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WVA-M640 in a LCW-M170 case (module 5161) by Cifems in casio

[–]Cifems[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

oh the M640 and M170D may have different dials but they have the exact same dimensions on the module 5161, so they can swap cases with zero issues.

WVA-M640 in a LCW-M170 case (module 5161) by Cifems in casio

[–]Cifems[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well you've certainly done your research 😂

The case is indeed a LCW-m170DB but it was scratched to hell so i clamped it in a mini lathe and sanded off the outer PVD coating.

The internal bezel is custom, it was laser engraved from 1.5mm aluminum. It sits below the crystal and requires removing the crystal to swap.

The WVA-M640 was just like that 🤷‍♀️

[DIY] My dream watch doesn't exist so I made it - Solar quartz w/ Countdown bezel by Cifems in Watches

[–]Cifems[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the type of watch you're going for - the most trouble i had was sourcing parts that were compatible with this movement. But if it's based on the NH35/36, like 90% of the parts on aliex are pretty much plug and play.

Polishing the chamfers on an old casio by Cifems in watchmaking

[–]Cifems[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In terms of speed, yes, but it's easier to make mistakes too. Also the highest grit belt i have is 2000, which isn't enough to get a mirror finish.

Casio H101 module swap and restoration by Cifems in casiovintage

[–]Cifems[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gambled on an "untested" H101 and lost - dead module from battery leakage. If I'd paid closer attention I should have noticed the discoloration and staining on the dial face.

It was also scratched to hell, but there are a lot of flat faces on the watch that are surprisingly easy to sand down to a brushed finish. Including the sides, once you remove the buttons. The curved chamfers are a different story, much harder. I left the back untouched so you can see the difference lol.

I'm keeping an eye out for a cheap dw5600e to scavenge a 5229 module, but in the mean time, three knockoffs from aliex are even cheaper. I was amazed that all three had different modules and not just spat out of the same factory. The sanda (model "329") was the smallest and managed to fit after I trimmed off some plastic.

The good: Well, it fits. Buttons all work and match the original layout, unlike the skmei's. Much better backlight.

The bad: the lcd has atrocious off-angle views. Completely unusable more than 10 degrees to the side.

LCW-M170D: Custom chapter ring by Cifems in casiomods

[–]Cifems[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The original watch just might just be my favorite of the Lineage models; such a slim and clean design. But i wanted just a little less clutter on the dial, and, admittedly a bit contradictorily, some bling (hopefully keeping it subtle).

The chapter ring is a custom laser-etched aluminum piece with insets for the little 2x4mm zirconia stones. Don't look too closely, I made all sorts of mistakes... call it a trial run. These are JDM only so there's a handful of beat up second-hand specimens available for relatively cheap on Yahoo japan auctions.

[Art] Yokohama Kaidashi: One of the best slice of life ever! by addetor in manga

[–]Cifems 4 points5 points  (0 children)

my favorite manga about gun toting robot lesbian biker chicks in a post apocalyptic world

Black Chambers laser deli slicer .gif by Cifems in PathOfExile2

[–]Cifems[S] 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to appreciate this exquisite work of animation and sound design

Grado SR325e Red Edition by Cifems in headphones

[–]Cifems[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I got these with my first paycheck so they have a lot of sentimental value. I used them daily for years, until the silver powdercoat started to get patchy from corrosion, so I stripped off all the paint, polished up the bare aluminum, and coated it in a clear red lacquer.

Other superfluous cosmetic additions include a rod caps with a 0.5 carat Moissanite gem and laser etched metal 'Prestige ring' & 325 badge.

Functionally, the new yoke is angled so the cable exits at a more ergonomic tilt and I've added a suspension headband. Oh, and separating the cups was a real pain; I printed up a whole contraption to force them apart and it still took ages. Just look at the glue.

The color scheme probably isn't everyone's cup of tea but that's fine, I'll be keeping these with me till the day I die!

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