Vintage Tudor Sub question...

[pijin72]

Looking for some advice as have seen this (JKF?) tudor sub on PT...

I'm not looking to get into modding as I only want something that doesn't cost a huge amount (would go for the 2836 version) and looks okay on the wrist and don't want to spend a ton of money getting something that might convince a watch guy. The plexis on a lot of these factory vintage models seem way too big, but this is the only one of the factory subs I've seen that has what looks like a lower profile plexi and was wondering on people thoughts? The other option is one of the BP vintage subs on Trusty as they seem to have fairly low profile plexis too?

https://puretime.io/vintage-tudor-p...ariner-ss-black-dial-on-ss-bracelet-a23j.html

Any advice would be appreciated

 

[Lt4-396]

I believe the high dome is correct for the vintage models as the dome provides the extra strength for the deep dives. It also creates a better seal as the pressure increases it pushes the crystal outward and sort of makes it expand against the case/gasket.

Do you just not like the high dome look or think it doesn't match the gens of the time period?

You said you dont want to mod but If you like a particular watch but not the crystal it really is a very simple 10min job to swap a crystal. Crystal's without AR coatings are extremely cheap as in a few bucks and a cheap press is $12 on amazon or harbor freight. Then you can have a flat or low double domed crystal in saphirre/mineral/ acrylic with the watch your prefer.

 

[pijin72]

Hi buddy and thanks for the reply. Yeah, main reason is I'm not fan of the high domed crystals and the early 80s subs that would be the look I'd like to go for don't seem to have the big dome Versions

I've struggled to find and guides with pictures or videos on how to swap out the crystal so was a bit wary of doing it myself... You make it sound easy so maybe I'll have a go, will any tropic 19 fit these subs?

 

[Flaskevin]

Hi

I removed the super dome crystal on my rep and replaced it with a flatter one, because I just didn't like the super dome. You can see some photos here:

https://forum.replica-watch.info/for...dor-simple-mod

I believe that no-date vintage Rolexes were produced with a high dome, however there was also something called "service dome", that were flatter. You can read about it here:

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=587457
https://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...w-the-diameter

 

[pijin72]

thanks for the info mate, was it much of a task replacing the crystal as I can't find much online to show me the process? Also, do you know what diameter crystal is required for these JKF subs as I've seen different ones for sale (30.3 and 30.48?)

 

[Flaskevin]

thanks for the info mate, was it much of a task replacing the crystal as I can't find much online to show me the process? Also, do you know what diameter crystal is required for these JKF subs as I've seen different ones for sale (30.3 and 30.48?)

First you need to remove the bezel, there are several illustrations online, for instance like this:

https://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-and-replace-the-bezel-on-your-Rolex-Submari/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDsxC0YNcxQ


After that, it's not so hard replacing the crystal:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8SVpVZnQuQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xM6omPOhHIA


Sorry, I don't know about the diameter, mate.

 

[pijin72]

That's fantastic mate, really helpful and appreciate the time you taken to find those

thanks

Neil

 

[pijin72]

So I purchased this JK Factory Tudor 79090 rep (http://www.trustytime.club/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=228&products_id=15537) and after delivery I noticed the rotation of the bezel is really loose. I read up on this and it's been suggested that a new friction washer will resolve the issue. Can anyone confirm if this one would be suitable for a JKF Sub?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/316-5512...-TUDOR-1680-5512-5513-SUBMARINER/323708593553

Cheers,

Neil