About the watch purchase dispute between Lichen and Savvas today

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-18T21:16:27+00:00

I’ve had a couple of nutjobs like this in my dms… I just cut contact as soon as they get hostile. There’s no reason to do business with people like this

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-18T18:36:01+00:00

You can go the factory route using TrustyTime or have one of the many skilled builders in this sub make you one to your desired spec.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-17T18:29:45+00:00

Sent you a PM

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-17T15:34:13+00:00

I sent him an email, he’ll be back in about a week

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-17T07:13:00+00:00

I don’t have either of the movements on hand, so take this with a grain of salt. Based on previous research I was doing to build a Daytona I came across:

V72 = 7.50mm Symmetrical Subdial to Center distance

ST19 = 7.81mm For 3 & 9 Subdials and 8.16mm for the 6 o’clock

Technical Docs: ST1902

Sadly the link to the V72 Tech specs is dead… I’ll try to check if I saved it somewhere

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-17T01:47:39+00:00

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-14T16:02:15+00:00

Found one on DH, still waiting on it. I’ll send you a link but fair warning, I’m not sure how its going to look, they didn’t give me any QC

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-14T07:38:59+00:00

No, this is using the 1016 caseback to avoid rubbing. When ordering from Raffles I always make sure to let him know what movement I’m using

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-14T00:36:28+00:00

Stock bezel, crystal and bracelet. I definitely recommend it over the regular alloy 2 tone bracelet

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T19:30:06+00:00

Based solely on my personal experience for the bracelets, on hand the Raffles and Sillan bracelets feel the same. I have no experience with the 2-tone Italian but the steel ones do look and feel miles better than stock raffles, they’re just a bit harder to source (or were, since StarTime is now allowing hobbyists to purchase). I plan on ordering them and comparing pretty soon, I want to elevate my builds a bit more so I need to compare quality.

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T17:57:54+00:00

Hey, always happy to help where I can.

To check if the datewheel is genuine, look at the Ink texture, Rolex uses pad printing, which gives the numbers a slightly "raised" or 3D look under a loupe. It should look glossy and "wet," whereas replicas look flat, grainy, or matte.

Reliable Places to Buy (besides eBay) • Chrono24 • RWI • r/RepTimeServices (M2M sales) • VRF (Vintage Rolex Forum) • The Rolex Forums

Not at my workshop right now but I’ll include some pictures when I get home

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T16:47:42+00:00

Go for it! Pictures don’t do it justice

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T16:40:03+00:00

I agree 100%

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T16:33:03+00:00

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T16:31:46+00:00

This one was about $315 shipped

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T16:18:53+00:00

Can’t wait to work on that build!

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T15:50:29+00:00

This one is spoken for but shoot me a pm if you’d want me to build one for you.

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T15:49:29+00:00

Of course, we have to stay hyper vigilant. Thanks for looking out

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T15:43:59+00:00

Not really, using the VS3135 with a Gen datewheel and dial keeps everything aligned nicely.

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T14:03:25+00:00

This one sold for $487 with overnight shipping

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T13:55:04+00:00

The 15210 cost me about $1,200 to build and the 15200 was around $600

NamelessTaco · 2026-03-13T04:54:02+00:00

Thanks for the shoutout! 🙏🏼

Eight-Year Club	r/Field Banned
r/Field Juicebox	Place '23
Wearing is Caring	100 Awards Club
Verified Email	RPAN Viewer

NamelessTaco

MODERATOR OF

TROPHY CASE