, because I just couldn't quite get on with the ice blue/brown colour combo. But there's no arguing with their eye catching qualities!

Good luck with whatever you decide to do!

 

[EuroJet 18]

The ARF dial needs shaving to fit in the Noob case, so the chances are the same would be true of fitting it in any other case designed for the 4130 clone. Clearly you either need to be a proficient modder to do that, or have access to someone else who is. As I mentioned, my NARF work was undertaken by Ado, who is a well respected watch smith here (but unfortunately a chrono hand still got chipped in the process, so... it's not always a straightforward operation even when you know what you're doing!).

Although I've had a couple of Platonas, I don't miss them particularly, because I just couldn't quite get on with the ice blue/brown colour combo. But there's no arguing with their eye catching qualities!

Good luck with whatever you decide to do!

Ah ok no worries. I'll be sure to keep my work posted. What's ados contacts just so I've got in on standby for when I'll need the dial shaving