I've got the following inbound and at some point will see about getting a watchmaker to install
Hopefully one of them is suitable!
Sternkreuz ATCH Silver Armed High Dome
Stella Gilted ~ this would be like a Sternkreuz "ATGR"
GS - XHD - "Extra High Dome"
GS - PHD - "Flexo Hi-Dome"
GS - PHD/LT - "Lok-Tite - Hi-Dome"
GS - PA467-35 - 31.37mm - Omega High Dome
As far as I can tell the ATCH I bought vs the ATCR that was used already in this thread, is just the size/height?
Yes the ATCH is taller I think. Also the tension ring is wider/thicker as per my earlier illustration (below) which will leave a stepped effected against the rehaut which will require more material removing vs the recessed tension ring I used and modified. The ATCR is already quite tall - I can take a side profile shot of it installed if you need?
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In fact, here you go:
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He didn't get back to me so just asked again.
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Hi Gent,
I just got my ATCR Sternkruez 31.4 crystal from Cousins.
Quick question on the mod. Do I just get a watchmaker to install with a crystal press and that’s it or is there any need to file/dremel away any edges? I am hoping it’s just simple install. Thanks in advance for clarification.
Now I am just waiting to get my hands on the next batch of Everest when stock arrives in Feb.
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A few shots at sunset today...
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Gent, thanks. I reread the post and clearer to me now. If I understood correctly, you removed the tension ring that came with ACTR 314 crystal and flipped it upside down?
Is that correct or did you buy a separate tension ring? If separate tension ring can you let me know the part number so I can get from cousins. Tks.
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That’s absolutely correct. But I also used a dremel to thin the tension ring so it was the same thickness throughout (ie, removed the lip), and so it had a brushed finished rather than polished. Again, let me know if that is clear, happy to explain further if needed.
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Not for me this, looks to big, too much dome maybe it's the light?
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It’s a bit deceptive in photographs, rather like a moonwatch, at some angles it looks very domed. I’ve tried to take as many photos as I can to show that.
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Looking as good as it should. I can't wait for the shops to open again, take some normality back into our lives and get the swap done.
It might be of interest to measure the watch "with the dome" (13.38) and "without the dome" (?) to get the height of the actual dome on the watch.
PS The Expedition in some early pics looked like it had a proper dome. But upon the arrival of mine it looked pretty normal.
One of the early pics by Mr Rev.
Costume jewellery. Ouch!!!
Looks great.
Coming from a position of extremely limited watch-making knowledge, is it possible to source/fit a sapphire crystal without the milky ring effect for one of these ?
Rolex don't use AR coating, allegedly because they believe the crystal is part of the design of s watch and they don't want it to disappear, Omega used clear coating on the Railmaster , didn't do much as you can still see the crystal sparkle. Loads of reasons. Personally I think the dome in the above example looks over done, it's all just personal preference. I do like a subtle dome sapphire though
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Fascinating thread. I’m impressed by the ingenuity on here. Whether you like the finished result or not the work is to be applauded
Love the acrylic look but I’ve got a few watches with acrylic crystal and so I’d prefer Timefactors stick with sapphire crystal. Adds more weight to a watch too.
It’s certainly one of the most divisive topics in the watch collecting world. I 100% understand the shift towards sapphire, and I think for a lot of people it is the right answer. On a watch with vintage styling, for me, acrylic always wins.
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This is interesting.
Analysing the Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Chronograph crystal with the SAM
https://deployant.com/analysing-the-...-with-the-sam/
Costume jewellery. Ouch!!!
My Everest just landed, now to go find a watchmaker who’ is game to do the tension ring dremel mod as described to complete the 1016 lookalike.....but may enjoy watch for a couple of weeks before voiding the warranty. Must say I really like it as is...can only imagine once the acrylic is on.
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Acrylic looks great but keep in mine the scratches. I also have a Zeno and have to baby it too much not to mention the high level of care I give my vintage Omega 300 with acrylic too. Looks great but having sapphire is a big plus. Just my two cents. But your modded one looks fantastic.
Yes agreed it is certainly much more scratchable (is that even a word?!) than sapphire, but it’s tougher than it’s given credit for in my experience. I have handled lots of vintage watches that are 60+ years old which have cases with plenty of marks and scuffs on so have clearly been used and worn and the original crystals are pretty clean.
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