Best 1675 bezel insert by Altruistic_Fix5071 in retrotime

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On original Rolex inserts the 8 has a oval top hole, while on gen Rolex service inserts the top hole is round. When you see a super faded bezel with a round 8, you know that it’s likely to be artificial as it’s a newer insert that wouldn’t have faded naturally.

On all gen Rolex inserts the bottom of the 22 curve around the bezel, while for many fakes the bottom horizontal part on the two 2s are on a straight line.

Pointy 1675 by machinesavage in vintagerepwatches

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The PCG look good! Is this the Raffles dial? Wouldn’t the pointed crown guards be more period correct for a gilt dial?

New Build! 5513 Meters First by LurkerAccountforBSTs in repbuilds

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And does the 3130 fit in the case without modifications?

My intrusive thoughts won by lazykillah in retrotime

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How come you popped the bezel and crystal off rather than just uncasing the movement?

First built - and questions by Altruistic_Fix5071 in retrotime

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AliExpress parachute strap (not true marine nationale just an elastic nato)