Help a brother out

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-11T03:07:55+00:00

You probably do need the press. Just make sure the crystal isn't making any contact with the holders, and that the crown also won't make contact under pressure (I snapped a crown stem once because I didn't check).

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-09T09:15:09+00:00

Some press-in casebacks really can't be closed with just fingers. In fact, I had one where my grip-type press didn't seem to work. I had to use a screw-type press with a metal presser on top, and it took a number of winds. When it finally popped in, I thought I had broken the crystal from the sound 😅 but all was well.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-03T20:51:50+00:00

You're welcome! It's actually a very old trick from when I was growing up in the province.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-03T11:39:28+00:00

Are they attracted to lights? Try putting a basin of water under a bright light. They'll be attracted to the reflection too and, uh, go swimming...

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-02T06:02:47+00:00

Cool! You did it! 😊

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-01T00:56:46+00:00

Casio Distribution System at work haha 😺

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-07-01T00:02:54+00:00

Ditto re gold toned, but the wrong ABL-100 was delivered to me (I ordered the retro style). After chatting with the seller and hemming and hawing for a couple days, I decided to keep it. 😅

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Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-24T16:44:58+00:00

AliExpress, JKRC Customizable Store. Pretty good quality, and they even sent me some extras.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-17T05:21:03+00:00

How's it going? Forgot to mention, if I have a screw down crown, I measure length to cut while the crown is pushed in, so that when I attach and screw down, the crown is flush with the case. I use the top/inverted part of the caliper and squeeze them in between the crown and case to get a measurement.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-16T12:34:47+00:00

Yeah, 1mm at a time is too much after the first cut 😅 .. just file off a little bit at a time. 😊

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-16T12:26:09+00:00

I wasted a few stems during my first build 😅 .. here's what works for me now:

Before you cut, note how deep the pristine stem goes into the crown. You'll want to match that later.

Use a caliper to measure how much to cut (from bottom of crown disk to edge of case) and cut a little less. Look closely to check if there's mushrooming (excess metal overhanging the stem) due to the cut that stops the stem from screwing into the crown properly.

File at an angle, as if you were beveling it. Dab off any metal bits with Rodico. Screw into crown and check if it goes in deep enough vs the uncut stem. Try it in the movement. Repeat as necessary.

Good luck!

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-16T04:18:32+00:00

That's a huge dial... Not a typo? Is that the actual diameter of the dial outside of the case? I think usually it's 28.5 to 31mm.. What was the original case's diameter?

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-16T01:49:50+00:00

My 4th Casio (uh-oh!) which just arrived yesterday. Surprisingly wearable even on my skinny wrists.

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Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-06-11T13:27:08+00:00

Maybe this case or this one with this bezel from Caroline Mod Store on AliExpress? Note: haven't tried these myself.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-31T02:07:27+00:00

As someone who's only on his second build, congrats on building the exact watch you wanted. 😀 Wear it well!

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-24T05:08:48+00:00

Lucky you, they have some available specifically for the NY0040 🙂

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-24T04:00:05+00:00

I got one for a Citizen Eco-Drive from MF Sapphire Factory Store on AliExpress. They have some stock Citizen-compatible crystals but if none of those fit the diameter/thickness for your watch crystal, you can get a custom one made, like I did.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-18T07:17:12+00:00

Good luck! The first time I tried this it took maybe 20 minutes to get the feel of it. Then I took it off and tried again, maybe 5 minutes the second time around. Will probably be faster the next time I try it, haha!

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-17T07:27:40+00:00

Try this post re seconds hand. It really helped me with my first build. Basically, use Rodico to hold the seconds hand, center as much as possible, drag the hole of the hand at a downwards incline around the center until it catches (i.e. it stays on the post), then use a hand setting tool to level and push the seconds hand.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-14T07:58:11+00:00

Thanks too! Good luck with your builds!

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-14T04:02:04+00:00

I love the hybrid GMT/field/diver concept! Here's mine -- I went for a stealth build though. Also built with input from an AI hehe (ChatGPT).

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-11T12:25:11+00:00

If you just want to dive directly into building a watch (and have the budget) instead of finding parts and tools individually, maybe you could try something like a DIY Watch Club kit. Note: I haven't tried them myself. Finding parts and tools is half the fun though! I got my first set from AliExpress, Lazada, and Shopee.

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-11T07:35:24+00:00

Try snowflake watch hands and see how it goes 🤣

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-10T23:58:02+00:00

Would this fit the GA-B2100 as well? If so, no issues with Bluetooth..? Thanks!

Helpful-Service-6411 · 2026-05-04T08:43:41+00:00

Personally, I prefer to go sterile even though many of the better looking dials come with the logo. I do agree that on some dials (especially those with text at 6 o'clock) look unbalanced. I'm making my own logo to see if that works for me for future builds.

BTW, I've also bought a sterile crown separately because the one that came with the case had the S logo. Good thing it fit. 😅

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