Tudor BB eta/ZF: Some cheap improvements for everyone

[Smpfan]

The Bergeon Lume is so and so. I‘m using the white one which contains Superluminova C1. It matches ZF‘s rep lume perfectly. But the kit is expensive. And it‘s only on par with rep lume. It’s far far away from e. g. my SEIKO Marinemaster.
There’s also a kit whith SL C3 which should be stronger. But at daylight it has got a yellowish tint.


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[Bandit77]

Hi @Smpfan. Which Garryflex grit did you use?

 

[Smpfan]

Garryflex medium.


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[Mike Page]

WOW !!! Good job and many thanks for posting for our enjoyment

 

[Bandit77]

Garryflex medium.


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Thank you!

 

[klockjohan]

Really nice small mods. Makes all the difference in the world.

Perfection is a dangerous personality trait.

 

[mnkoshka]

This is great @Smpfan, may I ask what micron polishes you used from rough to fine. I'm looking to purchase the same stuff. Picking up a HR dial also thanks in advance

 

[mnkoshka]

Has anyone had experience with HR bezel inserts? I find the black one on the rep isn't grainy enough

 

[Smpfan]

I used #320, #600, #1000, #2000 and #3000.
HR‘s insert is not as grainy as ZF‘s. But I find HR‘s more gen like. Especially the blue color.


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[Flaskevin]

HR‘s bezel inser has got a better blue color. The rotor can be lubricated with a very very small amount of oil. I did this on mine and it‘s an improvement.
Tomorrow I will take the BB to work and demagnetize it. After that we will see what the movement accuracy tells.

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Thanks. Do you have a side-by-side photo of the rep bezel insert and the one from HR? I find my rep bezel insert too dark, bordering to purple.

My rep is far from this, anyway:

 

[Smpfan]

Unfortunately I didn’t keep the stock insert. But I can tell you that it was way too dark. HR‘s is much closer to gen color. The stock insert seems to be lacquered but HR‘s and the gen is anodized.


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[mnkoshka]

I used #320, #600, #1000, #2000 and #3000.
HR‘s insert is not as grainy as ZF‘s. But I find HR‘s more gen like. Especially the blue color.


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Awesome thanks for the info... ill get right onto this

 

[mnkoshka]

I used #320, #600, #1000, #2000 and #3000.
HR‘s insert is not as grainy as ZF‘s. But I find HR‘s more gen like. Especially the blue color.


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Thanks, where did you purchase these polishing compounds from? Having trouble finding a good product

 

[Smpfan]

Have a look at ebay! There you will find everything you need.


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[Rjw252]

I'm so intrigued after reading this thread. I have a BB and another on the way. Question is, Do I dare attempt any of these mods. I've never even taken the case back off of any watch I own. LOL, However.. I am an engineer by trade, so realistically it should be right up my alley. I will definitely post and show my experiences with what I come up with. Thanks for all the information. I feel as if I am studying for a degree in repology as much I learn everyday from these forums. This is literally where I spend my free time lately. Thanks again.

 

[Alex__adc]

Hi guys,

Today I want to show you some cheap mods for a more gen like look. My object is a Tudor BBB made by ZF with rose logo.

Let‘s start with my crystal mod. The edge of the rep crystal is not clear but matte. So you might be missing some optical effects the gen is showing under certain angles. I decided to polish the crystal edge with diamond compound. Here are ope you enjoy this little workout. If you have got any questions feel free to

Best regards

Andi




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does these tips apply to black bay shield?

 

[Smpfan]

I think the shield BB has already got an improved crystal. But I did not hold it in my hands.

Some more teasers:

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[zorroz]

Very interesting, looks quite good